BEHIND THE LENS
WITH
TRICIA STARR
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JANESVILLE, WISCONSIN
TRICIA STARR
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JANESVILLE, WISCONSIN
METAL PULP AND PAPER: Hello Tricia. Thank you for taking the time to answer some questions for Metal Pulp And Paper’s feature called Behind The Lens. We appreciate it.
Before we go any further, let’s first tell everyone what Behind The Lens is all about. This feature is about the person that’s behind the camera lens. All about that individual that captures that perfect fiery orange of the setting sun, finds a child jumping in a mud puddle in the pouring rain, or catches the moons glow in the water next to some snowcapped mountains. Or captures the rock guitarist jumping in the air during mid solo. It’s about finding that beauty in something that some might not take notice of in their busy everyday lifestyles. Behind The Lens will be a way to get to know a little more about the photographer and the work that they bring to everyone. A full 360 degrees around the camera.
So, let’s take off the lens cap, and go behind the click of the shutter and get to know more about you and your photography, shall we?
How long have you been a photographer and taking pictures?
TRICIA STARR: I started taking photos at weddings and babies when my kids were born as side income. So about 17 years ago is when I first started photography.
MPAP: What first drew you to it? Was there an inspiration for picking up the camera and beginning that journey into the art of photography?
TRICIA: My kids being born, they were just too cute to not want to snap a million pictures. Then other started seeing my work and wanted me to do the same with their babies. Then it grew outwards, one being a model, and being in front of the lens, but also, and more importantly, catching the moment at concerts.
MPAP: Now that you’ve been doing it for a while, what interests you the most about it? Is there a passion behind it for you at all?
TRICIA: My passion has now changed from babies to music. Now that my kids are growing I have the time to pursue concert and band photography. Music has changed my life, so why not photograph that? It’s all encompassing. They both capture a moment. Lyrics can capture an emotion through words. I can capture the same emotion in images as they sing or play it.
MPAP: Can you describe that moment, the experience, or even the emotion you felt when you knew that photography was something you just had to do?
TRICIA: I had people asking me if they could print my concert photos and hang them in their house. It's also a really good feeling when the bands use your pics on social media. That's when I decided to start my passion for photography and combine it with my passion for music.
MPAP: What do you like to photograph the most? Do you have a favorite setting, scene, landscape, or any items that you wish to capture? Or do you want to take pictures of people, or perhaps a live music concert now and then?
TRICIA: Concerts! The energy of the bands on stage and the fans is contagious and makes taking photos so much fun. Outdoor fests mostly, the bands seem to bring it more during an outside event.
MPAP: Is there anything out there that you try to avoid taking pictures of?
TRICIA: Not really. I'm trying to stick with concerts right now.
MPAP: When someone sees the picture you’ve taken for the first time, whether it’s the new bride and groom, or a family member that just had a baby, what do you want someone to get out of it? Is there ever anything you’re trying to say within your pictures, a message deep in the pixels that makes it up?
TRICIA: I want the person to 'feel' the emotion behind the photos.
MPAP: Is there an artist or another photographer out there that you admire and might have influenced you at all? What about their work do you love the most?
TRICIA: Lou Brutus, he captures some of the best concert photos I've ever seen.
MPAP: Before we move on to talking about the pictures that you shared with us, are there any tips or advice that you would want to give yourself if you had to pick up the camera and start photography all over again?
TRICIA: I try not to get too overwhelmed, ask other photographers for advice on settings, and equipment they use.
MPAP: Now onto the pictures that you took and have shared with us here? Take us into each one of the images and tell us what they are about, and which one is your most favorite and why?
TRICIA: Well, they all show emotion. Like I said, I want to capture the emotion of their music. But Compositionally I like the Mushroomhead image. (Devil guy)
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MPAP: Those are all some great pictures. Thank you for sharing them.
Everyone has a different style or taste, whether it’s street photography, modeling, black & white, or nature, from your point of view; what do you think makes a good picture?
TRICIA: Anything that gives someone the emotion of the capture, or a composition that flows well within the frame.
MPAP: After the camera is put down for the moment, for the day, or for the night, whether it’s for a day or a week at a time, what else do you like to do in your free time?
TRICIA: Music 24 hours. Learning how to play guitar. Spending time with family.
MPAP: Before we bring Behind The Lens to a close, just one last question and we’ll wrap things up and put the lens cap back on. What would you want to say to someone that’s interested in taking pictures for the very first time?
TRICIA: Find a subject that you are passionate about. You will never struggle capturing it!
MPAP: On behalf of myself and Metal Pulp And Paper, I’d like to thank you, Tricia, for being a part of this Behind The Lens feature. It was great getting to know you and your photos. We look forward to seeing what you will capture in the future and beyond. Please tell us where we can find your work or your photo galleries on the internet, and any social media that the readers can follow you on?
TRICIA: https://www.facebook.com/TStarrPhoto/
Before we go any further, let’s first tell everyone what Behind The Lens is all about. This feature is about the person that’s behind the camera lens. All about that individual that captures that perfect fiery orange of the setting sun, finds a child jumping in a mud puddle in the pouring rain, or catches the moons glow in the water next to some snowcapped mountains. Or captures the rock guitarist jumping in the air during mid solo. It’s about finding that beauty in something that some might not take notice of in their busy everyday lifestyles. Behind The Lens will be a way to get to know a little more about the photographer and the work that they bring to everyone. A full 360 degrees around the camera.
So, let’s take off the lens cap, and go behind the click of the shutter and get to know more about you and your photography, shall we?
How long have you been a photographer and taking pictures?
TRICIA STARR: I started taking photos at weddings and babies when my kids were born as side income. So about 17 years ago is when I first started photography.
MPAP: What first drew you to it? Was there an inspiration for picking up the camera and beginning that journey into the art of photography?
TRICIA: My kids being born, they were just too cute to not want to snap a million pictures. Then other started seeing my work and wanted me to do the same with their babies. Then it grew outwards, one being a model, and being in front of the lens, but also, and more importantly, catching the moment at concerts.
MPAP: Now that you’ve been doing it for a while, what interests you the most about it? Is there a passion behind it for you at all?
TRICIA: My passion has now changed from babies to music. Now that my kids are growing I have the time to pursue concert and band photography. Music has changed my life, so why not photograph that? It’s all encompassing. They both capture a moment. Lyrics can capture an emotion through words. I can capture the same emotion in images as they sing or play it.
MPAP: Can you describe that moment, the experience, or even the emotion you felt when you knew that photography was something you just had to do?
TRICIA: I had people asking me if they could print my concert photos and hang them in their house. It's also a really good feeling when the bands use your pics on social media. That's when I decided to start my passion for photography and combine it with my passion for music.
MPAP: What do you like to photograph the most? Do you have a favorite setting, scene, landscape, or any items that you wish to capture? Or do you want to take pictures of people, or perhaps a live music concert now and then?
TRICIA: Concerts! The energy of the bands on stage and the fans is contagious and makes taking photos so much fun. Outdoor fests mostly, the bands seem to bring it more during an outside event.
MPAP: Is there anything out there that you try to avoid taking pictures of?
TRICIA: Not really. I'm trying to stick with concerts right now.
MPAP: When someone sees the picture you’ve taken for the first time, whether it’s the new bride and groom, or a family member that just had a baby, what do you want someone to get out of it? Is there ever anything you’re trying to say within your pictures, a message deep in the pixels that makes it up?
TRICIA: I want the person to 'feel' the emotion behind the photos.
MPAP: Is there an artist or another photographer out there that you admire and might have influenced you at all? What about their work do you love the most?
TRICIA: Lou Brutus, he captures some of the best concert photos I've ever seen.
MPAP: Before we move on to talking about the pictures that you shared with us, are there any tips or advice that you would want to give yourself if you had to pick up the camera and start photography all over again?
TRICIA: I try not to get too overwhelmed, ask other photographers for advice on settings, and equipment they use.
MPAP: Now onto the pictures that you took and have shared with us here? Take us into each one of the images and tell us what they are about, and which one is your most favorite and why?
TRICIA: Well, they all show emotion. Like I said, I want to capture the emotion of their music. But Compositionally I like the Mushroomhead image. (Devil guy)
MPAP: Those are all some great pictures. Thank you for sharing them.
Everyone has a different style or taste, whether it’s street photography, modeling, black & white, or nature, from your point of view; what do you think makes a good picture?
TRICIA: Anything that gives someone the emotion of the capture, or a composition that flows well within the frame.
MPAP: After the camera is put down for the moment, for the day, or for the night, whether it’s for a day or a week at a time, what else do you like to do in your free time?
TRICIA: Music 24 hours. Learning how to play guitar. Spending time with family.
MPAP: Before we bring Behind The Lens to a close, just one last question and we’ll wrap things up and put the lens cap back on. What would you want to say to someone that’s interested in taking pictures for the very first time?
TRICIA: Find a subject that you are passionate about. You will never struggle capturing it!
MPAP: On behalf of myself and Metal Pulp And Paper, I’d like to thank you, Tricia, for being a part of this Behind The Lens feature. It was great getting to know you and your photos. We look forward to seeing what you will capture in the future and beyond. Please tell us where we can find your work or your photo galleries on the internet, and any social media that the readers can follow you on?
TRICIA: https://www.facebook.com/TStarrPhoto/