GirlGI | Girl Gone International Issue 6 | Page 118

What makes a good subject? Anyone! We are so used to saying ‘I’m not very photogenic’ and believing it. However, I’m convinced that everybody can have a beautiful portrait taken and that it is the role of the photographer to make a connection with their subject and in turn capture something truly unique. being photographed can be a difficult thing and the sooner that ‘strange’ barrier can be broken down, the sooner we’ll be making some great images together. Any tools you would recommend? In terms of equipment, I couldn’t be without my BlackRapid RS-W1 Women’s Camera Sling Strap. It’s super comfortable and means that I’m able to drop What do you think has been the key my camera at my side to be hands free to your success? when required. I love my 24-70/2.8 Nikkor lens - it’s my workhorse. I honestly feel as though my clients have been the key to my success. I As an avid Instagrammer I’m a big fan of have adored every couple I’ve photothe VSCO Cam app and always have my graphed and every family I’ve document- MacBook Pro close by - it’s perfect for ed. It makes my job a lot easi W"v