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The things I do for my photography
I’m a professional photographer.
Why I have to use the word professional in front of photographer, I’m not sure. To separate me from Amateurs? That’s a possibility, though I have seen a lot of amateur work that’s just as good, if not better than mine. Hmmm, maybe I put that word there because I’ve been recognized as “Photographer of the Year” by various organizations, been published in magazines and books, and have won international photo awards all over the world? Doubtful. Though I do have to say those accolades are nice feathers in my cap. Maybe it’s because I’m paid for my work? Could be. But I tend to think that putting the word professional in front of photographer simply sounds better, and moreover — it sounds “Professional,” it grabs peoples’ attention and makes them take notice. So, let’s go with that last reason.
Now, as a Professional Photographer, I shoot a lot and I don’t stick with just one type of photography. I like to mix it up with different mediums (digital, film), and different subject matter — landscapes, nudes, abstracts, portraits, macro, et al.
I like that phrase — et al. I never really know if I’m using it correctly, but I think it makes me sound smart, or maybe pretentious, or maybe I’m digressing at the moment.
