# @AprilSmithPhoto on Facebook

- **Type:** Image
- **Original URL:** https://www.facebook.com/1699151952037671/posts/1390676676218535
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/68615356-AprilSmithPhoto-facebook
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/5c785165dd.jpg
- **Posted:** 2025-08-30T01:53:14.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** April Guse Smith (@aprilsmith.photo) — https://gondola.cc/aprilsmith.photo

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✨ Friday Introductions ✨

Earlier today while chatting with a new client, I got asked the question I always get when I tell people I’m an underwater portrait and sports photographer:
“Wow, that’s so cool… but how did you get into it?” 🌊📸

For me, it all started with inspiration. I was deeply moved by the way @photogingmama told stories through her beach photography—her use of fisheye lenses and artistic flair made me see family storytelling in a whole new light. It lit a spark in me.

In 2019, I bought my very first GoPro just to test the waters (literally!) and see if this was something I wanted to pour my time, energy, and heart into. After just one swim session at the local YMCA, I was completely hooked. 💙 Soon after, I invested in an Ikelite housing for my DSLR—and that’s when my true underwater journey began.

The GoPro is still my go-to for my personal memories, but underwater photography allows me to blend storytelling, creativity, and technical artistry all in one. The water has always been my happy place—a place where I can slow down, breathe, and recharge. Combining that with photography just felt natural.

That’s how Rosemary Drift Creative was born—my interpretation of “Born from the Sea.” 🌊✨

@Ikelite 
@flashpointlighting
@godoxlighting
@katebackdrops

So that’s a little about me this Friday—I’d love to hear, what’s your happy place?

#aprilsmith.photo #rosemarydriftcreative #FridayIntroductions
#MeetThePhotographer
#HelloFriday
#FridayFeels
#FridayVibes
#CommunityOverCompetition
#InstaIntroductions
#BehindTheLens#PhotographerLife
#UnderwaterPhotographer
#SportsPhotographer
#CreativeEntrepreneur
#SmallBusinessOwner
#WomenInBusiness
#SupportSmallBusiness
#VisualStoryteller #ThisIsMe
#MyCreativeJourney
#HowItStarted
#LifeBehindTheCamera
#StoryTellingThroughPhotos
#PassionAndPurpose

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