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