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Lobo Saintori, "Perceptions"

Lobo Saintori "Perceptions" is now exhibiting for July and August. Through his photography eye, he captures glimpses of views of slices of life as he perceives it.

I had a chance to meet this wonderful photographer. Answering questions that I had for him, Lobo reveals how he got started and why he takes photos . . .

What is your very first camera?
My aunt's. An old  Invikta TL. I still have it. It was made around 1973 and she gave it to me for my 14th birthday in 1979. 

Do you own more than one camera? If so, which one is your favorite?
Yes, I have a collection of antique cameras and also several I use regularly. I would have to say my Cannon 7D mark II is my favorite. 



What were your first pieces like?
I did the usual surprise photos around the house of my mother and grandmother, much to their dismay, but my first real photos were landscapes. I always loved hiking and would walk the hills of Northern New Jersey where I grew up and take pictures of the lake and surrounding areas



What was the turning point that directed you to the path you are taking with your photography?

I spent many years in the Air Force and subsequently, moved around the country where I got many opportunities to catch nature photos Moving to the beaches of the east coast had a huge impact on my most recent projects and my love of hiking was a huge factor.


Do you use darkroom techniques? Or is all your works on the computer? and what programs do you do for your editing?

I mostly do digital imaging nowadays but I still love to do things by hand when I can. I grew up with a black room in my aunt's studio in my home and it is always great to get my hands dirty and go back to the basics. 

Who is your favorite photographer? or photographers? and why?
I have several; Ansel Adams for his great unmatchable landscapes; Helen Levitt for the way she captures people in their every day lives, yet displays a real poetic vision; and Charles O'Rear for all the incredible pieces he has displayed in National Geographic for over 20 years. And honestly I am inspired, and motivated by anyone who has the courage and vision to grab a camera, and share their image with others. 

Enjoy his assortments of photos at Gallery 24. And watch out for the weasel! Click here to visit Gallery 24.

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  1. PieniJuly 13, 2015 at 10:23 AM

    Hi. Just letting you know, I recommended your gallery and blog on my gallery blog's Tumblr page :) http://galleriakakku.tumblr.com/post/123985732153/i-wanted-to-recommend-this-great-gallery-gallery

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