Interview with Erin McConnell

What camera(s) did you use for Cameras and Coffee?  

• Canon 650 with Lomography’s LomoChrome Purple

How do you enjoy your coffee?  

• I loved my vanilla matcha from Kitab, they’ve never made me a bad drink.

What is your favorite way to express your creativity?  

• Obviously, through photography, but more specifically, through portraiture.

What inspires you to be creative?  

• I find inspiration everywhere! What inspires me the most is media like films/movies and fashion magazines.

How do you approach starting a new creative project?  

• It really depends on the project. I usually don’t approach every project the same way, but you’ll never catch me coming to a shoot underprepared.

What is your proudest moment in your creative career?  

• I can give you a top 3: graduating from art school (twice!), studying Color Theory in Japan for my undergrad, and creating 3 separate billboard campaigns in Michigan.

Who are your creative influences?  

• There are too many to list! I’m very lucky to be surrounded by an incredibly talented community of photographers. If I had to put someone at the top, it would be Lindsay Adler.

What are your creative goals for the upcoming year?

• I’m trying to shoot at least 1-3 personal projects a month. My big goal for next year is to book an international wedding.