{"id":571704,"date":"2023-12-04T08:52:14","date_gmt":"2023-12-04T13:52:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/erickimphotography.com\/blog\/?p=571704"},"modified":"2023-12-04T08:52:16","modified_gmt":"2023-12-04T13:52:16","slug":"the-photographer-by-eric-kim-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/erickimphotography.com\/blog\/2023\/12\/04\/the-photographer-by-eric-kim-2\/","title":{"rendered":"THE PHOTOGRAPHER BY ERIC KIM"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div data-wp-interactive=\"core\/file\" class=\"wp-block-file\"><object data-wp-bind--hidden=\"!state.hasPdfPreview\" hidden class=\"wp-block-file__embed\" data=\"https:\/\/erickimphotography.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/THE-PHOTOGRAPHER-by-ERIC-KIM.pdf\" type=\"application\/pdf\" style=\"width:100%;height:600px\" aria-label=\"Embed of THE-PHOTOGRAPHER-by-ERIC-KIM.\"><\/object><a id=\"wp-block-file--media-34a9fcb2-33a0-4539-a3ca-7e71af8541b6\" href=\"https:\/\/erickimphotography.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/THE-PHOTOGRAPHER-by-ERIC-KIM.pdf\">THE-PHOTOGRAPHER-by-ERIC-KIM<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/erickimphotography.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/THE-PHOTOGRAPHER-by-ERIC-KIM.pdf\" class=\"wp-block-file__button wp-element-button\" download aria-describedby=\"wp-block-file--media-34a9fcb2-33a0-4539-a3ca-7e71af8541b6\">Download<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is a summary of &#8220;THE PHOTOGRAPHER&#8221; by Eric Kim, presented in bullet points:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Purpose of the Book<\/strong>: An attempt at a mini magnum opus, encapsulating everything Kim has learned about photography, designed to guide readers from novice to expert levels.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chapter I: Why Photography?<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Explores the fundamental reasons for engaging in photography.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emphasizes the importance of asking &#8220;why&#8221; in photography and in life.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discusses the philosophical aspect of photography as a tool for self-understanding and reflection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Photographer as a &#8216;Visual Warrior&#8217;<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Describes a photographer as a visual warrior who uses the camera as a sword to fight inner demons and slice away false realities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emphasizes the power of selective framing in photography.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Making &#8220;Good&#8221; Photos<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A good photo is characterized by emotion, soul, and composition.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encourages photographers to express their personal vision and feelings through their work.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chapter II: Make Photos<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Advises photographers to follow their intuition and gut when shooting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Suggests not overthinking and entering a state of &#8216;flow&#8217; while photographing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Overcoming Fears in Photography<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Discusses various fears photographers face and how to overcome them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encourages embracing one&#8217;s fears as a path to growth and creativity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chapter III: Inspiration<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Encourages photographers to shoot what personally interests them and to seek inspiration in various art forms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stresses the importance of creative balance between creation and consumption.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chapter IV: Share<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Discusses the importance of sharing one&#8217;s work and being confident in it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Suggests sharing work that brings joy and meaning to the photographer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chapter V: Soul Photography<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Focuses on capturing the photographer\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s soul in their work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encourages making unique, personal photographs that reflect the photographer&#8217;s vision.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chapter VI: Changing the World with Photography<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Believes that photography can change the world by influencing individual perspectives.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encourages spreading positivity and personal vision through photography.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Building Your Own Platform<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Advises photographers to create their own platforms for greater creative control.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discusses the limitations of social media and the benefits of blogging and email lists.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Branding and Marketing Yourself<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Emphasizes the importance of self-promotion and confidence in one&#8217;s work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encourages taking risks and embracing one\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s unique vision and voice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Conquering Fear as an Artist<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Encourages embracing and channeling fear into courage and creativity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Suggests taking risks in both photography and life as a path to growth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Conclusion &amp; 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