I need some input
Jul 1, 2019 15:59:09 #
I plan to write an article for my Camera Club, the title will be "Is photography your hobby or do you just happen to own a camera?"
I want to hear your thoughts on this matter. You may be quoted without credit or I may use your UHH name; and I may shamelessly use some of your words in my opinion parts. I am looking for ideas, thoughts, and anything you feel is relevant to the topic. Thanking you all in advance.
I want to hear your thoughts on this matter. You may be quoted without credit or I may use your UHH name; and I may shamelessly use some of your words in my opinion parts. I am looking for ideas, thoughts, and anything you feel is relevant to the topic. Thanking you all in advance.
Jul 1, 2019 16:11:47 #
Alternate universe title - "Is Photography your passion, or do you just have a Camera." It's been 32 days since I missed taking some photos - hard core addict!
Jul 1, 2019 16:23:31 #
Howard5252 wrote:
I plan to write an article for my Camera Club, the title will be "Is photography your hobby or do you just happen to own a camera?"
I want to hear your thoughts on this matter. You may be quoted without credit or I may use your UHH name; and I may shamelessly use some of your words in my opinion parts. I am looking for ideas, thoughts, and anything you feel is relevant to the topic. Thanking you all in advance.
I want to hear your thoughts on this matter. You may be quoted without credit or I may use your UHH name; and I may shamelessly use some of your words in my opinion parts. I am looking for ideas, thoughts, and anything you feel is relevant to the topic. Thanking you all in advance.
Certainly not the only defining factor, but one who owns and uses more than one body and multiple lenses for different purposes, and is not a pro; is a dedicated hobbyist.
Like many of us.
Jul 1, 2019 16:26:40 #
Just about everyone owns a camera or cell phone but few consider photography a hobby. I suspect most hobbyists got into photography at an early age, used cameras for family snapshots most of their lives, then got into it as a hobby at some point. I think what drives the hobbyist is the desire to get the skills and equipment to create photos that they consider to be good, rather than just waiting for a lucky shot to appear among the snapshots (which does happen as well).
Jul 1, 2019 16:38:05 #
I have been active as a photography enthusiast since the age of eight. Other folks may have a home camera that they use occasionally like any other kitchen tool (i.e., screwdriver, cheese grater) when the need arises. I don’t think the latter group would be considered “enthusiasts”. BUT the lines have been blurred significantly by ubiquitous smartphone cameras.
Jul 1, 2019 16:40:22 #
"Is photography your hobby or do you just happen to own a camera?"
What day of the week is it?
Some days I'll be working in the yard and see a butterfly or toad or turtle. I'll either ignore them, or grab the point and shoot out of the car and take a couple of shots before getting back to digging. --- A man who happens to own a camera. (The heck with the pictures)
A week later, same situation, the tripod comes out holding a camera with either a micro or telephoto lens. Once the critter(s) is fully photographed I walk around the yard or across the street to the pond looking for more things to shoot. --- Photography is my hobby. (The garden be damned)
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What day of the week is it?
Some days I'll be working in the yard and see a butterfly or toad or turtle. I'll either ignore them, or grab the point and shoot out of the car and take a couple of shots before getting back to digging. --- A man who happens to own a camera. (The heck with the pictures)
A week later, same situation, the tripod comes out holding a camera with either a micro or telephoto lens. Once the critter(s) is fully photographed I walk around the yard or across the street to the pond looking for more things to shoot. --- Photography is my hobby. (The garden be damned)
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Jul 1, 2019 16:41:57 #
I hope you're not trying to alienate your members. Whatever your list of criteria for either is bound to piss a few folks off. That's like asking if you take good photos or just snap shots.. I think I would rather ask the group if they consider themselves a pro, or as a hobbyist. At least this way to qualify as a pro you can probably find established criteria printed somewhere and just use that which would keep your Opinion from entering the picture..
Jul 1, 2019 16:47:55 #
Howard5252 wrote:
I plan to write an article for my Camera Club, the title will be "Is photography your hobby or do you just happen to own a camera?" You may be quoted without credit or I may use your UHH name; and I may shamelessly use some of your words in my opinion parts. I am looking for ideas, thoughts, and anything you feel is relevant to the topic.
Howard, what you are talking about is called plagiarism.
Synonyms include: copying, infringement of copyright, piracy, theft, stealing, poaching and appropriation.
Jul 1, 2019 16:53:32 #
rjaywallace wrote:
Howard, what you are talking about is called plagiarism.
Synonyms include: copying, infringement of copyright, piracy, theft, stealing, poaching and appropriation.
Synonyms include: copying, infringement of copyright, piracy, theft, stealing, poaching and appropriation.
Having warned us, we can take appropriate steps to avoid having our copyright misused: We can avoid posting.
Stages from hobbyist to photographer:
Camera
Camera + additional lens
Camera + 3 additional lenses
2 cameras + 3 additional lenses
2 cameras + 10 additional lenses
4 cameras + too many lenses to count + DAM software + multiple archival disks +..............
Receives money for photographs: game over.
My advice is priceless so I give it away freely.
Jul 1, 2019 18:02:34 #
Howard5252 wrote:
I plan to write an article for my Camera Club, the title will be "Is photography your hobby or do you just happen to own a camera?"
I want to hear your thoughts on this matter. You may be quoted without credit or I may use your UHH name; and I may shamelessly use some of your words in my opinion parts. I am looking for ideas, thoughts, and anything you feel is relevant to the topic. Thanking you all in advance.
I want to hear your thoughts on this matter. You may be quoted without credit or I may use your UHH name; and I may shamelessly use some of your words in my opinion parts. I am looking for ideas, thoughts, and anything you feel is relevant to the topic. Thanking you all in advance.
You're on your own.
Jul 1, 2019 18:20:10 #
Howard5252 wrote:
I plan to write an article for my Camera Club, the title will be "Is photography your hobby or do you just happen to own a camera?"
I want to hear your thoughts on this matter. You may be quoted without credit or I may use your UHH name; and I may shamelessly use some of your words in my opinion parts. I am looking for ideas, thoughts, and anything you feel is relevant to the topic. Thanking you all in advance.
I want to hear your thoughts on this matter. You may be quoted without credit or I may use your UHH name; and I may shamelessly use some of your words in my opinion parts. I am looking for ideas, thoughts, and anything you feel is relevant to the topic. Thanking you all in advance.
Photography is my hobby. I started taking pictures when I was in the Navy (1966-1969) and kept doing it through the years. When I retired from the railroad in 2010 and moved to Florida I was finally able to really get into it.
Jul 1, 2019 18:46:28 #
rjaywallace wrote:
Howard, what you are talking about is called plagiarism.
Synonyms include: copying, infringement of copyright, piracy, theft, stealing, poaching and appropriation.
Synonyms include: copying, infringement of copyright, piracy, theft, stealing, poaching and appropriation.
Actually, what I'm talking about is gathering the thoughts of many people. I have said why and how I may use the information. If you feel that I would be violating your rights in some way ... simply don't respond.
Jul 1, 2019 19:05:06 #
martinfisherphoto wrote:
I hope you're not trying to alienate your members. Whatever your list of criteria for either is bound to piss a few folks off. That's like asking if you take good photos or just snap shots.. I think I would rather ask the group if they consider themselves a pro, or as a hobbyist. At least this way to qualify as a pro you can probably find established criteria printed somewhere and just use that which would keep your Opinion from entering the picture..
I have no list, no criteria, I made no mention of "Good", "snapshots", or qualifying for anything. I expect that after reading all of the responses I will be able to put together a coherent picture ... from the responses.
Jul 1, 2019 19:06:42 #
Gene51 wrote:
You're on your own.
Gene, I sincerely thank you for that response.
Jul 1, 2019 19:11:33 #
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My advice is priceless so I give it away freely.[/quote]
Reminded me of a line from Mork & Mindy. Mork was talking to his home planet and explaining how women stay home, take care of it and raise the kids ... all for no pay. The Leader asked "Is that because her contribution is worthless?" Mork responded "No, it's because her work is priceless"
My advice is priceless so I give it away freely.[/quote]
Reminded me of a line from Mork & Mindy. Mork was talking to his home planet and explaining how women stay home, take care of it and raise the kids ... all for no pay. The Leader asked "Is that because her contribution is worthless?" Mork responded "No, it's because her work is priceless"
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