It's like you read my mind this time, Leanne. I have thought a lot about social media's role for me. The first time around with photography for me, 35 years ago, I only shared with friends, as you say. But - I had some really dedicated photographic friends and I miss that a LOT, because it's so valuable to get feedback from someone in the game that you also have a strong personal relationship with. That said, I completely agree with you that there is something good about social media and despite the downsides it connects you to a lot of great creatives and pushes you to be better. I have tried clubs but it doesn't seem to be for me.
I do really enjoy your newsletter Leanne, great stuff.
Sharing photos, for me too, is an important part of learning to be better. But also, to share is to motivate yourself to continue ( I think ) and especially when people interact with you. I'm not a fan of Instagram - more than anything else it's the size of the images - I love to see images B I G which is why I still use and love flickr, and here of course and the website.
Your thoughts about social media is very interesting! I feel king of the same. It's often challenging to share a photo with the public and receive positive or negative feedback. But it brings a lot. It's also an opportunity to make beautiful encounters, especially in photography. I've never used Glass, I'll see what they do! I think each platform is complementary: photo books, Instagram, news, newsletters, etc.!
It's like you read my mind this time, Leanne. I have thought a lot about social media's role for me. The first time around with photography for me, 35 years ago, I only shared with friends, as you say. But - I had some really dedicated photographic friends and I miss that a LOT, because it's so valuable to get feedback from someone in the game that you also have a strong personal relationship with. That said, I completely agree with you that there is something good about social media and despite the downsides it connects you to a lot of great creatives and pushes you to be better. I have tried clubs but it doesn't seem to be for me.
I do really enjoy your newsletter Leanne, great stuff.
Sharing photos, for me too, is an important part of learning to be better. But also, to share is to motivate yourself to continue ( I think ) and especially when people interact with you. I'm not a fan of Instagram - more than anything else it's the size of the images - I love to see images B I G which is why I still use and love flickr, and here of course and the website.
Your thoughts about social media is very interesting! I feel king of the same. It's often challenging to share a photo with the public and receive positive or negative feedback. But it brings a lot. It's also an opportunity to make beautiful encounters, especially in photography. I've never used Glass, I'll see what they do! I think each platform is complementary: photo books, Instagram, news, newsletters, etc.!