You don't want to rent your life, you want to own it. Creating a high profile career in fashion and lifestyle photography is gratifying, but what it took from me to get there is the real gift. During the last ten years of creating this career, I've learned a few things that might be useful to […]

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'Must' feels like being in love: when you know you just know. As artists, it is important to allow ourselves the time and the space to create. This is what artist and author Elle Luna calls play. And where does she play? In the sandbox. Creating a sandbox is key to creating art. Another key […]

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If you try to be all things to all people, you will never rise to your greatest possibilities. Creating a high profile career in fashion and lifestyle photography is gratifying, but what it took from me to get there is the real gift. During the last ten years of creating this career, I've learned a few […]

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When you hit rock bottom in life, you'll be left with two things: the integrity of your word, and your relationships. Surrounding yourself with inspiring people is a great way to push yourself. Creating those connections and investing in relationships can truly change the world. That's what Jayson Gaignard thinks, anyway. He founded the Mastermind […]

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Creating is a conscious choice. Creating a high profile career in fashion and lifestyle photography is gratifying, but what it took from me to get there is the real gift. During the last ten years of creating this career, I've learned a few things that might be useful to the up-and-comers. In this collection of episodes […]

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In order to live your dream, there's a lot of sacrifice that has to be made. Street culture has been around for almost twenty years, but is still evolving and growing. A combination of hip-hop, punk rock, and skate, the culture is a perfect amalgamation of creative, independent lifestyles. No one knows this better than […]

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No matter where you come from, you still have to put in the hard work to master your craft. Part 4/15 How to Create a Career in Art: The 10,000 Hour Grind Creating a high profile career in fashion and lifestyle photography is gratifying, but what it took from me to get there is the real gift. […]

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Generosity is less like an arrow and more like a boomerang: it has a way of coming back to you. We all know business savvy is valuable, but it can only take you so far. The most successful businesses in the world put people first, whether that means members of their own team or anyone around the […]

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You have to dive into the elements of what resonates with you. Part 3/15 How to Create a Career in Art: Deconstruct Creating a high profile career in fashion and lifestyle photography is gratifying, but what it took from me to get there is the real gift. During the last ten years of creating this career, I've learned […]

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As much as you want to create, it's out there for you, as long as you help others. In order to live your life to the fullest, you have to identify the kind of life you want. But how do you begin to do that? Start by envisioning your ideal day: Who is in it? […]

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