Should You Say Yes? 7 Questions for Every Photographer

Are you a photographer wondering whether to say yes to new opportunities, especially ones outside your comfort zone? In this video, I explore the four virtues of saying yes to creative challenges and share 7 essential questions I ask myself when evaluating any new opportunity.

Drawing from my own experiences as a photographer over the past year, I’ll walk you through real-life examples of how saying yes has transformed my work, expanded my creativity, and opened doors I never expected. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned photographer, this video will help you make thoughtful decisions about your photography journey.

CHAPTERS

00:00 - Intro
00:54 - The Year of Saying Yes
03:11 - Virtue #1
06:10 - Virtue #2
09:19 - Virtue #3
11:33 - Virtue #4
13:47 - The "gauntlet" of 7 questions
14:06 - Question # 1
15:08 - Question #2
16:09 - Question #3
16:52 - Question #4
17:28 - Question #5
18:28 - Question #6
19:26 - Question #7
20:27 - I need to get out of the office
21:00 - Footage from Animal Kingdom

MAIN CAMERA & LENSES (affiliate links*)

Nikon Z7ii: https://amzn.to/3RzMZwz
Nikon Z 24-120mm: https://amzn.to/3jtTiFe
Nikon Z 14-30mm: https://amzn.to/3HCCh3R
Nikon Z 100-400: https://amzn.to/3HBTief
Nikon Z 35mm: https://amzn.to/4fHGBP2
Nikon Z 85mm: https://amzn.to/3AXpcTo
Nikon Z 105mm (Macro): https://amzn.to/3B6KiP7
Nikon Z 28mm SE: https://amzn.to/4hYNP2L
Nikon Z 40mm SE: https://amzn.to/3Okxw2q

SECONDARY CAMERAS & VIDEO

Ricoh GRIIIx: https://amzn.to/4hVb8dP
Nikon Zf: https://amzn.to/3OiOKxo
Nikon Z fc: https://amzn.to/4g4GsFb
Osmo Pocket 3 Creator Combo: https://amzn.to/3OiOKxo

Full gear list at johnepattison.com/gear

MUSIC CREDITS

"Snowman Suntan" by Jobii

All music courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com

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