Why I will never miss a Photography Expo...
I have been in the photography industry for 16 years now and have gained exceptional knowledge over the years. I am by no means the longest serving photographer but, I now have the necessary experience to sit in the midst of seasoned professional guys in this trade.
Now that I am a photography tutor I am easily tempted to brush Photography Workshops away but, recent events have proven this idea wrong.
Today I am going to share with you just 4 good reasons why YOU MUST NEVER miss any Photography Expo or Workshop:
No matter how experienced you are the moment you mix and mingle with new people or even the same people on a different day you learn something new. Photography always has something new in stock for you.
It could be the equipment which is consistently advancing, the techniques or even some simple and easy photography tips. The most encouraging thing on attending these Expos and Workshops is that some of these photography hints and tips come from “junior” photographers. It’s amazing how they maneuver around some of the sophisticated cameras and gadgets now in our industry.
A workshop on a theme you have once gone through will even surprise you with the new things you will learn there. The interaction amongst attendees and even the different views you get from the question and answer segments at these Workshops/Expos will leave you drooling for more.
Networking is the best way to grow your business. Networking with similar minded people exposes you to even better opportunities. People you share the same interests with will never get bored chatting with you, neither will they hesitate exchanging business opportunities and business ideas with you.
I have made it a point that every Expo or workshop I attend, I must get at least 2 contacts and it has helped not only me but all of us grow our profession and businesses. I have managed to grab many opportunities from the people I meet at photography workshops and have also managed to create great opportunities as well for them. Business relationships and/or opportunities are created on these Expos and Workshops. Information sharing platforms are created and potential partners and ventures have been exploited.
Are you an Amateur in Photography?
No better opportunity will ever knock on your door than attending a photography Workshop or Expo. Expo’s have been a spring board to most photographers. Many amateur photographers have taken advantage of these Expos to grow faster in to professionals. Senior professional guys disseminate information down to amateurs for free, identify their weaknesses and point them out for improvements or even take the amateur photographers to their studios or labs as interns.
If you are an amateur never miss this golden opportunity. It makes even more sense for students as most workshops and Expos have lower entry fees for students.
As the old saying goes “All work no play makes Jack a dull boy”. Taking time out of your daily routine will be very refreshing and at times very exciting. If you are lucky to attend a workshop with fun loving people like the forthcoming Q-PhotoProlab #PhotoPrintPlusExpo, then you will definitely enjoy yourself. Photography is a creative art and you can show your creativity here. No answer is necessarily wrong at an Expo which creates a friendly learning environment. And when the environment is friendly and fun people tend to share more and get guidance faster….
I hope to share and learn with you at the 2016 Q-PhotoProlab #PhotoPrintPlusExpo from 14th to the 16th of November. Get your tickets here to book your place at this year’s mother of all photography workshops. Space is limited better be early than be sorry.
Martin Short – Contributor
Martin Short started his photography career in South Africa in 2001. Martin possesses immense knowledge and understanding in both the theoretical and practical aspects of photography. Martin loves what he does, and is privileged to be able to bring joy to others and share so intimately in their lives.
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