GOOD STUFF - ISSUE #1

INTERVIEW
Saúl Aguilar
Photographic Panache
When did you first get bitten by the photobug and how
long after this before you decided to make it your career?
Photography has always been my passion but it was when I
moved to Paris that the passion increased. 3 years after I
arrive to Paris I decided to make photography my career (2012)
When on a travel assignment any special tricks you use to
plan divide up your working day to get the most out of it?
Yes, the 1st thing I do is to check on internet the existing
photos of the place during sunset and sunrise to get an idea
of what I can get. I never copy other photographers but I use
their images as inspiration. The next thing I do is to check the
weather. Based on that I decide in which day I’ll take photos
during sunrise and with days during sunset and the locations.
Do you have a favourite season to photograph ? If so what
is it that you most like about the season and what it brings
to an image.
Yes, my favorite season is spring. This is because all the
colors come back, there is more light and the people look
happier.
What’s the main focus of your photography for ? Any new directions that you’re looking to take your work?
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ou have some iconic images where you bring a real sense of romance beauty to a scene that may be
predominately architectural. What are the main elements you look to bring together to create these ext
Level images?
There are 3 important things I always have in mind in order to make a “great” photo:
1. Composition: putting the elements in order to make my photo more attractive.
2. Light: I shoot during magic hour or when is the best for the photo I’m looking for.
3. Edition: enhancing the colors and contrast of my images.
If you were to pen a quick “locals guide” to Paris what would be
your tips to visitors for the following;
Great place to Stay?
My favorite place to stay in Paris is Plaza Athenee. It’s a 5 star hotel
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It’s located in the luxury couture area and just a few blocks away
from Champs Elysées Avenue. (Image on right shot from Plaza
Athenee)
est ats?
The best places to eat are the ones far from touristic areas or
landmarks. For French food look for “Brasseries”. One of my favorite
restaurants is La Maison Blanche. A picnic at the Champs de mars or
Jardins du Trocadero is also a good idea.
Photographic hot spots to visit in Paris?
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Top of arc de triomphe, Top of Sacre coeur, Top of Montparnasse
tower (best view of Paris) Pont Alexandre II.
Images courtesy of Saúl Aguilar @saaggo
What’s on your playlist this month?
Playlist? Music? I like rock like RHCP, Muse, Metallica and Molotov.