March 15, 2014

Why I love photography

I

have often wondered why I arrived at this place—a photographer who is employed as a designer. But truly... a photographer. I love photography. I think I love every aspect of photography... without reservation.

But... photography is not how I make my living. Although it is a small portion of my job, I am actually a page layout designer by trade. I have been a paid photographer for almost 30 years, but, sadly, photography is not the way I earn my living.

How I wish it were.

Canon EOS 7D, EF24-70mm f/2.8L USM lens
45mm focal length
ISO 400, 1/60th @ f/4.0

But early in this post, I’m already getting off-track. I guess that’s what happens when I think of photography.

Canon EOS 7D, EF24-70mm f/2.8L USM lens
59mm focal length
ISO 400, 1/60th @ f/4.0

Today, my family and I drove to the home of one of my employees. This woman has come to be one of the leaders on my team and just seems to have an innate understanding of how she should do pretty much everything.

... even though she’s leaving me... to go on parental leave.

My family and I traveled to her home today. She and her husband opened their home to us and made us feel like honored guests.

We visited her because she is going to give birth very soon. And we were taking a “baby shower-in-a-box” to her. Our local staff wanted to throw a baby shower, but she works remotely and... well... we had to do it this way.

All the better for me - and for my family.

Canon EOS 7D, EF24-70mm f/2.8L USM lens
70mm focal length
ISO 400, 1/60th @ f/4.0

Our visit with my coworker and friend and with her incredible family was thoroughly enjoyable. This is what family is all about.

Congratulations! We can’t wait to meet the new addition to your family.

Canon EOS 7D, EF24-70mm f/2.8L USM lens
70mm focal length
ISO 400, 1/60th @ f/4.0

1 comment:

  1. Cute kid. What a cool idea. Looks like you and your family really enjoyed yourselves.

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