Neighborgram: Local Photographer Cindy Loughridge

Cindy is a portrait and wedding photographer who takes epic photos all over the city. In this particular Neighborgram, we chat with the picture taker about where to bring out-of-towners, her camera of choice, and what apps are the most useful. 

Neighborhood: Upper Noe

What do you love about your neighborhood: It’s got great restaurants and a sense of community anchored by a number of long-time residents.  It’s walking distance to my other favorite neighborhoods, Mission, Castro, Bernal and Glen Park.

For work: Freelance Photographer

For fun: Photograph the city

What are you up to these days? Freelancing and raising my 1 year old and 18 year old girls.

What are some great IG handles you’re following?

@doublecap – he’s my partner

@emmatheyellow – she’s my 18yr.old

@bythebrush – she’s an amazing artist/painter

@johncurley – his beach photos will take your breath away

@yasminelizabeth – has a great eye

@cpham_ has beautiful everyday life shots

Where would you have your Last Meal on Earth? Olea

Favorite place to take an out-of-town visitor: Harry Stairs and Billy Goat Hill

Favorite local shop: Voyager

Camera of choice: Hasselblad 500CM

What makes a great photo: The photo must grab you visually and make you linger.

Event in SF you are most looking forward to: BYOBW on Easter Sunday

Gadgets/Apps/sites you use the most: iPhone/Snapseed/Path/Get It Now

Finish this sentence: SF is…the best 49 square miles in California

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