Back in from a brisk, cold walk around the icy block, underneath the snow-crusted bridge, along railroad tracks…alone with my thoughts.
Listening to my favorite tunes from a generic $20 MP3 player. All I really need.
Much to think about during these heavy times, thanks to give, aid to share, and lots of personal priorities to address; one being seriously learning Swedish.
Currently working on many big projects, including putting together the MatadorU Photography curriculum with fellow writer and photographer, Paul Sullivan, and a slew of amazing guest photographers whose work I greatly admire. As I’ve been working on the project, I’ve been learning a lot as well. Tons of ah-a! moments when elements that I’ve understood separately for so long finally came together, showing me how they truly work together.
Also, working on an article that I’m excited about, and need to turn in a draft for within the next few days.
Tenative 6-month Outlook
Tentative because God may have other plans and His plans win.
February will find me in London for the Travellers’ Tales festival. In March, I plan on moderating a panel at the WDLS conference in Vienna, while the latter part of March may find me working with one of my favorite shows in Nigeria. April takes me to Istanbul to cover the International Destination Expo. The hubby and I may head somewhere intimate in May, and June will bring me to New York for TBEX.
And the rest of the year?
More travel in the forecast mostly along the realm of photojournalism work for nonprofits in Africa and Asia. Assignments and travel detours sprinkled in between.
Ideas to pitch, queries to follow up on, opportunities to consider.
The walk was invigorating, cleansing my mind, clearing a few things up. I need to take more winter walks.
New photography accolades have been added to the notables page, and new articles/photo essays posted under Guardian UK and Matador Network.
Comments (15)
I think winter walks are just about the best thing in the world. The cold is absolutely invigorating to both the mind and body.
Your year sounds fabulous so far, but I had no doubts it would…
Sounds like a great year you’ve got coming, Lola! Good luck with the Swedish.
Yay for TBEX! Can’t wait to meet you
I’m also a big fan of walks to clear the mind. Sounds like a fantastic few months ahead of you! Look forward to hearing more…
@Christine – Thanks so much. Wishing you the very best this year as well
@Eva – Definitely need to put Swedish on the front burner!
@Abbie – Me too! Can’t wait to meet you in person as well
@Audrey – You guys are a well of inspiration and I know 2010 will bring many more big things for you and Daniel.
Stoked for the photographer’s course…maybe it’ll give the push to pick it up myself, hmm? See ya in NYC!
Looks like a decent schedule for this half year! I use walks in the cold for clearing the body and the mind
I’ll be in sweden for midsummer. Maybe I’ll see you then? If not, I’ll see you at TBEX!
@Candice – TBEX for sure!
@AdventureRob – Indeed. Nothing like biting cold to keep one alert.
@NomadicMatt – I’ll be here so definitely let me know when you’re in town!
Whew! You virgos always have tight schedules planned! I don’t know if I’ll be at TBEX this year but if I am, I will be on the look out for you.
Hmm, I really want to hop on the TBEX bandwagon! It would be so awesome to meet everyone.
@Fly Girl – Haha. So true. Hope you make it to TBEX. Can’t wait to give you a huge hug in person!
@Ekua – If you can, definitely sign up. Many travel writers/photographers/bloggers in our community would be there, making it an excellent opportunity to network.
Good luck with your Swedish and everything else! Sounds like you have lots of great things to look forward to this year.
Tack Erica!