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lu 路 mi 路 n Noun 1. The quality of radiating or reflecting light. 2. The quality of being very bright in colour. 3. Clarity and intelligence.
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STAFF EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Jesus Arvelo GRAPHIC DESIGN Jesus Arvelo WRITER Jesus Arvelo PHOTOGRAPHERS Sergio Díaz Lina Kay Frankie Enticknap André Varela Jairo Álvarez Sergio Cabezas Cindy Melissa Boisvert Isabelle Ka Mike Monaghan Rachel Baran Laura Ballesteros Serena Pirredda You can find us on: Facebook: www.facebook.com/InmenseMagazine ISSUU: www.issuu.com/inmensemag Vimeo: www.vimeo.com/inmensemag Flickr Group: www.flickr.com/groups/inmensemagazine Cover photo by Lina Kay
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#02 - STAFF
Dear readers, welcome to this second edition of Inmense Magazine. This is “The Light Issue”, the skill of catch a wonderful light and share with you. Hope you like this new edition of Inmense Magazine!
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#WHAT’S FEATURES
Mike Monaghan Rachel Baran Laura Ballesteros André Varela Isabelle Kaltner Lina Kay Cindy Melissa Boisvert Sergio Cabezas Jairo Álvarez Frankie Enticknap Nicole Johnson (Model) Serena Pirreda
INTERVIEWS Lina Kay Rachel Baran Mike Monaghan Isabelle Kaltner Laura Ballesteros Cindy Melissa Boisvert Serena Pirreda Frankie Enticknap
INSPIRATION All Photographers
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Rachel Baran
20 Years old photographer, based in USA. Rachel Baran is a studend of psychology, and her photos are ususally conceptual and self-portraits. INMENSE MAGAZINE
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Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain. 23 years old. Selfportrait artist. Creating alternate realities based upon dreams, fears, wishes, anxieties. INMENSE MAGAZINE
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Attached To Earth
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Midnight Lullaby
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ANDRÉ VARELA
André Varela is a photographer born in Guimarães, Portugal. Photography is a way of life to him that lets him do what he loves the most: create and working with other artists. Most of his work is around conceptual images that can show surreal worlds and portraits that can tell a story. He is based in Oporto, Portugal. INMENSE MAGAZINE
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Photographer: Andrea Lee Photography Model: Nicole Johnson Hair & Makeup: Rose Mossman of My Addiction Makeup Stylist: Emma O’Neill Floral Headpieces: GoddessFlora Jewellery: Audacious Phoebe
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NICOLE JOHNSON Sydney Model: Nicole Johnson www.facebook.com/nicolejmodel
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INTERVIEW WITH LINA KAY When did you start with photography? My interest in photography first started in high school, and after dipping my hands in other interests I decided to do something with the hobby that was photography and start my own business. So I started photographing children and then started with fashion.
What was your first camera? My first professional camera was the Canon 450D.
How did you learn about photography? I’m a self taught photographer. I taught myself everything from the technical aspect to photography, to the creative side of photography.
What kind of photography do you like most? I have a special liking to fashion photography because it allows me to build a shoot from start to finish with my own creative vision with no limitations.
What projects do you have in mind? I always have something in the works. Right now I am working with some amazing stylists, makeup artists and models whom I have never worked before. Coming together to help put together a very special vision that I have, and I know that it’ll be amazing because the team is amazing. Every time i finish a shoot, I begin to plan a new one.
What programs do you use for the edition? The only thing I use to edit my pictures is Photoshop CS6.
What do you want to show with your photos? I want to show emotion and I want to provoke emotion. I want to portray beauty and vulnerability, and do it in a way where I am able to give my models characters, because I don’t like to photograph reality. I love everything bogus.
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Can you tell us what aspects do you usually edit? And how? I never really do any crazy face beautifying, I mainly focus on setting the mood and tone of the image, so I play around with colors a lot, layers and textures.
What are your favourite places to go shooting? Depending on the concept of my shoot, I usually love shooting in park lands and gardens. I’m a location photographer so I love shooting outside with natural light.
Say some of your favourite photographers: When it comes to fashion, I would have to say Lara Jade is a huge inspiration, and when it comes to conceptual arts photography, I especially love the works of Ashley Lebedev from Bottle Bell Photography.
Say the perfect lens for you: Well, because Im a portraits photographer, I really can’t go past my Canon 85mm 1.8 or 1.2 lens.
Say the perfect camera for you: I love the 5D and the 7D, both are very similar but also have different features that the other does not have.
Do you usually use actions in Photoshop, or Presets in Lightroom? I usually make my own actions using photoshop.
What do you think about the use of presets or actions for the edition? I love them! I think being able to record every step of editing a photo and then being able to go back to it any time you need to is amazing. Editing can be very very time consuming.
What type of lightning do you use? I use natural lighting as I love shooting outside, and sometimes I will manipulate the light using a reflector.
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INTERVIEW WITH RACHEL BARAN
When did you start with the photography? I was given my first point-and-shoot camera when I was sixteen; my high school marching band that I was a part of was going to Disney World to play in a parade and the camera doubled as a birthday present and a way to show my parents what the trip was like. Shortly after the trip I made a Flickr account to post all of my trip photos to, and the rest is history!
What was your first camera? I believe the one I was given was a…Nikon? I don’t remember the brand anymore, just that it was a tiny little red thing. My first DSLR was a Nikon D3000.
How do you interact with models? I don’t tend to use models very regularly in my personal work, although I do take senior portraits for a company during my summers and breaks. Generally, since the ‘models’ I shoot are quite inexperienced, I just try to make them feel as comfortable as possible during their sessions. I’ve found that when they come into the studio they’re usually as tense as can be, so any sort of conversation centered around them is best. Also giving a lot of positive feedback is key, and if I make a lighting mistake I’m sure to not scowl at the camera--something that’s been really hard for me to get used to.
What programs do you use for the edition? I use Photoshop Elements 8. It’s getting a bit glitchy, but it gets the job done.
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How did you learn about photography? As a senior in high school I’d tried to get into a photography course at one of the other high schools near me since my own didn’t offer one, but the class was full. So to this day I’m pretty much exclusively self-taught, with the exception of developing film which I was taught so graciously by the teacher of the photography course I’d tried to get into in her spare time, and studio lighting which I learned on the job at Prestige Portraits. But of course I could never be where I am without constant inspiration and little tutorials here and there from other photographers!
What kind of photography do you like most? Conceptual photography, and especially conceptual self-portraits, will always be my favorites. There’s something so calming and satisfying about completely controlling an image from beginning all the way to the end. I also love fashion photography, but unfortunately that’s not an area that I excel in, exactly…
What projects do you have in mind? I’m hoping to start a 52 weeks project sometime in the next month or so; I’d love to do another 365 but I really don’t think that’s going to be possible any time soon. Other than that I don’t have any ma jor projects planned unfortunately, besides possibly a few collaborations with other photographers here and there!
Can you say us what aspects do you usually edit? And how? Firstly, I almost always expand my photos (manually, since my edition of Photoshop doesn’t support the automatic merging tool, which is definitely a pain). Then, if I’m manipulating the image in any way, such as adding things in or taking something out, I’ll do that so I can make it look as natural as possible. After that I’ll typically darken the image, and play around with the tones, levels, contrast, and saturation. I’ve recently come to love the ‘photo filter’ tool, and typically add a few of those on top, and I love to exaggerate the shadows and highlights of the subject by actually subtly drawing overtop of them with white and black.
What do you want to show with your photos? At the end of the day, I think what I want others to take away from my photos is emotion. I don’t care if people love them or hate them or wish they’d never seen them; as long as I’ve made them feel something I’ve done my job. That, or an idea. The ability to put across an idea to people with only a simple image is one of my favorite things about photography.
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How is a photo shoot with you? When I shoot myself it’s definitely sort of a meditative experience; depending on my mood I’ll play music or bring a picnic or whatever I’m feeling. When I’m with a senior or client, it can definitely be verrry different, although it differs with the subject. Sometimes it helps to keep them laughing and upbeat, if they’re more outgoing, or if they’re more introspective like myself, I try to keep them as calm and comfortable as possible. It’s always different, though, which I love. And hopefully it’s a fun experience for them!!
Say some of your favourite photographers: At the moment I’m loving Kirsty Mitchell’s work, and I always love seeing new things by Karrah Kobus, Rosie Hardy, Alex Stoddard, and I absolutely adore everything by Oleg Oprisco, to name just a tiny, tiny fraction of all the photographers who inspire me daily. I think what I appreciate more than anything is how much effort is put into a photo. If a photographer really spends a good amount of time planning and executing a photo or a shoot, it definitely shows, and is typically what takes something from being great to being phenomenal.
Say the perfect lens for you: I love my 50mm f1.8! Although I’d also love to save up for a 50mm f1.4 as well.
Say the perfect camera for you: Eventually I hope to purchase either a Nikon D600 or a Canon 5D Mark II, but I’d probably have to sell my soul for that to be a possibility in the near future…
What type of lightning do you use? Generally I just use natural light, and if I’m indoors I’ll use all the window light I can get and round up my tiny studio light and as many lamps as I can find. I tend to improvise quite often.
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INTERVIEW WITH MIKE MONAGHAN
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When did you start with the photography? I started taking photos around the age of 18, which would be in 2006. I purchased my first DSLR when I turned 19 while I was working at a local Best Buy store in Washington.
What kind of photography do you like most? I love photographing people. I am a people person. I work well with people and have a skill for making them feel comfortable around me which makes them easier to photograph. I love capturing the beauty in everyone I meet.
What was your first camera? My first camera was a Canon Rebel XTi with the stock 18-55mm lens. I also had a low end 70-200mm.
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How did you learn about photography? I learned about photography in many different ways. I took a digital photography class when I was studying graphic design at my first college around 2009. I started to teach myself a little more when I discovered the photography community online through Flickr. In the fall of 2010 I started pursuing a photography degree at the Art Institute of Seattle. I learned a lot of the technical aspects of how to use and understand how a camera works, as well as strobes and other light sources. But to figure out my own style, I learned a lot through the photographer community online and just personally going out and forcing myself to learn how to light the way I wanted to. In the fall of 2012 I left the Art Institute to focus solely on my photography business and haven’t looked back.
What programs do you use for the edition? I strictly use Photoshop CS6.
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What projects do you have in mind? I am currently in love with shooting at night, or what I like to call in available light. That could be right after sunset, where the sun isn’t shining anymore and using whatever light is left to use as my main source. Or I have also been using street lights a lot, which can give you endless possibilities. I like controlling the light that I do not actually have control of.
How do you interact with models? I like to make the models feel absolutely comfortable with me before we start shooting. That usually might mean we grab coffee at a local shop before the shoot and just talk and get to know each other. If hair and make-up is involved that usually gives me plenty of time to talk with the model as well because they are just stuck sitting there until we are ready to shoot. While shooting, I always have music playing. It keeps everyone in a good mood and comfortable. Though, I do take everything extremely serious, I am very goofy and funny on set so it helps me talk and keep the model in good spirits and it makes taking the photos easier.
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Can you say us what aspects do you usually edit? And how? I edit for the overall tone and feel of the photo. That would be getting a correct color balance. The lights will have a good, and not overpowering contrast to them. Skin tones will be correct for the type of light we have. And then I will do light skin and overall touching/cleaning up. Usually that just involves a layer mask of Curves or Selective Color.
What do you want to show with your photos? I like to show a moment in time, or to capture the beauty of someone. The people I photograph are usually just normal, regular people who you could easily see when you are walking down the street or just in public. I love to make regular people look amazing.
What are your favourite places to go shooting? There are a bunch of awesome places in Seattle, it’s very diverse with fields, city life, beaches, forests and mountains. But I have been to California a few times in the past year and absolutely love shooting down there. They have the best golden hour light!
Say some of your favourite photographers: Jordan Voth, Shannon Miller, Jake Garn, Cameron Rad, and too many more to list off!
Say the perfect lens for you: I personally love and prefer to shoot on a 35mm lens. I am currently using the new Sigma 35mm f/1.4, and I absolutely love it.
Do you usually use actions in Photoshop, or Presets in Lightroom? I edit with VSCO in Photoshop and will occasionally jump further and throw and action on an edit, or just do my own editing on top of the VSCO edit that I’ve already done.
What type of lightning do you use? Whatever I can get! I can shoot with any light that’s available. I rarely use any set up lights or strobes though, that just isn’t my style. I’m pretty well known for shooting during sunset or “golden hour” to get the night glow and light I have in a lot of my photos. But I can absolutely shoot in any light if I need to. INMENSE MAGAZINE
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INTERVIEW WITH ISABELLE KALTNER
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When did you start with the photography? In spring 2010, when I baught myself a digital camera.
What kind of photography do you like most? In general I really like Conceptual- and Nature-Photography. I also tried some fashion photography, which is much fun too! So I think these are my favorite kinds of photography.
What programs do you use for the edition? I only use Photoscape, which was enough at the beginning but now I need something better. I hopefully get Photoshop CS6 soon.
Can you say us what aspects do you usually edit? And how? Because I like keeping photos natural, I often only make them a little brighter/darker, add more contrast and optimize colors. Especially in close up portraits I’m brightening eyes and add more contrast to them because this makes them more piercing. For this it’s pretty easy to use different brushes.
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What type of lightning do you use? Only natural lightning!
Say some of your favourite photographers: Rosie Hardy, Sarah Stewart, David Talley, Elizabeth Gadd, ‌ There are way too many amazing and talented photographers. The list is endless!
Say the perfect lens for you: The Canon EF 50mm f/1.4.
What are your favourite places to go shooting? I really like shooting in natural surroundings like the forest.
What do you want to show with your photos? This depends on my mood. Stories, feelings or just the beauty of nature.
What do you think about the use of presets or actions for the edition? I think they can make editing easier and you can save time if you use them.
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INTERVIEW WITH LAURA BALLESTEROS
Laura Ballesteros
When did you start with the photography? I was 11 (if I remember right) when I got my first camera, and it was an automatic film camera that took panoramic photographs. What I took most photos of was of my family and the volcanic landscapes of Lanzarote (the island where I live) when I was in the car with my parents. But before that I do remember playing around with my mom’s Pentax automatic camera, which I was actually not allowed to use in case I’d break it (laughs). I got my next camera when I was 16, a Casio compact camera, which I used to do photoshoots with my cousin when I went to Belgium during the summer, and also with a friend in Lanzarote who loved photography. It was more kind of like our way to while away the time and have fun. But when I turned 18 I decided I wanted a camera that allowed me to take better quality photos, so as a birthday present my parents gave me my Nikon D40x, which is the camera I still use. It’s a semi-professional DSLR camera, and it does its job pretty well (laughs).
How did you learn about photography? I’ve studied Fine Art Photography at the Pancho Lasso School of Arts in Lanzarote, where I learnt most of what I know. But before that I had already learned some stuff by myself, and still today I’m learning a lot. It’s great to be able to absorb new knowledge.
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How do you interact with models? Well, actually most of my photos are self-portraits, it’s what I feel the most fulfilled with, I like being on both sides of the camera. But in both cases, working with models or “using” myself, I generally have a pretty good idea of how the final image will look like, sometimes I even have sketches, so when it’s time to pose it’s not that complicated to achieve the poses.
Which program do you use to edit? I use Adobe Photoshop. It’s the program I already started learning on my own before I got into my photography studies, and the one that my teachers used to teach, and the one I’m still learning (laughs).
Can you say us what aspects do you usually edit? And how? It depends on the photograph and what it asks me for. Normally I adjust the colours, if the skies are clear I like to add clouds which give a more dramatic feeling, I also like to desaturate a little bit, add some texture to give character, and I always crop my photos to make them square.
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What do you want to show with your photos? In my photographs I like creating different realities, alternate realities based upon my own dreams, fears, wishes and anxieties. In the first place I create for my own, but I like sharing what I do and if the spectators like it and appreciate it then it’s really rewarding.
How is it to be on a photoshoot with you? It depends on whether I’m going to do a photoshoot to create just one image ore more than one. If it’s to create just one then it’s mostly quite fast, because as I said before I’m used to have the images pretty clear. If the photoshoot is to create more images, then it’ll take a little bit longer, since there’ll be probably clothes changing. As I normally shoot selfportraits, I’m used to go with somebody, I look for the best placement for my camera, set my tripod, adjust the settings, I place myself where I will be for the photos and do some test shots using my remote. Once I verify on the back of my camera that everything’s fine, I go and pose and ask the person who’s with me to press the remote’s button.
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What are your favourite places to go shooting? I usually prefer neutral landscapes, that can’t be recognized easily, that can be anywhere in the world. A lot of my images are taken in areas with mountains (or volcanoes) in the back. That way I also achieve to get more attention to the character.
Have you ever published in any other magazines? Yes, in two magazines here in Lanzarote: NU2 and Jable. I also got featured in an online issue of the Golden Age Magazine. It’s a real honour to be able to feature my work in magazines and get it to be seen.
Say some of your favourite photographers: Without any doubt Brooke Shaden is a huge inspiration to me. But I also like Robert and Shana ParkeHarrison, Jennifer Hudson, Robby Cavanaugh, Alex Stoddard, Rachel Baran…
Say the perfect lens for you: I don’t have a “perfect lens for me”. At this moment I have three lenses, the 18-55m f/3.5-5.6 that came with my camera, a 70-200mm f/4-5.6 that I got from my uncle, and a 35mm f/1.8 that I bought myself. The one that I use the most is the last one, because it’s the one with more aperture and I like the luminosity it gives. But I choose the lens depending on what I need and what I want to achieve in the final image.
Do you usually use actions in Photoshop, or Presets in Lightroom? Most of the times I don’t use them, because normally I have a really clear idea of the final result I’m going for. But sometimes I do use actions that recreate the look of old developing processes, which are great. When I use them it’s mainly because I’m not really sure of what look I want to achieve, and that way I get ideas. Anyway, if I see the original image next to the one with the action applied, I don’t have much trouble recognizing the changes, so I could actually do them myself, but actions make your work easier and faster. In any case, it’s never happened to me that I’ve used just one action and the image is finished; my editing process is quite longer.
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INTERVIEW WITH CINDY MELISSA BOISVERT
When did you start with the photography? I started photography at the age of 15 year old. I received, as a gift present from my grandmother, my first camera at my birthday party. Since that time, I never could stop taking photographs!
How did you learn about photography? A little while after I received my first camera, I was taking a lot of self-portraits and I used to download lots of them on my deviantART( www.chococat-line.deviantart.com ). Being on this site helped me a lot to grow as an artist. It didn’t stop there either! I took after classes in photography at my high school for two years and I think this is what really got me into learning. I continue to gain new skills with the help of Internet, social and books!
What kind of photography do you like most? Portrait, you know why? Because I love to interact with the models to share an expression or emotion!
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What programs do you use for the edition? I use Lightroom for the selection and a light retouch and Photoshop CS6 for an entire edition.
Can you say us what aspects do you usually edit? And how? I principally retouch any flaws I find (skin, background) and I play with the colors to give a more personal feel to the image. I play with curves, dodging, burning, blurring and sharpening... It’s a whole process you have to learn with some experience: you just have to try and learn!
What do you want to show with your photos? When I take shots of people, the first thing I want them to look is the emotion. Is the image appealing to you in a certain way? Does it make you feel like you want to see more of the image you’ve just seen? I want to connect my photos with the people around the world, because there is nothing more beautiful than that.
Have you ever published in any other magazines? Yes, I have been published in COCO Magazine for the March 2013 pt.1 Issue and I will be soon also in LOCKK Magazine!
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How is it to be on a photoshoot with you? Exceptional, memorable and inspirational! Being with me on set is to offer an incredible memory, to remember the fun and the smiles we had during the shoot. I always do something I won’t normally do and this is what makes the photo shoot so unique and the results are always amazingly beautiful.
What do you want to show with your photos? When I take shots of people, the first thing I want them to look is the emotion. Is the image appealing to you in a certain way? Does it make you feel like you want to see more of the image you’ve just seen? I want to connect my photos with the people around the world, because there is nothing more beautiful than that.
What are your favourite places to go shooting? I do not have a favourite place to go since I am in my period in discovering new ones, but lately I love to go playing with the sand from the beach – the effect is so natural and different! Nature is always my friend since I play with natural light.
Say some of your favourite photographers: I love Lara Jade (my role model), Daniela Ma jic, Emily Soto, Svetlana Belyaeva, Michael Woloszynowicz, Julia Trotti, Felicia Simion, Brenda Waworga... and much much more!
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Say the perfect lens for you: 85mm f/1.4 or 50mm f/1.4 always works the best.
What do you think about the use of presets or actions for the edition? I think it is good to use them when you want a quick & easy edit or when you are learning on how to edit. The more experienced you get, the more you see that it’s not necessary ( you are better to edit by yourself!). Even though, there is nothing wrong to use them!
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INTERVIEW WITH SERENA PIRREDDA
Serena Pirredda
When did you start with the photography? I started to photograph two years ago, when I was living in London. I’ve always loved photography because of my father that used to take beautiful pictures with his film camera. So I saved my money for months and when I got the exact amount I just ran to get my Nikon. And then I was holding my dream in my hands. I first started to photograph landscapes and I immediately fell in love with black and white in particular. After a little while I discovered how beautiful it was to take self portraits. I was going through real bad moments during that time and photography was my escape and my only way to express my complicated self.
How did you learn about photography? I am a self-taught photographer, I’ve studied by myself. I’ve always read lots of photography books and magazines! And YouTube is so helpful, I still watch tutorials quite often. That’s how I learnt everything I know. It’s been not easy but when you have a strong passion you’re more than ready to work hard to succeed!
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What kind of photography do you like most? I love portraiture photography, first of all. I think every person is different and beautiful, and beauty is what I like to capture the most. I am also slowly trying to get into the fashion photography world. I like it a lot and it is a real challenge for me. I want to become more creative and get some new original ideas! Wish me luck!!
What projects do you have in mind? My projects, that’s a good question! Well, I am thinking to move back to London next year. I love London because is a magic town full of hopes and inspiration. When I am there I feel free to be myself, I feel stronger and way more creative. It’s the right place for artists to grow. And maybe after this future adventure I will go back to my hometown and I will open my own photography studio! That’s my biggest dream.
What do you want to show with your photos? Beauty. Our world is filled with amazing things. Could be a landscape, a flower, a person, a moment. Beauty is all around us and I don’t want to miss it ever. Sometimes I wish people could see the world through my eyes, to stop a few moments during the day and appreciate all the little things. When it is not beauty the main subject of my photos, it could be sadness either melancholy. Usually those photos are more personal and introspective.
What are your favourite places to go shooting? Definitely parks. If I see flowers, my models will have tons of pictures with them! I can’t help it, I love colorful locations so much. They’re so inspiring to me.
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How is it to be on a photoshoot with you? It’s a lot of fun! I’m a very outgoing person and I like to make people feeling comfortable. I always try to be professional but still lively and talkative. I treat my models like princesses during the shootings! I like to encourage them and it comes natural to me to tell them how lovely they are.
Say some of your favourite photographers: Firsts of all two great photographers I had the pleasure to meet while I was in London and to take pictures of their amazing beauty..Ella Ruth Photography and Cansu O. Photography. Their photos are something special. I also love Laura Makabresku for her unique style. Tim Walker for his incredible imagination. And last but not least, the great Henri Cartier Bresson. And these are just a few compared to the several artists I follow everyday.
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INTERVIEW WITH FRANKIE ENTICKNAP
Frankie Enticknap
When did you start with the photography? Well.. since I was young I’ve always been the artistic one and the girl with the camera but I really discovered that photography was my art form in January of 2013.
What was your first camera? My first EVER cameras were those little disposable ones from boots, but my first DSLR was a lovely little Sony Aplha. Great camera for starting up.
How did you learn about photography? In terms of digital photography, photomanipulation and the fashion industry I am completely self taught, so it has just been a case of trial and error, watching other people work and intense Googling! But at sixth form I study chemical photography so I work with black and white film. That has really helping me to understand photography better, and to not take the speediness of digital for granted!!!
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What projects do you have in mind? Well I am in this strange period at the moment where I am desperate to stick with surrealism because I have so much to learn within that but I adore the fashion industry and equally want to learn more about that and improve there‌ so I am going to stick with my 100 days of summer project but incorporate a mix of fashion and surrealism.
How is it to be on a photoshoot with you? Crazy. Utterly random. And so much fun. I am just so in love with photography.
What are your favourite places to go shooting? The Lakes a couple of miles from my house.
Have you ever published in any other magazines? Only online, which doesn’t have the same fulfillment as holding a copy of your work in your hand.
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Say some of your favourite photographers: It’s hard to know whether to chose those friends whose work I love or those who originally inspired me. So for the latter I shall say Alex Stoddard, Rosie Hardy and Kitty Gallannaugh and for the former I shall say my favourites are Ella Ruth and Stephen Maycock.
Say the perfect camera for you: Canon 5D mark 3… I couldn’t live without it.
Say the perfect lens for you: I shoot on a 50mm 1.4… but a 1.2 would be beautiful..
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Dear Readers, we hope you liked this second edition a lot. For any suggestions please contact us by Facebook, or by e-mail. Thanks for be here, for read Inmense Magazine, and for see this amazing pictures. Thanks to the artists who helped Inmense Magazine to show art. In special to Stephen Maycock, Frankie Enticknap, Mike Monaghan, Laura Ballesteros, Serena Pirredda and Cindy Melissa Boisvert. Follow this magazine on Facebook, Issuu, and work with us submiting your best photos to our Flickr group!
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