This week’s Member Moment features work by Oliver Kuehn, who documents their day to day through pictures. Scroll down to see his pictures and to read the interview!
PL: What got you interested in photography?
OK: My father always carried a camera with him. He gave me my first camera when I was ten years old. Now, I always carry a camera with me too.
PL: What type of camera do you shoot with?
OK: Right now, I am shooting on a 35mm Cannon RebelG.
PL: When taking pictures, what are some objects or elements or feelings within a scene that inspire you to take a photo?
OK: The most inspiring thing to me are those who I surround myself with. I love documenting people as they move through life, as they dance, and enjoy their surroundings.
PL: Of the pictures you submitted, can you share an interesting story about one?
OK: The photo of the pizza was taken after coming home with my friends after a house party. That pizza shop was the only one open and we all couldn't stop laughing at the size of the slices. An unexpected, but awesome surprise.
PL: What do you enjoy most about digital/film photography and what is challenging about it?
OK: The thing I enjoy about film photography is also what I consider most challenging. It requires patience. There is no instant gratification, you have to trust your instincts and be willing to try new things.
PL: Do you have any goals or ideas of how you want to grow this collection of photographs?
OK: I want to get more comfortable with photographing people I don't know, simply taking photos based on people's moods and expressions.
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