Build Community Through Storytelling in France

I'm in France so I can build community through storytelling.

It may have taken me longer than most to find my true passions, but once I began searching, I realized I was doing them all along.  A powerful moment happens when you realize you're doing meaningful work that you were called to do.  One of my passions is to build community.

Every photograph is a doorway into the soul of an artist, a glimpse into their creative process, their struggles, and their triumphs.

My mission as a photographer goes far beyond capturing beautiful images.  I am dedicated to telling the stories behind them.  Through my lens and contemplative interviews, I bring the world of art to life, weaving stories that resonate deeply with anyone seeking to create a more meaningful life.

With a passion for both photography and storytelling, I travel far and wide to meet artists in their element.  Whether that's sitting with painters in their studios, sculptors in their workshops, and dancers in their rehearsal spaces.  As I listen intently to their journeys, my aim is simple: to uncover the heart of their creativity and share it with the world.  By sharing these personal stories, I hope to inspire others to embrace their own creative paths, whether in art or everyday life.

My goal is to remind you that art is not just about the finished product, but about the human experience behind it-one filled with passion, persistence, and purpose.

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I arrive at the artist residency and I still have no idea what I'm going to accomplish here.

I'm ok with this because I understand that ideas happen when you least expect them.  Obviously, I have plans to photograph and explore the countryside of France, but other than that, my itinerary is open.  Painting and drawing are undeniable options while attending a two-week artist residency and I certainly plan do some of this, but I won't make them my main focus.

 

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It wasn't until I began walking up to my third-floor art studio that it dawned on me.

The time has come to begin the interview process.  I am in France to build community through the art of storytelling.  Each of us has a story that needs to be shared and I'm attending the artist residency at Chateau Orquevaux so you can connect with others in a way that would otherwise not be possible.

I look forward to capturing these stories using my personal vision.  Through the eyes of an artist photographer, you'll get to know these dynamic humans on a deeper level.

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This is only the beginning of storytelling through the lens of my Leica.

Sign up below to join me on the journey.  Each week I will share one (or two) stories of the following individuals.  I can't wait for you to hear their wisdom...

 

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