Coming soon……..
I’ve been planning, for some time, the changes to the blog after July 1st, my first day in retirement! I’m excited about some of the things I plan on doing and thought I might share some of the “coming attractions….?”
1. An Equipment Review Blog. Once I am not an official representative of any single photo industry company, I hope to do product reviews for my readers. I will make them practical, and useful for all of us that want to know just how well a certain product, camera, lens or accessory actually works in the field. Instead of deep, probing, pixel peeping kinds of reviews, plenty of those already exist, I want them to give real insight as to the value of a product and it’s usefulness in making better images!
2. E Books. I’ve long had a big list of subjects I would like to write about and publish affordable E Books on all kinds of subjects in photography, but not limited to photography alone! I love to write and I think some good basic starter books on the principles of photography and more specialized books may be in order, as well.
3. More class offerings! In addition to the His Light Workshops, I hope to run some very small group workshops in locations that will best be approached in groups as small as 6 including myself! Should be fun to work in a small group setting.
4. I am also planning to offer a critique service for those that would like portfolio reviews over the web. I think the critique sessions are among the most valuable things we do at His Light and I would love to make that available to those that can’t make it to a workshop, and at a very affordable price!
5. I hope to offer scouting information for certain locations. I’ve long been a huge fan of Photograph America Newsletter, and would never try to take on such a massive undertaking as Bob Hitchman has, but I do enjoy sharing some inside information with my readers about great places to go and shoot, and some insight about where some great locations, in these spots! I hope to make this a free service for my readers. After 25 years and trips to all the major National Parks over 25 times, I want to share what I’ve learned.
6. More posts related to my walk, and your walk, with Him. I want to really dive into the Word and share those thoughts with you! He is really speaking to my heart about deepening that walk with Him.
Please pray for guidance for me as I turn my efforts to serving Him, and trying to better serve you, to His glory!!
So, a little gift for Memorial Day Weekend! Please take time this weekend to pray for, and honor those that have given so much for America! I’m excited about the future, please come along for the great adventures to come!!!
Blessings,
the pilgrim
This entry was posted on Saturday, May 25th, 2013 at 1:19 am
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Bill,
I’m excited for you as you transition into this next phase of your life. I also look forward to following the products of this move as well as sharing some time with you and the gang on upcoming adventures. Take care friend.
Brian
Bria, nothing would please me more! You’ve been a breath of fresh air every time we’ve had a chance to be together! You’ve really established a fan base with, Jim,Stephen and Wes! I’m sorry I’ve missed some of that, but my schedule will be freeing up soon! Here is to the good ties ahead!
Sorry, Brian! I can spell your name, just not type on an iPad!!!!!
Hey Bill,
I really enjoy your blog and this is great news. Looking forward (as you must be) to the new offerings!
I hope to make it to one of your workshops especially if you do the Smoky Mountains.
Jack
I think you may be reading my mind, probably not too hard to do! Yes, the Smokies will certainly get the small group treatment!!!!!!
Gonna be even more fun!
You bet!
I love it Bill! Will be praying for you. I’m hoping I can spend some time with you increasing my knowledge of photography and strengthening my walk with Christ.
Me too Rodney, two good goals for both of us!
Looking forward to your reviews and your classes… I have learn a lot from you Bill.. Thank you and keep up the good work… Keep that count down app running on your iPad…
btw — Lena and I heading back to St Maarten next month…
I’m happy for you guys and a little jealous! We need to find a way to get together back up here!
Wish you were going to be with Matt and I in the Palouse, and Olympic!
Bryan, did you ever get the care package from NAPP???
No.. Nothing from NAPP…. However I’m now an official NAPP member… I got the 2 yr membership – I also drop your name around and Sally Snelling added an additional 4 months to my membership at no cost.. See it pays to know people in high places.. 🙂 I will be attending Photoshop world in Las Vegas…
Let me know a weekend you and the Miss free and would like to take a trip up to Chicago. Lena and I would love to take you guys out for some good Chicago Style Deep Dish Pizza and a “real cheese burger” LOL
Stay Strong and Bless My Brother…
I’ll work on things and Chicago sounds great!!!
Bill, Sounds as though you will begin your retirement at full speed. Good for you !! Looking forward to seeing all the new things you are planning to offer. Also hope you will have more time to offer an expanded workshop schedule. Would like to go back to Old Car City again or attend a workshop in some other area. I know it would be a great experrience. With more time available (?) in retirement, maybe you could consider doing a His Light Workshop in Michigan. May GOD bless you with a healthy, actaive, and fulfilling retirement.
Doug Berfg
Thanks Doug and yes the UP in fall is on the table!
The additions sound exciting Bill. Looking forward to them.
Bill:
Although I missed seeing you on your recent visit to Seattle, I look forward to keeping in touch via various paths and opportunities. If ever you plan any photo workshops in Seattle – Portland, Columbia River Gorge, Oregon Coast or Palouse (eastern WA) areas, please do give me a heads up.
Here’s a thought regarding your intent to “offer scouting information”: Consider input from readers on their favorite photo taking locations with perhaps a photo or two. (organize by closest city, state). Might be yet another way to generate website viewers.
And finally (should be FIRST, really), I greatly appreciate your frequent and open comments about Christianity and words of spiritual wisdom. I, too, thank God for Brothers in Christ like you. Thank you for being His voice for others to hear and read.
All the best as the current chapter comes to a close. I greatly look forward to continuing to be inspired spiritually and photographically as you write and photograph the next chapters. And never forget: “It ain’t Rocket Surgery!” 🙂
~Danny~