I shouldn’t really share this. After you finish reading, you will all know the secret that I try to keep hidden. But, to be honest, it leaks out from time to time despite my best effort. The truth is …I am a big nerd. I really am. I love colored pens and new notebooks and geeky gadgets. (Yes, I have fond memories of my Trapper Keeper.) So as much work as brushing up for the CPP exam (a certification program for photographers that only 8% of the world’s photographers have earned) has been, some part of me kind of likes the studying again.
I am not sure what learning style this would fall under, but I can learn just about anything if I read it and take notes. Just reading is no good. But, if I write it down, it sticks. So, I am filling a notebook with all the knowledge I need and working to become the best photographer I can possibly be in my own nerdy little way.
Think of me most nights this month as I sit reading this book, scribbling notes with my favorite pen. (And kinda liking it.)
And just in case the Trapper Keeper didn’t reveal my age, I am so thankful that my days in Art School were still film. A portion of the exam covers developing and printing from film and if I hadn’t done it I don’t think I’d ever be able to remember all the steps! I am working through the film chapters now (and, as you can see, taking pages of notes) but thankfully it is all coming back.
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I think liking nerdy things goes with being a photographer! I am the exact same way and develop these complex ways of keeping things organized.
I’m so glad to hear it! We nerds need to stick together. 😉
That is a hoot! And yes.. I fondly remember my trapper keeper and yes, you’ve revealed your age.. at least you didn’t gush on about your Shawn Cassidy folders with matching poster. 🙂
I get a rush going to Office Max; it’s rare to find others that share my insane love for office supplies. I’m a bit irked that I can’t find glitter gel pens for adults, instead I have to steal my daughter’s hello kitty pens.. can’t get enough of that glittery orange as it glides across the page.
Good luck with the CPP!
Petra
http://kansascityportraitphotography.com
I am glad to hear that I am not alone. We should form an office supply fan club!
Amy I am exactly the same way when it comes to learning/studying!
I bet you study with a navy blue pen though! 😉
I LOVED my Trapper Keeper!
Good luck on the exam! 🙂
Very cool about the CPP program. Total nerd on the Trapper Keeper.