Welcome to Vintage Photography! This is my first official blog post and I thought it only appropriate for me to share a little about who we are. Chad and I are more than just photographers, we are two quirky, fun-loving and photography obsessed individuals who would love for our clients to get to know us better as people. So here are some fun tidbits about ourselves!
About Chad:
Chad as a photographer:
About Dre:
Dre as a photographer:
- I was named after a soap opera actor, Chad Everett
- I speak French
- I am a military brat having lived in Ontario, Quebec and Alberta
- I consider myself a geek loving technology, comics and superheroes
- I like to have the latest and greatest gadgets
- My day isn't complete without an injection of YouTube comedy, especially the Tonight Show with Jimmy Falon
- I have always been an artist
- Dre would say I am always dabbling with something on the computer
- My parents taught me to work hard with kindness and patience
- My favorite superhero is SupermanMy most unforgettable moment was photographing my little brother's wedding
- I don't function well without a Venti Caramel Macchiato
- Some would say I have too many super hero T-shirts
Chad as a photographer:
- I study anything and everything online ~ I'm like a sponge when it comes to learning new techniques
- I have taken classes in studio lighting, wedding photography, Lightroom and HDR
- I have an eye for framing the shot
- I love to capture moments that bring you back to a memory, feeling or moment
- I typically shoot full frame creating space and comfort
- I am the master creative editor for our Pin-Up and Film Noir shoots
- I can recreate any creative image
- I am the social media guru
About Dre:
- My nickname is Dre
- My real name is Andrea, pronounced "On-dre-ahh"
- I was born and raised in a VERY small town in Saskatchewan, Lake Lenore
- I collect anything to do with angels
- My day isn't complete without giving belly rubs to my fur babies Saydee and Buddie
- I love the beach and live for the sun
- I get my creative spirit from my grandparents who encouraged imagination and the value of play
- Chad says I love lists
- My most unforgettable moment has been my trip to Germany with my parents to trace the footsteps of my great grandmother's life
- My parents taught me the value of hard work, perseverance and giving back to the community
- I do not function well without a Grande Americano from Starbucks...or any coffee for that matter
- Some may say I have too many clothes in my closet
Dre as a photographer:
- I obtained my digital photography diploma from Red Deer College
- I have an eye for setting up the shots
- I love being the posing coach and researching the story boards for your shoot
- I love candid portraits that show the true emotion of the person
- I typically shoot with the 50mm lens for close up & intimate shots
- I enjoy taking photographs with your furry loved ones
- I love the look of glamour shots and unique lighting
- I have a vintage soul, so photographing Pin-Up, Film Noir & Old Hollywood is a like a dream for me
- Owning a photo booth was a way for us to always provide others with the love of photography
- We do not do well without the other ~ we often do not spend a lot of time a part
- We share a love for photography, coffee, wine and travel
- We love the simple things in life ~ cuddles with our cats, watching movies and visiting our friends
- We love sharing our photography with everyone ~ we love collaborations with local business, supporting charities and helping people look and feel beautiful and confident
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