More On Getting Motivated - and Inspired

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One of yesterday's blog posts was about getting motivated and inspired to take pictures. Scroll down to that post and read the comments. Good stuff.

One method I use to get inspired and motivated – and encouraged – is to read self-help books. Dr. Wayne Dyer's book, Real Magic, Creating Miracles in Everyday Life, is one of my favorites.

Click here to check it out.

Again, post your comments here as to how you get motivated. Hey, we'd also like to hear about your favorite self-help books.

Explore the light,
Rick

P.S. I also get inspired by nature, as many do. I produced a motivational app on that theme: Life Lessons We Can Learn From Mother Nature.

What Moviates You? How Do You Get Motivated?


We all need some photo-motivation from time to time. That includes me.

So I thought it would be a good idea for a blog post to ask you: "What motivates you - and how do you get motivated?

Is it enjoying nature and picturing animals, as illustrated above?

Is it working and playing in Photoshop or Lightroom – turning a drab shot in a much cooler shot, as pictured below?


Is it using one lens for an entire week to see how you can see the world differently? Is it traveling to an exotic location? Or is it reading books or apps?

Is it going for a walk?

Your motivational technique just may help others. Post your suggestion here (rather than on twitter or facebook) so all can see.

Explore the light,
Rick

Panama Seminar & Workshop Dates Set

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I'll be heading down to Panama in January for a seminar and a workshop. Can't wait. It will be my 5th trip to this beautiful, peaceful and friendly country.

Click here for info.

I hope some of you can join me for this info-packed and fun-filled event.

Click here to see all my seminars and photo tours.

Explore the light,
Rick

P.S. The last time I was in Panama, my son, Marco, acted as my translator... helping me set up a few of my travel shots. Good fun!

Ready, Steady - Shoot

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Check out this fun video. Educational, too!

Juan Pons and I shot these segments during the making of our DVD on the how to shoot HD videos with the Canon 5D Mark II and Canon 7D (due out early next year).

We have fun in the videos, but we give some serious HD video - and sound – shooting tips!

Yes, the "backin' up" effect was inspired by the Gregory bothers popular video, "The Backin' Up" song on YouTube.

Explore the light,

Rick

P.S. Click here to see the DSLR video gear I use and recommend.