Where can we find you online?

www.urbanpulse.com.au <http://www.urbanpulse.com.au/> – due to launch very soon www.viberesources.com <http://www.viberesources.com/> –

launching 1 February reneeoakenfull.typepad.com – the blog

Who/What led you to the ACOCP?

I met Jessie on a forum and we got to chatting via IM. I had heard about ACOCP before and knew that it was an organization I wanted to be involved with. After chatting with Jessie I felt ready and here I am… I truly believe that life is not about just what you can get out of it but what you can give as well.

When/how did you know that photography was your thing?

When I have the camera in my hands I feel that I have finally found my voice, my way of speaking to the world. I’d always felt like I didn’t have a ‘thing’ but that feeling was completely turned around with photography.

Who are your favorite photographers?

There are 3 that I am really finding inspiration in at the moment. The first is a couple: Jeff & Julia Woods. Not only are they amazing photographers but they do it all with 4 children that they homeschool.

How’s that for inspiration? I’m inspired by Jesh de Rox, his way of looking at the world, his way of just being and of course his talent.

Last but not least I’ve got to say Joey Lawrence because… well gosh, just look at his stuff and you’ll know why.

What tips can you give parents for taking better photos of their kids?

Get in closer, take it down to their level… capture everything about them – not just the pretty hair style with the big smile and the wall as a background… capture them playing, laughing, eating, crying…

Describe your style of photography

I always have trouble answering this question. I’m going to cheat here.

Not long ago I was involved in a keywording exercise with some other photographers. We chose photos that speak to us and then asked everyone to give 3 words that they thought of when looking at them. I’ll steal their words for this answer… colourful, sassy, dramatic

What’s your favourite food?

Red Bull is my all time favourite food group. Wha? Not a food group???

Hush now!

Where do you see yourself in five years?

I’d like to have run a marathon, attended a seminar with each of the above photographers, be an international photographer, learn time management, tour the Red Bull factory, own a 2 storey house and still be friends with my husband and children.

A recent favourite photo

Thanks Renee!