Digital Photographer

GOING PRO LATER IN LIFE

As the saying goes, it’s never too late to try something new. It’s not uncommon for photography to be your hobby as you go through life while establishing a successful career in another field. But perhaps you’ve always had a nagging feeling that you could quit the day job and turn your passion for photography into an illustrious career.

There’s always a risk anytime you try something new, but taking risks can lead to rewards. The risks from turning pro later in life aren’t necessarily worse than going pro at a younger age – in many ways, it can be an advantage – but it all depends on your situation and where you are at in life.

For example, if your household relies on the regular income from your nine-to-five job, then it’s a bigger risk than if you’re

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