Jamie Hammond, my wonderful assistant of 2 1/2 years, is relocating to northern California. Her husband got a great job up there and I'm excited for her but very depressed for me. I just got the final word today (I was previously in denial about the possibility) and they're out of here next week. So everything is happening pretty fast and I don't have nearly the time I need to adjust to the idea.
I found Jamie through a community college photography class in Sept. of 2005 when she knew next to nothing about photography but was eager to learn. I interviewed her over lunch and just felt like things would work. The qualities I look for in an employee that are far more valuable to me than experience or talent are great character, a teachable spirit, and loyalty. If these qualities are there, the rest can be taught. Since then, Jamie has 2nd shot the majority of my weddings with me and does the bulk of my color correction and editing work. She has a great sarcastic humor, an adorable family (with #3 on the way!), has grown to be an amazing photographer, and has been a joy to be around. I consider her a friend and she will be greatly missed!
I found Jamie through a community college photography class in Sept. of 2005 when she knew next to nothing about photography but was eager to learn. I interviewed her over lunch and just felt like things would work. The qualities I look for in an employee that are far more valuable to me than experience or talent are great character, a teachable spirit, and loyalty. If these qualities are there, the rest can be taught. Since then, Jamie has 2nd shot the majority of my weddings with me and does the bulk of my color correction and editing work. She has a great sarcastic humor, an adorable family (with #3 on the way!), has grown to be an amazing photographer, and has been a joy to be around. I consider her a friend and she will be greatly missed!
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