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Local photographers capture life as seen through the camera lens

Those who have already purchased their 2013 calendar from The Gonzales Inquirer have surely enjoyed the local photographs depicting life in Gonzales County. But they may not realize they could know those who captured that instant in time through the lens of a camera.

Local photographers played a major role in the Inquirer’s first-ever calendar, a full-color collection of life in Gonzales County. What was contributed by area shutterbugs was a cross-section of the beauty and excitement found throughout the county — from a rarely seen South Texas snowfall to the iconic Texas bluebonnets and from holiday celebrations to highlighting the county’s history.

Local amateur photographer Ken Fischer contributed two photos to the Inquirer’s first-ever calendar. He is one of four photographers – Lynn Adams, Rob Ford and Jeremy Weber are the other three – to have their photos reproduced in the full-color product.

“I usually take pictures when I’m on vacation,” Fischer says. “I do it occasionally when I travel to a new place on business.”

Fischer’s equipment consists of two point-and-shoot digital cameras.

“Nothing fancy,” he says. “My wife encourages me to get more elaborate equipment, but you can’t take any picture if you don’t have a camera with you. I prefer something small that I can easily carry in my pocket.”

When it comes to photography training, Fischer is quick to admit he is self-taught.

“I read a couple of books many years ago just to learn the basics of composition,” he says.

Fischer mostly enjoys outdoor projects.

“I like to take pictures of interesting places, outdoor scenes and flowers – out on my own. I would like to someday join the Gonzales County Camera Club. I haven’t had the time as of yet, but I’m sure it would be worthwhile.”

Fischer says outside of taking pictures, he has another outdoor hobby that’s even more popular around here.

“I enjoy ranching in Gonzales County,” he says.

The calendar is available for $5 at the Inquirer and Pioneer Village Living History Center. Call 672-2861.

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