My trip on Sunday is for work, not pleasure. I'm taking a 3 day workshop from (in my opinion) one of the best wedding photographers ever, Ben Chrisman. I've been following his work for a few years now and when he offered his first US workshop, I jumped on the (very pricey) chance.
Now my stomach is turning. You see, I know I will meet some awesome people, see a few familiar faces and learn a ton. No problem there. But they are doing a portfolio critique. AHHH It's been since college since I've had that! I am putting myself out there to someone I greatly admire and I'm scared out of my mind on what I will hear. My insecurities run deep, trust me.
I'm excited to see the Outer Banks of North Carolina and to spend some quality time in Balitmore with my best friend. But in the back of my mind that one little thing is looming...
What doesn't kill us makes us stronger, right??
“It takes more courage to reveal insecurities than to hide them, more strength to relate to people than to dominate them, more 'manhood' to abide by thought-out principles rather than blind reflex. Toughness is in the soul and spirit, not in muscles and an immature mind.” Karass
ReplyDeleteYou are one tough cookie, I know you'll do great! Have fun!
This is one of the greatest experiences you will ever have. Whatever "critique" will come your way will be a learning tool you can use in your future photography. This is a great gift to be critiqued by one the photographers you most admire. Welcome it. Embrace it. Use it.
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to hear what you learn!!!
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