Practice. Repeat. Practice.

Koroba village, Papua New Guinea 2015

Achieving greatness is a numbers game!

Let me explain. To become a master at something requires serious dedication. As the Russians say, “Quantity brings quality.” So, to become a better photographer, you need time and regular practice.

The very first picture I took is probably lost somewhere. If I look long enough, I might find it. However, one thing I can guarantee you is that it was nothing more than mediocre.

Fast-forward to today, and I still feel the pleasure of going out and trying to capture moments as I see them. I feel the passion as if I am still that novice, excited about photography from the age of four.

Recently, I listened to an interview with the legendary Steve McCurry. In that conversation, he shared his secret for staying sharp. Every morning, he dedicates about two hours to photography, and every late afternoon, he grabs his camera and hits the streets again.

To create great photography, one must not only be lucky enough to be in the right place at the right time but also have the technical knowledge to navigate the camera effortlessly.

These days, I find it challenging to shoot daily. However, I’ve made it a habit to bring my backpack with my Leica M11-P and a 35mm lens inside whenever I go out… just in case I feel like shooting.

Note to self: Dedication & Practice are universal keys to achieving mastery regardless of the field.