We had the good fortune of connecting with Ava DeRicco and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Ava, what is the most important factor behind your success?
The most important factor behind my success is two things. Being personable with my clients, and offering an extremely discounted price. I understand that senior season is unreasonably expensive and I want to offer an amazing experience for less than $150. I also make sure to get to know my client prior to the shoot in order to make them feel more comfortable.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
I am most proud of my shoot I recently did for a group of girls for prom. I edited 549 pictures for them and all five of them ended up posting, it was super special. I got to where I am today with over 2 years of practice, definitely not easy but totally worth it. I overcame my challenges by making sure I balanced my college life as well as my photography life. I learned to put my talent first and not get taken advantage of for sure. I want the world to know that it is possible to balance a hectic college life and still practice your craft.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
I would take them to Gatlinburg, Tennessee! That city holds a special place in my heart as there is so much to do there. You can see the Smoky Mountains, tourist traps galore, and eat some of the best food.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
I want to dedicate my shoutout to my family. I first got started in photography thanks to my dad! He always was taking pictures and once he got a new camera, I got passed down the old one and the passion started there.

Website: avadericcophotography.myportfolio.com

Instagram: avadericcophotography

Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/ava-dericco-760486199

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