https://Art2Life.com - One of the hallmarks of artists that have found tremendous momentum is that they have incorporated their art into not just one, but many aspects of their life. Momentum has a particular look when we start. Our art can be just an idea or simply a hobby in the beginning, but it can become much more over time. Your art can become your life and this kind of momentum can result in powerful, amazing art.

I recently came across Jonah Allen. An extraordinary nature photographer primarily focused on the ocean that makes images depicting the essence of the sea, waves, and light. His work is potent and stirring because of his deep immersion and love of the subject matter. He literally lives and breathes the ocean. During the day he goes swimming and surfing, walking the edges where water and land meet. And at night, he continues by studying weather patterns, all in pursuit of his photography.

This conversation reminded me that momentum is a powerful force in one’s art journey. It happens when an artist goes all in for their art by also incorporating it into their life. Jonah’s life and art are a refreshing peek into what our days could look like if we too, stepped more fully into what we love. 

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LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN…

Getting to know Jonah Allen and his relationship with the ocean [2:52]

The different ways Jonah interacts with his subject matter [7:53]

Photographing fractals, the patterns of nature, and going beneath the water’s surface [13:23] 

Wrestling with time as an artist, Jonah’s travel plans, and using art to make a global impact [17:35] 

Bringing physical art to the digital age, the journey Jonah took to open his gallery, and sacrificing for your art [23:33]

Compounding decisions to create momentum in your art practice [34:12]

Diving into Jonah’s creative process [38:08]

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

George Ward (Photographer): https://georgeward.com 

Mentawai Islands (Place): https://www.surfindonesia.com/mentawai-islands-surf-spots/ 

The Slight Edge (Book): https://www.amazon.com/Slight-Edge-Jeff-Olson

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CONNECT WITH JONAH ALLEN

Jonah’s book: https://www.jonahallen.com/book-store/standard_products/where-waters-meet 

Website: https://www.jonahallen.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonahallenstudio/ 

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