Marc Harmon Photography

Credit Where Credit is Due

I rarely blog about my personal feelings in this blog, but maybe I should do it more often. After all, this isn't just a place to show off my latest work, but to let current or potential clients get to know me better. So here it goes. I often receive many compliments from my clients/friends about the job I did for them. I am always so humbled, and sometimes embarrassed, when I receive their rave reviews. Don't get me wrong, I love the love. Sometimes, it's what I need to keep going when I am having a bad day or feeling like I'm not as good as the other guy (hey, I'm an artist...what can I say). But it occurred to me recently, that I never give credit where credit is due. This may sound strange to some, and like something an athlete may say in his ecstasy moment after winning a game, but...I give all the credit to God. Now hear me out (or read, in this case). I truly believe that everything good that I have, rather talents and abilities, a business I enjoy, a wonderful and beautiful wife, friends and family, are gifts from God. There is nothing in me, by myself, that is good. Sure, I have done my part to learn the art of photography, and I have learned how to run a business. But who has given me the ability to learn and the opportunity to run a business? Not me. So with that, I will end by saying, "It's not me who does it, but Christ living in me." A strange concept? I think so.

Trip to Costa Rica

  My wife and I just celebrated our two-year wedding anniversary in Costa Rica, where we stayed at the Arenal Nayara Hotel, just north of La Fortuna, with a view of the country's famous Arenal Volcano. During our five-night stay, we visited hot springs, repelled down waterfalls, and went white water rafting. I recommend this trip to anyone wanting to get out and explore or just relax.  We did both.  Also a definite recommendation for a honeymoon.