We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Electric Vizion a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Electric Vizion, looking forward to hearing all of your stories today. Learning the craft is often a unique journey from every creative – we’d love to hear about your journey and if knowing what you know now, you would have done anything differently to speed up the learning process.

For me personally, the best way that I learn is through experience. When I started my career as a photographer, I used to walk around the city with friends or just by myself, and take photos of scenes that inspired me. Being a beginner, often requires working for free, but, this part of the process was a lot of fun for me. I would get back home to edit the photos, and be so proud of the work we created, while also critiquing myself.

I continued to grow and learn as an artist, because I never limited myself. For the first few years of my career, everyone only knew me as a photographer. I took this painting class senior year of college, because I had extra credits and wanted to learn a new skill. Working with a more tangible, hands-on medium came so naturally to me, and I immediately knew this was another facet of my artistic talent waiting to be realized. It can be challenging to step into a “new box” when you’re running a small business, but ultimately the more skills in your toolbox, the more opportunities you can align with.

A critical skill I’ve been able to develop over the past few years is the ability to self critique my work. It can be hard, because art is subjective, but I’m very focused on developing my skill level and learning new techniques. The first execution of any concept usually lacks the depth that the third or fourth execution will have. I’m proud of my ability to experiment with my creative ideas, and not get too emotionally attached until the idea has matured.

Looking back, I wish that I had pursued more mentorship opportunities when they were readily available. I felt like I established my brand so quickly, and then focused on scaling my business rather than growing in skill. Now, I have different priorities. Time is always a limiting factor with other responsibilities to balance, but I make more of an effort to always be a student and trust that this path will lead to longevity.

Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.

I am a multidimensional creative whose work exists at the intersection of photography, fine art, and graphic design. Through these mediums, I explore the profound depths of human emotion, the cyclical nature of existence, and the transcendent connections between the physical and spiritual realms.

As a photographer, I am drawn to the raw authenticity of fashion, portraiture, and lifestyle events. My signature aesthetic is a vivid tapestry of human emotion, woven with experimental angles, dynamic long-exposure techniques, and a bold, vibrant color palette. Each frame I capture invites the viewer to see not just the subject but the soul behind the moment.

My fine art practice dives even deeper, channeling universal truths through the reoccurring ‘Lost Soul’ figure. This abstract symbol, with its spiral head and flame-like body, symbolizes the eternal cycle of life, death, and rebirth. The Lost Souls are reflections of our shared human experience – fragile yet resilient, searching for meaning and connection in an ever-shifting world. By presenting these figures in their purest form, I aim to hold a mirror to the viewer’s own soul, inviting them to embark on a journey of self-discovery and transformation.

My work often grapples with themes that are both profound and universal: death, rebirth, and transcendence. While these subjects may seem somber, they are explored through the lens of my inner child with curiosity and hope. To me, art is a sanctuary where we can process the inevitabilities of life, like loss and grief, in a way that heals rather than isolates. The Lost Souls are not symbols of despair but beacons of hope and comfort, offering a space for reflection, acceptance, and meeting a deeper layer of ourselves.

What fulfills me the most as an artist is tapping into the power of community. In an industry often marked by competition, I choose collaboration, inspiration, and moments of shared passion. My vision for the next 5 years extends beyond personal achievement; I strive to cultivate a thriving community of visionaries who uplift and inspire one another. Together, we can redefine what it means to create, building a collective legacy that transcends individual successes. Through my work, I seek not only to express my truth but to awaken something timeless and universal within others.

What’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative in your experience?

It brings me immense gratitude when people view my art and feel seen. When they are compelled to dive deeper into the message behind the piece, I know it is successful. I had a lot of moments during Miami Art Week this year that solidified how my work impacted the audience and it was very moving to see the impact of the Lost Souls collection in real time.

One night in particular, I was sitting outside the gallery where my work was displayed taking a moment to soak it all in. I ended up making conversation with other lovely attendees who were art connoisseurs. When they realized who I was, their jaw dropped. They told me they spent an hour the previous night discussing the meaning behind one of my pieces, and embarking on a self-reflective journey based on the themes and motifs in this painting.

I’ve been having a lot of moments like this recently, and always feel as though it’s a nudge of assurance that I’m on the right path.

What can society do to ensure an environment that’s helpful to artists and creatives?

I hope that society as a whole moves towards a new era where all forms of art are appreciated on a deeper level. Without artists, there would be no music to listen to when you’re sad, no TV shows to turn on after a long day, or poetic birthday cards that make you feel loved. Yet, those who are blessed with creative gifts often have to forego pursuing this passion, and end up ‘selling out’ to follow a more stable career path.

We need to begin nurturing these talents at a younger age, and breaking down stigmas that art is not a stable career. Growing up in an affluent school system, I still had very limited resources to explore my artistic talent. Instead I was stuck in chemistry or algebra classes where nothing made sense to my creatively-dominated brain. I hope that society can move towards understanding art is a skill that can be developed like anything else, and it makes a huge difference in the career trajectory of a creative when their talents are nurtured from a young age.

There are also a lot of stigmas around artists – that we are often the strange outcasts to society who turned to art because nothing else fit quite right. In reality, we see the world on a much deeper level than most, which makes it hard to integrate into a rule-bound society. This is our superpower.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://electricvizion.com
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