In the Studio with

Sonya Lang

This Saturday we introduce you to artist Sonya Lang!

How did you start making art?

When I was about 9 years old, I became interested in photography. Using my mother’s little 110 camera I quickly was dubbed the family photographer documenting our family as we grew. Although I have always enjoyed entering images in the fair, I didn’t really get creative with it until about 12 years ago as my girls became teens and I had time to find my creative outlet and discovered my artistic side.

Why do you create and what need does it satisfy?

When I am behind the camera, it doesn’t matter what the subject, when my inspiration is sparked, I lose track of time and next thing I know its hours later, I call that getting my zen on!

As an artist, what is your most important tool?

The camera is my most important tool, it doesn’t matter how expensive the equipment, it matters what I have when I am inspired. I do use my phone camera but I prefer my DLSR and the freedom the different lenses bring to capture my inspiration.

What is something that you can’t live without in your studio and why?

Inside my studio would be my computer for image editing. While I work hard to get the best image in camera, I don’t limit my creativity to just that tool. I like to play in editing to complete my vision.

What is your least favorite part of your process?

What is your favorite part?

The act of getting out and doing what I love and losing track of time! Then sharing my work with others. I enjoy meeting other photographers/artists and have met so many awesome friends through sharing at the gallery, shows, and out on the trail.