What Training Do You Have In Photography?
I do not have any formal training in photography. I recently told an apprentice that I believe hard work, persistence, and little else will get a photographer where he wants to go.
My body of work is the result of learning from mistakes and by experience. Most of all, I seek, appreciate, and respect a solid critique. There is nothing more humbling (and inspiring) than hearing an honest opinion of my work from a friend and mentor like Joel Sartore. We can always grow as both people and photographers though openly communicating with colleagues.