"My Life, My Hobby, My Career!" or... "I'll shoot you"

Introductory post... ok... I'd write something insanely humorous and witty, but I'm not that funny... deal with it.

I'm a 26 year old aspiring photographer. I used to like being in front  of the camera, but it turns out I'm not that good looking. Sad. I spend my time now behind the camera, which most people would agree, is where I belong. Ok, I'm not like "ogre" ugly or anything, but you'd be high to think I could win a beauty pageant. :-)

I'm self-taught, but plan on getting my degree in Photography /Visual Arts. Hmmm... I should probably take some classes on how to run a small business...

I realize I'm doing things a bit... ok a LOT, backwards. I bought a camera, took pictures for 5 years and then decided to open my own photo business and NOW I'm deciding to get my degree and take photo classes. WHO DOES THAT?? I do... apparently.

I shoot right now with a Nikon DSLR. A D70. I know it's not high end or pro, but I think a good photographer could shoot with a Polaroid camera and produce something you'd want to look at.

I edit with Corel Paintshop Pro and I adore it. I am always learning new techniques and you can see the evolution of my art on my Flickr photo album. But trust me... I'm awesome.

My Flickr page

I love shooting everything from landscapes to people and pets. I've shot in China, Belgium, Colombia, and my favorite... San Diego!