Sandra Garzon: BPP Community Spotlight
Sandra Garzon is a Kilkenny Ireland based photographer who joined the Beginner Photography Podcast Daily Photo Challenge last year. After completing her first year I wanted to have her on to chat about what she learned about photography after making photography a daily practice and how she grew as a photographer.
Standout Quotes:
"It's not until you're able to hear somebody's voice and learn how they see the world, that you can truly appreciate who they are, and start to build a deeper connection" - [Raymond]
"When you see the end result and you're happy with it, it kind of lifts you up and you see that it's not necessarily a chore" - [Sandra]
"If we can put something of ourselves in an image and make it uniquely ours, then it feels like it has a little bit more life, and that's where I really feel the power of editing comes in" - [Raymond]
"You're never going to know whether it is for you or not if you don't try it" - [Sandra]
"Everything is a photo possibility" - [Sandra]
Key Takeaways:
Raymond shares that he reached out to Sandra because she completed the daily photo challenge which started in 2020.
Finding a point of balance between retaining the artistic aspect of photography while being able to monetize it, is a goal Sandra hopes to achieve
Even though she had been shooting for almost a year, Sandra joined the daily photo challenge intentionally because she understood the need for practice, to improve and learn from mistakes.
Among the challenges she faced with the daily photos are lack of lighting equipment, weather, and lack of inspiration,
While the challenge could have become a chore, Sandra admits the pictures she took helped in keeping her motivated
For those on the fence about taking the daily photo challenge: Do It, give it a try, and go in open-minded.
A major point of struggle Sandra is working to overcome, is Lighting
Commitment is key to making time for photography; it can be tough but if you commit, stick with it.
For new photographers: Practice, Be conscious of good opportunities for pictures around you, and Have fun
Everything is a photo possibility
Episode Timeline:
[01:30] Raymond shares that this year he would be interviewing members of the community of the beginner photography podcast
[02:40] About today's guest, Sandra Garzon.
[06:54] Sandra points out some of the reasons that made her upgrade from her power shot to the Digital SLR.
[09:40] What is that you're shooting now that you love?
[13:25] Would you consider yourself today to be creative?
[15:07] Why did you decide to join the daily photo challenge?
[16:23] Sandra highlights the struggles she had with the daily photo challenge.
[23:36] After finishing this year-long daily photo project, what have you learned about yourself and your photography?
[30:51] What tips would you have for those who are undecided about trying the daily photo challenge?
[33:15] Sandra describes an aspect of her photography that is currently undergoing major improvement.
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