Some of you know what I am up to, most of you dont. As part of my goals for this new year, (which I have kept so far), I thought I would just open this up and tell you all about the little adventure I am on. I imagine many of you will think I am crazy, but I want to open up more on here and not have fewer and fewer filters between myself and you.
This duffle bag on the floor contains ALL of my clothing and toiletries, about 10 complete changes and 4 sets of workout clothes, including one pair of dress shoes and one pair of workout shoes. The duffle bag isnt even completely full. I have one back pack that has my camera gear and computer. This is really all I need to be happy and travel anywhere in the world.
I also have 3 production bags that include light sets, more cameras, hard drives and other equipment all of which fits into my Toyota Prius. Much of this equipment will be liquidated as I am going to the Canon 5D II for video production.
I currently have no permanent residence, and any other belongings I have, which isnt a while lot (besides the H1) is in permanent storage in Alabama. In fact, I havent had my own place for the last YEAR. I have either been in hotels (like I am now) or visiting friends.
So, this is what I am up to….by taking these measures, I am completely free to travel anytime, any where in the world. Am I still booking weddings? Yes. Am I still making videos? Yep. Thats the beauty, both of these do not require me to live in a specific location.
Today I checked into a Hotel and rented it for one week. Over this period of a week, I will got into lock down and attempt to completely script my next video project (which is the Canon Speedlite Crash Course for those of you who are interested). If I finish by the end of the week, I will move to a new location and do the shoot.
Crazy? Maybe…but I LOVE IT. If I enjoy it as much as I think, I plan to visit all 50 United States this year, all the while doing weddings and making Crash Course Videos.
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I will be the first to sign up for the Speedlite Course, is it for the 580 EX II? Just so you know, I did the same thing last week to complete a website for a local organization!
I also looked into purchasing a Keystone Passport Travel Trailer, to travel and take photos! Doesn’t sound strange at all. I am glad to hear there are others who can leave it all behind.
You might as well take advantage of your freedom to travel and take photos. Not having anybody to tie you down is probably pretty nice at times.
You should let people know which states you are traveling to. Meet and greets or a photo walk would be great. the locals can show you some interesting photography hotspots. If nothing else, I’d love to buy you a beer.
I am so glad to hear about he speedlite video! I got one for Christmas and I need a MA video to go with it!
Good luck with your adventure! Let us know if you ever come to Oregon!
So where are you now? Where to next? Maybe you can tell us where you are so use a website to map where you are and where you’ve been.
thats awesome! I have a friend who lives out of his truck… all his gear on the floor if the bed with a few pieces of ply wood for his bed to be above! all he does is drive through the rockies and climb!Both of you are insperations! I was like that 3-4 yra ago, I was a flight Attendant for 5 yrs but when i got married and had addy I had to stay put! (I’m starting to get antsie) if your ever in southern AL, (fort rucker) let us know… you would be more then welcome to stay here…
Your always welcome to stay with us in Dallas and there are always lots of weddings to shoot here!
Wow! How frightening and exciting at the same time!
Give me a shout when you hit Connecticut.
Good luck M, be sure to hit me up when you get to NY!
I don’t have a Canon. Will I be able to apply the info that will be on the DVD to any flash? Im looking into getting the fl-36 for my Olympus. Though some of the options may be different, are the techniques and methods the same?
Wow, Michael, no you aren’t crazy! Your new adventure sounds awesome! Most of us wish we could do something like that. Good Luck! If you are in the Minneapolis area, you are welcome to crash here with us. I will be looking forward to the new Canon Speedlite video and all of your posts from around the states!
Good for you! If you ever desire a great photo op overseas with the foundation, you know where to find me.
I don’t think you are crazy @ alll kinda jealous actually! This is once in a life time. Have fun and good luck. If you are ever in NH hit me up!
If you’re ever coming to Alberta Canada feel free to contact us!!
Just got your photoshop dvd and am in awe…. AMAZING!!
I’d love to have you do a shoot with my family if you make it South Carolina!
Michael, you could really live rent free for a year…."will swap photo shoot for room, board and local tours". LOL 😉 Seriously, it sounds exciting…like a dream come true for you! Congrats!!! If you pass thru Tn. you’re welcome here as well!
If you ever want some TEXAS HILL COUNTRY I am also open to trade some free room and boarding for some photography training from the Great Michael. I am about 30 min. west of Austin in a slice of heaven on earth (Wimberley).
wow…Ive never had so many offers from random strangers to come live with them. Ive even gotten a few emails inviting me. I may have to take you all up on these! 🙂 That would be fun!
Hey Michael! I think it’s incredible what you’re doing! Next time you’re back in Bama, let me know. I’d love to have you do some shots of us. I’d like to be in a picture for a change!
impressive!! i like traveling light myself, while on the move and in life, the kids are what start to weight you down :)!!!
What an awesome adventure! I envy your freedom. We’re in WI, which is amazingly beautiful country to shoot. Come stay with us if you would like. I promise my three boys won’t break many of your cameras! Hope all’s well!
Wow…what an exciting life! You should head over to Australia sometime…some great photo ops…and a spare room if you need somewhere to crash! 🙂