melody1 Posted April 5, 2005 Share Posted April 5, 2005 I'd like to step out of the photo.net shadow I've been lurking in to thank all of the administrators of the sight. The opportuinity to view other photographer's work has most definatly changed my life (chemistry major at a state university to fine art photography major at an art school), and helped with the development of my photography. I know I still have a long way to go, but PN has been a huge part of my developement thus far. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WJT Posted April 5, 2005 Share Posted April 5, 2005 Hi Melody. That is nice that you are appreciative of the efforts that are needed to run this site. As far as your career decision, we all have to make tough choices along the way. Tossing three years of chemistry is a mistake. I am not you, but I would finish the pre-med degree; how are you going to buy that Hasselblad with the 22mp digital back? You can pursue your first love easier with a BS in chemistry, no? Regards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melody1 Posted April 5, 2005 Author Share Posted April 5, 2005 Actually, having one undergraduate degree puts me into a completely different bracket for scholarships and other forms of aid. There are some other factors that support the switch, but I'm they won't be aired here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobatkins Posted April 5, 2005 Share Posted April 5, 2005 I did the chemistry route up to a Ph.D. which eventually bought me all my camera gear! Now I just do photography... Of course I actually liked chemistry (at the time), which makes a big difference! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bekster Posted April 6, 2005 Share Posted April 6, 2005 Yes welcome to the light Melody. I completely agree with your view that this is a pretty fine site. Good choice to follow you heart. If you pursue your passion with energy and enthusiasm and some good business sense then you cannot fail, life is short and it's all yours... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill_b2 Posted April 7, 2005 Share Posted April 7, 2005 Go for it! Your work shows ability in portraits, products(the chemistry stuff), and landscapes. If you have gone through first year chemistry, quan, and organic, you probably will not be intimidated by the technical side of photography, which is a huge plus. There is also an old saying that at the end, people do not regret what they have done but what they have not done. Good luck, Bill p.s. Dallas can always use more advertising, portrait, public relations, and wedding photographers. Check out the market. Fine art is much tougher. Most do it on the side, having a day job in photography or otherwise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjmeade Posted April 18, 2005 Share Posted April 18, 2005 Isn't it reassuring to know there's life after chemistry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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