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Microstock Photography Forum - General => Newbie Discussion => Topic started by: 33ft on February 04, 2013, 13:30

Title: Big Thank You from a Newb!!
Post by: 33ft on February 04, 2013, 13:30
Folks,

I've been doing stock on and off since 2006, learning my way as I go.  Always wish I had more time to dedicate to it, but having a young growing family has its blessing & demands.  I just wanted to say a big thank you to Leaf and some of the regulars here, as without this site and some of the regular commentary I would not only be in the dark of the many shifts and changes in the stock industry, but it makes a person feel like that they are not alone on this journey.  Often times I am reading/lurking here more than anything else because there would be little ones falling asleep on my shoulder (thankful for ipads), or late nights warming a bottle, but I hope to be more active in the future.  I almost envision it like we are all small ships at sea in a vast ocean.  Unable to alter the tides and choose the weather, yet sail along the winds on our own efforts.  Occasionally within shouting distance you hear a friends voice on the wind warning of a coming wave (Google Docs, commission changes, etc).  Thanks to all of you out there that warn of waves and rough seas.
Your new, yet old friend.

Dave (33ft)
Title: Re: Big Thank You from a Newb!!
Post by: leaf on February 04, 2013, 14:53
thanks for the nice post 33ft.  I feel I'm in a pretty similar situation :)
Title: Re: Big Thank You from a Newb!!
Post by: soundworks on February 05, 2013, 02:46
Reassuring. A person who knows how to use his words in this way can really influence others. I really pictured the scene. Thank you.
Title: Re: Big Thank You from a Newb!!
Post by: 33ft on February 05, 2013, 22:40
Reassuring. A person who knows how to use his words in this way can really influence others. I really pictured the scene. Thank you.


Ha!, too kind.  Maybe it best describes how I see it since it has always felt like a lonely road.  I'm sure there are other microstockers in North Texas, guess I just have never ran into them.  Most photographers I know in this area are always chasing down the next wedding or portrait gig.  Nothing wrong about that, but so thankful stock has allowed me to not have to chase...