In my “I’m not making resolutions” post, I mentioned “growing as a photographer” as one of my goals for 2013.
And my sweet and talented photographer friend Gretchen sent me this Facebook message …
Hi Keli! Read your blog today about your goals for 2013. I was shocked to read “grow as a photographer”. Not that we don’t all have room to grow, but I’m really interested about how you want to grow. I feel like you are already so talented and creative and accomplished. I would love to hear more about your photography goals.
[posted with her permission]
I have to be honest, I kind of snorted and said, “oh my word, girl, you have no idea” when I read it, because OH MY WORD, GIRL, YOU HAVE NO IDEA. I am so SO not where I want to be in my photography, and I still have so much to learn and so much to work on.
My number one photography goal in 2013 is to learn to work WITH light. I want to learn to see it and use it. We have amazing light in our house thanks to a lot of really big windows [and no window coverings, ha!] but I’d like to focus more on shadows and focused light.
I also really want to get back into capturing our everyday. I take loads of pictures with my phone, which is okay, but I need to get my “real” camera out and use it more often. I just really want to get back to the basics of photographing the moments in our house.
Editing is always something I need to work on – mostly getting images good enough SOOC to not need a lot of editing.
I also want to get outside more. I’m a super duper homebody, ESPECIALLY when it’s cold, and with all of the house selling business going on, I have literally been stuck inside, cleaning for about 4 months straight. But soon, we won’t have to worry about that, so I want to get back into a daily routine of playing outside and going for walks and taking my camera along for the ride.
Along those same lines, I NEED to get all three of my kids in one picture together. A good picture. A picture that I can print and hang and enjoy.
So … just a few things to keep me busy in 2013.
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I cannot wait to see the result of you fine tuning your pictures, because OMG, they are wonderful already!
I need to get better at taking every day pics too. I struggle with that since I work. And have little energy by the end of the day.
Best of luck this year hun.
Love your post! I have a similar photography goal this year to pay attention to light and learn how to use it to better use with shadows, etc. It’s hard work having the camera handy when the kids are being natural in just the right spot! Can’t wait to see where your photography journey takes you!
i just love your photography and the photos you post. you definitely inspire me and i can’t wait to see more beautiful work from you!!
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Love the goal of capturing the everyday… I’m so thankful for the 365 project. I’m taking more and more shots of each day. Looking forward to following your posts as you work toward your goals!
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I already love your pics – the ‘moments’ especially :-) I know what you mean about wanting to work more with the light. I love dramatic b&w (kate t parker, esp!) but really struggle w/getting them. Of course blaming my camera that only goes up to 1600 ISO…. haha. And the fact that I don’t have PS or Lightroom! I would really prefer pics that don’t need a lot of editing however so I’m (semi-) ok with that. Usually just getting the pic is a big enough hurdle for me, editing is way down the list.
I think everyone wants to keep growing. I find daily photo projects really push me. I do not know why but apparently the only way I am going to grow is if I make myself with lots of rules! I choose different things I want to work on and do it for 30 days. I now shoot in RAW only because of one of these. I love looking at your pics!
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I think you do an amazing job with capturing light. :) The other goals are great ones! I finally have a picture of all three of mine that is hanging worthy, but I didn’t take it!
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Love your new blog header! And I agree that your photos are fantabulous! Love your use of light.
Your goals are great.
I like Gretchen a lot.
Gretchen from Texas with lots of kids. Is that the same Gretchen? I like her.
I like you too!
I think growing is always good no matter how good you already are! And gosh darn it, you are great.
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I have to admit, I kinda agree with Gretchen! But I think your goals are wonderful and that you will meet them. :)
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great goals keli! i look forward to seeing more of your photos!
I could not love your photos any more than I already do :-) cant wait to see how you grow this year my friend!!!
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