Interview

“Make sure people know you exist and let them know that you’re good at what you do. Don’t be afraid to send out emails showcasing your work to potential customers. You will get a lot of no’s, but eventually, you will get a yes and then the ball can start rolling.”

“It is ok to fail. Failing is how you learn and develop your knowledge and understanding of all the aspects that make up photography and filmmaking. Don’t be afraid to try something new or something you are not an expert on. Just give it a go and continually learn from your mistakes.”

“Have a defined area of specialty, this doesn’t have to be a super niche in one field but the more specialized you are the easier it will be to find work that you love.”

“By having the print medium as the final product, I’ve inherently learnt more about my editing process and what I eventually want to see hanging on the walls in my gallery. Ultimately, I’m still learning and hope to never stop finding new ways to interpret and share what I see.”

“Since my passion is creation, I am almost every free minute busy with it – I am actually constantly in training and learning. I always try to solve problems myself first. I see it as a challenge.”

“Experimenting helped me to learn and figure out what I like. And even now, my style will continue to evolve as I decide what I like and don’t like. I’d say my style changes every 6 months just a little bit, as I learn and grow, and my taste changes.”

“I would challenge everyone to always be learning and growing. It is important to self-evaluate and push oneself to grow in areas of weakness. Don’t let yourself find comfort because when you become comfortable, you aren’t growing and pushing yourself to your true potential.”

“I think finding your style is the way to position yourself distinctively in this industry. Every person is unique, right? So let that shine in the videos you create. It takes a lot of experimenting and figuring out what works, what you enjoy, and what fuels your passion.”

“Having the feeling that you want to instead of having to, is crucial. It is your choice, and in the end, it is about the journey, not the destination. And always remember to be patient (with yourself!)”