320: How Fashion Photographer Itaysha Jordan Made Her Iconic Dream Career A Reality

Every week we hear from phenomenal individuals whose #dreamdriving journeys have inspired us to keep pushing. Itaysha Jordan's story is no different. Having always been captivated by fashion and beauty, Itaysha fell in love with the medium of photography in high school - and soon realized her calling. She didn't know exactly how this desire to be a fashion photographer would pan but that didn't stop her from putting in the work to make this dream a reality. On this REWIND episode from 2019, Itaysha discusses the highs and lows of navigating the New York City photography scene, creating a signature style, building clientele, cultivating relationships and the road to defining what success, in the end, looks like for her. She shares her personal #dreamdriving journey and how she's been able to work with big names & brands such as Essence, Tracee Ellis Ross, Taraji P. Henson, Solange, Issa Rae, and more. If you have a gift, believe in what you're capable of and don't stop working until you achieve it. If you enjoy this episode, please make sure you share online with your community! You can find us at @dreamsindrive on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram, and use the hashtag #dreamsindrive! Enjoy! Itaysha's Keys To Success: 1. A strong foundation 2. Authentic relationships 3. Camera + reflector FIND ITAYSHA JORDAN Instagram: @itayshaphoto Twitter: @itayshaphoto FIND RANA ONLINE Instagram: @dreamsindrive Instagram: @rainshineluv DONATE TO/SUPPORT DREAMS IN DRIVE: www.dreamsindrive.com/donate SIGN UP FOR OUR WEEKLY NEWSLETTER - THE KEYS: www.dreamsindrive.com/join  JOIN THE #DREAMSINDRIVE FACEBOOK GROUP: www.dreamsindrive.com/facebook