Spotlight Photographer of the Week
Week 22: Washington
My name is: DesiRae Sapp
Right now I’m sitting at: my desktop computer, preparing to meet with a bride today.
My family includes: I have a wonderful husband, who I have known since we were nine years old. He’s the love of my life.
What inspires me is: The new beginnings that our couples are making inspires me. I’m touched with each of them. I have been photographing weddings for seven years and never get bored working with people in love.
The photographer who most inspires me would be: Seven years ago to took a workshop with Bruce Hudson. He went through everything to be successful – and it worked! Even though everything is digital now, I learned so much from that class. It was one of the best things I’ve ever done for myself. www.hudsonportraits.com
When hanging out online you will usually find me: I have a business website of course. But now, I’m keeping up with the times on Facebook. Since moving to Washington, this has been a really fun way to keep in touch with my friends.
The first thing I crave in the morning is: Water – I’m not always hungry, but I’m really thirsty. Even though it rains a lot here, the air is pretty dry.
Don’t tell anyone that I love: Chocolate – I’m trying to lose at least 40 lbs, and chocolate is the enemy. (I’m thinking about it right now!)
To me “beautiful” is: What you are doing with your life – I believe that you make the choices that make your inward beauty be seen by everybody, and you can be a happier person. If you are doing the best you can with your abilities, other people see that.
This year’s purchases MUST include: I’m not a greedy person, but I want a lot of stuff. I know I won’t get it this year: Washer & Dryer, Awning & Furniture for the deck, Sofa for my office, New Quantum lights, and New Awesome Studio Lights.
My guilty pleasure is: Ice cream (with chocolate – yes, we are back to that!)
If I had $500 to spend on myself today, I would buy: Definitely, a new outfit and jeans.
I think my best feature: My hair – it’s the only asset that I really like. I never dye it and just cut it maybe twice a year. Its healthy and I love it.
I am addicted to: Watching Martha Stewart. I don’t care if it sounds old lady-ish. There’s a lot of good ideas on the show and now I have lots of projects to do. Since I’ve only been married for a year, there is a lot of advice about cooking and taking care of the home. Now, I don’t have to look too dumb in front of my mother-in-law.
One personal goal I have this year would be: Everyone always wants to have a great year with their business – that’s a given. Since I’ve only been in Washington for a year, I would like to go around and find fabulous locations for photos. There are lots of parks here and we are close to the water. I also have a goal of setting up a studio in our home. It might take some time to get everything together, but it will definitely be worth it!
Visit DesiRae’s website