Schools Photography Competition
How to work a photography career into my life?
For awhile I thought I wanted to go into child development or early childhood education because I absolutely love children. However, I have really begun to enjoy photography, but I’m afraid that pursuing a career in it would leave me on the streets, as there is so much competition (especially since I live in NYC) and a lot of it is freelance. If I had the resources, I would major in both photography and child development, but I don’t have the money and quite frankly I don’t want to be in school all my life. Photojournalism particularly interests me (I don’t like posed images very much, I’d rather capture the moment). To be successful in photojournalism, would I have to major in it, or could I just take a few classes here and there? I’m really torn!
examples of my photography can be found at www.flickr.com/jvisions if you wanted to evaluate my potential success. I’ve never had any classes so I know I have a lot to learn and I really think I could improve
I agree with above. Take the stable job, because the majority of photographers are free lance. However, photography can still be a huge part of your life and a side source of income. You have a great eye and that’s not something that can be taught!
I would suggest making a formal website, but keeping the flickr page. Go to galleries around your area, find out if they are having any photography shows and submit your work when they do! Some libraries also have photo shows. Also, make a business card or flyer, especially for the parents of the kids you teach!
www.jpgmag.com is another site to look into, to showcase your work. If it’s chosen for the magazine, you are compensated.
Photojournalism is a fantastic idea, contact your local magazines and newspapers with your portfolio for a start!
Hope that helps & good luck!
P.S. Don’t waste too much money on photo classes, unless it’s a course that you really think will help you because in the long run in the arts world its all about contacts and the work you produce.
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