Do Extraordinary Things
This morning was an almost surreal scene of clouds and color. The most intensity was at the ends, at the extremes. This is often the case, at sunrise and in life. You constantly have to make decisions where you want to be along this spectrum. You have to decide which degree of intensity is right for you. How far from the middle point of mediocrity you can handle. The risk is in proportion to the reward.
Soft glow on a hazy morning. What a start to the weekend.
It appeared to be a completely clear morning at first, but when I got up to the waterfront I discovered a cluster of glowing pink clouds set back from the city skyline. The only way to get it all in one shot was with a panoramic.
I’ve spoken many times a about the importance of paying attention to details, but today’s experience reminded me that it is also important to know when to take a wider view and see the big picture.
This looked like a good spot to sit and watch the sunrise this morning and reflect on everything I learned from Gary Vaynerchuk last night. Gary has been one of my biggest sources of inspiration throughout my sunrise photography project. Last night’s event gave me an extra boost that I needed to understand how he turned his wine tasting videos into something much greater. One of the most important things he talked about what focusing on what you’re good at, and being honest with yourself. Think about your strengths and run with them. What can you do better than anyone else? How can you use your biggest strengths to provide value to the world? Always think about what you can give, not what you want to receive.
I hope you have found my photography valuable not only for enjoyment but also to help inspire you to do extraordinary things in your life. What is it you are good at, and how can you use that to do amazing things? Make it happen.
You create each day of your life. This morning’s sky was a blank canvas that reminded me that anything is possible. What will you create today?