Oh Snap! Bri Edition

 

Hey Bri! Thanks for being with us today.

Okay, let's get started:

How did you get started into photography? And how old were you?
I was 12 years old when I first became interested in photography. A
friend of mine was doing a school project on a certain type of flower
and was required to take pictures for the project. I was fascinated
and began “playing around” with my Dad’s camera. It all went down hill
from there :P

What was your very first camera?

KODAK EASYSHARE CX4230 Zoom Digital Camera

Who or what inspired you to take up this hobby?

My parents were definitely my biggest supporters. They have given me
most of my equipment over the years. My Dad also really loves
photography so I was exposed to it for as long as I can remember. I
would say God inspired me, but He used my parents (particularly my
Dad) to make it become a reality.

What kind of equipment are you using right now?( camera,flashes,lens,etc.)

I use a Canon 50D with four lenses: (1) 50mm 1.4  (2) 30mm 1.4  (3)
100mm 1.8  (4) 17-55mm 2.8
I also use the LumoPro LP120 Manual Flash. I use my Dad’s Canon T2i as
a back-up if I’m doing a wedding and have an assistant.

Are you self-taught, or have you had classes?

Both. I have taken a few online classes as well as interning with some
local wedding photographers, but the majority of my knowledge comes
from online research and real-life experience.

What is your favorite subject to shoot? (landscapes, profiles,
artistic shots, candid moments,etc)

In general, I enjoy taking landscape or macro shots the most, although
I also thoroughly enjoy doing portrait sessions and weddings in
particular. It usually depends on what mood I’m in. ;)

Do you have any professional experience?

I have worked as an assistant photographer with a local wedding
photography business. I have also recently started my own freelance
business and have photographed numerous family and engagement sessions
as well as a few weddings.

What is your method for getting new tips, techniques, or new information?

I’m constantly browsing articles and photographers’ blogs to learn more.

Do you, or have you sold your work?

To private clients, yes.

Show me one of your favorite shots you've taken. (I know it's a tough
question.....)

Very tough!! I don't think I've even thought about it before. I always
have a new "favorite" after every photo shoot. "

I visited London this past summer and snapped this shot of some street performers right across from London Bridge. As a musician, I love the contrast between the performers and the motion blur of the passing onlookers who are too busy to stop to listen.

Which of these would you label the photographer side of yourself as:
Passionate, a wanna-be,
obsessed, artistic, avid, a newbie, a photo-holic, or a die-hard?

Passionate and artistic. It is definitely a side job/hobby at this point, but I would love to spend more time photographing once I
graduate.

For how many years have you been interested in this sphere of art?

For as long as I can remember.

Now for the big question: is it Canon or Nikon? (or neither :P)  ;)

In my experience…Canon!  Can’t say that I’ve had extensive experience
with Nikon though, so I’m open-minded. ;)

And the last one.....

Why do you love photography, and what is your purpose for doing it? :)

I love photographing engagement sessions and weddings because I love capturing all the joyful and special moments that mean the world to that couple.

I love photographing family portraits because it’s always fun to see how family members interact, especially the young kids!

I love photographing God’s creation because it gives me a sense of awe at His greatness. I love capturing a small part of the beauty that He’s given us and displaying it in a way that brings others to marvel at His beauty. Soli Deo Gloria. 


Thanks so much for doing this interview Bri! :) It was a lot of fun for me, and I hope you had fun doing it, too. 

You can learn more about Bri and look at a lot of her wonderful photography on her blog, Heavenly Things Photography. :)