Readings 15 and 16 Ch. 8 and 9
“If you have too much fame it boils over and scalds your feet.”
Who would want that? There is such thing as being humble and comfortable. That is were I am right now with my photography business. I could do more business which would be nice, but currently that would overwhelm me, seeing I am busy with so much more. Later on I would like to have more clients. I believe most people look at who you are. How you are. Then your work. I am probably way off… maybe I’d like to think my personality will save me.
The lesson is simple: We must not confuse admiration and respect with fame and celebrity.
I really admire the bit about design competitions. It really doesn’t mean anything!!! There is so much design out there! I would rather be respected for my quality of work and design ideas than win a competition that I had to PAY for. Going to lectures and keeping in touch with colleges will always be great additives in your design career. With my past experience in working for jerks, loosers, unfair bosses, and annoying employees, I feel as though I have a tougher skin than before and I am willing to be critiqued by fresh eyes, and seeing points of views I never noticed. One of my favorite things is to critique other work as well. It’s the circle of design life!
