You know how you know when you're doing something worthwhile?

Someone else is getting blessed.  Someone else's life is fuller, richer, and better because of your efforts.

Currently, I'm on the receiving end of this unwarranted goodness, and I feel so incredibly grateful.

A little over a month ago, I noticed that one of the photographers that I admire was part of a new initiative to promote community over competition within the photography industry, as well as among creatives as a whole.  I was immediately drawn to it, and thrilled when I saw that there was a group meeting locally in Columbus.

I met with this beautiful group of women and left feeling so encouraged.  There's so much power in growing together, encouraging each other, exchanging knowledge, and seeking to empower others to be better business owners, photographers, and artists while being transparent that we still have so much to learn.  I walked into Fox in The Snow that Tuesday not knowing a soul and left feeling like I'd met people to grow alongside.  I've already felt so blessed by the friendships that are taking shape.  

One of these friends is Mindy.  This past Saturday we got up at the crack of dawn to swap head shots, drink coffee, and nerd out a bit on the inner workings and behind the scenes that goes into making beautiful photos.

 Check out more of my friend Mindy's work over at MindyDanelle.com.