Daniel Dare Photography

     For my art seminar class, we recently had to interview an artist and I decided to interview a photographer. Although I am a graphic design major, I think you need to be a good photographer too so that you can provide some of your own images for designs. So I got to interview young photographer, Daniel, out of the Sacramento area. I decided to ask him some questions dealing with becoming a photographer and his experiences and any tips or advice he has for future photographers.

1. How long have you been a photographer?
    I have been actively taking pictures for about 3 years now. However, I have been working full time as a photographer since May of 2009, so about a year and a half.

2. How did you become interested in photography?
    As far as I can remember, I have always loved photography. I remember being younger, and taking pictures of anything and everything. However, it wasn't until 2007 that I had the desire the be a photographer. I started out by taking pictures of concerts or shows, where I    knew bands that were playing.



3. What is your favorite subject  to photograph?
    I would have to say that my favorite thing to shoot would be commercial assignments. I love compositing, and creating something that wasn't there to begin with.


4. What do you view as your biggest success so far as a photographer?
    In April of this year, I was asked by the Los Angeles based band LoveHateHero to shoot     a promotional photo for their summer U.S. tour. That was a big deal to me, and the photo ended up in quite a few magazines. Other than that, I see every new shoot that I do as a success, its always a learning experience, and I learn something new each time.

5. What are the challenges as a photographer?
    One of the challenges I face the most is the weather. I shoot on location a lot, and very rarely in a studio. So the timing and weather always play a challenging role. Another challenge I have is patience. You can't rush photography, just like any other form of art, it requires extreme patience, especially with projects that require days upon days of photo re-touching and manipulation.

6. How has Internet resources helped your business grow?
    The internet is actually my number one marketing tool. It helps with networking faster than word of mouth, and in the times that we live in, internet based media is one of the most popular forms of communication.



7. Where do you see yourself in ten years with photography?
    I'm not sure how to answer that actually. I try not to plan ahead, and just take things day by day, but if I think about it, I would like to be shooting full-time as an in-house photographer for different magazines and record labels.

8. In your opinion, what does it take to become a successful photographer?
    Dedication. I believe that anyone can do anything (within reason), as long as they push for it and never give up.

9. Any advice or other information you would like to share for future photographers?
    Like I said, push forward and never give up. There is ALWAYS room for improvement and growth. Stick through the tough times, and don't quit.

To look at Daniel's other work and websites go to:
http://www.danieldare.com
http://www.flickr.com/photos/danieldare
http://www.twitter.com/danieldare
http://www.myspace.com/danieldare

If you would like contact Daniel you can reach him at (916) 538-3273 or e-mail him at daniel@danieldare.com