How to Turn Photography from Side Hustle to Success Story - Ayanah George

If you've ever considered dipping your toes into a creative field, tune in to hear the journey of Ayanah George, a digital and film photographer who masterfully bridges the worlds of engineering and photography.  From mastering double exposure techniques to embracing the beautiful imperfections of film photography, she shares intimate insights into her creative evolution. Ayanah discusses how she built a thriving side business while staying true to her artistic voice. This episode offers a glimpse into how technical precision and artistic vision can merge to create something extraordinary while highlighting the transformative power of self-belief in pursuing creative passions. In This Episode, You'll Learn: How Ayanah transitioned from engineering to photography while juggling her day job. The inspiration she draws from Kehinde Wiley's powerful depictions of people of color. Techniques for experimenting with double exposure and the minimal editing required for film photography. The evolution of her photography style and how she captures intentional and elevated portraits. The importance of self-confidence and exposure to art in fueling creative growth. Ayanah's approach to travel photography, selling prints, and exploring new opportunities for assignments. The value of community, collaboration, and continuous learning in the creative field. Episode Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Ayanna George's Creative Journey 01:53 Early Influences and Exposure to Photography 04:12 Building a Photography Career While Balancing Engineering 08:27 Developing a Personal Style in Portraiture 11:48 Travel Photography: Capturing the Essence of Places 17:11 Transitioning from Weddings to Portraits 19:05 Inspiration from Kehinde Wiley and Double Exposure Techniques 23:48 Evolving Style and Intentionality in Photography 27:09 Confidence and Creative Growth 28:35 Conclusion and Future Aspirations Stay Connected with Our Guest: 🔗 Follow Ayanah George on Instagram: @ayanahgeorge Keep Up With Martine: Website:martineseverin.comInstagram: @martine.severin Follow This Is How We Create: @thisishowwecreate_ Subscribe to our Newsletter  Credits:This is How We Create is produced by Martine Severin and edited by Santiago Cardona. Episode research by Braila West.