I’m back again, writing a journal about my life experiences. Life has been really hard for me lately. I’ve also returned to the photography industry—I’ve set up a small home photo studio to get started. For experimental purposes, I didn’t invest in a super expensive setup; I’m just using a basic standard lighting setup. Instead of strobes or flashes, I purchased continuous lights since this kind of lighting is easier to use.

I really enjoy photography as a hobby, but turning it into a business or a source of income is a completely different story. Fortunately, since I offer the most affordable rates in town, I’ve been getting regular bookings every week. As always, I love black and white photography—it holds a special place in my heart. However, I know I also need to learn studio photography. The learning curve has been manageable, especially since I’m using continuous lighting.

photography by @gohenry | shot with canon eos r8 with 35mm 1.8 lens
As I mentioned before, I recently purchased a Canon R8 with a 35mm f/1.8 lens as a starter kit for my business. I don’t need expensive gear right now, but I know that one day, I’ll be able to afford it too.

Photography helps me appreciate every moment of my life and avoid unnecessary drama. Life is quite challenging for me right now, full of ups and downs, but I need to keep moving forward—for the sake of my kids and our future.

It’s been a long time since my last journal entry. Sometimes I go back and read what I’ve written here, and it feels so fulfilling to see how much I’ve grown and the challenges I’ve overcome.