As a photographer, I’m sure you’ve experienced this. You’re in an unfamiliar place, perhaps photographing or just attending an event, and you meet another photographer. There’s an immediate bond and connection. The conversation flows freely. There’s a sense of camaraderie.
I’ve had an experience like this on many occasions. In several cases the connection involved the readers of my (free) Digital Darkroom Questions (DDQ) email newsletter.
At this point I probably shouldn’t be surprised at the great response I receive from DDQ readers, but I am. Surprised and impressed.
I recently mentioned in a DDQ email that I would be cycling 100 miles as part of the Tour de Cure 2009 fundraiser event for the American Diabetes Association. My goal was to raise $1,000 as part of my efforts. Less than one week later, I’ve already reached 96% of my goal, thanks in large part to DDQ readers, who are all fellow photographers.
So, thank you to all have contributed to this cause and supported me in my (long!) bike ride coming up very soon (on May 16th in the Seattle area). And thank you to photographers everywhere who have helped build a great family of photography around the world.
 
If my math is correct, you have 960 pledged.
Let me be the one to put you over the top. I’ll pledge $50 for finishing.
All the best, and thanks for all you do for the profession and obviously, for the community.
Please let me know, privately, where and when to send the check.
Nice work Tim.
It is always a good thing when we support causes like you do. As a fellow photographer I too have been donating to the National Psoriasis Foundation each year with larger prints which they in turn auction at gala events. I have chosen the NPF as it seems a less-well-known cause which can really use some help.
Anyway we can accomplish this is a step in the right direction and I applaud you and all those who took place in your Tour de Cure 2009. Congratulations.
I am pleased that you do this, Tim. As a landscape photographer whose financial resources don’t always permit me to make the donations that I would like to make to the causes that mean so much to me, I have an opportunity to contribute in other ways. So many non-profit organizations hold auctions these days, it is a simple matter to contribute framed photographs to help them raise money. It is always appreciated and can be a big help to the cause. i urge others to do the same at every opportunity.
I too applaud you, Tim, for your contributions to good causes and to helping people like myself improve their digital expertise. Keep up the good work.