David Akoubian of ‘Bear Woods Photography‘ first started his photography journey back in 1972, not even a year after Canon unveiled the now famous ‘F-1’ camera system. It took twenty years of learning and practicing his photography before he was able to pursue it as a career and become his own boss. Since then, he has worked alongside photography legends like Art Wolfe, been contracted by companies like Coca-Cola and had his work published in publications like Outdoor Photographer and Backpacker Magazine. Obviously, with a resume like that, it’s no wonder he was able to add Tamron Image Master to it five years ago. Akoubian described that moment as “Truly one of the greatest honors I have been bestowed during my career.” With Akoubian’s storied 25-year career anniversary happening in 2017, we were anxious to sit down and talk with the photographer about his work, his love for teaching photography, and how his childhood passion of painting helped him become an accomplished photographer. Tamron 16-300mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD MACRO at f/22, ISO 100, 1/2 second Being that the Canon F-1 came out just a year before you started your photography journey in 1972, was this the camera that accompanied you on those early days?
Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 at f/8, ISO 200, 1/80 second It took you 20 years to convert your hobby into a full-time career. What was your day job in those 20 years? At what point in those 20 years did you determine you wanted to work towards making this a full-time career?
Tamron SP 15-30mm F/2.8 Di VC USD at 15-30mm, f/2.8, ISO 3200, 30 seconds
You do a lot of teaching of young students, camera clubs, etc. What is it that attracts you to the educational aspect of nature photography?
Tamron SP 15-30mm F/2.8 Di VC USD at f/8, ISO 100, 1/80 second Before you got your first camera, you were a painter. Did you enjoy painting landscapes and nature scenes? How do you think your visual style transferred over from your painting?
Tamron 10-24mm F/3.5-4.5 Di II VC HLD You talk about your love for nature photography being born when your father took you to the Grand Tetons in 1976. Obviously, it seems that the Grand Tetons is your first true love, as you return quite often. Can you tell us about your connection to the Grand Tetons and how those mountains help you to clear your mind?
Tamron SP 35mm F/1.8 Di VC USD at f/11, ISO 100, 1/4 second Who inspires you as a nature photographer, either past or present. Who are some of the photographers that you respect and admire?
After speaking at length with Akoubian, it’s no wonder why he has maintained a successful career over two and a half decades. His work alone is exceptional, but his passion for sharing the beauty of nature resonates with almost everyone. All photos captions contain the Tamron Lens used as well as the EXIF data. Follow David Akoubian on his website ‘Bear Woods Photography‘, Facebook Page, and his Instagram. Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 at f8, ISO 1600, 1/1600 second Tamron SP 24-70mm F/2.8 Di VC USD at f/22, ISO 200, 1/13 second Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 at f/6.3, ISO 800, 1/160 second Tamron SP 35mm F/1.8 Di VC USD at f/16, ISO 100, 1/50 second Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 at f/8, ISO 1600, 1/200 second Tamron 18-200mm F/3.5-6.3 Di III VC at f/16, ISO 100, 1/5 second Tamron SP 24-70mm F/2.8 Di VC USD at f/16, ISO 200, 1/250 second Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 at f/8, ISO 1600, 1/400 second Tamron SP 24-70mm F/2.8 Di VC USD at f/22, ISO 100, 1/13 second Tamron 10-24mm F/3.5-4.5 Di II VC HLD at f/22, ISO 100, .8 seconds Tamron SP 15-30mm F/2.8 Di VC USD at f/2.8, ISO 3200, 30 seconds Tamron SP 90mm F/2.8 Di MACRO 1:1 VC USD at f/22, ISO 200, 2.5 seconds Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 at f/8, ISO 3200, 1/6400 second Tamron SP 15-30mm F/2.8 Di VC USD at f/11, ISO 100, 15 seconds Tamron SP 150-600mm F/5-6.3 Di VC USD G2 at f/11, ISO 400, 1/200 second Tamron SP 15-30mm F/2.8 Di VC USD at f/2.8, ISO 3200, 30 seconds Created in partnership with Tamronvia RSSMix.com Mix ID 8230553 http://ift.tt/2piRtfN
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