Dee Potter on City TV

. . . Dee: . . It was always a dream of mine to reach the World Photographic Cup and to become a member of Team Canada. So, I put both feet into that passion just a few years ago, and suddenly, here I am. . . I picked up my first professional camera just a few years ago, learned it, doubled down, trained, studied, got a mentor, and competed.
Meredith:  . . How do you decide what to focus on through that lens?
Dee: The most important part of photography is the subject. Especially at a competitive level, you need to wow the judges right away. You want to have a very pronounced subject—something they haven’t necessarily seen or haven’t seen in the way you’ve presented it . . .
Meredith: Let’s talk about the World Photographic Cup and what it means to you to be a part of Team Canada. You’re rocking the team colors here! What is it for people who might not know?
Dee: The World Photographic Cup is the only Olympic-style international competition where countries are invited to submit images. . . This year, I was honored to represent two categories—both commercial and nature landscape. Now, the World Photographic Cup judges have ruled, and my nature landscape photo is a Top 10 finalist, in line for the gold medal.
Meredith: Oh my gosh! So, you’re one step closer to the gold! . . . We’re very proud of you . . . If people are watching at home right now and thinking, “I want to do what you’re doing. I want to get into photography,” what should they pursue first?
Dee: First and foremost, get yourself some good training. . .
Meredith: Dee, it’s an incredible story of success. You’re nine people away from that gold medal. This is so exciting!