PUG MEETNG : MIKE LARSON

This past Tuesday, Kelly and I ventured out to Decatur to attend Pictage User Group (PUG) Meeting, and having Mike Larson as a guest speaker. I had never heard of him before but I was pretty sure that we were in for a real treat. This was our first time attending a PUG Meeting and I am sure we will start going more often. As soon as Kelly and I walked in the door, we were greeted with a warm smile and some southern hospitality by Shari Zellers.

Mike literally took me by surprise with his unreal presentation. He really offered some wise advice on not getting burned out with the business which he spoke from experience. I love it when photographers are so open to share their ups and downs.He was very accommodating with his knowledge. He also spoke about leadership and how we have to act like CFOs, after all we are CFOs of our business. Mike mentioned one of my favorite speakers/authors, Dave Ramsey and John Maxwell. I never really payed attention to the leadership aspect of running a business, but Mike sure did put me in my place. Since starting photography I am learning a lot about myself.



Mike has a technique that he uses called a camera toss. I know you are probably thinking what is the world is that? Well, what he does is he puts the camera on self timer and throws it up in the air. If you are heroic enough to try it then check this out. Good Luck in trying. .That is definitely going out of the box. I don't think I would try this, but his pictures are incredible.



If anyone is in the Atlanta area and is interested in hearing John Maxwell speak, he will be at my church on February 13th and 14th. Please let me know how your camera toss goes?