What got you interested in photography?
I remember when I was in middle school and high school, every Sabbath after church service, my friends and I would go outside and take pictures in front of the church building. It was such a fun experience, laughing with friends, posing for the camera and overall just enjoying the moment. Being a highly observant person, I would always be very aware of my surroundings, and if something caught my eye, I just took a picture of it. Then, my interest for photography started to become serious when friends from church and school were telling me to consider getting into photography because of the joy that I expressed while taking pictures for them.
Who or what inspires you?
I am inspired by the beauty that surrounds me everyday, from the faces that I cross paths with to the gorgeous scenery that includes trees, flowers, the sun, the birds and all of God’s wonderful creation. We can always find a glimpse of beauty in every single day, in good or bad events.
What do you enjoy most about photography?
It is one of my creative outlets where I am able to express myself. I also love that I am able to capture a moment in time that can last forever. What I enjoy the most about photography is connecting with the people around me, whether it is my friends or clients.
What is your favorite thing you’ve shot? Tell me about the photo and the experience of it.
My favorite photo that I have taken was from an engagement shoot that I did in the summer two years ago. It was for a couple from my church who I know very well. We went to Fort Tryon Park in New York City to do the photoshoot. I remember seeing this beautiful garden-like path with flowers and trees and I was immediately inspired, so I had the couple pose in front of the garden-like backdrop and shot this photo. The photo shows the couple looking madly in love with a beautiful forehead-to-forehead pose.
How do you see photography playing a role in your life and future?
I will continue to pursue my hobby of photography and I would like to keep growing and improving my photography skills as well as doing more photoshoots. In the future, God-willing, I would like to become a licensed professional photographer who travels around the world taking pictures of different landscapes and individuals.
Where can people find your work?
People can find my work through my VSCO profile (kbrewvisuals: https://vsco.co/kbrewvisuals/gallery) and they can also connect with me through my LinkedIn profile for business or shoot inquiries.
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