Finally, after 10 legs (aka courses) of the certificate program, I have reached the final leg and received the certicate in hand.
I was thrilled when I received the confirmation email from the college and that my GPA qualifies me for graduating with an honour.
Like many other mom photographers, I started because of my monkies. Throughout these years, many of my friends have asked me... Why are you in the program? What does it do or what does it mean by enrolling into the program? You could have learned photography by practicing, practicing and practicing. True... But I am more a in-class person . This also allows a little bit of "me time".
This also means the full support of my family, particularly my husband. He has to take care of the monkies in the evenings or whenever I am out for shootings. In addition, talking about the investments in equipments, it's a LOT of money. He totally understood that you need the right equipment in order to do the right job. He is also very encouraging. Without his supports, I couldn't have done it.
To me, it's an accomplishment... a huge accomplishment. It's a lot of work and practice and effort and brainstorming to get through these courses - small products, travel, history & theory, studio, wedding, portrait, etc.
Now, I'm done for this part of the journey. What's next? First, to update my profile on my facebook page that I am no longer pursuing my certificate, but a GRADUATE. Then, keep on shooting :)
Last but not least, thanks to all those who have helped me out: being my models, shooting with me (love all my group members/classmates), giving me the guidance & advices (to my instructors)... special thanks to my first ever client Catherine for trusting me to capture your wedding (which means a lot to me). Of course, I wanted to thank those who continuously liking my work & posts!
Thanks all!
