"Crucify"
L'artista di questo weekend è la prima donna che intervistiamo per la nostra rubrica di Flickr. Shannon Streuly è una fotografa americana, i cui scatti mi hanno colpito per la loro immediatezza e freschezza. I colori delle sue foto ti fanno venir voglia di toccare gli oggetti che immortala, come se fossero davanti a te. Incredibile è anche la varietà di soggetti che usa, dalle bambole alle scarpe, passando attraverso frutta, fiori, finendo all'uragano Katrina che ha colpito la sua terra e alla religione. L'intervista è - per il momento - solo in lingua originale.
Visitate il suo sito su Flickr!
Visit her site on Flickr!
1) Can you tell us something about yourself and your passion for photography?
When I was little my grandfather always had a camera with him and took pictures all the time. I first got interested in photography when I was 12 years old. I learned how to shoot film and develop it and make my own prints. However, at some point I switched to painting and used that as my form of creative expression until my thirties. I returned to photography about five years ago and got really serious about it. Since then I carry a camera, or two or three with me at all times. I love how photography is very intimate and allows brief glimpses into someone's life or situation. I've always loved a good story.
When I was little my grandfather always had a camera with him and took pictures all the time. I first got interested in photography when I was 12 years old. I learned how to shoot film and develop it and make my own prints. However, at some point I switched to painting and used that as my form of creative expression until my thirties. I returned to photography about five years ago and got really serious about it. Since then I carry a camera, or two or three with me at all times. I love how photography is very intimate and allows brief glimpses into someone's life or situation. I've always loved a good story.
"Bad Apple"
2)I discovered you thanks to the photo "Bad Apple" which I think is amazing. How did you get in touch with the Ttv (Through the viewfinder) technique? Can you tell us something about it?
Thank you! I first read about "Through the viewfinder" in JPG magazine. I was intrigued by the images and thought it was something I could do. So I got on eBay and won a Kodak Duaflex I and since then I've acquired several more cameras and will switch them out.
As a technique it's pretty simple. An older twin lens reflex camera with a large enough viewfinder on the top serves as the bottom camera. Next you build a tube or box (called a contraption) for a digital camera to sit at the opposite end. Then using the digital camera, you take a picture of the image within the viewfinder. Russ Morris (http://www.russmorris.com/ttv/) has an excellent tutorial on TtV and he also provides a pdf of instructions for building a perfect contraption.
I love TtV for its imperfections. The images often come out flawed and blurry but that is what makes them so special. I also like the vintage quality of the images.
"Help"
3)One of your set is about hurricane Katrina. What kind of experience was it as a photographer?
Hurricane Katrina was completely devastating to the Coast of Mississippi, where I live. I was so stunned when I saw firsthand the complete destruction of so many lives. As a photographer I wanted to take the opportunity to show others what it was like here. And to share my experiences immediately following the storm. I don't know if anyone can really appreciate what happened though, without seeing it in person.
"Kodak Duaflex"
4)You use many techniques and cameras. Which is your favourite?
Through the viewfinder is definitely my favorite technique. Although I love using my various lomo film cameras. I also adore polaroids.
"Walking"
5)What about those cute little dolls you like so much? Why did you choose them?
I first saw interesting pictures of Blythe dolls on myspace. One of my contacts had some really great images of this big eyed doll. I had no idea what type of doll it was so I did a search and found out it was Blythe. I acquired one for myself and ever since I just love taking pictures of her. I love their large eyes and colorful hair. And the cute little outfits, I get to be a little girl again playing with my dolls!
I first saw interesting pictures of Blythe dolls on myspace. One of my contacts had some really great images of this big eyed doll. I had no idea what type of doll it was so I did a search and found out it was Blythe. I acquired one for myself and ever since I just love taking pictures of her. I love their large eyes and colorful hair. And the cute little outfits, I get to be a little girl again playing with my dolls!
"sluttySHOES"
6) One of your set is about shoes. Do they mean something special to you?
I have a good friend who loves shoes. We started taking a picture a day of the shoes we were wearing for a month. Shoes are just fun and easy way to express yourself.
I have a good friend who loves shoes. We started taking a picture a day of the shoes we were wearing for a month. Shoes are just fun and easy way to express yourself.
I just want to say that Flickr has been a big part of rekindling my passion for photography. I'm inspired every time I'm on Flickr by the talented people all over the world. I also have a site where my TtV prints can be purchased - madsuncaribou.etsy.com - I ship world wide too!
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