When we go on short trips we often know exactly what we expect at the end, but when it comes to our lives and careers we’ve seen far too often we shy away from really thinking through where we expect to be at the end and what we hope our legacy will be. So, we wanted to encourage conversations on the topic of legacy and you’ll find highlights from our conversation from some wonderful members of the business and creative community below.

Fred Scott

I hope that in the end, people will be able to look at the images I produced and see my voice. See my love for the City and how it influenced my perspectives. Maybe it might inspire someone to be creative, and that truly would be the ultimate legacy. Read more>>

Lewis “gmk” Johnson

I hope to be remembered for my unwaivering commitment to people, my community and the arts. Presenting new ideas and encouraging the next generation to be self sufficient and proud of their path. Read more>>

Rachael Lomeli

For Heritage Coffee Cart, we are always looking at how the here and now will impact the later. Part of naming our business was uncovering what we want to be known for – beyond the coffee, beyond the transaction, beyond the money. We want to love our community by serving coffee to them. We hope that our legacy, our Heritage, is that we loved people well and made some damn good coffee. We think people will say that they always felt cared for and like they were a vital part of the little community we were building by taking part in our coffee cart. Read more>>

Heatherley Doan

Honestly, when I take pictures, I think about the legacy those images will leave behind. I want my photos to be more than just a snapshot; I want them to become long-lasting memories that future generations will cherish. Family portraits, in particular, are incredibly important to me. It’s essential for people to exist in pictures, to be seen and remembered by their loved ones. I believe that photos tell our stories—of love, joy, and togetherness. I hope people see how much fun we can have in life, and how meaningful those simple, candid moments are. As for the legacy I want to build, I hope that people remember me as someone who captured their most precious memories with heart and soul. That I made them feel comfortable, loved, and celebrated. I want to be remembered for showing people how beautiful and valuable their lives are—through my lens and in the moments that matter most. Read more>>

Stephanie Oderoha

I aspire to build a legacy that embodies what it means to fully embrace and utilize the gifts God has given me in a way that touches others and fulfills His purpose for my life. I want my legacy to be rooted in integrity, quality, creativity, and love, creating spaces where creatives can joyfully step into their purpose. I hope people will remember me as someone who is multi-talented, creative, and brilliant, but above all, I want to be remembered for my heart and how I treated others. While I cherish the idea of being recognized for my body of work, it is the impact I have on people’s lives that truly matters to me. Read more>>