Auer

Hi, Brian Auer here. I’m a hardcore photography enthusiast living in sunny San Diego, California. I work full time as a mechanical engineer, but I’m striving to find my way into the photography business.

MY PHOTOGRAPHY BACKGROUND

I began my quest into photography in early 2003 when my first child was born. What began as something to document my family life quickly grew into something more. I found the ability to capture moments very exciting, and I started to realize what a great creative release photography could be.

Over the years, the techno-geek side of me constantly craved bigger and better equipment. With each new camera, I unlocked new possibilities and grew my skill set. All the while, I tried photographing all sorts of genres, subjects, and ideas in search of finding something that clicked with me.

WHERE I’M AT NOW WITH PHOTOGRAPHY

I’m no professional, but I’ve come a long way in just a few years. My technical skills are stable enough that I can focus on the more creative aspects of photography. I’ve been publishing the Epic Edits Weblog since January of 2007 as a means to share my experience and be a part of an amazing community of people. I also started the Fine Art Photoblog in February of 2008 as a group project with six other amazing artists. Both of these websites (and the photographers who interact with them) continue to grow my experience in ways I’ve never imagined possible.

As for my personal photography, I’m beginning to settle into my own styles and genre preferences. Street photography and beach culture are a few of my current passions. My photographic style has been steadily developing toward high contrast black & white images, punchy colors, and cross processing. I’m also getting into film photography to further expand my creative side.

WHERE I’M GOING WITH PHOTOGRAPHY

Who knows… I’m just having a lot of fun getting there. Eventually I’d like to become better known in the world of fine art photography. Ultimately, I’d like to make a living from it.

In the meantime, I’ll keep doing what I’ve been doing and continue to participate in the various photography communities within my reach. The PhotoNetCast is my latest adventure pushing me further into photography, and I look forward to seeing what it brings.

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