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  • Sunday Social Connection: @gabrielle_kayla

    KelownaNow is excited to feature some of our favorite Instagram profiles from the area!

    My name is Gabrielle Sawatzky and I am currently living in Kelowna, BC. I work at Pomme Salon as a hairdressing assistant as well as a makeup artist. 

    Why do you use Instagram?

    Over the years, I have developed a passion for so many things such as music, photography, art, and so much more. Creativity runs in my family so I always try to express it in my work as often as I can. 

    What will people see on your feed?

    On my feed you can find lifestyle photos, portraits, photography, adventure, and so much more – I have such a variety! I try to be as creative as I can. 

    Does your page have a specific style?

    I would consider my style more towards the photography side. I love capturing cool shots of other people, myself, nature, adventures that I go on, and so much more! I love exploring and trying new things.

    Favourite Instagrammers to follow?

    Some of my personal favourites are @KelownaNow, @PommeSalon, @picobac, @pnwonderland, and so many more!

    Why do you follow KelownaNow?

    I follow KelownaNow because I love to see what is happening locally. It gives me the opportunity to see what is going on around me if I can’t make it to certain events. I use instagram quite often so because I am following KelownaNow, I always get the updates!

    How do you decide on your location for shoots?

    My location of my shoots depends on my inspiration. I love colourful backgrounds (the art downtown is outstanding) and beautiful scenery (mountains, forestry, beaches, etc.). It really depends on how I am feeling. Some days I want a dark, simple portrait with just a plain black background, and other days I want a bright fun photo with a busy background. Although, I always look for places that are unique and interesting. I take all my photos with my phone, so if I see something in that moment, I will always take it!
     

     Biggest Instagram moment?

    My biggest instagram moment was when Elliot Moss’ studio/record label that signed him liked my piano/singing cover of his song “Slip”. I have had a lot of really cool moments as I gain followers! I have also had a few really big accounts repost my photos which is so rewarding!
     

    Favourite hashtags? 

    My favourite hashtags are #photography , #portrait , #explore , #adventure , #explorebc , and #travel. 

    If you would like to be featured for Sunday Social Connection send an email to dylan@kelownanow.com.

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