Patience, Grasshopper

The biggest mistake I made when I first started out taking photos professionally was simply quitting too early and not taking enough photos. I would think to myself, “I’ve got the shot I want” and I would put my camera down, only to find myself missing out on even better shots. A good photographer knows when to put the camera down and when to keep shooting. Patience is paramount. Some photographers even have a sixth sense that tells them to get their camera ready as something is about to happen. I’ve found that “when in doubt, simply keep it out!” Many years ago I would have taken 100 photos to get the one good shot. That’s one lousy percent. But folks when you’re starting out the laws of diminishing returns simply do not apply…it’s all about volume baby! The more photos you take, the more options you have. Now keep in mind I’m not telling you to keep shooting from the same vantage point or even with the same aperture. You have to mix it up. What I am saying is the more shots you take the more likely you are to get the shot you wanted. Experienced photographers become more efficient over time by understanding their gear and learning to listen to their instincts. Local community events are great places to practice shooting such as a 5K race, a parade, school events, soccer games, just to name a few. Have fun and don’t lift your finger off that trigger until your memory cards blinks “full”..;)

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