 Photography
is still as magical for me as the first time I stood in front
of the developing tray in the dark room and an image shimmered
in to view from the swirling liquid. Now I enjoy digital photography
and the magic that's created via the 'digital darkroom' on my
computer - it's equally magical and no nasty chemicals! The
possibilities for creativity are endless and up to ones time
and imagination. It's a medium that keeps me entranced and moving
towards a higher and higher standard of work. In this sense,
one never stops learning and there's much inspiration along
the way, from fellow photographers and artists, to cues picked
up from every day life.
The journey has been interesting, ever since I followed my
passion to study photography, graduating in 1992 from Carrington
Polytechnic's Design School (Now Unitec) in Auckland, New
Zealand. It was a good move and I loved every minute - some
of N.Z's leading art photographers were tutors and inspired
me hugely, including Deborah Smith, Fiona Pardington and Haru
Sameshima.
Working in the photographic industry at a large commercial
studio/lab after this, further shaped and honed my skills.
Returning from overseas in 2002, I decided to return to the
small rural town I'd grown up in. At this time I gained an
NZQA in writing to add to my work portfolio.
As a busy photo journalist, no two days are the same. I could
be in my home office writing a story for a magazine or out
on location taking photos. I have a knack for finding an interesting
story and making pictures to go with it.
As a teacher of digital photography, I relish the opportunity
to inspire and encourage people to enjoy making pictures and
capturing the world as they see it.
The list of commissions for magazines and newspapers in
the past two years includes:
Next, Woman's Day, Woman's Weekly, Little Treasures, North
and South, N.Z. House and Garden, Lifestyle Farmer, N.Z Lifestyle
Block, Growing Today, Weekend Gardener, Your Home and Garden.
Hawkes Bay Today, Dannevirke Mail, Central Hawkes Bay Mail,
Lucky Break and Farm Trader.
To find my published articles just do a web
search in my name or please contact me for further information.
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