Retirement and photography
Sep 28, 2018 13:03:39 #
I celebrated my retirement party last night with 100 of my best friends. Looking forward to pursuing my photographic passion and enjoying every minute. Best of luck to you and may "the image be with you."Neil
Sep 28, 2018 13:06:27 #
Sep 28, 2018 13:21:32 #
Jim - Best wishes on your journey into retirement. Springfield is just an hour away from Eureka Springs, AR., and judging from your photo, I'd guess you would get a kick out of our quirky little town if you have never been here before. Why not drop by for a beer and take a few pics? Maybe I can arrange a meeting with the local photo club out at Holiday island - I know they would really appreciate talking with a real pro about our hobby.
Sep 28, 2018 13:35:07 #
Sep 28, 2018 13:41:24 #
Shel
Loc: Lecanto FL
Jim: You are one of the good guys in our society. Have you given any thought to running for a elected office. Honesty and compassion are far too rare in our political world?
Sep 28, 2018 14:27:31 #
Sep 28, 2018 14:34:18 #
Sep 28, 2018 14:35:03 #
Ha!...and you thought you were retiring. A great thing your doing - love the giving back thing - but that my friend is a whole lot of work.
jim quist wrote:
When I retired I began posting my studio equipment... (show quote)
Sep 28, 2018 15:17:22 #
Sep 28, 2018 15:28:55 #
granbob
Loc: SW Wisc; E Iowa; W Illinois
When I retired I continued to do some of the things I had been doing prior to retirement. Then I wondered, "How is this different from having a job ?" Sort of like what you are doing. The difference is, we don't have to do it, its our choice, and that makes it less like work and more like fun. Enjoy your 'retirement' !
Sep 28, 2018 15:36:18 #
Key to retirement is being able to afford doing what you want when you want to do it. Sounds like you're on that path!
Sep 28, 2018 16:27:59 #
Sep 28, 2018 16:52:12 #
Sep 28, 2018 17:03:47 #
Alexha wrote:
Jim - Best wishes on your journey into retirement. Springfield is just an hour away from Eureka Springs, AR., and judging from your photo, I'd guess you would get a kick out of our quirky little town if you have never been here before. Why not drop by for a beer and take a few pics? Maybe I can arrange a meeting with the local photo club out at Holiday island - I know they would really appreciate talking with a real pro about our hobby.
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Now, this is another really cool idea.
I have given "Photo-Talks" at a few camera clubs over the years as well. It is a really good way to not only share your talents and experience, but it is also helping others in a very positive way.
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Sep 28, 2018 17:15:16 #
Make sure that those you do things for free understand you are giving them something of value. I do a few seniors each year but have the kids do some work for me to pay for them. I also do a Wedding or two. (after a triple bypass I do not book weddings ahead) But I seem to do a few each year for free. I love doing Weddings but have to make sure folks know I am giving something of value and that they need to cooperate when I am talking pictures. Many people think that free means that what you are doing is not of much value. I had one couple that did not even send a thank you note but told some friends I would do their Wedding for free. Anyway have fun - I do. - Dave
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