We asked some of the brightest and most thoughtful entrepreneurs, artists and creatives in the community to tell us about something they believe that most people in their space disagree with and we’ve shared highlights below.

Noah Burnett

I think a lot of people who are into photography or have their own small business believe that mirrorless cameras are the only way to go. I have always used DSLR cameras. I’m a fan of them. I like the way they work. I like the way they sound and it’s just my personal preference. That being said, mirrorless cameras are very good in their own right I personally think it’s a photographer that makes a camera and not the camera that makes a photographer. Read more>>

Rutvij Reddy Seelam

As someone early in my career as a cinematographer, I’ve noticed something that not everyone agrees with: Cinematography isn’t all about the camera.

Don’t get me wrong, the camera matters. I understand the power of the tools we use; I’m constantly learning about sensors, lens choices, color science, lighting, and how all of that fits into different workflows. On certain projects, the right camera setup is essential, especially when working with VFX, low light, or a very specific visual style. But even with that, I’ve come to believe something that becomes clearer the deeper you engage with the craft: The most resonant images often come from a sense of intention, not defined by technical specifications. And that’s what sticks with people. Not the gear, but what the image made them feel. Read more>>

Amy Lohr

A few years ago, my hometown (Austin) experienced an unprecedented winter storm that kept all of us bundled up at home for close to a week. I was part way through the first draft of my book, “Like the Sun at Midday”, and was facing the worst case of writers block I’d ever encountered.

I was so frustrated. I thought, “There’s nothing else to do–no distractions–this is the time when I should be leaping ahead in progress.” I tried so hard to force words onto the page, but I had nothing. I finally surrendered to the creative crickets and let myself veg out in front of a movie on the couch. Then, close to midnight that evening, inspiration struck hard. Read more>>

Colleen Marquez

In my industry, as in all industries, Profit and Loss guides every decision. In real estate this can mean wholesale and mass production, buying low and selling high, commanding the rental market, and in some cases or it can mean focusing on luxury buyers with more money to spend. In all of this, the “person” can get lost. I am an advocate for Equal Opportunity Housing – everyone regardless of who they are, how they look, what they believe – should get the same 5-star treatment. Eliminating unconscious bias in housing is something that we need to improve on as an industry. Part of believing that it is our duty to help provide fair housing to everyone also means holding the big players accountable for their share of the responsibility. Read more>>