Take The Gift You're Given

'Take the gift you're given'. That's what my teacher, the late Nancy Rotenberg, used to say when photographic conditions didn't meet our planned expectations. This weeks '3 Minute Photo Thought' is about the importance of the ability to manage expectations and maintain flexibility when out photographing, so that you can take the best creative advantage of the situation you find yourself in.

When you go out to photograph do you generally have specific plans and expectations? Do you feel like you have the ability to manage your expectations so that you remain flexible, open, and receptive so that you can change your plans and take advantage of the conditions that you find yourself in?

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