My personal commandments for myself in photography (you don’t need to follow these):
1. Thou shalt not compare your photos with others
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2. Thou shalt not care about thy follower numbers
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3. Thou shalt not leave thy house without your camera
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4. Thou shalt not make photos for likes
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5. Thou shalt not hesitate before shooting
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6. Thou shalt never blame thy gear
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7. Thou shalt ignore all photography “experts” (especially ERIC KIM)
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8. Thou shalt buy photo books for inspiration
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9. Thou shalt not be a purist
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10. Thou shalt not lose thy faith in thyself
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Make your own photo commandments for yourself
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You control yourself. Ignore everyone else; make your own photo and life commandments for yourself, in order to empower and direct yourself.
SHOOT ON!
ERIC