A FORMER information technology (IT) manager who always had a passion for photography has realised her dream by opening her first shop.
Vanessa Gray, who has unveiled her Photos by Vanessa studio in Park Road, Consett, said: "I like to inject some fun into the process of getting pictures taken. Children can dress up in a variety of costumes, or they can have more traditional portraits taken."
Ms Gray, originally from Tyneside, used to work as an IT manager in the South, but returned to the North-East about two years ago.
She said: "I did some photography for a makeover firm and sent my portfolio to the Master Photographers Association.
"They interviewed me and gave me a professional qualification.
"I had always had a passion for photography so decided to take the plunge."
Ms Gray opened her first studio in Dipton, and later had a unit at Stanley Indoor Market.
She can be contacted on (01207) 570358.
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