Interview with a Teen

In honor of all those going back to school (college or otherwise) today's post is a revisit with my own daughter who's off on an adventure of her own.

Welcome to Interview with a Teen.  If you are a parent, this section may shed light on why teens do what they do.  If you are a teen, email me, we want to know why you do what you do.

This week I'd like to introduce our feature teen, Rachael.  Rachael is a seventeen year old Junior who dreams of acquiring a double major in retailing and marketing.  For now she is uncovering a whole new world with her camera and picnik. She was gracious enough to answer a few question about what inspires her and why she loves photography.

Why photography?

I just like being able to capture what I see.

How long have you been taking pictures?

I was thinking about that the other day and I don't remember.  I think it was when I got my camera in 2008.

What do you think is more important a good eye or good equipment?

A good eye.  A good photographer can take good pictures with any camera.  I use a $60 point and shoot.

Do you prefer digital pictures or traditional paper pictures?

I prefer digital because you can retake them right away if you need to.  But I think it's because of the era I grew up in.

What do you like to take pictures of  and why?

A lot of the pictures I take are of nature, flowers, the sky, stuff like that.  I like the colors of nature and its beauty.

What do you want to do with the pictures?

I just take them to take them.  If they go somewhere that's awesome, but I'm fine with just taking them.