In this engaging podcast episode, Hugo Korhonen, a 20-year-old photographer from Finland, shares his inspiring journey into photography and how it became his escape during challenging times in school. Bullied throughout his childhood, Hugo found solace in nature, leveraging Finland's 70% forested landscape. His passion for photography blossomed, leading him to a full-time career in the field. Hugo also delves into his interest in NFTs, Web3 technology, and self-development, emphasizing the role of past struggles in motivating him towards success.

Hosted by Mourad, the conversation takes a turn towards humility in the creative space. Mourad applauds Hugo's down-to-earth approach and recounts their meeting at a conference, highlighting Hugo talent and humility. The discussion extends to the challenges of Northern Lights photography, where Hugo details the intricacies involved in capturing these breathtaking moments, emphasizing the importance of location, camera settings, and the unpredictable nature of the lights.

The podcast explores the power of dreams as a creative catalyst. Hugo shares personal stories of nightmares influencing positive changes in his life. The conversation then transitions to the impact of consistency on social media success, with Hugo reflecting on his Instagram journey and the recent surge in followers. As the episode concludes, Hugo envisions a future where he combines his passion for photography with education, aiming to travel the world, capture diverse perspectives, and help others become their best selves through his experiences.

Timestamps

(00:00) Hugo Korhonen

(00:28) Discovering Photography as an Escape

(04:12) Navigating Nature and NFTs

(09:30) Humility in Creativity and Challenges of Northern Lights Photography

(15:45) Dreams as Creative Catalysts

(20:20) Consistency and Social Media Success

(25:55) From Nightmares to Aspiring Educator