I sent this already, but it seems it never made it to the newsgroup.
If it shows again, I apologize.
Howdy.
I've been interested in photography about three years now, and hope to
someday, maybe after I retire, to work as a profession photographer.
I've taken a few adult education courses through our local school
district, but they only whetted my appetite. I subscribe to a couple
of photography oriented magazines, and have and am reading several
books on the subect. Although I feel I have a fairly decent handle on
what it takes to be a professional, I also believe a more formal
education would be better in bridging the credabiltiy gap.
Since my current career in software development provides for my and my
family's needs, and I really enjoy my job, I don't intend to switch to
a full-time photographic anytime soon unless circumstances force it -
the company I work for was just purchased by a major competitor. I'm
54 years old, so if I'm laid off I know finding a new job in the data
processing field may be difficult.
My work hours, however, are at times unpredictable and quite long, so
a formal course at a local college or university is not feasible. A
correspondence course sounds like my best option. I've heard about
the New York Institute of Photography, and have on occasion read
articles where thy were mentioned favorably. Most of the cases I read
about were students who are either part-time or independent
photographers. I would hope to find a job with a studio or assisting
an individual on weekends so I can gain some practicle on-the-jog
training. Having rambled on long enough, I guess I'll get to my
questions. Are there any former students who would comment on if they
feel the training they recieved contributed to their success in a
photographic career? If you are an employer, how would you view a
prospective employee whose only formal training has been from this
school? What do you believe an employer would be most interested in?
Please be general, I know a newpaper or magazine would be interested a
different set of skills than a wedding photographer, I'm just looking
for the more common requirements.
I apologize for the length of this message, but I wanted to provide
enough information about myself so you could see where I'm coming
from.
Thanky kindly, and have a happy!
BTW - ignore my web site - I've haven't set it up the way I want yet.
But I'm working on it.
www.okfotos.com
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