The Parallax View: All Work & No Play Makes My Brain a Dull Place

 

I've been in paradise. I traveled thousands of miles to play. But that's when my real work happens.

It's not surprising; my right brains kick into high gear when it's in "play mode." 

Brain scans reveal that when you think you’re not thinking, your unconscious mind is doing sprints searching for solutions.

Einstein’s theory of special relativity came as an epiphany after he daydreamed he was riding on a beam of light. 

Greg Swartz, director of innovation at golf giant PING, claims he creates the best tees and loftier drives by stargazing. After immersing himself in golf, he hangs out in his backyard at night and lets his mind settle into what he calls a “hyper state.”

As photographers, we are content creators. And content doesn't create itself; it's born from your brain.

So, give your brain a break. Disconnect from reality and connect your brain to its core creativity. You might have a eureka moment when you least expect it.

 

Dynamic Duo Luke & David Edmonson

 

ShootQ's Community Concierge Katie Van Buren was thrilled to join talented father-and-son duo Luke and David Edmonson this week in Austin, TX. 

The Edmonsons presented to a great group of photographers at the Austin PPA Guild Meetup. The evening was a unique opportunity for them to share their experience shooting weddings and taking superlative care of their clients. They have a big business, but more important, big hearts! If you'd like to get to know The Edmonsons, check out the Livebooks RESOLVE Blog. 

Thanks for inviting us along guys!

 

Bird's Eye View of Your Business: WPPI 2010

Thanks to all the current and future ShootQ Community members who stopped by our booth at WPPI this year. 

The lineup of speakers in our Pro Theater was humbling. We're grateful for each photographer who took time to share their knowledge with colleagues. 

Since we're scattered across different cities, countries and continents, it was especially rewarding to spend time with folks face-to-face! Your ideas and feedback help build ShootQ.

Also, a special thanks to Mike Larson for this amazing aerial view of the ShootQ booth!

We're already planning for next year's WPPI and can't wait to share more excitement with y'all!

 

ShootQ BBQ in Denver on August 6, 2009

Mark Adams and Katie Van Buren are hosting a BBQ for Denver area photographers on Thursday, August 6, 2009 at 6pm.

We are planning on hanging out at Platte Park. We are supplying all the food and if you are feeling thirsty BYOB.

Of course we'll be happy to answer questions you might have about ShootQ and we are always looking forward to brainstorming with photographers about how we can continue to help you streamline your business, save you time and make you more money! For a little friendly competition we will have a corn hole game going! 

Check out our Evite for more details, directions and to RSVP!

Austin is Awesome!

Last night I had the pleasure to meet, hang out and share with all the great photographers at the Austin PUG. They also got a demo of ShootQ V2. After the meeting, Suzi Q, her husband and Jefferson Todd took me to what has got to be the coolest bar in town, the http://www.themeaneyedcat.com. Why is it the coolest bar? Because the whole place is a tribute to Johnny Cash!

I'm in Dallas right now, getting ready to visit the Dallas PUG. Hope to see some of y'all there!

This post originally appeared on the LaCour blog on September 18, 2008.
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