I pretty much hate everything: No longer unemployed

So, um, apparently I'm a photographer now. I thought it was pretty cool when a couple of my pictures were featured in the Style Section of The New York Times, the German magazine Max, and several websites, but then I was chosen to be a part of Nikon's new national ad campaign for their new camera, the D80:

I can not even begin to describe what an honor this is.

Starting tomorrow (October 4th) one of my photographs will also be featured on their website. * I just found out that it might be a couple of more days before my picture is on the website.

I've also been doing some head shot/portrait type stuff, including pictures for Heather.

It is so wonderful to be recognized for something that you are so passionate about.

*Update- If you are interested in seeing the ad in person, here is a list of the magazines it is running in:

Shutterbug
Outdoor Photographer
Pc Photo
Popular Photography
Demystifiying Digital
Popular Science
PC World
MacWorld
Family Fun
Parents
T&L Family
National Geographic
National Geographic Adventurer
National Geographic Traveler
Outside
Travel & Leisure
Newsweek
Time
US News & World Report
People

Comments

Way to go!!!

Posted by: Duchess | October 3, 2006 01:52 PM

That is so freaking awesome!
You totally deserve it...your pictures are incredible.
Enjoy!

Posted by: Sarah | October 3, 2006 02:00 PM

Oooh, congrats, Torrie! That's awesome!

Posted by: LadyBug | October 3, 2006 02:11 PM

WOW, congrats!

Haven't been around in a while, plus I've changed my name since Dooce days, but I saw your comment on Greenie's Flickr site. Figured I would drop by again.

Congrats on the pregnancy as well. Thinking happy thoughts for you.

Posted by: Hemlock | October 3, 2006 02:27 PM

Wow! Did they actually GIVE you that camera? Or just to borrow? That's so cool! I'll definitely go check out your pic on their site too!

Posted by: Lazy Lightning | October 3, 2006 02:39 PM

I've said it before and I'll say it again, you inspired me to start taking pictures, and I'm so proud of you now!!!

Posted by: Fuzzball | October 3, 2006 03:25 PM

Your chin has never looked finer.

Posted by: G | October 3, 2006 05:01 PM

Fantastic news, Torrie! You deserve it, you really do.

Congratulations also on your wonderful news to both you and Mr Torrie. I've been checking in every day with bated breath and I'm thrilled for you.

Thanks so much for stopping by my blog earlier. It's been lovely to see all my favourite people there.

Posted by: Platypus | October 3, 2006 05:44 PM

So, let's review: you got pregnant, and you've found gainful emplyment doing something you're passionate about.

How do you like your 30's so far ...?

Posted by: Nilbo | October 3, 2006 07:15 PM

I think you might have forgotten about Hustler.

Posted by: G | October 3, 2006 11:03 PM

This is awesome! Let us know what you think of the camera, I'm in the market for a new one! And maybe I'll commission you for a portrait or two... yay!

Posted by: Stephanie | October 3, 2006 11:57 PM

That is SO cool! Good for you. I actually subscribe to two of those magazines. I'll show everyone and BRAG that I know you :)

Posted by: Susie | October 4, 2006 01:07 AM

That is amazing. I am gonna grab one of those mags for sure. Congrats!!!!

Posted by: southernfriedgirl | October 4, 2006 09:28 AM

congratulations, you go girl

Posted by: VVV | October 4, 2006 02:04 PM

Okay, I'm parroting Lazy Lightning, I guess, 'cause I was wondering the same thing. The Nikon site says, "We gave them a Nikon D80..." Did Nikon GIVE you your camera?

(The obvious follow-up question would be...How can I get in on THAT action?!? Hee.)

Posted by: LadyBug | October 4, 2006 02:47 PM

Thank you everyone.

To answer Lazy Lightning and LadyBug's question- yes they GAVE me the camera (and the amazing lens). This whole thing has been an awesome experience.

Nilbo- You are right. As I was hoping, my 30's seem to be going well.

G- I told you never to talk about those pictures!

Posted by: Torrie | October 4, 2006 03:07 PM

Ye-haw, that's awesome, Torrie!!! :-D

One of the guys who comes to the NYC flickr meets got one too and when he was telling me about it I was all "oh yeah, sure, they just gave you the camera..." Heh.

Being 30 totally rules.

Posted by: Lasadh | October 4, 2006 04:32 PM

Man, don't you know that there are some seriously jealous people out there? I giggle thinking of them. Tee hee

Suck it, less-talented folks!

Damn I'm evil.

Posted by: Fuzzball | October 4, 2006 05:30 PM

i saw the ad at the grocery store today in Newsweek! And I was just flipping! Congrats Torie that's super cool.

Posted by: janasayqua | October 4, 2006 06:43 PM

You so rock. What a great gig.

Posted by: Von Krankipantzen | October 4, 2006 09:19 PM

Saw it in MacWorld last night as I drifted off to sleep.

Posted by: New Blue Shoe | October 5, 2006 10:10 AM