Photographers will face many challenges on their journey. Finding a photography mentor can drastically change the trip from being overwhelmed to having confidence. When embarking on your photographic journey, the road can lead you in many directions, and you need to decide which route to take and when to take it.
Coming to your first crossroads can take time, especially regarding what road to take. Most of my mentoring students try to take all the roads at once. This leads to an overwhelming feeling and a lack of knowledge of the basic techniques.
This makes any future education more challenging than it needs to be. Finding a mentor that works for you can be a vital piece of the puzzle. A mentor should be a person who will guide you and give you the information you need to make decisions, not decide for you.
While you're on your journey, a mentor can provide feedback on your choices and, if you have fallen off course, help you get back on track. At some point, you may find yourself losing that inspiration and drive to pick up your camera. This is where a mentor can play a crucial role.
Having a mentor you can rely on for an outside perspective can help you analyze your current lack of motivation and find new inspiration. In the past, I have relied on others to help me find new perspectives and dig deep into why I was losing my inspiration and motivation, which has always reignited my passion for photography. You need to set simple and attainable goals to grow your skills and .
