Hi, my name is Kristen...."HI, Kristen...."

1. Your weapon, I mean, camera of choice.

I shoot people with a Nikon D60. My Dad is a photographer and I was raised by Nikon's, hence I wanted and needed a camera that I could borrow and use more expensive equipment from my Dad and brother. :)

2. Your favorite lens.

Hm mm, this is hard since I only have one lens, which is the standard AF-S Nikkor 18-55mm. I dream of the AF-S DX NIKKOR 55-300mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR and AF-S VR Micro- NIKKOR 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED.

3. Classes you've taken/how long you've been actively pursuing photography.

I started taking photography classes at the Cleveland Art Museum with my father when I was 4, granted, we made our own pin-hole cameras and had our own darkroom at our house. I went digital around 2000. I didn't invest in my Nikon until 2007 and still occasionally use other cameras, including film. I have always had an interest, but my dad encouraged my older brother more than me. I really became into it after children and when my Dad was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease as a way to connect with him and carry his love on since he no longer has the fine motor skills to continue his photography. I have taken Creative Photography through Coastal Carolina and learned a ton, although it was all automatic and may take another class still. I read a lot of blogs, camera books,etc.

4. Thoughts on photo editing (Software/programs you use).

I use a combination of picasa, microsoft media, and adobe photoshop, because they're quick and easy.

Adriane, get me the info, I'm interested! "Speaking of which, Coastal has a week long intro class starting in November that I'm aiming for - anyone want to join me?"

5. An idea for the blogs name.
I like lens ladie. Military wives shooting subjects?!

6. What would you like to learn to do better.

I would love to learn the settings more, specifically aperture and master setting my properly. I would also love "field trips" with people in the morning to visit places of interest to photograph...share best places people have found for 1)nature 2)family shots 3)backgrounds, etc

7. A favorite image you've captured.

Ummm...my kids tend to take the stage of subject matter, although I LOVE nature and capturing memories in print;)



8. What is your favorite photography blog?

http://www.flickr.com/people/medalby
www.ameliajohnsonphotography.com
www.briannehallimagery.com
http://femalephotographersofetsy.blogspot.com/


PS Y'all can call me Sten to distinguish between Kristen Hassell and I if you want. Since Krisleif is a weird "nickname" for me, although it does sum up the other half!;)