Somebody had asked me the other day what I liked the most: to model or to take photographs? Now, I'm in no position to talk about categories or techiniques or whatever. But I can talk for myself and my photographs. I actually stopped to think about it and couldn't get to a final conclusion.
I've never considered myself as a "Model" as in, a professional way. The only reason why I started taking pictures with me in them, was simply because.... I couldn't find anybody to pose for me. Plus the fact I don't depend on scheduling anything; I take the picture when I feel like doing it so , no need to book appointments. That's the practical side. I got used to be in front of the camera, however, I'm still shy. And taking all this in consideration, I do feel like being in front of the camera gave me a certain freedom that I wouldn't have if I had just stayed behind it.
Taking pictures is a different business. I find that I use the pictures when I can put things into words. I like to feel the urge of expressing myself corroding my body and my brain. Turning the place upside down, rushing to get the idea right and set the timer before I just forget what I wanted to do. Before the "mood" is gone. Each click is a little thought, a little something that I carry with me and not always get the chance to put it out on a normal day, following the usual routine.
I think it's nice to mix. to set the timer and rush to position, to have a personal challenge that I'm still trying to get over with. Strange is I've taken so many years to get into this. Both are equally important for me as I try to figure out the different moods and traits sunk in me.
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