One of the great things about photography is the low barrier to entry - everyone has a camera in their pocket at all times. So, take lots of pictures, and over time figure out what subject matter interests you most. Then, laser focus on that subject, shooting hundreds of sessions, thousands of photos.

On photography, I like to say, "Being good is easy, being great is super hard."

I am leading a workshop in Los Angeles next month called "The Surprising Portrait" and it's all about making your portrait practice a reflection of who you are and what makes you tick. Technical prowess is not key to success in my workshop, only a dedication to getting better and doing the deep personal work to get there.