We’re looking forward to introducing you to Andrew Bramasco. Check out our conversation below.
Hi Andrew, thank you so much for taking time out of your busy day to share your story, experiences and insights with our readers. Let’s jump right in with an interesting one: What is a normal day like for you right now?
On a normal day, I wake up, feed my hungry kitties, and step out in to the sunlight for a small gratitude practice.
I’ll check the morning emails for anything time sensitive and then get in a short workout before starting the day.
If I’m shooting that day, I’ll get my kit prepared for the task at hand and load it up, Some days are dedicated for editing though.
A normal shoot day starts around 11 unless the property is in a good place for a sunrise. I shoot until the sun goes down and pack up.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
My name is Andrew. I’m a photographer and videographer of homes. I don’t do it on my own though. My wife, Melissa and I are a team and we shoot these projects together.
I’ve been in the industry for just under 20 years and primarily stay in Southern California from San Diego to Santa Barbara.
Amazing, so let’s take a moment to go back in time. Who taught you the most about work?
My friend Steve Magner has been the biggest influence on my growth as a photographer in the last 10 years. We’ve spent countless hours shooting together, growing together, and giving each other super in depth critique of our work. We share new strategy and technique and it’s been monumental in my professional growth.
Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
Yeah, kind of recently actually. It was about 4 or 5 years ago and I was drained. This career can lead to burn out very quickly and I was beyond burning the candle at both ends. I was considering moving in to a new field.
I ended up doing a bit of coaching with Tony Colangelo which helped me get out of my head and start doing something different that broke up the monotony of it all.
Shortly after that I met with several photographers at a few conferences that re-ignited my passion for it and I’ve been on a non stop growth spurt since then.
So a lot of these questions go deep, but if you are open to it, we’ve got a few more questions that we’d love to get your take on. What’s a cultural value you protect at all costs?
I don’t really have any. I grew up on my own without parents in my life so my culture came from my friends, I feel like I’ve grown in to a person who values the culture of many from my travels and experience with new people as I’ve gotten older. I treat people the way I’d like to be treated and do as much as I can to pay it forward.
Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. Are you tap dancing to work? Have you been that level of excited at any point in your career? If so, please tell us about those days.
Yeah, all the time! I love walking into a project and knowing it’s going to be one for the books. I’m ecstatic to see new styles of architecture and interiors.
I’m a big fan of shooting sprawling estates that require a blend of architecture and landscape photography to paint the full picture. Those are the projects I get the most excited about.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.andrewbramasco.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewbramasco/
Image Credits
Portrait by Anouk Morgan
