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

Malika , thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today Any thoughts about whether to ask friends and family to support your business. What’s okay in your view?

When I was first starting out, I was lucky enough to have friends/family who were supportive and encouraging. They helped me practice my skills and gave me a chance to practice them on them.

I think it’s important to have a supportive network when you’re just starting out—friends or family are always the first people in your life that come to mind, but really, any community of people who are willing to help you learn can be a great source of support.

Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers

As a multimedia creator and visual artist, my fascination with capturing imagery began over a decade ago. After giving birth to my oldest son, what started as a simple passion and intent to document memories for my own family grew into a full-blown obsession, leading me to embark on a new venture capturing the essence and beauty of those around me. I am deeply moved by beauty and nature. Whether it’s a masterfully designed environment, a breathtaking work of art, or a song that touches my heart it inspires and empowers creativity and flow. Over the years, I’ve experimented with a variety of types of photography/videography, honing my expertise to create my own unique brand of visuals that transform, engage, and inspire audiences.

The Journey

My journey has been one that has evolved over time from the casual hobbyist to the professional photographer who now specializes in branding and commercial projects. I strive to create timeless brand-based content which blends backdrops with stunning landscapes and minimal aesthetics. I am known for my ability to capture visuals that evoke emotion, are both inspiring and beautiful, while still maintaining an authentic feel which connects with both the viewer and subject matter. My style is unique yet timeless—it reflects both who I am, where I’ve been as well as where I’m going.

In 2017, it became clear that visual storytelling was my purpose at the time, so I took the leap and transitioned from amateur to professional photographer. My work is driven by the desire to help others realize their potential and live their purest lives through the power of purposeful self-expression and creativity. I believe that when we’re able to express ourselves authentically and confidently, we can truly connect with others in a meaningful way. There is an underlying unity in all things, an underlying sense of oneness, and this unity is not only real, but also the source of all creativity. This means that when you look at something from a perspective of unity, you can see it in ways that others have not yet seen it.

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

In 2022, all of my Facebook, Instagram, and business pages were hacked and disabled. This included my personal and business Instagram and Facebook pages, as well as the associated websites where I hosted my content.

I sent countless reports and emails trying to get them back but was unsuccessful. It took me five years to build the pages that I had—they were my portfolio! This left me devastated.

I took a two-month break from everything and created a new page. It’s now been eight months since then, and while it’s still growing today, it’s still humbling to think about how much I’ve had to start over again.

My advice is to build outside of social networks, as we don’t own them—so if they go down or are taken away from us (as happened with me), we have no way of getting our content back on there later if that happens again. Grow your email and social network list

Is there a particular goal or mission driving your creative journey?

I am deeply moved by beauty and nature.

Whether its a masterfully designed environment/space, or a breath-taking work of art, or even just a song that touches my heart. It empowers and inspires my creative flow.

My work is driven by the desire to help others realize their potential and live their purest lives through the power of purposeful self-expression and creativity. I believe that when we’re able to express ourselves authentically and confidently, we can truly connect with others in a meaningful way. There is an underlying unity in all things, an underlying sense of oneness, and this unity is not only real, but also the source of all creativity. This means that when you look at something from a perspective of unity, you can see it in ways that others have not yet seen it.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.humphreyhousestudios.com/
• Instagram: @humphreyhousestudios1
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC68Le_Altu9hUaYwKOqje1g

Image Credits
Humphrey House Studios LLC