We connected with some of the most resilient folks in the community and one of the most insightful questions we had an opportunity to ask centered around whether there was ever a time they almost gave up. Highlighting some of the responses below.
Ethan Thornton
At the early stage of pursuing photography, I lived in Florida and California to build my business. I’ve had many collabs and brand deals but not all are good moments. Chasing a dream there’s obstacles, you lose trust in people, they use you. After months of struggling mentally, I had to give it a break. I was depressed. Read more >>>
Brigitte Balbinot
Oh yes many times! There has been so many ups and downs thus far in my career as an artist, it is far from being a straight line. But sticking with it, trust that I will find my way somehow got me through. Read more >>>
Guy Michel
I’ve gotten discouraged plenty of times but never thought about giving up. It sounds strange but my dream was too big to give up. I always say regret is much worse than trying something and failing at it Read more >>>
