We were lucky to catch up with Tara Jueckstock recently and have shared our conversation below.

Tara, thanks for joining us, excited to have you contributing your stories and insights. We’d love to go back in time and hear the story of how you came up with the name of your brand?

I originally started off going as “Tara Lynne Depicts,” using my first and middle name and the world as I “depict” it. Over the years, I knew I wanted to change it to something else, but I wanted to keep the “Depicts” part or some derivative thereof. “Enduring Depictions” practically hit me in the face when it came to me, and the idea of the images enduring the test of time sounded good to me.

Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.

I originally got into photography as a freelance model. I wasn’t getting a whole lot of shoots, so I resorted to learning self-portraiture. Initially, I would snag my mom’s old-school digital camera (one that stored images on floppy discs), and she eventually got me my first point-and-shoot camera for Christmas. As the years went by, I found my favorite camera brand in Panasonic and have stuck with their Lumix line since 2016.

So starting in late 2015/early 2016, I knew I wanted to expand on my photography more, and so I started attending group shoot events so I could photograph more people and get a portfolio going. I’ve steadily been taking it more seriously as the years have passed, and enjoy working with models, but also love working with families to capture memories they can cherish for years.

This year I chose to lay more groundwork and get my business established, so you could say I’m still a little new to photography in that sense.

As for what sets me apart from other photographers, my work tends to veer into the moodier look. Whether it be cooler or warmer tones, nature shots or portraiture, there’s almost always a “moody” vibe to my work, even when I shoot boudoir. I’ve been told I’m also not afraid to take risks when I’m editing, experimenting with different colors, tones and other techniques. And due to my previous modelling experience, I’m also able to coach clients through posing, though I admit I get a little tongue-tied trying to direct (I’m working on that).

All in all, I’m proud of how I’ve evolved as a photographer and creative. I still do self-portraits to keep my skills fresh, but I’m always looking for that next photoshoot where I can capture someone else’s vision through my lens.

Do you think there is something that non-creatives might struggle to understand about your journey as a creative? Maybe you can shed some light?

I think of the idea of having a hobby that becomes everything you eat, sleep, sh*t, and breathe…. then being faced with the reality of not being able to do that hobby as often or not at all, you find a way to make it work. When I hear words like “I’m not creative but I like to do X Y Z” I openly encourage people to continue doing whatever it is that makes them happy.

What’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative in your experience?

While my ultimate goal is to do photography full-time (and never losing sight of where it all started), it’s always a mental and emotional rush when a client receives their photos and exclaims how much they love them!

Contact Info:

• Website: http://enduringdepictions.mypixieset.com
• Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/enduringdepictions
• Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/enduringdepictions
• Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/@enduringdepictions

Image Credits
Image 2 – Model is Moon_Child_Modeling / Tiffany Lubs Image 3 – Model is Nikki Image 5 – Model is Jeanie Lilith Spooks Image 6 – Self Portrait