Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Jeremiah Flynn. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Jeremiah, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today Let’s talk legacy – what sort of legacy do you hope to build?

Oh man, what a tough question. I think photographers most of the time have the same goal. To create photos that are remembered long after they’ve passed on. When I first became interested in photography I was about 10 years old. My mom had taken a series of polaroids of my family for my great grandma to hold onto. My great grandma had dementia and struggled to remembered us during every visit. However, from the Polaroids she had, she knew we meant something to her. There was something about the ability to freeze moments in time that I found fascinating. The ability to freeze memories for people that are losing theirs. Eventually, whether we like it or not, there comes a point where photos is all we have left. I try my best to make sure my clients can hold onto as much as possible. When it’s my time, I hope I’m remembered for the moments I capture and create a legacy where people say, “He helped me remember.”

As always, we appreciate you sharing your insights and we’ve got a few more questions for you, but before we get to all of that can you take a minute to introduce yourself and give our readers some of your back background and context?

I’ve been a student of photography for about 18 years now. My love for photography started with my mom’s Polaroid camera…an original one, and thought it was so cool how you could create moments that you could hang onto forever. Now, I currently work doing content creation, events and portraits. I’ve been lucky enough to work with NFL players, tailors, specialty barbers and brewers. Lately I’ve been creating content for local businesses. I think the way I treat clients from all aspects of life the same sets me apart. You could be a QB in the NFL or a mom wanting birthday photos of their kid, the respect I give to both clients will be the same. I’ve had quite the journey in photography creating many moments but there’s two that stick out. First, photographing CJ Stroud and Joey Porter Jr. at the NFL draft. Second, photographing Michael Griffin during Ducati track days. I’m excited to see what the future has in store for me. I know the momentum isn’t slowing down anytime soon.

We’d love to hear a story of resilience from your journey.

Absolutely. Funny enough, this happened recently. After photographing at the ’23 NFL Draft, I had an Increase in potential clients and opportunities. I was getting gigs that’ve dreamed of my whole. Unfortunately, life can have other plans. I was in the process of getting a basketball gig that was going to pay high enough for me to give photography my full attention. However, during the time of sending over the contract, the coach had been rushed to E.R. where he passed shortly after. For the first time in my life, I thought it was over. That the universe was telling me that maybe my dream wasn’t supposed to happen after all. When moments like this happen you can do two things. Give up or find a way to keep going. I chose the latter. I chose to not let that gig dictate my future. Sometimes an opportunity closes so a new one can open. About 3 months later, I got a call to shoot content with Austin Beerworks, company I’ve been a big fan of since 2012. That gig helped rekindle the fire I thought I lost.

What do you find most rewarding about being a creative?

I think artist a lot of the time are insecure. Constantly looking for some validation in their art. Asking question like “Am I good enough?” “Will they like it?” “what if no one like it?” I know this because I battle with these insecurities from time to time. I could tell you the most rewarding moments are the smiles on viewers faces from my photos and sometimes that’s true. However, I think the most rewarding aspect for an artist is being satisfied with your own art. Giving your own piece a smile. Remember why you create and who you create for. If you can’t enjoy your art, how do you expect other people to?

Contact Info:

• Website: www.jeremiahflynnphotography.com
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/jeremiahflynnphotography
• Other: Email: [email protected]

Image Credits
Kelly Fuller