You will, in time, see and show others not just the superficial, but the details, the meanings, and the implications of all that you look at.

First, perseverance trumps talent. Second, do what you want to do, otherwise why bother? Third, be ethical; it might rub off on others. Fourth, don't give up.

Sometimes as you work, you find that you are learning things about your own perceptions and motivations that are way below you consciousness. If you get lucky, you recognize what you are doing, but all too often we don't find the connection between our work and our own motivations.

Remember that most people (those who are not photographers) don't even see the things that you missed. Many don't even look. Ergo, you are way ahead of the game.

You have to learn not only from your failures. You must also learn from your successes.

Gesture will survive whatever kind of light you have. Gesture can triumph over anything because of its narrative content.

It's always around. You just don't see it.