When I completed my 365 project I hit a lull in my photographic endeavors, mostly due to a nerve problem in my left arm. I needed to do something since typing and holding a camera were out of the picture so I took the time to work on researching, brainstorming and getting ready to begin a new business that really reflects my style and personality as a photographer.
The research process became an obsession for me. What I found out is that there are some really great books out there and the information is easy and fun to read. Some of my recent favorites are ‘The Purple Cow’ by Seth Godin, ‘Small Business Taxes Made Easy’ by Eva Rosenberg and ‘The Happiness Project’ by Gretchen Rubin. Those books were a support system during a personal time of unrest and really helped to carry me through to where I am now. I also need to thank everyone for the support they gave me and all the amazing phone conversations that turned bad days into good ones.
The happy outcome of this time is that I now have a well thought out plan for a business that I am truly excited to begin. Perhaps it was the absence of photography that made my heart grow fonder, but I think I’ve finally figured out what my next step is. Three Sparrow Photography is my chance to pursue the career I’ve dreamed of my entire life. I am an antsy person by nature and working on my dream was my only way of getting through the frustration of not being able to do anything.
Now that I can finally take photographs again I am feeling elated. I never realized how much picking up my camera everyday meant to me. The 365 project really brought back my creativity and passion for the craft and has given me a database of beautiful images at my disposal. I began an etsy.com page to sell some of those images and it has become a fun new project that I work on constantly. In the next few months I am planning on having a couple of contests and discounts every once in a while for my loyal followers and friends! Thank you all again for all of your support!
P.S. Check out my fancy new logo! It’s homemade by me.