Her name is Ruth Velazquez better known as "Ruthie" for those who know her!!! I had the privilege to get to meet her when I was a teenager...
She is one of those people that just make you happy when your around them!!! She is such a bright and beautiful person and did I mention she has the most gorgeous eyes...Seriously
"GET TO KNOW RUTH VELAZQUEZ"
AA Dreams: Tell us a little about you?
RV: I am a Wife and Mother of three wonderful children. I like to consider myself a pretty easy going person. I can get along with pretty much anyone. I love to laugh. Sometimes I make people laugh with out me even really trying LOL!! This question can be tuff to answer... I'm a dorky, crazy, nutty kind of girl looking to learn from others and share my journey of life so far.
AA Dreams: Where did you grow up?
RV: I was born in raised in Utah.. Wooo hooo!! (can you hear the sarcasm LOL) Both of my parents are from Chihuahua Mexico. So I consider myself 100% Latina :)... I love my roots and really enjoy the fact that I speak Spanish fluently. I really do love Utah. I love the mountains, the peacefulness of our community.. I love the people and happy to see that we are getting more and more diverse each day. I'm a country girl at heart.
AA Dreams: Who was your biggest inspiration growing up?
RV: My inspiration growing up would really have to be my Mom. I know everyone says that but its true.. She was my protector and teacher. I LOVE YOU MOM!... If I had to pick someone other then family I would say Michael Jordan.. I was a huge Chicago Bulls fan growing up. I still like Michael Jordan. So if anyone See's him in our area give me a call LOL!
AA Dreams: What inspired you to start your own Photography business?
RV: My inspiration came from someone that might not even know it.. I have always loved taking pictures as cliche as that sounds.. I have a memory as a young child taking pictures of my family and my dad trying to teach me how to center my objects. When my little sister was a senior I asked if she took her senior pictures and she had mentioned that are family could not afford them at the time. So I offered to take the pictures for her.. Man my sister was a great model. I had to give her very little direction. The camera just loved her. So one day showing my pics to my friend she was telling me how good she thought the images were and that I should really consider taking pictures for a living.. Although I had considered starting a photography business I was a little intimidated by how many photographers we have here in Utah. I showed yet another friend the pics and she wanted me to take Senior pictures of her daughter.. From there the word just got around. It was great!!! I really do LOVE the art of photography. I have came to realization that life shouldn't intimidate us in anyway. We should follow our hearts and go for the adventure..
AA Dreams: What was your first job you ever had?
RV: Wow!! My first job ever was All A dollar!! AWESOMENESS!! Now who doesn't love all a dollar.. If someone tells you they don't they are so lying hahaha!! I was 16yrs old and so stoked that I had a job :)
AA Dreams: How would you describe yourself in 3 words?
RV: So I expressed three words at the beginning but here is some more.. Goofy, Passionate, and a dreamer
AA Dreams: Is there a beauty product that you can't live without?
RV: eyeshadow for sure!!! I love make up so this was a tuff.. eye liner would be my next answer then mascara then lip gloss then bronzer LOL!
AA Dreams: What is the one clothing article that you must have in your closet?
RV: A clothing article hmmm.. I would have to say a long tank top for layering.. I love the ones with the lace on the bottom.
AA Dreams: Is there a song that you just can't get enough of at this time?
RV: I absolutely love music so this would change according to my mood hahaha!! I would say " Always be my baby" by Mariah Carey.
AA Dreams: What are your weekends like?
RV: Weekends can be busy at times with photo shoots (which I love).. Most of the time its spent with family. We will go to the movie theaters .. Might I say I love theater popcorn mmmmmm!!! or just a movie and pizza kind of weekend.. Creating memories is the most important part.
AA Dreams: What is your biggest dream in Life?
RV: To be a successful person in whatever I do. Weather it be as a mother or a business women. My dream is to be remembered in a positive way.. Become a legend hahaha!!! At least in my children's eyes.
Thanks again Ruth for the interview, your the best!!!
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