One drink in and only one, Fashiona was sparring with the charming Mr. Dickey, Janelle pulled her aside to interview Ms. Reeves
Fashiona: So thanks for talking with me tonight.
Skylar: Thanks for coming to my event.
Fashiona: What got you interested in photography?
Skylar: I grew up in a boarding school in Maryland and was bored to death. My roommate was into photography and she used to sneak me into the dark room to keep her company. I was hooked easily on photography, but I was kicked out of boarding school shortly after that.
Fashiona: It happens. What happened after you got the photography bug?
Skylar: I went to Brooks Institute and then Portfolio Center here in Atlanta.
Fashiona: How would you describe your approach to photography?
Skylar: I am very visual. I love fashion but not labels. If it appeals to me and I shoot it. I like to infuse satire and humor in my pictures. I don't shy away from controversy.
Photo Credit: Skylar Reeves
Fashiona:Which photographers do you admire?
Skylar: I like Michael Thompson and Annie Leibovitz and photojournalists in general.
Fashiona: What are your future plans?
Skylar: I am looking forward to branching out to California and New York.
Fashiona: I certainly wish you luck. Although I'll warn you from one Southern girl to another who lived in NYC for 10+ years, your Southern charm will be shock to some jaded New Yorkers.
Skylar: I have to be myself (laughing).
Fashiona: I certainly respect that. As we close and you get back to your guests, can you share some words of wisdom to younger photographers?
Skylar: First learn the traditional art of photography. Spend as much time in the darkroom as possible and learn the mechanics of film and then learn digital.
Fashiona: Great advice and thanks again for your time.
To see more of Skylar's work go to her website at skylarreeves.com
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