I came across this Toronto photographer as she shot some images of a couple that I know from my summers spent in the Canadian wilderness, and while scoping out her blog I saw a post speaking about the need to be ahead of the curve, always focused on innovating. While photography is a different field than forals and event design, the sentiment stays the same. Sometimes, we just need to re-visit our creative space and process, and let the work speak for itself. A nice reminder.
“I asked him about how he dealt with the pressure to be innovative all the time. It not only seems unsustainable, it actually feels impossible to constantly stay ahead of the pack. His answer was simple but comforting: he doesn’t worry about it. He simply spends (and takes) his time working steadily on images that interest him. It occurred to me that our idolatry of innovation might actually prevent us from creating honest imagery that reflects our true interests. How are those weird alter-interests that we think we should have interfering with all the great things we could be sharing? I’ve been a photographer for about five and a half years, which is not many compared to the giants in the industry. I think it’s a nice reminder to my peers out there — shoot what you like. Tell the stories that need to be told. Let your infinite curiosity take care of the rest.” —Alyssa Bistonath
[We’ll be back to pictures of frivolous florals soon enough next week. Meanwhile, you should check out my girl Lotte’s new weekly column of questions for fellow floral enthusiasts. I’m most excited to hear about everyone’s dirty little secrets.]