I Heart Home, Interview with Tricia Breidenthal

Whilst strolling through Flickr one day, I found the stunning photography of Tricia Breidenthal. She is an amazingly talented gal, working as a book designer by day and photographer/ treasure hunter in her spare time. Hope you enjoy getting to know her better and her incredibly wonderful vintage vignettes of her home.

Heather: Tell us a bit about yourself and how you became interested in photography...

 

Tricia: I think I’ve always been the stylist at heart. I used to dress up my Barbie’s and stuffed animals when I was a child and then take photos. It wasn’t until college that I finally took a photography class. Much to my surprise, I was asked by the instructor to present my photo assignment to my class of over 100 people! That was quite a boost of confidence for an amateur like myself. After college, I spent a little time in the darkroom and did some photo assisting but really did not like it, at all. Unfortunately, those less-than-fun experiences overshadowed my love of photography, and I put it aside for many years. I’m not sure what compelled me to return to shooting photos, but I have a much greater satisfaction from it now that I can enjoy the creativity of it, rather than the mechanics, rules and requirements associated with traditional photography.

 

Heather: What are your favorite items to collect?

Tricia: I frequent local garage and estate sales, and have grown to love old, wooden boxes. They are generally inexpensive and clean up really well. The ones with dovetailed joints and slider lids are my absolute favorites. I also have some old jewelry boxes that I like to use to display my collection of tiny things. I just acquired a pink satin one that I promptly set on my desk and filled with office supplies like paper clips, rubber bands, tacks, etc.

 

Heather: Where do you find inspiration?

Tricia: Nature is where I find the most inspiration. I love the colors in the garden at dusk. The ocean is another place where I find motivation for my creations. The soft hues of white, tan and brown; seashells and sand; as well as the saturated blue-green water all feel very soothing to me.

Heather: What is your favorite color/ color combinations? 

Tricia: I’m a huge fan of pink, all shades. I particularly like it paired with pale blues. I also love the muted greenish-blue color of water. Contrast is something that I am very much attracted to. I often create this by incorporating black and/or dark brown into my décor, designs and photos.

 

Heather: What is on your creative "to do" list?

Tricia: Oh my gosh, what isn’t on my creative list?! I have to stay very organized because I have a lot of projects going at once. On my short-term “to-do” list I’m constantly creating gifts. I make some jewelry and stationery from my photos. I am constantly updating files from my existing designs for my blog, etsy, flickr and my professional book-design website. And, this brings me to my long-term goal, which is that I wish to compile enough interesting material, be it crafts, art, design, collections and of course, photographs to create a book. 

For more of Tricia's designs visit her Flickr page, blog, and book design site.

Comments

[Nuit]

You are so right Heather, she is incredibly talented, what a lovely collection of photos and treasures... I sure enjoyed this interview a lot!

xo
Nuit

[Tricia]

Oh Heather, Thank you so much for this great privilege of being featured on your gorgeous blog! You've created such a beautiful display of my photography. When I first saw it, I got a lump in my throat. You too, are a truly talented and generous person, thank you for the honor :)

xo
Tricia

[Kylie]

Tricia is one of my very best friends so of course I not impartial but great friend or not she is immensely talented and I am so happy for her that she is being recognized for it. I am truly so proud of her accomplishments as an artist. She has a wonderful gift for finding unknown treasures and making them special and unique. Thank you Heather for writing such kind words about my amazing friend.

[Very Sparklie]

I love this featured article! Tricia has a gift for taking simple objects and creating wonderful vignettes. Thank you for featuring this talented person.

[ann levy]

Tricia, you are such a talent, I love your creativity! Thank you for sharing yourself and story with us! I had to laugh because as long as I've known Tricia, I didn't know she had a history to photography. She would just tell me she wanted to take pictures! Thank you Heather for your wonderful words and acknowledgement to Tricia.
What inspiration you both are, thank you!

[vicki (simply hue)]

Great interview, Heather! I love that last collage of photos. What a talented lady!

[leslie]

Wonderful interview! I love her photos -really feminine and tasteful...that pink box full of treasures is a dream come true for me!!!

[Monica]

Lovely photos. Thanks for sharing this. Good work Tricia! :)

Monica

[Heather]

Thanks all for your wonderful comments! Im glad you enjoyed getting to know Tricia as much as I have. Sorry for my giant typo in the first paragraph. its been a busy week and I have been getting up early in the morning to write my posts. Guess I didn't quite have enough tea!Lol!
Thank you Tricia for sharing yourself with us!!

[Kelley]

A wonderful treat! I really enjoy getting to know such talented bloggers. Thanks for asking so many of the questions I would have had too.
Kelley

[Jody McNary]

Way to go Tricia!!!
Beautiful Photo's and Article.
Your talent is amazing and I am convinced that we will see more of it in the near future.

Congratulation

Love Aunt Jody

[elan star]

Aloha How do i reach tricia breidenthal?
About an image she created.
Elan Star
808 7790073
[email protected]
www.sunstarphoto.com

[Merissa]

Tricia has quite an eye for lovely things! Her photos are wonderful and filled with such beautiful things!