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Without a camera as my shield to life, I don't seem to have the same vibe. Photography is much better than any medication or professional help/therapy I have ever had. Below is how I got my passion for photography. I am Autistic you see, so am quite shy in unfamiliar situations, especially social. When I take a photograph, even in a huge crowd of unknown people, I feel alive and my sole bursts with joy. I am only me when I am behind the camera. I am free to be who I am. As I write this it is October, my Mum sadly passed away 5 months ago (approx.). I am now realising just how important my camera is to my life. Mum's spirit has pushed me to be confident. Pre COVID I tried to start bespoke dog photography sessions but had to stop due to my health and COVID restrictions. I am so glad I have managed to find my new love of mobile phone photography as I am using my camera more and more each day. Trying to get back after the set back COVID brought. Showing my Mum's strength of character in every step I take as I gain more and more confidence and get over the set backs. I can do normal things and find new and exciting things to photograph. Every triumph I make or have, is for her. So, one day, I hope to try again and do sog sessions. My camera successes are now me overcoming not only the PTSD I now have due to Mum's passing, but my other issues like my mental health in life. I make them with my Mum's care and guidance by my heart. My camera will make me independent and confident. I know it will. Be it a mobile phone or more normal camera. And I know this as its what the strength of my Mum's spirit inside me holds. WOW!