32 years. Hard to believe. I’ve been shooting and making a living with a camera for 32 years. Last week in Las Vegas at the Wedding and Portrait Photographer’s international convention, I received the Lifetime Achievement award. The word “lifetime” didn’t sit well with me at first. I sarcastically asked if the award came with a geriatric walker and some Depends. However, after some self reflection and some reinforcement from my wife and my friends, I’m quite proud that this incredible honor was bestowed upon me. After all, when you start at age 19, perhaps I can receive another lifetime achievement award in another 30 years. Who knows.

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