We recently connected with Timothy Neary and have shared our conversation below.
Hi Timothy, thanks for joining us today. Can you walk us through some of the key steps that allowed you move beyond an idea and actually launch?
I think this all started out with a passion for exploring, abandoned buildings. And it slowly grew into something that is recognizable. I think throughout all of this, I fall back on the passion that I have for my exploring and photography. Because there will be times where you will have to love what you do in order to keep going. Having a goal to continue to grow and better yourself throughout this seems to work when digging for my creative side
Timothy, love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?
I am an urban explorer/photographer/artist. I travel as much as I can when I’m not working as a manager at a hospital. My goal is to continue to do what I love. It’s simple. And I love to explore and use my camera to create something that lasts much longer than the time I spend in these places. I think I’m most proud of the memories that I make with the people I love. The people and the memories keep me going. but also, I feel as though if you were doing something with pure intentions and you know you’re doing it for the right reasons people will be more likely to want to be involved in what you’re doing. Create some thing you know is right for the right reasons and the results are unbelievable. I think I’m at a point now where its about maintaining that integrity and keep having fun. I get referred to as “ Tim from Timstagraph” which lets me know we have created something that is more than ourselves.
How did you build your audience on social media?
I think nowadays people are more geared towards likes, comments and clout rather than working on their craft. I always want to improve my photography and I’m not really that technical but I have an eye for beauty and I try to make that shine when I take a photo. But just working on your craft and focusing on what you’re doing and trying to be the best at it every time. I think people overlook that and just wants something quick and easy. Put the work in and grow and don’t give up. People will always have an opinion no matter if you’re good or bad, but you have the power to control how hard you work at some thing .
What’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative in your experience?
I think the most rewarding thing any artist can receive is gratification. When somebody goes out of their way, and purchases one of my prints because it reminded them of something they went through as a kid or bought one of my prints for a family member. That means the world to me and it really makes me want to continue to be better at what it is we’re doing
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Photos by timstagraph