Always behind [the lens] is how I’m the most comfortable, and I think most other photographers would agree.
My friend and fellow photographer, Jennifer Choi, volunteered to be the first photographer to photograph me in a “formal” sitting.
In addition to the tighter and bit more corporate style shots (which is what I requested) Jen surprised me with a change of location. Off we went… out of the office and into “Sammy” – My 1981 VW Vanagon. {sigh of relief} I was finally comfortable in my element… relaxed and cozy in on the back seat of the wagon! I spend a lot of time in Sammy, parked at the beach… reading, picnicking, conceptualizing my next photo related project, napping and listening to the waves crash. The photo wagon is my home away from home.
It’s hard for the tables to be turned on us photographers. Here’s what I learned…
Although I feel I’m not a naturally-cozy and collected subject in front of the camera, I am still a professional behind it. Once the nerves settled, I started listening to my internal dialog photo-coaching, and also started taking queues from Jen. Suddenly I knew how I wanted to naturally pose… staying relaxed, breathing and smiling [with my eyes of course]
Weird truth… showing these photos is not an easy task, but naturally there should be visuals {smile}
Jennifer Choi is the owner and operator of Alfresco Photo. She is a gifted designer and photographer