Summing up an entire year is quite a task, so I won't try to cover everything. Even Chris Brogran kept his summary minimalist and encouraged others to do the same. Planning for a new year is an equally large task, so I'll focus on the highlights. Doing a bit of both is inspiring, powerful and will engage the best parts of you, so I highly recommend creating your own year-end successes and … [Read more...]
With so much talk and buzz about VISION the last few days, I couldn't help but think about my vision and your vision. What is it that drives you to pursue what you love? Listening to a podcast with Seth Godin, I saw similarities in what he was describing about being a Linchpin. You can't be a Linchpin without vision. No one just goes the extra mile or steps outside of themselves for kicks, … [Read more...]
When I taught junior high in the inner city, I took this phrase to a whole new level. Seriously, I found a monkey like the kind you see at circus acts or on the street. He's pretty mild and cute until you press the "on" switch. Then he becomes this crazed screaming, cymbal crashing creature. The students in my classes LOVED him! Instead of using the traditional clap of the hands and getting the … [Read more...]
Honestly, today was a LONG day. I didn't feel much like celebrating anything. Ever feel like that? That's the beauty of a group of fellow sojourners on this path of improving our photography. If I didn't have you, this blog, and an overwhelming sense of obligation, I would've skipped it tonight. And that would have led to other skipped days and so the journey would end. So today instead of … [Read more...]
We made it this far! Unbelievable. It's time to take your photography up a notch. Read on to find out how... Manual Monday. If you're not reading your manual every day, I encourage you to at least read it once a week on Monday. The rest of the week you can read other technical books on photography, lighting, etc. But reserve Monday for your manual. If you're feeling inspired, post an image … [Read more...]
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PUBLICATIONS Top 100 Wordpress Article: Stepping Into the Frame on PhotoFocus Featured Photographer on Darren Rowse's Digital Photography School Featured Writer on 5 Minutes for Mom for Photography and … [Read More...]
I am not a sales person and actually am trying to overcome a particular disdain for anything that smacks of overt selling. I do however like to talk and write about products, services, and people that I like and love. … [Read More...]
Welcome to the new home of Real Women Scrap - the book and blog that helps people get inspired to take back their time, find balance, liberate their creativity, and pursue their passions. My name is Tasra Dawson and I’m the woman behind … [Read More...]
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