I'm not an introvert by any means necessary. I'm pretty sure that in my family being anything but loud was unacceptable. My parents probably did vocal coaching lessons while we were still "inside" to make us able to be just as loud as we actually are.
All that said, despite my non-quite self, I can be pretty quite in times I shouldn't be. I get intimidated. I know it sounds ridiculous if you know me because I puff my chest out like a baboon flaunts his butt. I am who I am and I'm not afraid to show it till I am? I am going to be going to The Fix in DC on March 8th/tomorrow! I am very excited to learn and finally be in the room with Jasmine Star. (I totally get that she is just a person but at the same time she is the first photographer I came across that was nice to other photographers and thus she will always be my favorite... sorry all you other ridiculously talented photographers... she grabbed number 1 and I only recalculate every ten years) I am totally excited about being in a room with so many photographers all with similar goals. . . but the only times I have talked to photographers in person I have gotten blocked out, both figuratively and literally. So I am intimidated, but whether they like me or not I am determined to meet at least a dozen people and I will be encouraged!
Oh, I am defiant too.
Sometimes I really wonder why my husband married me ;P
All this to say, just cause you feel a certain way doesn't mean you have to act that way. Next time you are scared or intimidated, act on in quite desperation and the boldness you don't have and step out... that's my plan anyway.
All that said, despite my non-quite self, I can be pretty quite in times I shouldn't be. I get intimidated. I know it sounds ridiculous if you know me because I puff my chest out like a baboon flaunts his butt. I am who I am and I'm not afraid to show it till I am? I am going to be going to The Fix in DC on March 8th/tomorrow! I am very excited to learn and finally be in the room with Jasmine Star. (I totally get that she is just a person but at the same time she is the first photographer I came across that was nice to other photographers and thus she will always be my favorite... sorry all you other ridiculously talented photographers... she grabbed number 1 and I only recalculate every ten years) I am totally excited about being in a room with so many photographers all with similar goals. . . but the only times I have talked to photographers in person I have gotten blocked out, both figuratively and literally. So I am intimidated, but whether they like me or not I am determined to meet at least a dozen people and I will be encouraged!
Oh, I am defiant too.
Sometimes I really wonder why my husband married me ;P
All this to say, just cause you feel a certain way doesn't mean you have to act that way. Next time you are scared or intimidated, act on in quite desperation and the boldness you don't have and step out... that's my plan anyway.
Those are stunning photos!
ReplyDeleteI am quite the opposite actually. I'm very shy and quiet ;)
Add a few beers...well that's a whole other story ;)
Have fun at the Fix! Sounds really exciting!
What's funny is me on a few beers is me... just a bit more of it ;P
DeleteYou'll have a great time, be sure to post some tips for the rest of us insecure photographers!!
ReplyDeleteJack, I will be sure to do a full post on it when I get back... Probably the coming week though.
DeleteI'm glad you got meet another photographer. You are a pretty talented one yourself.
ReplyDeleteWhy thanks... I'm blushing ;P
DeleteYou will have an amazing time!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the encouragement Felicia
DeleteYou are going to have an awesome time. Don't forget to take notes so that you can share them with your sister (ahem me) that isn't getting to go. Jealous. :)
ReplyDeleteI will be sure to do so! I already have my purse packed and ready.
DeleteCalling by as another Wordless Wednesday participant, although lots of words here so I think it must be the wrong link, anyway delightful photos.
ReplyDeleteYea, I cheat a little and do a bit more "Wordy Wednesdays" sometimes :P
DeleteYou are going to have an amazing time for sure - your photos are absolutely stunning! :)
ReplyDeleteWarrior Cat Adventures
Thanks for the encouragement Stacy!
DeleteEnjoy yourself!! You'll have an awesome time. Your photos are amazing! If anything, they'll be intimidated by YOU!! ;)
ReplyDeleteI don't know about that but I'll try to have a bit more of that attitude...lol
Deletethanks for joining us :) happy ww!
ReplyDeleteThanks for having a WW!
DeleteYou will do amazing! I know your pain, but I think we all get that way. I LOVE your photos.
ReplyDeleteYou and I can encourage each other?!?
Deletelovely blog and great shots!
ReplyDeleteNew follower from the 3 four and under hop!
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I love blog hops, so much fun!
DeleteThese are gorgeous!! That last one is great.
ReplyDeleteThanks Sarah!
DeleteHope you have a great trip!! Thanks for linking up your WW with me! =)
ReplyDeleteThanks for having a WW Trisha!
DeleteGorgeous photos! Don't worry, you'll be fine (but I think we may be soul sisters, you sound just like me!)
ReplyDeleteI'm in a need of a soul sister: You can totally be mine!
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