Well that is absolute horseshit. I hearted this to support your work on the piece, but what that woman did to you makes my blood boil. I’m not sure what is worse, the level of disrespect or the offhand delivery. There is something so very wrong with this world when people are treated as disposable - as products rather than human beings. I’m so sorry this happened. I wish I had some comfort or hope to offer, but at the moment all I have is my outrage.
Thanks Jamie. It kind of knocked me a bit for six at the time (Cricket metaphor!), but I got over it just about. It made me realise that my working life is pretty fragile in that it's not just about skill-set. I'm currently trying to come up with a way of developing a side-income online just in case the ageism in this city really starts to bite
I think older people with skills and experience should be the MOST sought after. And I’m not just saying that because I AM an “older person.” It only stands to reason - the longer you’ve done something, the better you get … you know how your tools work so you know how to get the most out of them AND how to break the rules to good effect. Pardon my French, but fuck optics.
I agree with you. Unfortunately, I find it hard to convince younger customers of this. I don’t know if it’s the industry I’m working in or just the city. But there is a clear, “Hey, you’re older than I expected” that comes up far too much for my liking. I’m hoping that the agent I wrote about was just a one off, but it’s hard to tell. At least she was up front about it. Others might just be voting with their feet in silence. It certainly was a heads up to me about the industry.
What a dreadful way to be treated by someone you’ve undoubtedly bent over backward to accommodate with your services. I hope that the grace with which you’ve written about it will be part of what brings you better work to come. Xx
Jon you are not disposable. And I can’t imagine this person in a service industry. I feel like your use of light, your perspective, and the moments you capture are so unique and special. You are not disposable.
Thanks Carole. The whole thing kind of unnerved me at the time for quite a while but it’s kept me going to the gym! But I’m also beginning to think that I have to find new ways to stay relelvant and find micro-income streams. 13 years to go til pension age and I want to stay in photography.
Well, you certainly should, as you have the eye for it, and experience still counts. I’m past retirement age, still looking at pictures (radiology) and cranking out the work. Keep it up at the gym, and widen your scope. Other realtors out there may be more perceptive when they see your work, and other businesses would also appreciate it.
Thank. I appreciate you taking the time to say that. Thankfully, I do quite a lot of commercial work photographing and filming for the construction industry. It doesn't attract the "cool kids" quite as much, and I love the challenge of clambering up and down buildings, filming in the dark and trying to make myself understood through protective gear. Have a great weekend.
Well that is absolute horseshit. I hearted this to support your work on the piece, but what that woman did to you makes my blood boil. I’m not sure what is worse, the level of disrespect or the offhand delivery. There is something so very wrong with this world when people are treated as disposable - as products rather than human beings. I’m so sorry this happened. I wish I had some comfort or hope to offer, but at the moment all I have is my outrage.
Thanks Jamie. It kind of knocked me a bit for six at the time (Cricket metaphor!), but I got over it just about. It made me realise that my working life is pretty fragile in that it's not just about skill-set. I'm currently trying to come up with a way of developing a side-income online just in case the ageism in this city really starts to bite
I think older people with skills and experience should be the MOST sought after. And I’m not just saying that because I AM an “older person.” It only stands to reason - the longer you’ve done something, the better you get … you know how your tools work so you know how to get the most out of them AND how to break the rules to good effect. Pardon my French, but fuck optics.
I agree with you. Unfortunately, I find it hard to convince younger customers of this. I don’t know if it’s the industry I’m working in or just the city. But there is a clear, “Hey, you’re older than I expected” that comes up far too much for my liking. I’m hoping that the agent I wrote about was just a one off, but it’s hard to tell. At least she was up front about it. Others might just be voting with their feet in silence. It certainly was a heads up to me about the industry.
What a dreadful way to be treated by someone you’ve undoubtedly bent over backward to accommodate with your services. I hope that the grace with which you’ve written about it will be part of what brings you better work to come. Xx
Jon you are not disposable. And I can’t imagine this person in a service industry. I feel like your use of light, your perspective, and the moments you capture are so unique and special. You are not disposable.
I think a lot of it is just ageism, unfortunately. But thanks for your support and encouragement. I so appreciate it. 😍
Some people are horrible. Your pictures are great!
Thanks Carole. The whole thing kind of unnerved me at the time for quite a while but it’s kept me going to the gym! But I’m also beginning to think that I have to find new ways to stay relelvant and find micro-income streams. 13 years to go til pension age and I want to stay in photography.
Well, you certainly should, as you have the eye for it, and experience still counts. I’m past retirement age, still looking at pictures (radiology) and cranking out the work. Keep it up at the gym, and widen your scope. Other realtors out there may be more perceptive when they see your work, and other businesses would also appreciate it.
Thank. I appreciate you taking the time to say that. Thankfully, I do quite a lot of commercial work photographing and filming for the construction industry. It doesn't attract the "cool kids" quite as much, and I love the challenge of clambering up and down buildings, filming in the dark and trying to make myself understood through protective gear. Have a great weekend.
You, too, Jon! Be careful!😊