Budapest, Hungary
April 2012
Starting a business at this time when economic situations are volatile is a bad and crazy idea. There are many risks to consider including failure. Starting a photography business where the market is over saturated is an even bigger risk. This is the most common advice preached over again. Ten years on, this still holds.
My journey as a photographer continues, this time in a different country and culture where I do not speak the native tongue. Like a climber craving the next summit, my constant evolution as an artist takes me far beyond the comforts of home.
It comes down to perception. Where others see risks, opportunities always exist. It just takes perseverance and a passionate soul to make it happen. The only aim of an artist is to illustrate the beauty in life. We make the lemonade out of the lemons for others to enjoy.
The next time you’re out and about, here are four ways to try changing your perception:
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Stop. Don’t rush about with just the destination in your mind. Unless you’re late for an appointment, try slowing down.
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Observe. If you are in a busy street, pick one person to observe. Look at their face, their clothes, their shoes and built. Ponder what their life story is. Better yet, look up. When was the last time you looked up at your surroundings?
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Play. Use your environment and play a game. Spot patterns with the hand rails on the train. Be creative!
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Appreciate. You woke up this morning. You are still breathing and walking. You have another day to learn and explore. Appreciate the wonders that make up your life, the very little things that define you. As little as they may appear to you, they are the most important things.
Happy Monday (Or My Day French English!)
