I attribute most of my successes as a photographer to photo-sharing on Instagram. It was Instagram that inspired me to begin taking photos and share them with like-minded individuals while I was living in Paris. Instagram helped me grow as a photographer and inspired me to want to take better photos. When I look back to my earlier pictures I have to laugh at the images I posted and the ridiculous way I chose to edit them. Many are overly saturated, processed with multiple filter overlays and covered in highly unrealistic effects. I have often thought about going back and deleting my earlier photos due to embarrassment. However, I always opt not to, so I can look back to see how far I have come since my first Instagram post roughly two years ago.
It was through this growing process that just over a year ago, I purchased my first DSLR with the intention of learning how to correctly use it. Unlike other of my past cameras, where I shot solely in automatic.
It was through Instagram where I have met many fantastic photographers from Toronto. Some with similar interests and others that have inspired me to try and explore new genres. My fellow local Instagramers have taught me new photography skills and been supportive since we have become acquainted.
I have continued to use Instagram as a photo sharing outlet as well as expanded to other social networking sites. I owe my successes such as writing for iILP, showcasing my works at exhibitions, having my work published and selling my images to photography enthusiasts whom wish to hang my photos on their walls all to Instagram.
Here are my top 10 favorite Instagramers in no particular order:
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