Committed
A healthy obsession is still an obsession by which I mean: when one is committed to the goals and mission their hearts are convicted with — the convicted heart leads the life to make good on all promises — so if you want something bad enough, you will submerge yourself entirely into the world that strikes your interest.
I am a writer. That is my solitary profession of choice and it drives or motivates me. This will not change, however, there are several other ventures which seem to strike somewhat of an edgy sense of urgency and curiosity whether it is happens to be DIY jewelery or undeniable taste to create crafty designs for brands, I am all in when it comes to photography.
Visual arts have always been a part of my personality though I cannot draw or pick up on good light vs. bad, I possess not only the ability to remain a student but also seek out ways and opportunities to help improve my skill set in that industry or any given task to my liking.
Before I began writing, seriously and no longer for play play, I wanted [and needed] to read everything. And I still aim to read as much as possible but I’ve become more selective about what type of information infiltrates my mental fortress. It’s somewhat of an obligation and even more so logical to do so! I’ve read countless articles about the literary industry and many different books [regardless of genre] to get a better grasp of what’s asked of a writer. Yeah sure, pick up the pen and write your heart out — but remember, you’ll eventually reach an audience who looks forward to your work — and if your writing skills happen to be partial due to seeking validation and lacking authenticity, this literary journey may not be the best option.
“Read. Read. Read. READ SO MORE! And then write.” ~James Baldwin
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As it happens to relate to photography, this isn’t just another subjective art form that most will continue to take for granted. I am committed to learning about capturing moments that others wish to have been a part of. For the past few days I’ve been doing consistent research on cameras and terminology and it’s been equally rewarding and stressful!
It should be noted that experimental photography is not something new to me, I took my first experimental photo in college. It seems like my unfortunate experience with higher education propelled a lot of my passions or innate ability forward for reasons most will never understand.
With all of the knowledge distributed via social platforms, there’s no way that I shouldn’t be able to participate in this conversation of how beautifully aggravating it is to take pictures. And yes, it is far more than standing still — or finding the right filter — photography encompasses our ability to see more than what’s behind the camera lenses or in front of it for that matter [this realization occurred as I begun to understand more and more this industry’s terminology and technique].
Currently, I do not have a niche or specialized area of expertise when it comes to photos. To be honest, I don’t have a niche for writing, either. I just do it. Especially because it feels natural. Anything that comes naturally or feels beyond comfortable though it may be new, stick with it — some part of you recognizes this unexplained and even more so unexpected gift that resides deep within. Feel no shame when expressing yourself.
Each and everyday we are supposed to step up another level. I suppose I am suggesting that whatever you tend to do, do it well, and you shall see the desired result to enjoy all of the fruits of your labor! In other words: to be an optimist is one thing but to bring your innate desires to fruition and genuinely enjoy them is something separate— so I must ask: are you committed to the journey or the goal? Your answer is only reflected in what you do as well as how you do it!
Toodles.
