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     It’s a few days into the first week of school, another mediocre day. It’s sixth hour and everyone is antsy to get home. Keana is presented with the question ‘Would you ever consider photography as a career?’ She has been asked this question only because she has just showed a profound interest in the subject. When the 14-year-old opened her mouth to answer, she hesitated. “Well… I don’t know.” She spoke and then a few moments later continued to elaborate. She described it specifically as a hobby, but it seemed like more than that to her. “It’s very fun for me, I don’t have an exact reason, but I love nature and taking pictures gives me a better memory.” This seemed perfect for Keana because she’s infatuated by the color blue. By showing an interest in nature, she can photograph the sky as much as she pleases. She was then asked why she wouldn’t pursue the hobby as a career, was it because she didn’t believe she had the right talent? “It’s not that I’m not talented enough. I know there are other things that I’m even better at than photography.” Even though Keana shows a deep interest in photography she seems to have a set and positive mind that she’ll be able to find another career path that she believes will accentuate her other talents even more. “Photography is more a hobby right now.”