For those who want to make the transition into the world of vocational photographystaying true to your craft and vision, while fusing that craft with commerce VisionMongers is a great place to begin your journey. With a voice equally realistic and encouraging, photographer David duChemin discusses the experiences hes had, the lessons hes learned, and the practices hes adopted in his own winding journey to becoming a successful working photographer.
When it comes to this personal, honest combination of craft and commerce, there is no single path to success. Everyones goals are different, as is everyones definition of success. As such, VisionMongers does not prescribe a one size-fits-all program. Instead, duChemin candidly shares ideas, wisdom, and inspiration to introduce you to, and help you navigate, the many aspects of transforming your passion into your vocation. He addresses everything from the anxiety-riddled question Am I good enough? to the basicsand beyondof marketing, business, and finance, as well as the core assumption that your product is great and your craft is always improving.
Along the way, duChemin features the stories of nine other photographersincluding Chase Jarvis, Gavin Gough, and Zack Ariaswhose paths, while unique, have all shared a commitment and passion for bringing their own vision to market. With VisionMongers, youll learn what paths have been takenwhat has worked for these photographersand youll be equipped to begin the process of forging your own.
