I like to write. In fact I like it a lot. I think I have 7 “drafts” that I’ve started for this blog that may or may not ever get published. My PTSD largely manifests by my social isolation ( I just don’t like being in public like I used to). So I don’t get to talk to people anymore like I used to do. But now I have a format to write about my thoughts/ideas/dreams and it doesn’t matter really that I know that they will be largely ignored and go unnoticed.
But as much as I like to write, it turns out I find TEXT boring. I’d much rather be able to add video, pictures, graphics to help amplify what I’m trying to say. There is a good reason that “a picture is worth a thousand words.” There is much more that can be expressed through pictures. For example, there is no sarcasm font. Other than perhaps using bold or by CAPITALIZING, it is hard to add emphasis to expressions. It is easier to use inflections of voice, right?
So I’m thinking of entering the marketplace for a good camera. Because of our potential adventure at sea it would need to be waterproof/resistant. Other than that, I don’t even know what my needs are. I don’t know photography at all and have no idea what types of functions are even available.
So for now I guess my phone will do, but I’m looking for advice. So help me out people. Not just with cameras, but how to learn about photography (without a college course – remember I don’t like people). What do I need to know before buying something? What functions are must have’s? What isn’t worth the extra price? Do I need separate video camera or are they all integrated now? What questions do I not even know enough to ask?
And GO!