Uploaded June 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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I've learnt a lot in my 17 years as a photographer but these are by far the most valuable lessons I could give to anyone else doing similar.

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VIDEO
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PHOTO
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LENSES
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0:00 - Intro
1:08 - Trust yourself
2:04 - Document
2:58 - Dream chaser
4:10 - Look after #1
5:32 - Never too late
7:05 - Patience
8:09 - Connect
10:00 - Make
11:06 - Know it alls
11:55 - Do something
12:58 - Money
14:04 - Safety
15:03 - Gear
15:59 - Have an 'and'