About Lesley

How would you describe your photography?

Distinctive – people often say to me “I saw this shot and I knew it was yours”

What separates you from other photographers?

My energy level & tenacity – both traits that have served me well in life and photography. I also think my personality is such that it puts people at ease in front of the camera.

What comment from a client do you most remember?

A 5 year old I photographed ask her mom after the shoot “Is she a kid or an adult?”

If you were not a photographer what would you be?

Unemployed.

Where could we find you on a day off?

Searching for a new fishing hole with my son or out on Old Forge Rd. on my bike.

What is a word that you would use to describe you?

Alive!

Doing such diverse photography, everything from families, weddings and commercial do you find it challenging changing gears from one shoot to another?

Quite the contrary – I have always thrived on challenges and new adventures in my life – it keeps me adrenalized about my work and never stagnant.

You moved to H-town 5 years ago from Santa Barbara, why?

I have my partner to blame for that – I mean she gets the credit for that. She grew up here.

What is the one place that you take friends and family when they come visit?

Krumpe’s - vintage Hagerstown.

What are some of the most common responses you receive from your clients after a photo shoot?

That it was much more fun than they ever would have thought and that they have a difficult time narrowing down images – too many great shots to choose from.

What is on your ipod right now?

Jack Johnson, Black Eyed Peas, Mary J. Blige, Susan Elizabeth …

What is one thing that you would want people to know about you?

I take my photography very seriously but, I have fun along the way!

Any last words of wisdom to pass on?

“Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come ALIVE.”