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There are so many elements when it comes to composition. (contrast, color, depth, negative space, etc, etc). Do you consider each before capturing an image? Or only focus on a few?

I think of all the elements of composition when I take photos, such as contrast, color depth, and negative space. I trust my gut and if it doesn't look quite right, I won't take the picture. I also know how to make adjustments in post-processing for any elements that are not quite right when taking the photo.
 
Transcript: "The question is, there are so many elements when it comes to composition. Such as contrast, color depth negative space and Etc. Do you consider each before capturing an image or only focus on a few? That is a extremely, good question. And of course different for everyone for myself. I actually think of all of them but I now know what I want and I trust it and if Let's say, for example, I you mentioned depth, I personally love depth within my images. It's something that I kind of like have to have. So if it's not there, the way that I particularly liked it, I simply won't take the picture. And again, if I don't have a certain amount of say negative space or if the leading lines aren't working the way that I want, if I don't have layering elements behind or And fright, if I'm going with, you know, between the foreground and the background, if it's not layered in a way that I want it to be layered. I also won't take the picture so trusting your gut really allows you to kind of multitask in a way, like you said, knowing all of those elements because it can be a lot. So for me, yeah, I actually think of all of them and it just makes up every single picture that I capture. There are times that, you know, I may just add a pot, a little pop of contrast In post-processing. So when I'm taking that picture with intent, understanding what I can do with you know within post as opposed to what I can do, not stop the shutter are all things that I'm thinking in my head all the time with every single image. But once you start trusting yourself, that stuff is so second nature that it's crazy. Hope that helps"
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There are so many elements when it comes to composition. (contrast, color, depth, negative space, etc, etc). Do you consider each before capturing an image? Or only focus on a few?

I think of all the elements of composition when I take photos, such as contrast, color depth, and negative space. I trust my gut and if it doesn't look quite right, I won't take the picture. I also know how to make adjustments in post-processing for any elements that are not quite right when taking the photo.
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Would you ever avoid showing an image you enjoy because you think people may not understand your story?

No, I would not ever avoid showing an image I enjoy. My work is my own and if I like it, the people who hire me will too. When showcasing to the masses, it's important to remember that you are not for everyone and that the confidence in your work will grow when you recognize this.
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In your opinion, what is the relationship between the photograph and reality?

The relationship between a photograph and reality is up to the photographer. They can choose to capture a lifestyle documentary as it is, or incorporate different lighting and apertures to create something that might not be true to the original scene. It's the beauty of art that allows us to dictate what that relationship is.
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What do you think about while shooting?

When shooting, I think about getting the shot, my light, composition, expressions, and the intent I was going for. I also think about keeping my subjects engaged when shooting in a busy location.
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Can you make interesting pictures in boring places?

Yes, I can make interesting pictures with boring places. I look for the light and color to make the image stand out. I've done this in an office building in front of revolving doors which I will link an example of.
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How can I exaggerate the feeling of depth in my images? Even wide-angle shots seem very 2d to my eyes.

To create depth in an image, I use a wide aperture and layer each plane of focus by having something in the foreground and background that are on different planes of focus. I also attach a Instagram real showing my thought process.