Est R. | Texas. . . . . . . . . . . . .
How did you start off in photography?
Well, it was sort of a combination of things, a gorgeous guy in the German Air Force who I met when I was 17 (He was 27) that would email me pics of his adventures, my roller-coaster emotions at that time in my life, my need to express myself in some way, and my own artsy personality. I got really interested in HIM, and also in photography. But I had loved it before that. He just gave me the boost I needed. It all ended in heartbreak, but I am thankful to him for that.
Tell us a little bit about the city/town/neighborhood you live in.
Very dry, hot when I'm not in class.
Very cold, and wet when I am in class.
Gotta love being in college in a far away state. :)
Describe yourself in five words.
Ordinary, People-Pleaser, Lover, Sunshine, Breezy
Are there any themes that you like to explore through your photography, and if so, what?
I like to explore who I am, what the world around me is, and how I can touch someone's heart who I have never met. I want people to either think or feel something when they see my work.
Are there any photographers you know in real life who've affected you?
Not really. I sort of picked it up on my own.
Have you ever eaten with chopsticks before? If so, how was your experience?I have a really close friend who used to live in Japan. She has been a great influence in this area, and I am fully capable of eating with chopsticks. Thanks, Rachel. Hee hee
Who is/are your inspiration(s) in photography?
Probably Jules, Priska Febrinia, and Wil Chow. I love their work, and they all have been huge encouragements to me.
Which is your favorite photo that you've taken? Is there a story behind it?
You know, I have several favorite photos. I am usually very dissatisfied with my own work. I am one of the worst self-critics you will ever meet. I see every flaw in everything I do.
Probably one of my favorite shots I have right now is the shot from the Hancock Building. It was the night that my boyfriend asked me to be his girlfriend and gave me a beautiful necklace. I cried. I'm such a sappy romantic. But it was such a beautiful night. After being hurt in love so many times, it just feels amazing to find the right one.
What's one random thing that happened to you today?
I burned myself while making fried chicken... Hot objects seem to gravitate towards my skin. Ouch!
If you had a day to spend with anyone alive, dead, or fictional, who would it be?Charles Dickens. I believe that he was the only person of his kind, and I just wish I could talk to him. Learn from him, and become a better writer.
What's your current music?
Still stuck on Christmas tunes. I know, I know. Hayley Westenra's new CD is amazing.
What is your favorite camera brand and why?
Canon...Because it rocks my socks. ;)
What would you like to ask our next interviewee?
What do you want your impact on the world to be?
Thanks very much for letting me interview you, Est!
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