I read an interesting article recently about having passion for what you do. It said:
“Everything is meaningless unless you love what you do, both in the sanctuary of school and out in the real world. Life is too short to spend years acquiring skills for a career you aren’t completely passionate about. So if you woke up this morning and didn’t feel excited about what you are striving towards, then change something. Change your attitude, change your environment, change your profession, or change your direction. You deserve to wake up every day with enthusiasm.”
For those looking for inspiration, I suggest writing that down. Read it each morning before you begin your day. It will undoubtedly remind you of what you should be doing with your life.
Ever since I began shooting only beauty, my passion for photography has increased tenfold. I enjoy the process of making someone’s face look amazing. In a way, I find it therapeutic.
Before, I was trying to shoot everything, trying to be good at it all. I attempted to shoot weddings. I quickly became tired of it. I loathed looking at wedding pictures. I tried glamour. That was okay but not artistic enough. I tried fashion. I found it to be too subjective, full of politics, and expensive. Those things I lacked the passion for.
Part of picking a profession is being honest with yourself. Before you pick a career ask yourself, “Am I good at this?” and “Am I passionate about it?” If you can answer yes to both questions, you’re on the right track.
Now go! Find something your passionate about and do it! You should start everyday like Homer Simpson! WOOHOO!!!
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Inspiration doesn’t always have to come from photography to motivate you to work on a new project. I always suggest taking some time off, if you’re able, and enjoying things other than photography. When I need a good laugh while at home, on a flight, or on set, I always watch my favorite episodes of Strong Bad Emails. For those of you unfamiliar with Strong Bad, please visit:
There’s so much I could talk about for inspiration, but it would be so unfair to not talk about a HUGE source of my inspiration. What is this source I speak of? 
Ah, how I love chatting with my fellow photographers! It’s always borderline productive, borderline argument inducing. We both usually have very opposite views of the photo industry and what is achievable.