Update To Photographer Camaraderie Post
September 30th, 2009So I had no idea that my original post about photographer camaraderie would be so popular and with some individuals cause such a firestorm. I am very thankful to all that have supported this way of thinking. To those who disagree I would like to give some background to the impetus of my post.
I posted the photo of Jerry Avenaim and myself because Jerry was the photographer who helped, mentored and still does help me with anything I need related to photography including any issues I may have in my personal life. Jerry is a world famous fashion celebrity photographer and is very approachable. In that photo in the original post we are riding in the back of a limo because we BOTH worked a job out in Vegas that he got for me. The job required two shooters and Jerry called me. We were on our way to the shoot location. He is a friend as well as a colleague that I respect and value immensely. We have been friends for many years, we’ve had our up’s and downs just like any good friends do and over those years he has taught me to respect everyone and to pay it forward and that when you give you also get back tenfold.
When you attend one of his lectures like I have, he shares his values and his voyage of self discovery. His story is very moving and got me thinking even more. The bottom line is that yes we are photographers and sometimes our job is glamorous and fun but at the end of the day we are all human. We all put our pants on one leg at a time. We all make mistakes. As much as we think we can do it all alone, the fact is we can’t. We need help just like no matter how old we are we still need our parents.
As photographers we all have a heart and it is that very fact that having a heart is what makes us good photographers. My point and Jerry’s point is don’t just use your heart to advance your photography career, use it to be a better person, a more caring person and in the end you will be helping others as well as yourself. And that way of thinking my friends is what helps me get through each day and keeps me going to make great photography and great friends.
September 30th, 2009 at 9:31 am
It is apparent that you do care about not only your work and how other perceive you but how others feel. This is what makes you a great person.
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Jason Christopher Reply:
September 30th, 2009 at 9:45 am
Hey Nicole, you are awesome. Thank you so much
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September 30th, 2009 at 11:32 am
Jason…. photographers who are afraid to share are people who are insecure about their talent.
Younger photographers or photographers who “get it” like yourself, Chase Jarvis, Melissa Rodwell and others are confident that even if they teach you their style, photography is part science…. part magic…..
Magic comes from the shooters soul…… not everyone who has technique has magic.
regards
CT
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Jason Christopher Reply:
September 30th, 2009 at 2:05 pm
Very well said Cherian ! Please pass this post on to others you know. Together we can make a change !
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September 30th, 2009 at 7:28 pm
Jason, very well done my friend. What most don’t realize is we get back what we put out. We both share many friends and acquaintances that happen to be great photographers as well.
We gain by supporting one another rather than suppressing one another. There are no secrets, as I’ve always said; there are three things no one is ever going to take away from me, you or anyone reading. What’s in my heart, the way I see things, and finally the way I or you communicate with your subject. Keep up the great work!
Jerry
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Jason Christopher Reply:
September 30th, 2009 at 7:37 pm
Thank you Jerry. And a huge thank you for being my friend and mentor. Heck you’ve even been a father figure to me many times. Cheers to a great career !
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September 30th, 2009 at 7:52 pm
Brother figure would be more like it… What am I 90 years old now?
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Jason Christopher Reply:
September 30th, 2009 at 7:53 pm
LMAO !!!!!!!!! Ya true I forget how old I actually am lol !
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October 1st, 2009 at 8:40 pm
Not too long ago the term Photography 2.0 was being tossed around. A term used, I believe, to describe the “next” generation of photography and how it has and will continue to change as we move away from the age of film.
“Photographer” could and should be swapped out with “Photography”. Less Ego, same confidence, more supportive.
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Jason Christopher Reply:
October 5th, 2009 at 9:28 am
Very true Steven ! Thank you for the support and get your butt out here so we can shoot and I can shoot your wife. You are one fortunate man my friend. First of all she is a sweetheart second of all you have a model to practice on anytime you feel like it ! What a great situation ! lol
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October 2nd, 2009 at 3:52 am
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October 6th, 2009 at 7:17 am
Jason… (apparently I am being moody again) You made me cry a little when I read your response to Steve. lol. Thank you..and we do hope to get out there sooner rather than later
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Jason Christopher Reply:
October 6th, 2009 at 11:46 am
Awwwww well you both are great people
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November 16th, 2009 at 8:37 am
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December 1st, 2009 at 4:54 pm
I just got to read a lot of the blog and look forward to all the that you have to share. Awesome work. I’ll love it when my photography looks as good as yours. Much success to you.
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Jason Christopher Reply:
December 2nd, 2009 at 10:17 am
Hi Ernie, thank you so much for the compliments. Be sure to ask me anything you need help with. Look through all the blog archives. There is a wealth of informaton.
Cheers !
Jason
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