Manuela’s submissions are like a masterclass in composition. She just doesn’t seem to… miss! From colorful, story-driven portraits, to striking landscapes, to low-key studio shots, it seems like Manuela can do it all, with ease. This week marks Manuela’s 146th frame!

-Yosef

Name: Manuela Hofmarcher

Current All-Time Streak: 146

Joined 52Frames: 2021 January, 2nd week

Your “walk-around” gear right now:

Canon EOS Rebel T6s (EOS 760D), Canon 50mm f/1.8, Samyang 14mm f/2.8 (Canon)

The place you call home:

Amstetten, Austria

Your life in 30 words or less

The main ingredients that make my life meaningful:
enjoying the beauty of nature; sharing important moments and feelings with my loved ones and staying active – physically and mentally!
Photography comprises all of the 3 factors – that’s why I love it!

Can you share 2 images, one from your past, and one more recent, that show your evolution as a photographer?

What has been your favorite style of shooting lately?

I am still experimenting with my equipment and editing tools. So I don’t have a concrete style yet. But I assume that I want my images to tell a story and evoke feelings.
Usually, I love to have a model (friends, my hubby, myself, or any other volunteer) playing an active or passive part in my pics.
I love to create some natural kind of interaction between the model and its surroundings. I am more involved and get connected to the story if I can identify myself with the person in my photo.
I don’t know if others that have a look at my photos would agree – otherwise I need to rethink my concept 😉

How did you find out about 52Frames?

A friend invited me to join her. I thought it was a great opportunity to take my camera out of the box again 🙂

What submission are you most proud of and why?

It’s definitely the album cover of week 39 (Letters) – year 2022. This photo pushed or pulled me through the week like a rollercoaster.
The setup, composition, and light in this photo are more than imperfect. But the message was seen and the response of the community was overwhelming. I felt connected with so many people.
Furthermore, the situation that led me to the idea of this pic turned out to be different than expected. I applied for a new job and felt like I completely failed at the job interview.
But on the same day when I got the message from 52F, that my pic was selected for the album cover, I got the job offer.
They told me that I strongly fulfill their requirements and they would love to have me on their team. What a week and acknowledgment of my ‘little reminder’!

One tip you’d like to share?

Try not to compare yourself too much with others. 52F is a platform that contains an overwhelming community of creative framers.
There are long-time professional photographers as well as beginners, people with a passion for different styles, who have lots of ideas, and who create amazing images.
Consider 52F as a learning platform or a possibility to grow with each challenge!
But most of all: Have fun!

Why is 52Frames meaningful to you?

52F pushes me to go out of my comfort zone and widens my creative mind. First, a challenge may evoke lots of questions and insecurity.
After reading the tips and more info on the challenge I get more comfortable and then the creative process starts.
Sometimes it’s easier, sometimes it’s more difficult. I am not always satisfied or proud of the result but in the end, I have a pic each week that tells the story.
And I am definitely proud of continuing my streak and accepting that each pic is the best I was able to come up with in that week!

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