08/19/2026
Haven’t posted in a while, but Happy ! What a blessing to make art for a living. What a privilege.
A little over a year ago, I made the hard decision to abandon comfort, create for myself, and be fully independent of dreams.
And it was devastatingly hard. It still is. I thought too many times about “what a mistake” I had made. I experienced failure, and reckoned with immense self-doubt and loathing. I wanted to quit again. And I nearly did.
I’ve quit many times in my life. I’ve quit many things for many different reasons. Perhaps my love for art is less rooted in creating something pleasing, but rather rewarding those that try and try, and try again. It’s a limitless fountain of hope and inspiration, and for me, keeps me believing that this world is still beautiful.
Over a year later, I’ve experienced things I never in my life thought I’d get to be a part of, or thought enough of myself to deserve those opportunities. I’ve met amazing people, seen spectacular things, and made many new friends. If I had quit, I’d never have done any of these things.
And now I know what’s possible. I’m grateful to my amazing clients that believe in my work, and to an unbelievable support system that kept me from not getting off the mat.
Photographers/DPs/Artists - don’t give up. Surround yourself with those that root for your success and prove to your doubters that you don’t owe them one penny of your peace.