Professional photography is a challenging career choice that requires a lot of skill and toughness. If that’s what you’re considering, check out this great video essay featuring an experienced professional photographer discussing what it takes to be a pro and your chances of finding success.
Coming to you from Scott Choucino’s Tin House StudioThis insightful video discusses the opportunity to become a professional photographer. Without a doubt, photography can be a very rewarding career; After all, the chance to make a living doing what you love is something special. However, there is a significant amount of risk involved and it can be extremely difficult to achieve a higher position in the industry. It’s especially difficult these days, as the quality of camera equipment and its relatively low cost have led to the industry attracting an overwhelming number of photographers. I think, for many people, it’s worth considering the average. Monetizing photography is not an all-or-nothing proposition; it’s certainly possible to keep it as a side job or weekend job where you can make money without the pressure of taking all your income from it. Check out the video above for the full recap from Choucino.
