Earlier this winter, I decided to sell an extra camera body, 4 lenses, and several other accessories. Since I had first gotten into photography, I had a huge wish list, and the mentality that I needed more and more to be a good photographer. Obviously my equipment is important, but something had shifted in me as I began to focus on my creativity and expression rather than what gear I had. I realized, a good photographer or artist really only needs the basic tools to create magic. How could I use what I already had to create an image in mind? This has put me up in trees and in all sorts of strange places to get a certain shot. Some of my most like photos were created this way.

Live on Purpose 101

One day I realized that I was totally lost. I knew I had more to offer this world, but couldn't quite put my finger on it. I "had it all," yet felt like I had nothing I wanted. I worked for years to have the big degree, the great job, the beautiful home. I worked out, drank green juice, practiced yoga... why was I totally unsatisfied? How could that be?

Have you ever googled "what should I do with my life?" I have. More than once, too.

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