Focus Stacked is back! After a brief hiatus following Jim's move to Georgia and the transition into a new faculty position in Georgia, the podcast returns with a new season of conversations exploring creativity, photography, art, and storytelling.In Episode 15, Jim sits down with photographer and videographer Ashley Canay to discuss her journey building a successful creative brand as a Black female photographer and videographer in the Tampa Bay area.Ashley shares how she developed her business, found her niche in portrait and event photography, and built meaningful connections within her community. Along the way, she offers practical advice for emerging photographers looking to establish their own creative careers, from branding and networking to finding opportunities and staying authentic to their vision.The conversation also explores Ashley's passion for preserving local history through her ongoing interview project featuring Black senior citizens from the Tampa Bay area who lived through the Jim Crow and Civil Rights eras. Through these powerful oral histories, Ashley is helping ensure that personal stories and lived experiences are documented and shared with future generations. You can follow this important work on Instagram at @blacktampahistorians.Whether you're a photographer, creative entrepreneur, historian, or someone who appreciates the power of storytelling, this episode offers valuable insights into the intersection of business, community, and cultural preservation.Links & ExtrasExplore Ashley's Portfolio: https://ashleycanay.com/Follow Ashley on Instagram:@ashleycanay - https://www.instagram.com/ashleycanay/ @blacktampahistorians - https://www.instagram.com/blacktampahistorians/ Follow Focus Stacked on Instagram: @focusstackedpodcastFocus Stacked Podcast Links: https://linktr.ee/FocusStackedPodcast