We were lucky to catch up with Davon Rodgers recently and have shared our conversation below.

Hi Davon, thanks for joining us today. How did you learn to do what you do? Knowing what you know now, what could you have done to speed up your learning process? What skills do you think were most essential? What obstacles stood in the way of learning more?

I am a part-time photographer, and I learned the craft by just going out and shooting. When I first started, I didn’t know much about photography beyond point-and-shoot cameras. Initially, I would take random pictures and play around with the settings on my camera. One cool feature is that Canon provides descriptions of what each setting does, so I was able to get an idea of how things work quite quickly. Additionally, I researched online about different aspects of photography, how to improve, the best settings, lenses, and so on. One of the biggest helps was YouTube; there are so many people who explain what you’re looking for in great detail, which definitely made the process easier.

If there is anything I could have done to speed up my learning process, it would have been to attend more events where professionals teach you and to spend even more time on YouTube, in addition to going out and shooting more. The skills I think were most essential are knowing angles, lighting, and settings. I feel these are very important in the beginning, especially before one gets into editing photos. The main obstacle that stood in my way was time. I work a full-time job, so I did not always have as much time to practice as someone who is full-time.

Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.

I am a portrait, fashion, and street photographer. While I’ll capture anything, those are some of my favorites. I got into photography during Covid when my fiancée, a musical artist, needed someone to take her pictures. Using the money we received during that period, I bought my first semi-professional camera, a Canon T7i Rebel.

My goal is to make my clients feel great about themselves when they view their pictures and to ensure they feel the value of their purchase. I am most proud of my growth as a photographer, as I never thought I would have a true creative outlet. I love the opportunities I’ve had to bring various ideas to life, showcase my versatility, capture many events, and network with many people.

For you, what’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative?

I love seeing a client’s eyes light up when they first see their pictures. Many people don’t feel very photogenic, so when they see how great they look in the photos, it boosts their self-confidence and self-esteem. It’s also rewarding to challenge myself with different ideas and to express myself through photography.

What’s worked well for you in terms of a source for new clients?

The best source of new clients has been word of mouth. When previous clients refer me, it typically leads to more bookings than someone simply coming across my Instagram page. As I grow in my social media promotion, I expect that to change, but for now, client referrals have helped tremendously.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.drseniorphoto.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drshotyou/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drseniorphoto/

Image Credits

Delaina Williams – Swimming Pool
Jazzmia Hidalog – Night photo