Living in South Florida introduced me to the many works of Guy Harvey and historic murals. These experiences showed me the importance of art to multiple communities. It’s worth noting, the name Corn Ritual is a reference to corn dance. I’m acknowledging the old world while being a part of the modern as well. More information at, https://www.semtribe.com/culture/green-corn-dance.
My creative journey began with an online course that caused me to rethink photography. After developing my skills, I continued to take pictures of Chicago and Miami. This included the general population as well. I grew up on the Miccosukee Reservation and this pushes me to see more of the world. I shot live musical performers from the crowd when the opportunity came,
Inspiration starts from a combination of visual artists such as Vincent Van Gogh and Vivian Maier. Not only Jaune Quick-To-Smith but also Jim Marshall affects how I aim my camera. The creative process involves framing my shot and editing to the best of my vision. In addition, I utilize black and white photographs to emphasize the edges of a building and the reflections in a scene. I’m a self taught guitar player when I’m not taking pictures. Overall, I'm interested in achieving the perfect image that I've considered for specific projects. Several of my photos have been featured on Instagram pages such as theloadingmagazine and worldviewmag.
Currently, Estevan Oriol influences my definition of street photography and culture. I take notes from 90s artists like Mike Miller and Charles Peterson. My goal is to display the world as an unforgettable picture.
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Above: National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture