Hi there! I’m fairly new to photography and wanted to share some recent photos. Can’t wait to learn from this group ☺️ Photos taken with a DSC-H300

Been spending more time turning the camera around on myself lately… and honestly, it’s been one of the hardest and most rewarding things I’ve done. Self portraits hit different. There’s no hiding, no distractions—just you, your thoughts, your mood, and whatever you’re carrying that day. This one right here feels heavy, but real. And I’ve learned that’s where the growth lives… in the real. It’s crazy to think how far I’ve come since I first picked up a camera. From not knowing anything, to now being able to create something that actually reflects how I feel in the moment. Over 90,000 photos later, and I’m still learning every single day… still chasing something deeper. Photography has become more than just taking pictures for me—it’s therapy, it’s expression, it’s how I process life when words don’t come easy. This is me. No filters on the emotion… just light, shadow, and truth. And I’m proud of how far I’ve come. 🖤

So you know what I want to build here, I thought I would introduce myself and get things started! Most importantly, I love photography! I am here to share that with all of you! Every Friday at Noon eastern (this time may change, and you will be updated) I will go live, and you are able to join me while I edit or hang out and talk photography. During that time, I will keep an eye on the comments and answer photo questions. I hope to see some of you there!

Let's get to know each other! Comment below sharing your favorite movie, book, or travel destination! (and bonus points if you have made and share a photo based on this favorite!!)

Hey! I’m Tamea, I am a working photographer and your guide here at LightWriters.This space is all about helping photographers of all levels grow their skills, share their work, and fall in love with the creative process of photography and capturing light. Whether you just unboxed your first camera or you’ve been shooting for years, this is a place to: - Learn new techniques (in plain language)💬 - Connect with other photo lovers🌍 - Explore creative challenges and themed shoots🎓 - Join classes designed to help you go from auto mode to full creative control - Free resources and photography discussions We’ll soon be adding: - A paid learning path for those who want a deeper dive (coming soon!) - Limited 1-on-1 coaching for personalized guidance If you’re here early — welcome! You’re part of the founding group that will help shape this community. Feel free to introduce yourself in the comments: tell us where you’re from and what kind of photography excites you most! Let’s write with light. 💡📷 — Tamea