Experience is everything

As a photojournalist, I am trusted to be the eyes of the public. I am asked to attend events and witness the important parts. I am told to capture/compliment the reality of a newsworthy situation in a picture frame.

To make better judgements on what is important, what is not important, and what is real, a photojournalist/journalist should have lots of experience in life, be it having worked in government, entertainment, sports, etc....

I am currently taking one year to experience a new country (Korea), and a new profession (teaching).

Prior to my arrival in Korea, most of the people I'd spoken to said they knew someone who'd gone to Korea to teach—and loved it; and yet, I had never spoken face to face with a person who had done it themselves.

I certainly have intentions to shoot pictures while here, but my top priority is to become a really good teacher. I am approaching this year as a learning experience, and a test for my ability to adapt to a new everything.

I am happy to report that I have landed in a great city, with a wonderful school and some excellent teacher colleagues. Sokcho, South Korea, is my current home, and I am very proud of it. I wll post photos from time to time. This blog will keep everyone clear about what's happening in my life. New experiences are virtues, especially if the experiences are challenging.

Comments

[Meagan Kelly]

David, I can't wait to read all about your adventure! I think it's really admirable you're stepping away from the lens for a bit. I've noticed in my travels that I sometimes get so caught up and capturing the moment in photos that I lose living in the moment. So good for you for seeing it with your own eyes! But please still take SOME photos because you're really talented and I love looking at your photographic masterpieces!

[Lynn Alberta]

Glad to see everything's going well so far. Keep the great pics and reflections of what I'm sure will be a great year comin'!

[m]

I learn so much from you.