Local Lens: Ashley Hernández

“Every path is the right path. Everything could’ve been anything else. And it would have just as much meaning.”

Biography

Name:
Ashley Hernández

Age:
23

Occupation:
Freelance photographer & videographer

Hometown:
Caracas, Venezuela

Current town:
Aventura, Florida

Interview

Do you surf?

Doing my best effort with Longboard, is so much fun! I gotta ask my friend Matthew what he thinks about my shortboard skills.

Favorite thing about shooting?

Challenging myself to be creative with each shot.

How did you learn to shoot surf photography?

This is new for me so I’m still learning. I read articles and ask photographers how to get to the next level. Suggestions by surfers are welcome too!

Shooting set-up?

Sony 6300 16mm-55mm Meikon Housing
Canon 60D 55mm-250mm

How can the surf community help you?

Shoot me with a DM if you’re going to surf some badass waves! Please, let me know if sharks are around!

Best day ever?

The day I found out how to stop time and hold it a.k.a. the day I was introduced into my photographic journey.

Looking forward to…

Walk the longboard and swim with sharks (I gotta overcome that fear).

Words of Wisdom?

“Every path is the right path. Everything could’ve been anything else. And it would have just as much meaning.”

Best travel experience?

Definitely Australia, wonderful country with the greatest vibes! I went for a couple of months and my advice is to stay no less than four weeks. So many places to shoot and surf!

Surf photography is…

therapy.

Shout outs?

Matthew, thank you for taking me during your surf sessions. Ernie, I wouldn’t be able to shoot [underwater] if it wasn’t for your unconditional support.

Gallery

Connect

Ashley Hernández Website

Ashley Hernández Facebook

Ashley Hernández Instagram

 


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