My First Speaking Engagement Sharing My Passion for Photography

Last evening I had a wonderful opportunity to speak to a crowd of residents from the Fort Greene Community and surrounding neighborhoods. I shared the slideshow presentation of images from my landscapes, people, and wildlife series. The response from the audience and outpouring of gratitude warmed my heart. Like in times past, I did have butterflies beforehand. I suppose this will always be the case when I speak to a group. It's not like this was my first speaking engagement, I have spoken in front of larger crowds before. But this was different, I spoke about a subject dear to my heart, my photography. I was able to tie my presentation into the theme of the night, "Earth and the Environment". I continue to override my fears and step out to live out the dreams within me. It is my destiny and journey. Thank you FGA (Fort Greene Association) for the opportunity.

Photo provided by Hui-Ling Hsu