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.

Try to go out empty and let your images fill you up.

Never put lettering in your photos unless you want it read.

If you are out there shooting, things will happen for you. If you're not out there, you'll only hear about it.

All these factors are only valuable if you're curious. But in any case, the more knowledge you have, the more things are open and available to you.

You need minimum color for maximum effect.

You must be open to what otherwise may seem to be a detriment to your 'plans'.