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.

There are rules about perception, but not about photography.

Always wait for the trigger. The trigger is the final part of the puzzle, the reason you want to shoot.

... there's one of the great lies of all times, that computers save time. They don't. They're time suckers. So, I'm trying not to get involved in the Photoshop.

What you're shooting at doesn't matter, the real question is: 'Does it give you joy?'

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.

If you're just going to meet consumer or clients' demands, you might as well be a plumber - the work will be more frequently available.