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For all of you that may or may not know me, will learn that photography is my biggest passion in life. Having the capability and urge to capture a moment in time, is of essence to me more than anything in life. That moment and memory of all that is tangible is such a beautiful thing. To know after you snap the button of the camera and you hear it flash, you know it is yours forever.

For me, photography is something I treasure and take pride in, I'm so fortunate to have the privilege to capture one's soul and emotion and embrace that beauty forever. To be able to share those wonderful memories with the world for a lifetime to come is so meaningful to me. My inspired path in life is guiding me to fulfill my aspirations and passion as a photographer. Knowing something that you will love pursuing forever at such an early stage in life seems so rare to me. So I am going to take this opportunity and make the most of it!

Even on this cloudy summer day, I can look out the window and see and feel the beauty of the outside world. Knowing there is a moment awaiting for me to capture! There's so much endless beauty in life that is over looked each and every day. For instance, the way the light is shining through the leaves on a gorgeous fall day, illuminating all that is perfect and alive. Or a smile from a stranger that may pass you by, that will leave a lasting impression for a lifetime. It's all worth taking in and remembering forever, so I will capture those captivating and priceless moments in life to show my appreciation for it all.

Photography is something I cherish and I continue to search out and discover. I have began to look at the world through my own eyes and interpret it in the way I that I choose. Since I have established that, I will decide on how I want to capture that very moment and time. What you see is what you get with me. There is a story behind it all, whether you see it or you don't. I have only begun with this new found passion, but I dream to go far.

I'm so thankful to everyone for all their support throughout these past 3 years of my photography endeavors. Without all of you, where would I be? I have received endless amounts of feedback that has really strengthened my perspective and inspirational drive for photography. So again thank you everyone for believing in me :)

Whether I'm capturing portraiture photography, nature photography or animal photography etc. ,I aim to bring creativity and passion to every project and moment. I desire and strive for each individual to have a memorable experience on that day, as well as beautiful and unique art for their homes. All of my work is charged with emotion, creativity, and so much meaning. I do everything in my power to develop and transform a moment into what I experienced and felt during the time of capturing that memory.

I just felt that it was time that I shared my aspirations and dreams with all that care about me and who enjoy my work. As well as any of you that desire to work with me in the future. I have so much to offer with my photography, and I'm ready for the long haul. So if you are interested in working with someone who is compassionate, dedicated, and open-minded. Please don't hesitate to contact me :)

I am just in the beginning stages of getting my work out there, so feel free to pass on the word if you would like. I would greatly appreciate it! Also, I am in the process of getting a website together with all of my work, with prices and sizing options. Regardless of that not being available yet, you can still purchase any of my prints at any size with no problems. Just message me on here or feel free to email me at payne218@gmail.com.

I've had numerous people interested in doing photo shoots with me. Once Brooks and I's move to Cary is finalized and we are settled in. I will be accepting appointments from then on out. So please feel free to contact me and set up an appointment any time starting September of 09' with any questions or concerns regarding location or pricing of the photo sessions and packages.

I'm looking forward to what the future holds for me and anybody that I may potentially work with :) Thank you to all who took the time to read this, it means a lot to me! I will keep you all posted with my progress.

FYI:

My work can be viewed on this website or:

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Contact Information:

April Payne
payne218@gmail.com
919-760-9723

Favorite Photography Quotes :

"In my mind's eye, I visualize how a particular . . . sight and feeling will appear on a print. If it excites me, there is a good chance it will make a good photograph. It is an intuitive sense, an ability that comes from a lot of practice." - Ansel Adams

"A great photograph is a full expression of what one feels about what is being photographed in the deepest sense, and is, a true expression of what one feels about life in its entirety." - Ansel Adams

"A true photograph need not be explained, nor can it be contained in words." - Ansel Adams

"When I'm ready to make a photograph, I think I quite obviously see in my minds eye something that is not literally there in the true meaning of the word. I'm interested in something which is built up from within, rather than just extracted from without." - Ansel Adams