Starting Shouldn’t Feel Overwhelming
Every now and then, I stumble on something so straightforward that I pause mid‑scroll and think, “Hey, that’s actually helpful.” Recently, a photographer wrote to me and said something like, If I started photography today, this is the blog I’d want to read — and it was a little jolt of happiness.
Maybe it’s because my own path into photography was very quick, but the idea of a simple, actionable framework struck a chord with me. There was none of that hyper‑perfection, no gear-upgrade illusions—just a focus on helping someone ask themselves, “Why did I pick up a camera in the first place?” That idea, “Know Your Why,” felt a bit like hitting pause on the noise.
So, here’s my two‑minute take:
Your photography journey doesn’t need a dramatic launch. It needs a small, honest moment of intention.
It could be being curious, attached to memories, or maybe just a way to see the world differently for a bit.
Let that guide your next frame — not the spec sheet, not even that new lens you’re eyeing.
Do this:
Take out three frames—not perfect, maybe only from your phone roll. Ask: What drew you to shoot that? What were you feeling? Stop hunting for a visual mountain peak. Ease back into your own vision. Effort can cloud a vision.
Sometimes, the best inspiration isn’t a grand new idea—it’s a gentle reminder that you’ve already got something real. And that, really, is where everything starts.
—Kevin
