If you’ve seen our photo gallery, my daughter’s cooking party or our latest photoshoot, and loved what you have seen, then you have had a peek at the work of Tracy from eclektic photography + design.  She was kind enough to share with us a little more about herself and what she does.

Tracy, tell us a bit about yourself.

I was born in Singapore and moved to Sydney when I was 7.  I’ve always been into art and being creative was quite natural to me (thankfully, as the maths/science part of my brain didn’t seem to work!).  I started Eclektic when I finished uni and am now blessed to be working with my husband, Paul, a talented self-taught photographer who understands my love for shooting people in beautiful light and all my idiosyncrasies!  I love working in our home studio with our two Burmese cats, who act like dogs, Charlie + Crosby.

When did you first discover your love for photography?

My journey began in the darkroom in my first year of university at COFA (COllege of Fine Arts) as I waited in anticipation for my photograph to appear in the developer. Yes, it was the days when developing film was the way you got your photographs!  Digital cameras had only just started to appear on the market and it cost thousands of dollars for just a basic digital camera.  So, back to my discovery…you know when you get those lightbulb moments?  This was one of them.  Except it was dark…! When I saw my photograph appear in the developer in that darkroom, it was then that my love for photography was confirmed and I decided to major in Photomedia in my Fine Arts degree.

What would be your favourite object to photograph?

Hmm, this is interesting as I don’t have favourite objects as such but anything that has amazing light falling on it is something I am drawn to photograph.

Do you have a favourite photo that you have taken?

Just love the moment between mother and daughter.

Can you share with us one tip to help us become a better photographer?

Capture real expression and emotions as these photos will speak louder than words.

And some quick ones…

Tea/Coffee?  Tea.  Coffee makes me dizzy.
Movies/DVDs? DVDs
Flowers/Chocolate? Chocolate or potted flowers that last!
Ugg boots/Slippers? Ugg boots
Swim/Sunbake? Sunbake
Sweet/Savoury? Sweet

To see more of Tracy’s creative work or to find out how she can capture some special moments for you whether it’s for a family photo session or a party, check out the eclektic website + blog.