Name: Amanda Powell
Current All-Time Streak: 62
Joined 52Frames: January 2021
Your “walk-around” gear right now:
a 9 year old Canon 6D & Sigma 35mm
The place you call home:
Bellingham, Washington
Your life in 30 words or less
I’m an artist, wife, mother, and perfectionist looking for the answers to life’s existential questions through art. I also deeply appreciate a good donut.
Can you share 2 images, one from your past, and one more recent, that shows your evolution as a photographer?
What has been your favorite style of shooting lately?
Composite images and images where the light feels alive, or enchanting, are on my radar currently. Making the real look magical and the magical look real.. that style of creation is a place I’ve stumbled into and love. I’ve also started taking my camera out into nature when I’m lost in my head, or worried about current global events.
What was the first photo you ever submitted to 52Frames?
How did you find out about 52Frames?
a friend on Instagram posted about it in 2020
What submission are you most proud of and why?
Prior to 52 frames, my creative process resulted in many perceived failures. I’d hit major mental walls. The friction would wear down my confidence as a creator. From a conceptual perspective, this image felt like a statement of acceptance. Me picking up the pieces of life thus far, presenting this fragmented whole to the world, despite serious discomfort and anxiety. This feels very dramatic, but I can be dramatic, so it’s truthful. The process of making the image was also very balanced. I allowed a mix of plan and improvisation. I’m proud of this, as a person who gets trapped in either/or thinking. From a technical perspective, this type of light capture is one I’ve always aspired to, but never thought I could do.
One tip you’d like to share?
When stuck, get out of photography and go study other art forms. Music, paintings, drawings, nature, movies, good conversation…Take time to enjoy those mediums. Think about what you like and why. Then come back to your work, and be generous with grace as you create.
Why is 52Frames meaningful to you?
This community is a special thing. It’s a diverse and incredibly supportive group of people who’ve come together under the conceptual umbrella of photography. There are so many lovely, talented people on this platform, from all over the world, who I now consider friends. I am so grateful for each one.
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I love me some you, Amanda!!! You are kimd and encouraging, and create astounding art grateful to know you! Gonna post as comment too… Bc I wanma make sure you read how cool you are;)
You are just the kindest person. Thank you, Kim.
I love Amanda’s powerful portraits. I have loved following her art journey.
Amanda is not only a wonderful photographer and artist, but a gifted writer. I enjoyed her description of herself and her photographical journey.
I definitely spent a bunch of time thinking about my responses, so thank you for that!
Thank you Glen! Happy to be here with some amazing folks, yourself included!
So happy to see Amanda in the spotlight. I think I became a hard core follower and fan of Amanda on 2021 week 8 Roll the credits. Her composition is stellar and when she uses music as a guide her work is inspired. I so appreciate being on this journey at the same time as Amanda so I can enjoy seeing the results of her creation. I think of her as one of my earliest 52Friends.
SAM! Thank you sweet friend <3
Thank you for sharing your thoughts, Amanda. Beautiful work and I’m looking forward to seeing more of it in the weeks ahead. Take care.
You take care too Linda! Thank you!
Yes!!!..so well deserved and so well spoken..your art always amazes me as does your outlook and perception..so damn happy you got the spotlight..
I really appreciate the enthusiasm Scott! Thank you!
I love your self-portraits. Since I have a fear of self-portraits myself, your work along with your kind words inspire me.
Be Brave Andrea! Such an excellent way to learn 🙂