* Why you love photography?

Kristin: “I believe everyone has a God given gift. Mine just happens to be photography. It is who I am. I can run into people who have known me since I was very young, and their memory of me is, “Aren’t you that girl with the camera.”
From the beginning I have loved the artistic challenge photography presents. Photography allows us a chance to freeze a moment in time, and because of this we can look back and reflect on these moments every time we pass by the framed image; turn the pages of a photo album or sort through old box of photos. I love how photography brings people together. It preserves our history. There are so many things I could name… I have viewed a large part of my life through the lens of a camera and I have loved every minute of it!!!”

Valerie: “Photography draws upon everything I love– being with people, working with animals, and feeds my creative energy every day. By documenting memories that can be revisited at any time allows me to influence the good in people’s lives.”

* Your favorite type of photography?

Kristin: “I love black and white photography, and cut my teeth in the photography world on a roll of Kodak black and white film! I love to photography animals (especially horses), people (from the very young to the young at heart) and I love detail and abstract photography.”

Valerie: “Watching people share that special moment they love with their family, friends, or beloved pets and seeing their delight when I capture that forever for them.”

A funny or interesting photography story?

Kristin: “When I was in the sixth grade I entered a National Geographic World Magazine photo contest, and won first place in their black and white category. I was so excited! The magazine interviewed me and sent out a photographer to take my pic. It was a lot of fun, as it is not often I am on the other side of the camera.  The photographer’s assistant’s family owned the fireworks company that provided fireworks for Kings Island theme park. We had never been to a theme park, and so she sent us tickets for the whole family to go. It was such a treat.”

Valerie: “Participating in the Mustang event was a meaningful, enriching experience. Kids and adults alike adopted a mustang and trained them for an auction. Each person had a chance to show what they had taught the horse in the arena prior to the auction, and I was lucky enough to to capture the trust between the horse and their amateur trainers. The photos from this event are still some of my favorite because every picture tells a story of how far the horse advanced based upon working with the trainer.”

* Photography tips or tricks?

Kristin: “If you want to improve you picture taking ability in your own personal life I offer this advice: practice, practice, practice. Begin to look at things differently and experiment. The reward will come when you realize you have created your own box of memories. Don’t just let life pass you by…capture those moments and treasurer them.”

Valerie: “With any subject, getting the light just right can be the difference in a hit or miss shot. However, getting the subject, human or otherwise to relax is my strength. Asking people questions about themselves opens them up and puts their facial expression in a more relaxed and natural pose. My tip– get the light right, and then focusing on the relationship with the subject.”

* Comments about your web site design?

Kristin: “I love the new webpage design. It looks great!”

Valerie: “SmugMug allows me to focus on the other aspects of my business– booking events, managing events, and taking pictures. I Just Love Jerry he listened to me an understood my wants and needs. Right down to the pin-drop. I love the look and feel of the website it fits us perfectly! You rock Jerry:0!!”

~ Kristin and Valerie

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* Why you love photography?

“The possibilities of creativity are endless. I love color. Photography is a great way to express that.”

* Your favorite type of photography?

“Sports photography is probably my favorite, but I’m really starting to enjoy lightpainting.”

* Photography tips or tricks?

“While on one hand, digital images are free (no processing fees until you actually print them) and we should not be hesitant to real off several shots, knowing that you will not use them all. On the other hand, don’t use that freedom and a license for poor composition and subject selection.”

* Comments about your web site design?

“I can’t imagine working with a more cooperative group of people than SmugMug. They ALWAYS resolve my problems keeping my interests first. Way to go! jR Customization’s wide array of examples were more than enough for me to find one that suits my style just perfect. Thanks, guys (and gals!).”

- Brian

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