Paraparaumu Beach
I used to randomly take photos with my point and shoot, then I discovered the insect world, I found them fascinating and became hooked on photography. I purchased my 1st DSLR in 2013 and the rest you could say, is history.
So my journey began, I read many online photography articles but by far the best lessons and experience I gained, was by just doing it. I spent many hours photographing birds, why birds? because they can be fast moving, especially the small birds, such as finches.
They made me think on my feet, I had to be quick and have a steady hand. I experimented with the different camera settings and ISO and deleted more photos than I kept.
Photography became a priority for me, as it still is today, I go out in all types of weather and visit many different places. I found, the only way to develop skills and style is to get out there and “just do it”.
I very rarely use a tripod, for me hand held is the way to go, if I do need to steady my camera, I always manage to find something that works for me, such as a fence post, rock or the like.
The learning never ends, for me at least, the challenge is to push the boundaries and see where it takes me.
Elayne Hand, Brightchic Photography 