Discover how carrying a camera acts as a natural conversation starter. Read how photography helps introverts connect with strangers, from Arizona to Chicago.
I remember once in a café, a stranger asked me what book I was reading. That random conversation ended up with us living together today and we are now close to getting engaged, so you never know where a random conversation might lead you.
Great topic! In my 63 years of life, ~55 years taking photos, I have not experienced any random conversations with others out in the field. Not sure if I’m not approached because I look too “focused”. My reluctance to approach others is mainly based on personal safety and security.
This is why I had joined local photography Meet-Up groups and other photography events, as well as Scott Kelby’s worldwide photo walk. I recall great conversations, sharing of experience, and meeting lots of interesting people.
This is also why I like the photography “networking” opportunities on substack. Someone posts a photo, it shows up in my feed, I like and comment, and usually a great conversation is experienced.
I just wish Substack had an official group for photography. My attempt to follow/subscribe to other photographers, whether amateur or professional, has been random, based on what I see in my feed.
This was a great question! Thanks! I hope you enjoyed Chicago despite our arctic blast.
I haven't participated in any of our local photography Meetup groups, but I probably should. It does sound like an interesting way to meet other photographers.
I do think it would be handy if there was a photography category here on substack. But in the meantime, it's kind of fun to just discover new people on our own.
With Chicago trip went really well, but yes the cold was interesting. When we went out to take pictures of lake Michigan there was a point where my face was actually stinging. Survived it all though. 😎
I remember once in a café, a stranger asked me what book I was reading. That random conversation ended up with us living together today and we are now close to getting engaged, so you never know where a random conversation might lead you.
That's a great story, congratulations! So what book were you reading?
Great topic! In my 63 years of life, ~55 years taking photos, I have not experienced any random conversations with others out in the field. Not sure if I’m not approached because I look too “focused”. My reluctance to approach others is mainly based on personal safety and security.
This is why I had joined local photography Meet-Up groups and other photography events, as well as Scott Kelby’s worldwide photo walk. I recall great conversations, sharing of experience, and meeting lots of interesting people.
This is also why I like the photography “networking” opportunities on substack. Someone posts a photo, it shows up in my feed, I like and comment, and usually a great conversation is experienced.
I just wish Substack had an official group for photography. My attempt to follow/subscribe to other photographers, whether amateur or professional, has been random, based on what I see in my feed.
This was a great question! Thanks! I hope you enjoyed Chicago despite our arctic blast.
Hi Cheryl,
I haven't participated in any of our local photography Meetup groups, but I probably should. It does sound like an interesting way to meet other photographers.
I do think it would be handy if there was a photography category here on substack. But in the meantime, it's kind of fun to just discover new people on our own.
With Chicago trip went really well, but yes the cold was interesting. When we went out to take pictures of lake Michigan there was a point where my face was actually stinging. Survived it all though. 😎