Hi! I’m Destin
I could talk about photography forever… Seriously! I have been known to turn “how’s the weather” conversations into me explaining how a power outage inspired a candle-lit photo, or how there’s literally no bad time of day for photography! I love talking about photography almost as much as I love taking photos!
Why do I love photography so much? I’m so glad you asked!
Photography allows me to see the world through a different lens, both literally and figuratively! It challenges me, and helps me find beauty in everything around me. I get to explore unique perspectives and constantly push my creative boundaries with this art form. Being both behind (and in front of!) the camera gives me a sense of purpose in this life, and allows me to tell stories without saying a single word. I’m not much of a TV watcher these days, but MAN do I love a good story!
Fun fact: I learned portrait photography by taking self portraits! I didn’t have a subject to practice on, so I just used myself. My self portraits have evolved so much over the years - from pretty photos, to meaningful outlets of expression. I love to use what I am currently going through (or have gone through in the past) in my art. It challenges me. It’s helps me process my emotions. It helps me move on. For me, self portraits are a form of therapy.
My most complimented self portraits!
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