IN FOCUS WOMEN PROFILE - Rach Stewart

RACH STEWART - NEW ZEALAND

What sparked your interest in Photography?

Walking the beach at sunset every night, taking little snaps on my Iphone! I had recently changed jobs where I was no longer creating, which had left a void. I had always had a huge interest in art and photography was a new kind of art form for me. It filled that void I had and my passion grew strong and quickly.

How long have you been shooting for?

About 6 years

What is your favourite type of photography?

Long exposure, landscape, areial and surf.

What is in your camera bag?

My kit has not changed too much over the years! I have the Canon 5DMkIV, Canon 16-35mm F2.8mkiii, Canon 50mm F1.4, Tamron 70-200 F2.8, Mavic Pro 2, Ikelite Underwater Housing, Manfrotto i90 Carbon fibre tripod, Nisi Filters and Go Pro.

What would your dream kit be?

The above kit with an added 1DXMkIII, I'd love to try a Canon mirrorless, Canon F2.8 24-70mm.

What software do you use to process your images?

Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom

Who are your top 3 photography insirations?

Erin Babnik

Cath Simar (her editing and the places she goes, wow)

Michael Shainblum

What are your top 3 bucket list locations you want to shoot?

Iceland

Patagonia

Humpback Whales in Tonga or Tahiti

What are you social media handles?

Instagram: @rachstewartnz

Facebook: @rachstewartnz

Website: www.rachstewartphotography.com