How many hours per week are you practicing your photography?

7 years 5 months ago #500451 by Joslyn
I'm not talking about work, I'm referring to 'you and camera' time.  The busier I become, the more I start realizing how less and less time I can spend on 'me' time with my camera.  :(

Any of you experiencing the same?  


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7 years 5 months ago #500456 by Screamin Scott
Several hours a week. Nice to be retired.....

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7 years 5 months ago #500467 by icepics
I've been a photographer for years, and it's always been like that it seems. It just depends on what else is going on. I've always practiced but it never felt like that, I think you need to love what you're doing so it's a pleasure to get out and take pictures more than a chore.

Sharon
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7 years 5 months ago #500572 by Gene.Culley
Oh boy, good question.  On a good week, I might get out 1-2 hours for personal practice.  


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7 years 5 months ago #500574 by effron
Zero....

Why so serious?
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7 years 5 months ago #500605 by CatherineW
Some weeks it's more than others.  However there are plenty of weeks where I don't get to practice at all.   

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7 years 5 months ago #500635 by Foxy Girl
Not enough!  


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7 years 5 months ago #500646 by Hassner
I do not quite understand "practice".
When working, I get enough practice.
But taking photos for my own pleasure?
Only when I feel inspired.


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7 years 5 months ago #500657 by tristanshutterfreak
At least 30 hours per week as it is my formal job. 


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7 years 5 months ago #500786 by Fess Walker
It's been some time that I was able to spend any significant time behind the camera for personal practice.  Most time, it's all work. :( 

The closest to personal time, has been with my iPhone.  Which doesn't count!  


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7 years 5 months ago #500812 by J Photo Man
:agree:     1000%


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7 years 5 months ago #500835 by Eric A
0-1 hours per week 

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7 years 5 months ago #500912 by Pierce Steenken
When I first got started it was a night and day difference. I was able to spend literally hours each week.  These days, I'll be lucky if I can get out an hour each week that is dedicated towards 'fun' practice.  


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7 years 5 months ago #500927 by Lavender Photo
Not as often as I'd like :(


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7 years 5 months ago #500936 by Stanly
 He can be upwards of 3 to 4 depending on the week. Some weeks I don't get to practice at all. 

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