What is your favorite part of photography? Trying to capture *the* moments...and finding out I really did (happy sigh)
What is your primary camera? Canon Rebel XT
What is your dream camera? A 5d Mark II or 1d Mark IV
If you could travel to any place in the world to photograph, where would it be? Italy and Israel. Hands down. Ciao.
If you could photograph any event, past or present, what would it be, and why? Boaz and Ruth after their marriage ceremony. Theirs is a story of deep passion and strong, faithful love. To be able to 'picture' that love in photographs? Wow.
Mac or PC? PC
Dog or Cat? I own a dog, though I enjoy cats too.
Canon or Nikon? Canon
Chocolate or Vanilla? Slow churned vanilla ice cream is delish!
Coffee or Tea? Coffee. Iced. Or tea. Iced.
Favorite Starbucks or Tea "fancy" drink? The Peppermint White Chocolate Mocha is pretty good.
Pizza or Health Food? Pepperoni pizza when I am traveling, healthier food in the other times.
Spicy or Mild? Mild
What is your primary computer? An HP G-60 Laptop
How many years experience do you have? 5 years...and counting...
How did you get interested in photography? My grandfather was a photographer for many years, and I picked it up when he couldn't enjoy it anymore. I am so glad I did!
What is one of your life Bible verses? "Light is sown for the righteous, and gladness for the upright in heart." Psalm 97:11
Favorite authors? Corrie ten Boom, Amy Carmichael, Elisabeth Elliot, Charles Spurgeon.
Favorite quote? "We perish not for lack of wonders, but for lack of wonder." G.K. Chesterton
Favorite music/artist? The Wissman Family
Free piece of photography advice? When photographing a group, set your aperture to match the number of people in the group. It will help to keep the photo sharp :)
Best piece of equipment you own? My hands and eyes, actually. I couldn't do much without them :)
Primary editing software? Photoshop Elements 7 & Adobe Lightroom 3
What is your primary lens? Canon 28-105mm
What is your favorite lens? Canon 50mm 1.8
What is your favorite thing to photograph? Engaged/married couples and babies
Who is your favorite photographer? Melissa Jill is amazing. I'd love to attend her workshop :) Annnd my wonderful-photo-friend-wedding-photography-'pardner', Laura, does beautiful work too!
One fact no one would know about you: I have modeled for an internationally-famous pastel artist
Favorite thing to handcraft: teddy bears and tatted bookmarks
Favorite food item to make: Clafouti
Another unknown fact: I was almost named 'Fiona'. ( I know. I really missed out on becoming "Fifi's Photography... :D )
Do you play any instruments? Piano and violin
Dream photography project donation to ministry or other: I'd love to do regular photography for a mission organization, or a special-needs school or camp.
Do you have a list of photography blogs/websites that you want to share? Get ready, here it comes :D
