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[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

I have surveyed the landscape, and the pie is big enough for everyone. - Will

[@charlesdavis6371]

A rising tide lifts all ships. 🙂

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

Sure does

[@Ahduciekwndnbbbsvvvghhhyyyyy]

Your channel is also allowing non-professionals to appreciate the intricacies and beauty of great photography. People often think that holding back creates mystery, but they don’t recognise that humans are insatiable. The more we learn about a topic the more interesting it becomes. When you start to really understand something, your respect and value of it grows. The more knowledge and passion is shared and moved around, the more people will start to appreciate great work and pay the value it deserves. The pond becomes a lake, and all boats rise.

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

Excellent comment 🔥and so true.. the mystery is in the ability to perceive interesting photos not in the technical ability to capture them!! That’s why I preach following instincts so much: everyone’s perception is unique so everyone has the ability to create unique work.. learning how someone does flash or whatever isn’t going to make them like you

[@udaybhaskar448]

All this becoz there is a huge market for mediocrity and senselessness caused by pointless axiety...if people were 10% sensible, all genuine and creative endeavours move frictionlessly and there is room for every one to enjoy and accomplish. While confusion and self-centred anxiety reins, rat race of meaninglessness starts...it is more than photographers or any other professionals, it is the nature of mediocre society that is causing all this chaos...if we all take a deep breath and have sense prevail, we will have for sure better times...hope it happens sooner...I had been a tech professional at the cutting edge for a long period, I know a thing or two on professionalism...for more insights, one may have a look at great Prof David Graeber's insightful work on "bullshit jobs"...peace.

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

Man, this is one damn good comment

[@akkelly65]

Amen Brother!!!!!!!!

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

💯💯💯

[@dylanhill1640]

I don't compete with anyone. There's plenty of work for everyone to enjoy the moment. I had a photographer and model steal my notebook last year. They tried to recreate my images but totally failed in the process.

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

hahah serves them right... Imagine thinking you could be Ansel Adams because you brought your camera to Yosemite

[@dinkobilic9078]

Love your videos. Still unsure if I should keep my D700 (hAve D4 and D810) :(

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

Thanks buddy.. do you use it? If so definitely keep it. If not it’s ok to sell it but I bet you miss it once it’s gone 🫢

[@markandrews7475]

Really great video and message, glad I found this channel

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

Thanks for watching Mark

[@CuriousGeorgePhotos]

I thought I was the only one! I been running into a lot photographer's who are just for them self's. I would be open to help someone new if they ask or just even give them tips. The facebook groups of photographers are toxic as well.

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

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[@thomaskatraouras9806]

the worst place i was ewer in was a seminar for wedding photographers in Greece were i am it might have been the best seminar i went , ever !!!! but , 20 people unable to conect with each other and maybe make a new colaboration , I remember the one week it lasted i was among people the partisipents , but never more isolated than this . Every one had an imaginary wall around him trying to ''protect'' what the ''had'' and even the way one looked at each other was like if you were there to steal his job . I totaly agree with you and i get what you mean

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

I see it too often in photography, its a shame

[@lephotographinc]

Wholeheartedly AGREE

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

Thanks for watching 🔥

[@harvymckiernan93]

I don't know what's happened lately, I've moved to a community that seem haters of anyone with pro gear. To the point I'm ready ro throw the white towel in. One example at a school prom; a lady with her phone hogged the entrance to a limousine until it drove off, she must of took 60 plus shots of her son. It was a clear deliberate attempt to block me.On the same day, two others deliberately sabotaged group shots. One shouted over, " You expect me to pay for YOUR photos when I can do it myself!!" There was muted chuckles of laughter in the crowd. Its the same with weddings and sports events. I'm quite an empathetic person, and I've had my fair share of proper " kick in the teeth" moments lately. To the point I've not done any further bookings this year. I've always been enthusiastic and passionate in sharing my knowledge to others. However, this particular community is quite young and clearly live in their social media quick fixations. No time for Art, finesse, or edication in any way.

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

That’s really awful Harvy.. I would say that it’s important to find your community. Not everyone is going to treat people right.. sometimes it’s up to us to seek out the places where we are appreciated

[@harvymckiernan93]

@@TheMonochromeMemoirsI'm based in the UK, and I just get the impression that anyone with a phone can naturally do a better job. One more example. I took a photo of a young teen at a wedding. Off camera flash with 105 mm set at f1.4. Lovely soft bokeh balls in the background from all the party lights Rembrant style lighting. It couldn't have been any better. The young teen absolutely loved the photo. "You must show my mom!!" She shouted. After a bit of persuasion I walked over to her mom and showed her. Without her even looking at the image properly the back of my camera, she said to her daughter, "I've got photos of you like that on my phone!" Well!!.....I could've thrown her out of the window! I never felt so demorolised

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

@@harvymckiernan93 dude I think any photographer in the world has been there.. Ive showed so many people images off the back of my camera that never got the excitement I thought they deserved... Its just doing the work for the works sake, putting your heart into every photo and searching for the right community. We don't belong everywhere and shouldn't expect to!

[@karenchan9367]

Thank you for this!

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

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[@heathermtaylor7683]

"Helping people is the best way to help yourself", fabulous. And, true!! ❣️

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

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[@Smoothblue90]

Bam. First.

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

Bro you have the fastest mouse clicking hand in the developed world haha 🔥

[@frithjofkjer91]

True words. Not only in photography but in life in general. Thanks.

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

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[@amirballardsr]

This is how we build true community. A rising tide lifts all boats! Thank you for this!

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

Thanks for watching Amir 🔥🔥

[@JRodPhotoArt]

People that think they are better then everyone else do not get anywhere! With photography, I love to "live and learn". I am always willing to talk and share information with other photographers!

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

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[@davidsidwell2251]

Let me preface by stating I am not a professional photographer. However I have been involved in photography since the film days and have recently purchased a business license to do legit business as a photographer. I absolutely agree with your statements in this video. Too many people feel that withholding information makes them better because they fear others beating them. It comes down to this video… What you give amplifies what you reap! If someone becomes “better” than you… then use that drive to become better yourself! Share with others… life isn’t always about money. Helping someone else improve is worth more than any paycheck! Thank you for your content! Dutch

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

100%! I know that I am not the best photographer in the world and when I see someone who I admire it makes me want to become better NOT tear someone else down! There is so much inspiration out there today

[@dolipops]

I couldn't agree more, man. It's almost as if friendly competition is passive aggressive nowadays.

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

Yup! People only shooting themselves in the foot with that crap

[@JoeSteel1]

The photography industry was much worse in the 80s and 90s at least in the new york area,....now it's all about social media so the amount of time you spend on it...and the images will see you..today it's a price war, how much can they get for a dollar, and how much people will give away for free....in a perfect world that would be the best way to approach our industry my friend, I can talk about this shit for hours...

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

Thanks for watching buddy 🥂

[@rebirthtreatmentcenter]

Great video. Great advice. Operate from abundance and not fear. Reminded me of Marianne Williamson teaching the book course in miracles. You should check it out.

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

Definitely will!

[@kitkat7815]

Wow..we all needed this..even it is not surprising since you been talking abt this by not saying it directly..I’m sure this will blow and causing ripple effects to many..tq again

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

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[@MikeSavoia]

@themonochromememoirs - EXACTLY! Being in the concert photography business for nearly 4 decades I can't tell you how on point you are on! I always help others, give tips, and tell the truth.

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

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[@mt-nv4jd]

Very good talk, sir. Zig Ziglar said "you can have anything you want if you help enough other people get what they want." (paraphrased)

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

FACTS

[@lightframer7451]

I were search for z6ii setup stuffs in your channel but end up with this wonderful message thx mate

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

Thanks for watching bro bro 🫡

[@JeffreyOakarPhotos]

You're back?? Since when?? OMG, great! It looks like I'll be doing some binge watching to catch up!

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

I’m back!!

[@JeffreyOakarPhotos]

Great to see you back looking great and inspired to make more videos. Sorry for the irritating pleas to come back on instagram. LOL

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

@@JeffreyOakarPhotos bro you were one of the people that motivated me! Thank you!

[@JeffreyOakarPhotos]

@@TheMonochromeMemoirs Really? I thought I was being a pest. I really loved your videos and I'm glad you are back better than ever. Keep smokin' those cigars!

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

@@JeffreyOakarPhotos 🫡🫡🫡

[@vincentdupin4375]

AMEN!

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

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[@akkelly65]

AMEN BROTHER!!!

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

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[@reganalbertson1593]

amen! The tide raises all boats and being a proficient photog and a nice guy gets you word of mouth advertising. That old guy with a new camera may like to see a decent person, like yourself shoot his nieces wedding. I have had other photogs shooting events with me, and we exchange contact data. If they're competent, good to be around and if I'd like to have my name associated with theirs, I'd recommend them.

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

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[@robertkoch3397]

WOW! A breath of fresh air. Thanks so much.

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

Thanks for watching Robert 🔥

[@JuanPacheco-gr5hr]

Dope message...keep this energy up...it is missing in many other photography channels...all we get is brand fanaticism, negativity, hate, and bickering :/

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

🤮🤮🤮 We have bigger things to focus on over here on this side 🫡

[@anthonyc1883]

"And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make." The Beatles

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

BOOM 💯

[@JEDINITE30]

Thank you! So many photogs need to hear this!

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

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[@Fifthimagez]

Well said thanks for sharing

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

Thanks for watching buddy

[@csc-photo]

This is such an important message, in business and life in general. The people I learn from and admire the most are also the most open, and giving with their information. They are outward-expressing, no fear of sharing experiences and helping others. They are also the most successful, both financially and really feeling fulfilled in their work. All of it shows.

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

So true. Most successful guy I know is also the most generous.. I try to be like him

[@kenpeterson3414]

Your words are very well put Will, you are very inspiring in your work as well..You motivate me to do better at my Photography & Projects in my Camera Club & to share my abilities.. Love your channel, keep up the good work..👍Ken from AZ 🌵

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

Thanks for the support Ken 🫡

[@jpdj2715]

That's a great message.

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

Appreciate you watching JP. Also, got your email and will respond once I wrap my head around all that info!

[@jpdj2715]

@@TheMonochromeMemoirs - take it easy. There's no hurry.

[@allangault9500]

Thank you. I needed to hear this. people need people. Help others. You made me feel better today.

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

HUGE. I made this video for you 🔥

[@gflowers_]

Great Positive Message 👌🏽

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

Thanks for watching my brother

[@Hexlord]

I have been helping young photogs over the years only for some of them becoming assholes once they are relatively "decent" in photography. Not stopping me though, so I agree with your video~

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

For sure that not everyone will be grateful, some people are just out for themselves no matter what Doesn’t matter though, the most successful people I know are open and help without expectation of reciprocity I just do what they do

[@nigelborrington9232]

Absolutely Brilliant Video, Totally behind you on this one, I have been in two or three careers in my lifetime, and in only one of these have I felt that I wanted to get out as fast as I started to be good and then noticed by other photographers around me! There is a problem YES! and it has to do with IMO the fact and lets be honest most of the photographers who get to run a business know all too well that there is less to their skill than they care to admit there is. This leaves them feeling vulnerable considering the initial cost of setting up in the first place and then becoming defensive with a false blown-up representation to others that they are somehow more special. I know many Artists (painters and sculptors) and you will find no closer community than in their circles, sharing ideas, etc, these great humans are professional. In the end, I also felt it was best, to be honest, and leave wedding couples out of my plans, enjoy sharing my images with the world, and get the hell out! and away from a business full of people so into themselves that I just started to feel it was all not good for their or my own mental health !!! Great video !!!!!

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

100%!! I think a lot of photographers reach a point where they feel like they can just cruise and not keep improving.. BIG MISTAKE When you do creative work for a living there is no point in which you can just set it to autopilot, art demands growth or you will fall behind that’s just the nature of the line of work. So people find some consistency then want to hang on that and it makes them feel vulnerable like you said. So much so that some people will want to sabotage others so they don’t have to put in work on their own craft. It’s too bad

[@edwardnuss]

Such a great point! Even when I started watching your channel, I thought I was hearing something very close to my heart. When I heard about the two days of sobriety, it all came together. Today I have 25 years of sobriety and this is the main principle: you get by giving, if you are of no use to others, you are living in vain. I wish you all the best, brother

[@obedbrinkman]

thanks for sharing all the best info, bouggt a d700 the other day thanks to your videos, love it! cheers

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

Very glad these videos are useful buddy and thanks for your support

[@russellwright9961]

I have a pair of D700s, you are going to love that camera!

[@obedbrinkman]

@@russellwright9961 I already do 😀

[@loihpatli]

Thanks for the vid! I have a question about the lens you mentioned you use for close-up photography - Nikkor 58 f1.4. My question: why did you pick this one and not Nikkor 105 f1.4 as example? Thanks!

[@elimelart]

Yes it is big competion, because every first who enters photography thinks they can earn eady money fast and hobby photographers earn as much as pro because they do it cheaper, worse and public. Hobby should be private. But some people who do it long enough is ok if you lift someone and help build brand. But not all are serious. Im jelaous also, because i have two kids, my experience, talent should be more recognized. And i sense future trends etc etc...well...i think negative emotions also is ok to feel. Just need to accept them.

[@sidneykincaid851]

An excellent and very relevant video to our modern world Will. There is more work now more than ever but as you said in a previous video anyone with a top level smartphone or advanced compact camera thinks they're a pro photographer. These people have a cutthroat mindset and they are forcing their way into the traditional pro photographers business. This video is excellent for a new, young, up and coming pro photographer to help them see that by being a good, quality person they will have a very successful business. Thanks for another excellent video Will, I'll see you in the next on bro!

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

FAAAAAACTS. You said it buddy, once you realize how big the pie is you can be comfortable just getting good then being yourself. Then add in a few good biz skills and you’re off to the races

[@ronlemelinphotography]

great info, appreciate this

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

Appreciate you watching Ron 💯

[@stilljaybird405]

Nothing but facts. I've gotten into photography within the past year and try to pay it forward wherever I can. Thank you for the amazing channel.

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

Thank you for the support my man 🫡

[@marcodibari5713]

Great video..Now days everybody live in a constant competition against everyone else...that's how society has been build up and how the majority think ..no matter what is their business.....Glad to have you on the good side of the force 🤙🏻

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

Always appreciate your comments buddy 🔥

[@cgmed1790]

I love your channel, approach and candor. I had to take 3 yrs away from my photography business after being diagnosed with stage 4 brain cancer and going through all the things that come with that. I had to actually re-learn my craft from the basics. I have learned from you and literally only 3 other KZbin creators. Do not stop doing what you are doing. You are a blessing. Thank you and I am a fan. God Bless.

[@friendfortheartists]

This applies in all fields. I've always given technical information wanted and unwanted. It always came around. When I was in business for myself, I had to refer people to other technicians because I was overwhelmed. It seemed the more I shared with the effort to reduce workloads the more work I ended up with. Sorry, I do have to contradict you on one thing. It's not old school to withhold info or whatever else. I'm over 60 and what I've discovered is the ones who shouldn't be in their profession because they don't seek improvement and just want to get by are the ones who play this competition game. They do everything minimally and if something goes wrong (because it requires practiced skills) they are usually pretty good at reversing it on you and calling it out publicly it's your fault( a race to beat you at the punch when it was never your intention.) These folks are usually pretty good marketers though, I guess that's needed for them as repeat business is usually not an option available. I've met artists who couldn't draw. You're probably going huh? Yep, recently I met someone who calls themselves a photographer unable to define a wide angle lens. Yep the automatic world is making experts. Watch out for them if you need custom work. In fact get out of their way and make sure others close to you don't get entangled into their deceit.

[@lightlivingktt]

An Inspirational conversation. Thank you for this

[@perezrj25]

This is great advise!!! I truly believe that. I love your channel. You seam like a great person. I wish you all the success in the world. I truly believe there is enough to go around for all of us. Thank you for this message.

[@MarketingVideosBCN]

YOU ARE ABSOLUTELY RIGHT !!!! !!!! BLESSESS !!!!

[@jamescraig3345]

Always was. Doing art shows showing my b&w prints in the 70s through 90s, most of the photographers (a lot in our area) were so afraid of giving away "secrets" that they would hardly talk to one another. One photographer friend and myself would spend our time laughing at them. As a group they are a defensive lot. By the way, still doing b&w and love hearing from others who do. But I will admit I never sought "success" - just as afraid of that as failure. In between is much more relaxing.

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

Great comment 👆🏻

[@vintagevowsweddingphotography]

Great "eye opener" video Thanks 😎🙏

[@manilamartin1001]

When I was young, a lot of great photographers helped me out. I assisted some of the greatest photographers on the planet and they were generous like crazy. after every shoot, some of them would even answer any questions that I had. I always kept that spirit with me in my own career. Watching from the Philippines.

[@davedemarco1743]

Wise words!!

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

Thanks for watching Dave 💯

[@andrewlunn]

Good points well made Will. Thats a great mindset

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

Thanks for watching Andrew 🫡

[@andrewlunn]

@@TheMonochromeMemoirs my pleasure and good to see you sharing more regular videos again lately

[@winngh]

A podcast will be very helpful. Everything said is on point. I've tried to help my friends in the industry but most of the time they feel they are better off. I've got to the point where I hardly talk much when they are going wrong. If they don't need my input, I don't give one.

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

Yep definitely can’t help those that don’t want it, not your job!

[@Samuriele]

We are here just to make the world a better place!

[@CraigTravis]

Well said brother! "Comparison is the thief of joy." I always welcome other photographers to my studio and I extend that to you if you're ever in the north of the UK.

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

Hope to take you up on that one day buddy 💯💯💯

[@CraigTravis]

@@TheMonochromeMemoirs We go to see Bill Burr every time he plays here and he always says "I love Manchester, you're the closest thing to Boston there is. A full city of honest, no bullshit, blue-collar guys hardened by terrible fucking weather." Shouldn't take long to acclimatise then 😅

[@GregTPhoto]

Well said

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

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[@gregcorker2193]

Fantastic information.

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

Thanks for watching Greg 🫡

[@gregcorker2193]

@@TheMonochromeMemoirs the topic you spoke on is life changing and timely. Though a lot of life is “solo”, I feel there are challenges we humans face, great and small, that cannot be solved without working together. Nonetheless, we lose sight of that fact. Your point about contributing to the lives of others as being one of the most important things in life is such a big thing. A great leader once said, “The greatest among you, will be your servant.”. Service is at the core of this life.

[@ludvigrigger]

Thank you

[@Danny-xb3kd]

Hell yeah❤

[@friendfortheartists]

I have a few years behind me. When I owned a computer store I lived by this same philosophy. Without any advertising when I took over a dieing store, I did 60,000 in sales. 5,000 for this month was projected because it typically is the slowest month of the year. I attribute this to only one thing. The philosophy you are speaking about in this video but with computers. This philosophy was given to me by Professor Pat Mahon, early developer of OCR in the 80's. Now I've studied Art and Photography since I was 20(63 now)as a hobbyist/Semi-Pro. Even had a great teacher in the film days who was a student in N.Y. involved with Steiglitz and I think E.B. Minor. He was tough. Had me in the lab testing papers and chemicals for just the darkest blacks with various papers. Preferred I Shot medium/large format with Graphlex 4X5 Press Camera. He also lived by this philosophy and took me under his wing in the on-base lab. I've had the same fortune with another artist tied in with University Of Minnesota and duck stamps at the time in the 90's. Now I have had Major setbacks in life but am trying to get ready to retire. I've setup a basic web foundation with the explicit purpose for developing the philosophy of which your trying to convey. It would not have been possible to do without the gifts of time from these people. As gratitude for these great things givin' to me this is my attempt to pass on these gifts. In fact I may have stumbled onto a way to share these gifts freely without "giving away the store" -which is what people fear. It needs much more refinement, but here's the modern problem. Everybody trying to charge money for what should be shared, especially in light of the rapidly advancement of A.I. Since everyone's trying to charge especially with trickery, or breadcrumbs people assume what I plan or offer for free has hidden costs. In otherwords, it can't possibly be free. I can't afford to advertise. So right now, I operate at a snails pace at sharing info. At a snails pace doesn't seem to work in today's world now either. So the root of the problem may not be photographer's are competing and beating each other to death. The root of the problem is the commitment of time it takes to pass the information on and the secondary issue is the belief that anything of real value isn't freely given at the least without some form of hidden cost. Because of these issues growth is stifled and high tech uses photographers. Ages ago it was the opposite photographers growth outpaced the tech requiring clever ways to create. So the trick again is to share info so photographers can outpace the tech. Especially with the onset of A.I. (Otherwise A.I. will bury us). Steiglitz did it with philosophy which was photography was art. Ansel Adams did it with zone 10 photography with chemical and photopaper advancements. We're not doing a thing except waiting for A.I. to spoon feed us new tech. There are some techs being exploited to advanced levels in Asia. Apple, Facebook, know 3d, AR, is around the corner but where's innovative photographers exploiting these techs. Well, here's the answer. In the days of Ansel Adams it was proclaimed these individuals did it themselves. Self-made!? Far from the facts. Sure he saw and pressed that shutter button. Yet he had ties to people and info the average person didn't have plus he was willing to WORK. In combination, he pushed the tech beyond it's boundary. What boundary are we pushing as photographers now. Well in his time paper, coatings, chemical developments, dynamic ranges from absolute white of the paper to the blackest black possible. What would he be pushing today? Well AMOLED TV's? Perhaps 3d Photography techniques, what info and platform for dynamic range. I can tell you I saw some dramatic effects in Korea, Japan and China. Where's it at in the U.S.? Where's the engineers, like in the days of Kodak, in the U.S. who will disperse the info. Are we too late? Or are we still sharing turn of the century info. The answer is yes and no. The info is being regulated by our greed but mostly by our unwillingness to organize into groups because we simply believe we can do it ourselves(when it never was). Like I said I think I have the foundation to the solution of the problem. The words I use to describe it are "Virtual Cooperative" and "Virtual Atelier". I have been long winded. Sorry. You inspired me. Here's my sharing of free info for the day.

[@friendfortheartists]

P.S. There's a way to do this and make a living. The method I'm speaking about gives the artists and photographers more time to work while sharing marketing resources causing to them to grow due to membership organization and size. The group exploits tech. together, but they must organize and WORK.

[@BOhl]

Photography has become more accessible with great hardware for lower prices and obviously the shift to digital photography. But actual knowledge of how photography works seems to be as rare as it has always been (if not more now). I have seen professional photographers with fancy equipment take absolutely trash pictures at weddings. I always wondered if they just didn’t care to know how to do better because there are so many ways to learn these days. It feels like only very few people really care about the craftsmanship behind photography. And these few people should come together and support each other instead of competing. Love this message from you!

[@TheMonochromeMemoirs]

This is so true and a part I should’ve expounded upon in this video. The opportunities are literally endless now a days but only for those who deserve the work!

[@russellwright9961]

@@TheMonochromeMemoirs Agreed!!