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title: "Training a New Generation"
url: "https://www.whcc.com/inspiration/lisa-thompson-2025-interview/"
description: "Hear how Darren and Lisa Thompson’s son joined the family business, carving his own path in photography and gaining recognition in competitions."
updated: "2025-07-17T13:26:43-05:00"
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# Training a New Generation

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Hear how Darren and Lisa Thompson’s son joined the family business, carving his own path in photography and gaining recognition in competitions.

Published on February 22, 2025

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Hear how Darren and Lisa's son is following in their footsteps, and how they’re guiding him to develop his unique style. They discuss the importance of training the next generation of photographers, not just in technique, but in setting them up for long-term success and nurturing their passion for creativity.

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