Photographer of the Month x3 - New Year Special!!

How are you doing, fancy photographers?!

In this special New Year edition we introduce you to THREE awesome photographers starting with josephlowphotography from Malaysia, followed by archiekwa from Singapore and closing with greengreencat from Austria!
Enjoy knowing more about these talented photographers and the showcase of their pictures!


ABOUT josephlowphotography


KWC: Introduce yourself. How old are you, where do you live, and what do you do?
josephlowphotography Hi everyone, my name is Joseph Low, 22 years old, currently a student and I live in Malaysia.



KWC: Do you have any other hobbies besides cosplay photography?
josephlowphotography
I play sports such as basketball and badminton when I have the free time from my studies and also a pc gamer.




KWC: What is your favorite game/manga/anime/comic/movie?
josephlowphotography Tough question…I don’t really have anything favorite at the moment but I shall go with the currents one I’m following so it would be Final Fantasy XIV/Nisekoi/Kyoukai No Kanata/ Don’t really follow comics OTL/ Rurouni Kenshin movie.




KWC: Which are your favorite characters?
josephlowphotography My favorite character are Lightning from Final Fantasy XIII, Saber from Fate series, Levi from Shingeki no Kyoujin.



KWC: Do you have a favourite photographer or a role model?
josephlowphotography My current favorite cosplay photographers are Bunny Tuan (Really love the way she portrait out the story from the anime/manga series and so much feels in it just by looking at the picture and also amazing use of natural lights and backlights), 35ryo (Amazing color tones, lightings  and powerful photo composition where able to portrait out the emotion of the character in the series), Hybridre  (Love the way she frame her subject nicely using ultra wide angle, amazing compo, colors tones and lights in it) and many more great photographers out there.

ABOUT PHOTOGRAPHY


KWC: Why and how did you become a cosplay photographer? Did you have any help?
josephlowphotography I was brought to a cosplay convention in the year 2010 by two photographer friends and since after that I started interested in cosplay photography and bought myself a dSLR using my money I earned from my part time (OTL). I had a lot of help from other cosplay photographer friends and they their work inspired me to work harder and improve myself in it.



KWC: What does photography mean to you?
josephlowphotography Photography is where I can express myself and capture the important moment in life and memories. Photography is why I work hard and have a goal in my life and also hope to travel around the world to capture different country culture and streets. Most importantly I do hope to see people smile with happiness and joy from my photos.




KWC: Which camera do you use?
josephlowphotography I’m currently using a Canon EOS 500D which is my first and current camera (I do hope to change when I start working ;_



KWC: Do you prefer manual or auto focusing?
josephlowphotography Auto focusing would be my default usage unless under extreme low light conditions.

KWC: Which lenses do you use?
josephlowphotography Sigma 10-20mm f/4.0-5.6, Canon 50mm f/1.8, Canon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS



KWC: How do you pick the place to shoot? And the photo angles?
josephlowphotography I usually pick location closest to the respective series/character  in order to bring out the story in it. Angles I would pretty much work out with the cosplayers to come out something which we both like =3=b



KWC: What have you learned as a photographer?
josephlowphotography I learn how to communicate with different people and also learn a lot photography technique since I’m had no background in any arts or this industry.



KWC: Useful tips for the future photographers.
josephlowphotography Keep cosplay photography fun and do not be afraid to try something new


Websites:
www.facebook.com/jricephotogar…
josephlowphotography.deviantar…








ABOUT archiekwa



KWC: Introduce yourself. How old are you, where do you live, and what do you do?
archiekwa
Hi, my name is Archie Kwa I am 20yrs old and I am from Singapore but now living in Jakarta (Indonesia). I am currently not doing anything while waiting for university to start.



KWC: Do you have any other hobbies besides cosplay photography?
archiekwa
Well I am currently exploring cosplay as a Cosplayer, so I think that counts as other hobbies beside cosplay photography.

KWC: What is your favorite game/manga/anime/comic/movie?
archiekwa
My personal favourite will be Fullmetal Alchemist



KWC: Which are your favorite characters?
archiekwa
Also from Fullmetal Alchemist, my favourite character will be Roy Mustang



KWC: Do you have a favourite photographer or a role model? archiekwa
I have no specific favourite photographer or role model that I follow but I do often browse through DA for inspiration.


ABOUT PHOTOGRAPHY


KWC: Why and how did you become a cosplay photographer? Did you have any help?archiekwa
I have been a fan of anime and photography since young and I am always amaze everytime I see a cosplayer.
But it is not until one of my friend ask me for help to shoot for their cosplay that I realize Cosplay Photography can be very interesting.



KWC: What does photography mean to you?
archiekwa
Photography is a hobby that I really enjoy. It makes me happy and it give me the adrenaline whenever I am trying to shoot a challenging concept.



KWC: Which camera do you use?
archiekwa
Currently my main weapon of choice will be my Nikon D800.



KWC: Do you prefer manual ou auto focusing?
archiekwa
Of course I prefer Auto Focusing. However I do use Manual Focus is the situation does not allow for auto focusing.




KWC: Which lenses do you use?
archiekwa
I have a few lenses in my weaponry. However my favourite 3 will be my Nikon 16-35 f/4 ; Nikon AF-D 50mm f/1.4 ; Nikon AF-D 105mm f/2 DC.

KWC: How do you pick the place to shoot? And the photo angles?
archiekwa
Basically I will try to pick a location that resembles the scene that I am doing from the anime.
As for the angle, it really depends on the subjects/cosplayer. If I am doing a very signature scene from an anime I will try to follow closely even the photo angle. If not I it will depend on the cosplayer.



KWC: What have you learned as a photographer?
archiekwa
I used to be very shy to speak up, but ever since I become a photographer, learned to speak up more. I can also communicate better with other people.

KWC: Useful tips for the future photographers.
archiekwa
Practice makes perfect. There is no shortcut to success other than practice

Websites:
You can check my facebook page at www.facebook.com/FringeAndFilm













ABOUT greengreencat



KWC: Introduce yourself. How old are you, where do you live, and what do you do?
greengreencatHello everyone! 😊 My nick is greencat, I'm 23 and from Austria! Cosplay photography is really my passion!




KWC: Do you have any other hobbies besides cosplay photography?
greengreencat Yeah sure! Animals are really important to me and I think many animals are treated really bad. Therefore I'm an animal rights acitivst and do a lot of stuff in this area. Beside that I enjoy to spend time with good friends and if I have time, some sports is also nice!



KWC: What is your favorite game/manga/anime/comic/movie?
greengreencat Ragnarok Online/Bleach/Death Note/now it's getting a bit more complicate ... There are a lot of good comics and movies ^^



KWC: Which are your favourite characters?
greengreencat There are so many great characters. I can't rally decide for a favourite one.


KWC: Do you have a favourite photographer or a role model? :devgreengreencat:
Role models are always a bit difficult. I think every person is individual and if you have a strict role model you cant develop yourself. Not my favourite photographer, but the funniest one is Kai from DigitalRev. If you have time, you have to watch the videos form him. (www.youtube.com/user/DigitalRe…)


ABOUT PHOTOGRAPHY


KWC: Why and how did you become a cosplay photographer? Did you have any help?greengreencat
I watched animes since I'm young. Then I went to my first convention (in Australia btw), which was more of a coincidence. It was really fascinated to see all the amazing cosplays and so one step led to another. I got help and support from a lot of people. Thank you all! 😊



KWC: What does photography mean to you?
greengreencat
Photography for me is to capture a special moment for eternity. Every photo tells it's own story and is unique! So for me it's an awesome form of art!



KWC: Which camera do you use?
greengreencat
Currently a Canon 5dmkII
But I think what camera you use it not that important.



KWC: Do you prefer manual ou auto focusing?
greengreencat
To be honest, I'm a bit lazy and use most of the time auto focus.

KWC: Which lenses do you use?
greengreencat
I'm really fond of prime lenses. I can really recommand that, if you have an DSLR. My favourite one is the 85mm.



KWC: How do you pick the place to shoot? And the photo angles?
greengreencat
That's different. Sometimes the cosplayer have really good ideas or we look together for a place. Photo angles are also a really important thing. If you take a picture from above, the cosplayer looks smaller and from the bottom the opposite and so on.


KWC: What have you learned as a photographer?
greengreencat
Really a lot and I'm still learning! 😊 I think the composistion is one of the most important things!



KWC: Useful tips for the future photographers.
greengreencat
Be yourself and have your own style!

Websites: www.facebook.com/photogreencat

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See you next month! ;D

HAPPY NEW YEAR!





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