Dana Rasmussen
Dana double majored in Film Studies and Psychology and has a degree from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. After graduating from college in 2011, she moved from North Carolina to Austin, Texas. In addition to shooting real estate, she loves photographing action sports and landscapes. When she’s not behind the camera, she explores her passion for movement. She enjoys Parkour, Freerunning, Tumbling and Tricking. She also has an obsession with climbing high structures whether they be giant rocks or rooftops.
How long have you been in the Austin area?
⤜ Since September 2011. Almost 10 years.
Who inspires you (in general/as an artist/your interpretation)?
⤜ Jason Paul. He’s a Parkour/Freerunning athlete.
Breakfast Lunch or Dinner?
⤜ Dinner.
What was the best concert you’ve ever been to?
⤜ Lady Gaga’s Artpop concert in San Antonio.
When you were a kiddo, what did you really want to be when you grew up?
⤜ A scientist or an author.
Your favorite Austin Eatery // Coffee House // Brewery?
⤜ Sushi Nini.
Do you have a favorite charity you wish more people knew about?
⤜ Clearly I need to look into some.
What’s your hidden talent?
⤜ Imitation.
What’s your favorite thing about being a photographer?
⤜ Exploring and finding new places.
Have you ever met anybody famous?
⤜ Jeff Gordon.
What is your go-to Potluck dish?
⤜ A fruit tray.
How many states // countries have you visited (or lived in!)?
⤜ I’ve lived in 3 states, I’ve visited 30 states and I’ve visited 2 countries.
What’s something that has surprised you about being a real estate photographer?
⤜ I’m not sure about “surprised”, but it’s really fun seeing how each house is decorated differently.
What is one of the top items on your Bucket List?
⤜ Visiting the Dame Du Lac in Paris.
What’s something that you’re really bad at?
⤜ I’m way too hard on myself.
What’s one hobby you’d love to get into?
⤜ FPV Drone Racing.
What’s your most used emoji?
⤜ Most definitely 🤗
