Hello from Austin

Last night I gave my first presentation of the Spring Tour, here in Austin Texas. The people have been fantastic. Everyone has been so warm and funny–it’s been a real pleasure talking with everyone.

During the social time before my presentation and afterwards, I listened to what the photographers were saying, and, like most places, the people here have the same concerns about the state of the industry and the education of the next generation of photographers and other creatives. It was good to see that one of the local photo educators was at the event and was so appreciated by the working photogs here.  There is a significant amount of contact between the school and the working pros. This is, obviously, a very good thing as it encourages the newbies to start off working with the best professional standards.

As in most things I’ve observed in Austin so far (except a rude cab company), they’re getting a lot very right here.