Louis gaudry

Challenges in life are universal; everyone faces them, and I'm no exception. Growing up, learning to do things independently was a daily challenge. As I matured, these challenges evolved, requiring me to become self-sufficient not only at home but also at school, college, work, and in public.

I've always enjoyed trying new things, regardless of their scale. For example, I took up swimming, biking, archery, and even horseback riding. Photography particularly piqued my curiosity. We always had a camera in the family growing up. The early ones, like the old Instamatic film cameras, were challenging for me to handle, but as cameras evolved, I found ways to use them.

Looking back, I realize I’ve always been interested in accessible technology. In high school, I took up photography. Figuring out how to handle a camera was a challenge, but with the help of a supportive teacher, I managed.

Many years later, I decided to go to college and earn a certificate in website development, which included a photography module. We used digital cameras, and since they were heavy, I had to rely on a tripod. While that worked, I didn’t want to depend on a tripod all the time.

Eventually, my passion for photography was rekindled. I began researching what camera would best fit me and found one with a pull-out back screen. Over time, I even made my own custom hand grip to better suit my needs. My first camera was a Lumix FZ300, which I later upgraded to a Nikon D7500.