Amanda Herbert
When & how did you first become interested in photography?
Initially I took up photography as a means to engage people when I travel, but my hobby soon became a passion. I’m always on the lookout for new mentors and muses, but I have to pay respect to Phil Date who first taught me how to use my camera and Ivan See who showed me how professionals work.
Who were your main influences in developing your style?
My mother taught me to appreciate travel at a very young age and I was bitten by a bug that has never gone away. I've been lucky enough to live and work in Asian and the influence on my photography is obvious. My signature style has evolved into intimate portraits that convey and honesty & frankness that draw you in. My ability to quickly engage people with humour and integrity has driven my fascination with portraits that are up close and personal.
What equipment do you always carry with you on a shoot?
I first picked up my Nikon D50 in 2006 and am learning to tame the tiger that is the D300. I know I should use a tripod, but find it cramps my style when taking candid’s. I’ve just bought a second hand Sigma ring flash and think it will boost my portraits once I combine it with my hand held reflector. I aspire to own some Lee filters as I grew up around the Derbyshire Dales, England and feel there is a landscape photographer hidden within me.
Select two of your favourite photos and explain how you took them?
Where else can people go to view more of your work?
Please do visit my website at www.amandaherbert.com where I am offering bespoke tuition. I hope you enjoy this website and find it inspires you to go and shoot more prints.