016. the grind isn't Holy, it's a black hole

An episode of the Kick Your Boots Off podcast, hosted by Kari Tello, titled "016. the grind isn't Holy, it's a black hole" was published on July 15, 2025 and runs 68 minutes.

July 15, 2025 ·68m · Kick Your Boots Off

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Summary

In this episode of Kick Your Boots Off, I sit down with my friend and fellow creative Gabriel Ramirez — a Southern Oregon-based photographer with a big heart for community, storytelling, and the kind of creativity that doesn't come from being booked out 24/7. We chat about Gabe’s journey from shooting his first wedding (paid for with the 50mm lens he shot it on), to finding purpose in styled shoots, rest, and making his creative shoot ideas actually happen (like his now-featured Leon Bridges concert session — yes, really). Check it out here!We also dig into:What “success” actually looks like for different creativesThe real power of social media (when used intentionally)Building community in small townsPrioritizing diversity and representation in your portfolioWhy being not fully booked can be the biggest creative blessingThis one goes out to the homies feeling stuck, craving inspiration, or just needing a reminder that you don’t have to hustle yourself into burnout to be successful!Follow along with him on instagram : @gabrielramirez.photo& Visit his website : https://www.gabrielramirezphotos.com

Episode Description

In this episode of Kick Your Boots Off, I sit down with my friend and fellow creative Gabriel Ramirez — a Southern Oregon-based photographer with a big heart for community, storytelling, and the kind of creativity that doesn't come from being booked out 24/7. We chat about Gabe’s journey from shooting his first wedding (paid for with the 50mm lens he shot it on), to finding purpose in styled shoots, rest, and making his creative shoot ideas actually happen (like his now-featured Leon Bridges concert session — yes, really). Check it out here!

We also dig into:

What “success” actually looks like for different creatives
The real power of social media (when used intentionally)
Building community in small towns
Prioritizing diversity and representation in your portfolio
Why being not fully booked can be the biggest creative blessing

This one goes out to the homies feeling stuck, craving inspiration, or just needing a reminder that you don’t have to hustle yourself into burnout to be successful!

Follow along with him on instagram : @gabrielramirez.photo

& Visit his website : https://www.gabrielramirezphotos.com