When you think of photography, you think of a solo pursuit. We find ourselves mostly alone when creating photographs and advancing our craft. However, consider the inspiring and motivating personal growth opportunities a photography community can provide.
It's not just about the enriching experiences, the potential to meet and work with like-minded individuals, and the doors that can open for your creative journey. A photography community can offer a platform for sharing your work, receiving constructive feedback, and learning from others' experiences, which can significantly enhance your skills and creativity. Creating images is primarily a solo pursuit.
We use it as self-reflection to challenge ourselves and find creative independence. In times of challenge, we go it alone, trying to dig out of a creative rut or find the solution to a problematic dilemma. Why go it alone? I started to grow as a photographer when I found my community.
I slowly built a tiny but mighty community of creatives with whom I regularly surrounded myself. I’ve always believed that quality over quantity is best. Having a small community I can rely on is more important than having dozens.
When times get hard, I know they will be there with the feedback and support I am looking for and can trust. I won’t be messaging dozens of people who are merely acquaintances but allies. This community has improved my technical skills and fostered my personal growth, pushing me to explore new perspectives and cha.
