SheFeatures: Tina Hogg
Name: Tina Hogg
Camera: Fujifilm X-T3 and Fujifilm X-T5
Favourite type(s) of photography: Street, macro and abstract
Instagram: @photo_nan_ and @streetnan_
Location: Wirral, UK
How did you get into photography?
I have always been interested in photography, but with the birth of my first granddaughter, I decided to buy a camera. She is now 18 years old and I have 4 more granddaughters.
Do you have any photographic qualifications or accolades?
I am self-taught and have no qualifications or accolades.
What's the first photograph you remember seeing or shooting?
Years ago, I took a picture on a point-and-shoot film camera, which I hoped had worked, but it turned out to be really bad. It was taken through some trees.
What do you love about photography?
I love that no one else sees things the way I do. Even if you are standing next to another person, the images are different and so personal.
What do you wish you'd learned about photography earlier?
I really wish that I had started to learn photography a lot younger, but I am enjoying my journey now.
Where is your favourite place for photography?
I love going into Liverpool, or any city, they are all so different. I’m not keen on studio photography, I have given it a go but it’s not my thing at all. I’m more of a candid photographer. I do, of course,, shoot some pictures at home, but only when I need to - it’s not my go-to thing.
Do you have a favourite photographic technique?
Candid, macro and double exposure.
Can you briefly outline your approach to image processing?
I shot in raw and use my iPad Pro to edit my pictures. I am not a very technical person and don’t do very much editing at all. I tend not to spend very long at all on each picture. Some pictures work in colour, but for street photography, I mainly use black and white as I find using colour distracting and it’s hard to see the subject you are focusing on.
What's your favourite lens?
For my street work, my Fujifilm XF 35mm F/2 R WR.
Read our review of the Fujifilm X-T5
Do you have a favourite accessory?
My Lensball and Lensbaby Omni Creative Filter System.
Have you found the perfect camera bag yet?
I like Peak Design bags. I have a small one for street photography and an Everyday Backpack for macro photography days.
Which photographers have influenced or inspired you, and how or why?
Vivian Maier was a person who you might just walk past in the street, but she had a wonderful way of telling a story using her camera. Her use of reflections is inspiring for me and has had a big influence on my images.
Please recommend 2 or 3 female photographers to follow on Instagram.
Paula Wilks @saxtraction, Janina Wilde @janina_wilde1 and Linda Wride @lindawride.
Is there a camera, lens or accessory that you don't have yet but you'd like to buy at some point?
The Lensbaby Sweet 22.
Read our review of the Lensbaby Sweet 22
Is there a photography genre you love but haven't tried yet?
Wildlife.
What's your proudest photographic moment?
Years ago, I did an exhibition, and seeing how people reacted to my work was a very proud moment.
If you could have one superpower that could help you with photography, what would it be?
To be recognised as a photographer.
Your favourite baked goods are?
Cakes!
Please tell us a little about yourself.
I am dyslexic and see the world better with pictures than words. I also lack confidence, but hiding behind the camera helps me to watch and capture special moments that other people may not see.
I am lucky enough to own a campervan, so I can travel a lot. I am also retired and able to go away when I want.
