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Welcome to The Creator's Mind hosted by Justin Ortiz, A podcast series focused on the creator's story beyond their beautiful works of art. Understanding the why and reasons they continue to pursue their passion, and elements revolving around their day to

Justin Ortiz


    • Dec 31, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 38m AVG DURATION
    • 56 EPISODES


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    048 Andy Vu

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2020 57:31


    Today I am excited to introduce Andy Vu. Andy is an ICU nurse and adventure photographer based out of Houston, Texas. In this interview, we dig into andy's life and background, what got him into the nursing field, what it means to master a skillset, and how he cultivated his lifestyle to balance his work and create. Andy's Info: Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/andyhvu/ Website: https://www.andyvuphotography.com/ Podcast Info: Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/thecreatorsmind_/?hl=en Website: www.thecreatorsmind.co Music By: 12 Months by [friendzoned] | https://soundcloud.com/friendzonedbeats Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    047 Brian Saculles

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2020 57:47


    Today I am excited to introduce Brian Saculles. Brian is a part-time radiologist and part-time photographer based out of LA. In this interview, we dive into his rollercoaster journey of life and photography, balancing passion and responsibilities, and lastly what it means to leave a legacy. Brian's Info: Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/briansocoolest/ Podcast Info: Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/thecreatorsmind_/?hl=en Website: www.thecreatorsmind.co Music By: 12 Months by [friendzoned] | https://soundcloud.com/friendzonedbeats Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    046 Dandrew Cruda

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2020 39:56


    What's up, everyone! Hope you are having an amazing day. Welcome back to The Creator's Mind podcast sharing stories of creators inspiring you to chase your passion. I am your host Justin Ortiz. Today I am excited to introduce a good friend Dandrew Cruda. Dandrew is Business to Business marketer by day and in his free time, Dandrew snaps a frame or two with is 35mm film camera. Dandrew started photography about a year ago and quickly killing the game. It's super exciting to watch his work grow and develop. In this interview, we will talk about the process, perspective, and his mindset when starting a new hobby. With that let's get started. Dandrew's Info: Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/dandrew_c/ Website: https://www.dandrewc.com/ Podcast Info: Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/thecreatorsmind_/?hl=en Website: www.thecreatorsmind.co Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TCMpodcast Music By: 12 Months by [friendzoned] | https://soundcloud.com/friendzonedbeats Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    045 Collin Blaney

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2020 29:14


    Today I am excited to introduce Collin Blaney. Collin is a member of the bay shooters. He is a professional photographer based in Hawaii. I met Collin a long time ago back in 2018 at the Art of Visuals meet up in Mussel Rock Beach. Collin's work continues to kill it and he still one of the most chill people I know. In this episode, we talk about his experience leaving college, how adventures led him to a career as a photographer, and the importance of just sending it. With that let's get started. Collin's Info: Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/collincreates/ Website: https://www.collincreates.com/ Podcast Info: Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/thecreatorsmind_/?hl=en Website: www.thecreatorsmind.co Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TCMpodcast Recent Blog post: https://thecreatorsmind.co/index.php/blog/

    Deep Mind Talk with Jakob Lilja-Ruiz

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2020 47:16


    I am super excited to introduce this new segment called Deep Mind Talks. These are candid conversations surrounding a topic with creatives, marketers, teachers, entrepreneurs, anyone that can provide an impact on your day to day life. Today I am excited to introduce Jakob Lilja-Ruiz, freelance photography located in the bay area. In this Deep Mind Talk, we go over how Jakob uses a goal-setting mindset as he prepared for his hike along the Pacific Crest Trail next year. Jakob's Info: Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/jakob_lr/ Website: https://www.jakoblr.com/ Podcast Info: Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/thecreatorsmind_/?hl=en Website: www.thecreatorsmind.co Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TCMpodcast Recent Blog post: https://thecreatorsmind.co/index.php/2020/09/14/the-importance-of-a-hobby/

    044 James Piper

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2020 50:42


    Today I am excited to introduce James Piper. James is a timelapse and long exposer photographer located in the bay area. I discovered James by a mutual friend and had the pleasure meeting him at the Bay Shooter's February meet up at shark fin cove back in February before quarantine happened. In this interview, James opens up about his personal struggles and growing up in unfortunate circumstances, how he turned his life around, and finding positive ways to distract his mind and keep him busy. So If you haven't already please hit that subscribe button and if already did please share this with a friend. Jame's Info: Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamesspiperphotography/?hl=en Podcast Info: Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/thecreatorsmind_/?hl=en Website: www.thecreatorsmind.co Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TCMpodcast Recent Blog post: https://thecreatorsmind.co/index.php/2020/09/14/the-importance-of-a-hobby/

    043 Darryl Stingley

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2020 65:54


    Hi Everyone, welcome back to The Creator's Mind sharing stories of creators inspiring you to chase your creative passion I am your host Justin Ortiz. I took a little bit of a break but its good to be back. Before we get started I wanted to update you on a few things. First, update I am having presale orders for the creator's mind T-shirt pre-sale link so if you want a shirt the link will be in the episode description and in my IG bio. Second, I opened up my Instagram feed for a weekly feature called “behind the shot”, where photographers, videographers, painters, chefs, anyone, and everyone creative can share their story behind their art. So if you want to be featured, please Tag @thecreatormind_ and #TCMcreator on your next post. Lastly, my website is up and running, with that, I started a blog an outlet for me to share what's on my mind, life updates, life hacks, and whatever. So if want to follow along you can subscribe to my newsletter. The link will be in the episode description or in my IG bio. So after all these updates, let's get to the interview. Today I am excited to introduce Darryl Stingley. Darryl is a professional parkour athlete based in the bay area. I discovered Darryl in a photo taken by resh510 while scrolling the gram, I was amazed at Darryl's parkour abilities. What made me want to learn more about him was beyond those superhero moves but the level of detail he put into his work. How Darryl taught himself video to showcase his talents that led him to grow a media company and at the same time becoming his own as a businessman. All this was set by the foundation of his passion. If you vibe with this interview please hit that subscribe button or share this with a friend. So let's dive in and get started. Darryl's Info: Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/iamwavezilla/ Strike_mvmnt IG: https://www.instagram.com/strike_mvmnt/ Strike_mvmnt website: https://www.strike-mvmnt.com/ Sqvadron projects IG: https://www.instagram.com/sqvadron/ Sqvadron projects website: https://www.sqvadron.com/shop Incrediwear IG: https://www.instagram.com/incrediwear/ Incrediwear website: https://incrediwear.com/ Host Info: Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/thecreatorsmind_/?hl=en Website: www.thecreatorsmind.co Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TCMpodcast Blog: https://thecreatorsmind.co/index.php/blog/ Additional Information: T-Shirt Pre-sale link → https://forms.gle/KWFo2YY6BxixFBVf8 Music By: 12 Months by [friendzoned] | https://soundcloud.com/friendzonedbeats Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.com Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    SadMinds 002

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2020 44:48


    Hi everyone this is Justin the host of The Creators Mind Podcast, Welcome back to another segment of sadminds with Scott also known as sadsigns. Just 2 creatives talking about everything and nothing. Hope y'all enjoy it and if you like it hit that follow or subscribe button to stay up to date on future interviews and episodes.Music by:a w a y by Deoxys Beats | https://soundcloud.com/deoxysbeats1Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    042 Melissa Miller

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2020 43:51


    The Creator's Mind excited to introduce Melissa Miller, Melissa is a travel blogger and traveling occupational therapist In this interview Melissa shares her experience packing up her car for a new adventure, how she meshing her profession with traveling, and the importance of solo traveling. Creator's Info:IG: https://www.instagram.com/miss.rover/?hl=enWebsite: http://www.missrover.com/Host Info:Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/j.o_creatives/?hl=en Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/thecreatorsmind_/?hl=en Music By:emotional by Barradeen | https://soundcloud.com/barradeenMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    041 Kitty Stolzenbach

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2020 62:46


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Kitty Stolzenbach, Kitty is a mobile photographer and is the founder of urbanromantix on instagram. Today Kitty shares her story to what led her to mobile photography, the changes of social media over the years, and how she overcame whatever life threw at her. Creator's Info:IG: https://www.instagram.com/this.kitty/?hl=enHost Info:Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/j.o_creatives/?hl=en Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/thecreatorsmind_/?hl=en Music By:emotional by Barradeen | https://soundcloud.com/barradeenMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    005 Quarantine Session w/@goodthompson

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2020 35:41


    Hi everyone welcome back to the creator's mind podcast I am your host Justin Ortiz. Hope everyone is having another amazing day. Hope y'all are enjoying this new segment and If you gained any value from these interviews, hit that subscribe and if you already did share this interview with a friend. Today I am excited to introduce Will Thompson, also known as goodthompson on instagram for another Quarantine Session interview. With that let's get started and see how Will is doing. Music CreditNot So Fast (Quarantine Beats #01) by [friendzoned] | https://soundcloud.com/friendzonedbeatsMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    SadMind 001

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2020 33:02


    Hi everyone this is Justin the host of The Creators Mind Podcast, I have paired up with Scott also known as sadsigns and excited to announce a new weekly segment called SadMinds. Just 2 creatives talking about everything and nothing. Hope y'all enjoy it and if you like it hit that follow or subscribe button to stay up to date on future interviews and episodes.Music by:a w a y by Deoxys Beats | https://soundcloud.com/deoxysbeats1Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    004 Quarantine Session w/@Beholdcreators

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2020 21:25


    Hi everyone welcome back to the creator's mind podcast I am your host Justin Ortiz. Hope everyone is having another amazing day. Hope y'all are enjoying this new segment and If you gained any value from these interviews, hit that subscribe and if you already did share this interview with a friend. Today I am excited to introduce Matthew Evearitt, also known as beholdcreators on instagram for another Quarantine Session interview. With that let's get started and see how Matt is doing. Music CreditNot So Fast (Quarantine Beats #01) by [friendzoned] | https://soundcloud.com/friendzonedbeatsMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    003 Quarantine Session w/@Milesofcolor

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2020 39:35


    Hi everyone welcome back to the creator's mind podcast I am your host Justin Ortiz. Hope everyone is having another amazing day. Hope y'all are enjoying this new segment and If you gained any value from these interviews, hit that subscribe and if you already did share this interview with a friend. Today I am excited to introduce Miles McCormack, also known as milesofcolor on instagram for another Quarantine Session interview. With that let's get started and see how Miles is doing. Music CreditNot So Fast (Quarantine Beats #01) by [friendzoned] | https://soundcloud.com/friendzonedbeatsMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    040 Derek Liang

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2020 28:03


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Derek Liang, Derek is a LA based photographer and a member of LA Shooter. In This interview Derek talks about how photography helped him spend his time outside his 9 to 5 job, looking for new opportunities to give back to the creative community, and enjoying the little moments when shooting with friends. Derek's Info:IG: https://www.instagram.com/derekrliang/?hl=enWebsite: https://derekliang.com/ Host Info:Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/j.o_creatives/?hl=en Podcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/thecreatorsmind_/?hl=en Website: https://www.justinortizcreatives.com/Music By:emotional by Barradeen | https://soundcloud.com/barradeenMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    002 Quarantine Session w/@Meshna

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2020 28:48


    Hi everyone welcome back to the creator's mind podcast I am your host Justin Ortiz. Hope everyone is having another amazing day. Hope y'all are enjoying this new segment and If you gained any value from these interviews. Today I am excited to introduce Kyle Meshna, also known as @meshna on instagram for another Quarantine Session interview. Music CreditNot So Fast (Quarantine Beats #01) by [friendzoned] | https://soundcloud.com/friendzonedbeatsMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    001 Quarantine Session w/@sadsigns

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020 21:12


    Hope everyone is doing well in this quarantine. I wanted to start and share this new segment I've been working on called “Quarantine Session”. I wanted to reach out to some former guests and catch up with them to see how they are doing during the quarantine period. These Quarantine Sessions are pretty informal. It's just a nice way to catch up with some friends and share how they are handling these unpredictable times. Everyone one is different, we are all handling this situation that's best for us. Just focus on what's helping handle this and ride your wave. If you gained any value from this interview hit that subscribe and if you already did share this interview with a friend. Let's welcome back Scott, also known as @sadsigns on IG as we catch up and see how he's doing.

    039 Will Davis

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2020 50:56


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Will Davis, Will is a creative based out of Los Angeles, California. In this interview Will breaks down his journey to the NFL, how creating opened up more opportunities, and throughout his journey how Will stays true to myself and his values. Creator's Info:Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willdavis/?hl=en Photography Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/will.sights/?hl=en Music By:emotional by Barradeen | https://soundcloud.com/barradeenMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    038 Sakie Bustos

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2020 48:19


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Sakie Bustos, Sakie is a San Francisco based photographer. In this interview Sakie shares his point of view as a SF native seeing San Francisco change over the years, what he thinks about while shooting, and the importance of valuing you time. Creator's Info:IG: https://www.instagram.com/sakie.visuals/?hl=en Music By:emotional by Barradeen | https://soundcloud.com/barradeenMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    037 Rob Rast

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2020 44:25


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Rob Rast, Rob is one the founders for Miles board and FLX Bike an electric skateboard and bike company based out of San Diego, CA. In this interview we dig into Rob's experience leaving college to live in china, how life lessons reinforced practical skill sets, and creating a business is more than just a dollar sign. Rob's Info:IG: https://www.instagram.com/rob.rast/?hl=enMile Board: https://milespower.com/TCMFLX Bike: https://flx.bike/TCMMusic By:emotional by Barradeen | https://soundcloud.com/barradeenMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    036 Jasmin Viducic

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2020 37:47


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Jasmin Viducic, Jasmin is a Bay Area painter and photographer. In this interview she shares her story of how painting help express her feelings and emotions that couldn't be put into words, opening up about her story of self image, and her thoughts about creating during difficult times. Creator's Info:IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_melancholic_artist/?hl=enWebsite: https://www.jasminviducic.com/Music By:emotional by Barradeen | https://soundcloud.com/barradeenMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    035 Chrystal Irene Nguyen

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2020 54:32


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Chrystal Irene Nguyen, an Oakland based wedding photographer. Chrystal shares her story of using photography as an escape as a kid, the feeling she had walking away from college, and maintaining her balance between the her career as a photographer and the love of photography. Creator's Info:IG: https://www.instagram.com/chrystalirene/?hl=enWebsite: https://chrystalnguyen.com/Music By:emotional by Barradeen | https://soundcloud.com/barradeenMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    034 Raul Patino

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2020 38:59


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Raul Patino, Raul is a Sacramento based photographer. Raul works his 9-5 job and uses photography to heighten his life. He uses his passion to discover new places, create new friendships, and getting lost in the moment. Photography is more the pictures but a door into a new adventure. Creator's Info:IG: https://www.instagram.com/champagne_images/?hl=enMusic By:emotional by Barradeen | https://soundcloud.com/barradeenMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    033 Priscilla Anna Rodriguez

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2020 42:12


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Priscilla Rodriguez, Priscilla is a concert and music festival photographer while balancing her day job as a product photographer. In this interview Priscilla shares her story from being an insurance agent out of college then dropping everything to pursue a career in photography, she also expresses the importance of taking a chance because one moment can change everything, and lastly how seeking challenges can fuel motivation. Creator's Info:IG: https://www.instagram.com/priscillapple/Website: https://www.priscillaanna.com/Music By:emotional by Barradeen | https://soundcloud.com/barradeenMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    032 Paul Clark

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2020 63:20


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Paul Clark, I'm excited to share this interview, I interviewed Paul back in summer 2018 but life happens and the interviewed got lost in my archives but before 2019 came to an end. I was able to sit down with paul and recap the year, We discussed the importance of a balanced work environment, how paul's views on photography developed throughout his journey, and how being self aware can change a mindset. Creator's Info:IG: https://www.instagram.com/paulclark/?hl=enWebsite: https://www.paulclarkphotos.com/Additional Information:Follow @frankiesutera https://www.instagram.com/frankiesutera/?hl=enMusic By:emotional by Barradeen | https://soundcloud.com/barradeenMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    031 Paul Wozniak

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2020 39:31


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Paul Wozniak, Paul is a freelance photography and Today he shares his experiences moving to - London and then the U.S. How he snapped out of the social media craze to refocus on his love of creating, and The moment walked away from his tech life.Creator's Info:IG: https://www.instagram.com/iwozzy/Music By:emotional by Barradeen | https://soundcloud.com/barradeenMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    030 Miles McCormack

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2020 46:22


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Miles McCormack also known as Milesofcolor, today miles shares his growth as a freelance creative, how he maintains his creative passion while figuring out other ways to monetize, and the importance of keeping a balanced mindset. Creator's Info:IG: https://www.instagram.com/milesofcolor/?hl=en Website: https://www.milesofcolor.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgdyJ4tFszCKPdJR54JmUKwMusic By:emotional by Barradeen | https://soundcloud.com/barradeenMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    029 Nathaniel Gerdes

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2019 31:38


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Nathaniel Gerdes a creative and entrepreneur based out of Northern California. In this interview Nathaniel shares his journey on success and wealth creation and Balancing business and photography. Creator's Info:IG: https://www.instagram.com/nathanielgerdes/Website: https://nathanielgerdes.com/Books MentionedThe Ancient Secret of the Flower of Life vol. 1 by Drunvalo Melchizedek https://amzn.to/31OgVtnThe Ancient Secret of the Flower of Life vol. 2 by Drunvalo Melchizedek https://amzn.to/2PncH9C The Richest Man in Babylon by George S. Clason https://amzn.to/2JrDaPlMusic By:emotional by Barradeen | https://soundcloud.com/barradeenMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    028 Kyle Vandever

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2019 39:15


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Kyle Vandever, a videographer based out of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. In this interview Kyle shares his drive for travel and adventure, how its okay not having life figured out, and the jump to a full time creative. Creator's Info:IG: https://www.instagram.com/kylevandever/Music By:emotional by Barradeen | https://soundcloud.com/barradeenMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    027 David Alcaraz

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2019 36:43


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce David Alcaraz, David is a Bay Area creative. In this interview we talk about his transition from Mexico to California, how giving up was never an option, and finding peace with adventuring. Creator's Info:IG: https://www.instagram.com/davvealcaraz/Music By:12 Months by [friendzoned] | https://soundcloud.com/friendzonedbeatsMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    026 Kyle Meshna

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2019 38:10


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Kyle Meshna, Kyle is a San Francisco based photographer. If he isn't working Kyle is probably on his one wheeling exploring SF for some epic compositions. In today's interview Kyle shares his moment on what it meant to take a great photograph, the benefits of being bad at something, and thoughts on social media. Creator's Info:IG: https://www.instagram.com/meshna/Website: https://www.kylemeshna.comMusic By:12 Months by [friendzoned] | https://soundcloud.com/friendzonedbeatsMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    024 Jenny Lam

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2019 29:22


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Jenny Lam, Jenny is a general surgery resident and on her free time is an amazing photographer. Jenny shares how see prioritize time to balance medicine and photography, the importance on developing a skill, and finding communities to fuel your passions. Creator's Info:IG: https://www.instagram.com/superjenny/Website: https://www.superjennyphoto.com/Music By:12 Months by [friendzoned] | https://soundcloud.com/friendzonedbeatsMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    023 Matthew Evearitt

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2019 22:48


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Matthew Evearitt, Matthew is a photographer and videographer currently residing in the Bay Area . In this interview we touch base about Matthew's cultural identity, his discovery on hustle while at the same time staying in the moment, and how community played an important catalyst for Matthew's creative growth. Creator's Info:IG: https://www.instagram.com/beholdcreators/Website: https://www.beholdcreators.com/Music By:12 Months by [friendzoned] | https://soundcloud.com/friendzonedbeatsMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    022 Teejay Delacruz

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2019 30:45


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Teejay Delacruz, Teejay is a photographer and videographer based in the Bay Area. In This Interview Teejay shares how photography started from documenting his life in Iraq into a form of self expression when he came home, what the process means to him, and the importance of being a father.Creator's Info:IG: https://www.instagram.com/teejay_delacruz/?hl=enAdditional links mentioned in the interview:Social Media Experiment How Easy It Is to Create a Fake Social Media Account to Make Money Music By:12 Months by [friendzoned] | https://soundcloud.com/friendzonedbeatsMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    021 Brianna Camacho

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2019 25:43


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Brianna Camacho, Brianna is an adventurer taking beautiful pictures along the way. She is a Bay Area naive and in this interview — We talk about her transition from college to that post grad life, how she figures out how to balance passion and work, and how she over comes that first step to chase her dreams. Creator's InfoIG: https://www.instagram.com/adventure.bri/?hl=enMusic By:12 Months by [friendzoned] | https://soundcloud.com/friendzonedbeatsMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    020 Jakob Lilja-Ruiz

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2019 33:25


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Jakob Lilja-Ruiz, Jakob is a San Francisco based creative. Today we chop it up about the feelings he gets with a camera in his hands versus a regular 9-5 job, why he pursues happiness over paycheck, and the importance to invest in yourself. Creator's Info:IG: https://www.instagram.com/jakob_lr/?hl=enWebsite: https://www.jakoblr.com/Music By:12 Months by [friendzoned] | https://soundcloud.com/friendzonedbeatsMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    019 Kane Andrade

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2019 35:05


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Kane Andrade, Kane is a Bay Area based creative. In this interview we break down Kane's transition from military to civilian life, why photography is more than taking pictures, and why traveling is important. Creator's Info:IG: https://www.instagram.com/kanecandrade/?hl=enMusic By:12 Months by [friendzoned] | https://soundcloud.com/friendzonedbeatsMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    018 Fernando Miron

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2019 41:20


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Fernando Miron a Bay Area landscape photographer capturing beautiful gems in the bay. Fernando started with the arts at a young age drawing and painting but his life changed when he picked up a camera. An amazing individual coming from humble beginnings to now living his dream. In this interview we talk about the simple things about passion, respect, and the daily grind.Creator's Info:IG: https://www.instagram.com/fermshotz510_/Website: https://www.fermphotos.com/Music By:12 Months by [friendzoned] | https://soundcloud.com/friendzonedbeatsMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    017 Felipe Silva

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2019 32:53


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Felipe Silva, Felipe is a 4th grade teacher and a freelance creative based out of Sacramento, California. In this interview we talk about what feeds Felipe's soul, his love for California, and being a mentor for the youth. Creator's Info:IG: https://www.instagram.com/the_lost_coast/?hl=enWebsite: https://www.felipesilvaphotography.com/Music By:12 Months by [friendzoned] | https://soundcloud.com/friendzonedbeatsMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    016 Scott Wertheimer

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2019 38:11


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Scott Wertheirmer AKA @sadsigns. Scott is a Bay Area based photographer finishing up his master's program in marriage and family therapy, while taking some moody bangers in his free time. In the interview we talk about how Scott found the light during some dark times, why he loves to display his work in galleries, and the importance of surrounding yourself with positive people.Creator's Info:IG: https://www.instagram.com/sadsigns_/?hl=enWebsite: https://sadsigns.wixsite.com/photosMusic By:12 Months by [friendzoned] | https://soundcloud.com/friendzonedbeatsMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    015 Natalie Bula

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2019 29:22


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Natalie Bula she is a content creator based out of Sacramento, CA. She spends her time balancing school, work, and creating. Natalie shares what it means that the process has no timeline and how she tries to spread positive vibes in her day to day.Music By:12 Months by [friendzoned] | https://soundcloud.com/friendzonedbeatsMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    014 Max Loewenstein

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2019 45:48


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Max Loewenstein a New York City bases creative with Bay Area roots. Max is a full time photographer, going all in on his passion. We chop it up on his adjustment to NYC, why he is open to shoot any genre of photography, and what fuels his passion for creating.Max Loewenstein:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxloew/?hl=enWebsite:https://www.maxloewphoto.com/Creatives Mentioned: https://www.instagram.com/collincreates/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/andrewoptics/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/paulclark/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/kanecandrade/?hl=enVideos Referenced:Impose Your Will: https://youtu.be/AVq5lc6sVVo Music By:12 Months by [friendzoned] | https://soundcloud.com/friendzonedbeatsMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    013 Nicole Zelkowitz

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2019 37:31


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Nicole Zelkowitz she is a New Yorker and is now based in the Bay Area. Nicole loves to travel and explore to new destinations, she uses her photography to inspire others to get out of the house and travel a little bit more. In this episode we talk about her traveling experience, her love for the arts, and everything else in between. Music By:12 Months by [friendzoned] | https://soundcloud.com/friendzonedbeatsMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    012 Kesl Aleksander

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2019 43:16


    The Creator's Mind would like to introduce Kesl Aleksandr aka @siberianvolk. Kesl is an iPhone only photographer and uses his knowledge of photography to create some epic bangers. In this interview we talk Kesl's up and down's of his journey, social media, and why he chases those “splint second” moments.Music By:12 Months by [friendzoned] | https://soundcloud.com/friendzonedbeatsMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedhttps://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US

    011 John Thatcher

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2019 31:56


    John Thatcher is a Bay Area photographer and loves shooting with 35mm film. In this interview he shares his experiences of how who he got started into photography and shares what it meant to shoot for himself and no one else.John Thatcher LinksInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnrandolphhh/?hl=enWebsite: www.john-thatcher.com

    010 Jared Lamont

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2019 39:37


    Jared Lamont is a videographer and photographer, he is traveling around the world and creating a documentary "One Way Tickets". In this Interview Jared shares his experiences traveling and volunteering around the world, and how he is pursuing his dream.

    009 Mike Sevilla

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2018 40:52


    Mike Sevilla is a Bay Area based photographer. During our interview we talk about what it means to be a jack of all trades and a master of none, how his environment pushed him to become better, and explored what it means to communicate with others today. Instagram: www.instagram.com/mikesuhvilla/?hl=en Website: www.mikesevillaphotography.com

    008 Alexa Hope

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2018 40:59


    Alex Hope is a Santa Barbara based photographer, she is a landscape photographer with a passion to travel and loves to catch an amazing sunrise.

    007 Chase Bews

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2018 34:21


    Chase Bews is a Sacramento and San Francisco based model and actor. He shares his story about how he got into modeling and acting, and how he turned his passion into a lifestyle.

    006 Jon Cruz

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2018 44:29


    Jon Cruz is a full time graphic designer living in the bay area and during his free time is a phenomenal portrait photographer. 3 years ago, looking for a change in his life took up photography that lead him to a life changing experience. Meeting some amazing people and opening doors along the way.

    005 Hailey Magoon

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2018 30:07


    Hailey Magoon is a full time photographer based in Los Angeles, CA. Hailey shares her story about her passion for photography and the process moving to LA.

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