This week’s Five at Five Intro features Photographer is Anne of Slow Shutter Speed Blog. Anne has also been a host of the Len-Artists Photography Challenge.
Five at Five Questions
- When and how did you start on your photographic journey?
I started photography at 70 years when I retired in 2013. 2. I’ve never taken any classes or studied other photographers. I learned by asking a lot of questions of fellow photographers and joining my local Sierra Camera Club that has juried competitions. I’ve learned so much by having my photos critiqued.
- What subject do you like photographing the most?
I enjoy most photography subjects. While I don’t do formal portraits, I do enjoy environmental portraits. I love getting out to do landscapes whether country or urban. Macro is a favorite.
- Have you been influenced by other photographers, if so by whom and why? If not, who is your favourite photographer?
I have been influenced mostly by the wonderful local photographers in the Sacramento, California area. If I had to name a well known photographer it would be Ansel Adams. I love black and white photography and have learned a great deal from looking at his work.
- What is the go-to camera equipment that you use regularly and what software do you use to process your images?
Two years ago, I switched from Nikon to Fujifilm. I use the Fuji XT3 and edit in Lightroom and various plugins like NIK and Topaz.Photoshop is too complicated for me, but I do use some tools.
- What is your favourite method of processing an image? (i.e., colour, monochrome, saturated, dreamy look etc)
I don’t do much processing. I start with Lightroom and then go into the plugins. Using the filters I try to create the mood I want. I’m not very creative or artsy. I process photos in color and then if I think the image is a candidate for black and white, I put it into NIK Silver Efex. Sometimes when I want to pull out details in a color image, I put it into NIK Color Efex. Photoshop is great for sky replacement. I use Topaz to make sure my image is super sharp, especially with wildlife. That’s about all I do. I truly don’t have the creativity or artistic ability to create dreamy or other artistic images.
Photography is a great outlet for seniors, keeping us mentally and physically active. A bonus is the friends you make along the way.
Photographs
Links
Blog: https://annegeephoto.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sandlera
Thank you, Anne, for participating in the Five at Five Introduction Series.
Next Week’s Intro is John Steiner of Journeys with Johnbo.
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