photography help carrer decision!

I can't offer you any advice about a career decision, only about Flckr. com . If you haven't heard about it, It is a site about photos and photographers. I enjoy it very much and I recommend it because you can learn a lot more about photography. Take care Carlyshort.

Freelance work is most likely how you will need to get into the business. Freelancers are needed everywhere. Have you done any freelance work for a local paper or magazine where you are? New York most likely has more photographers than your hometown has people. That being said, you will need to have a remarkable portfolio and resume to show possible employers in New York. Working freelance where you are might be a good way to begin working on your portfolio. Then, when you go to NY, you'll have something to show them. As for online, have you considered microstocks. You can make a little money while you perfect your craft. Plus, it puts photos in your portfolio.

Only you can decide what is more important to you. From reading your posts and responses to those who responded to your dicussion it looks like you are pretty well serious about your carreer choice and have already taken steps toward obtaining it. Are you absolutely sure that you have to be based in New York to work for the mags there or can trips be made there instead? Maybe living part time there and part time where your boyfriend is. A lot of traveling I know but it might work out.

if you seriously with your relationship, then so be it. time is a matter which test your endurance, how far you believe in your partner. my advice, if you love somebody, whatever it takes, just don't let he go...

I hope this can help you. I am also into photography as a hobby although I do dream of pursuing it as a profession. My advice for you is to go to New York so you can give yourself a chance to grow professionally. I believe that if your boyfriend loves you, he will understand and support your dreams. You can always visit him and maintain communications. Many say long distance relationships don't work but I think it also depends on the willingness and eagerness of the couple to "keep the fire burning." Another option for you is to seek ways by which you can sell your photo works online so you can also stay in Ohio (if you think you really can't bear to part with your love). I wish you well. I know that's a difficult decision to make. Goodluck!