Not too long ago I had the opportunity to sit down with a group of CreativeLive students attending a special week of programming in our Seattle studios. This conversation was never intended to be published, but after listening to this intimate conversation with some fellow creators, I had to share it. One of the things I really love about having students in the studio is 1:1 interaction and that non-tangible exchange that happens when a... read more ›
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The Back Story If you’ve ever wondered how pro photographers capture great photos with their phone, I have something for you. Since getting the iPhone X, I've been working on condensing my best-learned lessons in mobile photography into my first ever class on CreativeLive. What You'll Learn Using natural light to capture indoor and outdoor portraits Simple posing and light considerations for kids, adults,... read more ›
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In speaking with people all over the world, I’ve found hearing other people’s struggles is a fascinating way to helping ourselves breakthrough. This week’s episode is my keynote from CreativeLive’s PhotoWeek. On stage, I sit down with four brave volunteers to discuss some of their biggest pain points, fears, and blind spots blocking us from living, and working toward our dreams. In this episode, I talk about: Defining your dream. Many creatives haven’t defined what they... read more ›
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Hi friends. Yes, it's true! I'm looking for a high quality, high hustle digital/content guru to join my team supporting my content efforts. Over the last couple years I've turned up the heat on my social content to bring value to this community - those already with us and those yet to join our army. I'm looking for someone to focus hardcore on helping me make behind- and in-front-of-the-scenes content that adds value and tells stories ...... read more ›
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Okay, so maybe you haven't created your New York Times Best Seller that's sold millions of copies, and maybe you haven't won the Chinese kickboxing championship or hold the Guinness Record for most consecutive tango spins, but there's one all-important thing that you have in common with my pal Tim Ferriss....fear. You might think a wildly successful author and innovator doesn't experience fear like a "normal person," but as Tim revealed here, it's exactly that... read more ›
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A couple years ago, you may recall, during a month-long artist-in-residency at the Ace Hotel in NYC I took the opportunity to celebrate the snapshot -- quintessential street photography -- and I called the exhibit Dasein: Invitation to Hang. ['Dasein' is a German word used by philosophers to refer to raw human experience or the fundamental mode of "being there." I found that when applied to photography, the snapshot was the ultimate photographic expression of... read more ›
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If there’s a formula for turning your dreams into reality, Daymond has it-- and it starts with setting ambitious but achievable goals. Daymond John is a modern renaissance man. As the founder of iconic brand FUBU he first built his name in the apparel business, taking FUBU from a side hustle to over $6 billion in sales. He’s one of the stars of ABC’s Shark Tank and his most recent book The Power Of Broke... read more ›
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There are two types of photographers who impress the hell out of me. One is the wartime photojournalist, who puts his or her life on line to document real stories and images behind the world's most dangerous conflicts. [I've written about it before -- Would You Die for a Photo?]. Without their work, truths get lost, and the stakes are as high as they can get. The other is the extreme photographer. I'm not talking... read more ›
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I'm big-time stoked to bring to my blog a heavy hitter in the world of adventure storytelling. Corey Rich has done commercial work for everyone from Apple and Adidas to SI and Outside. He has an eagle eye for the shot, both for still and motion, and I've invited him here to give you all a little what-for on the topic of transition from still photography to motion film [hint: it ain't about hitting 'record'... read more ›
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Hi friends! Today on the podcast, I'm starting a new segment I'm calling: Micro Shows. In addition to the bad-ass guest interviews, these will be short 5-10 minute segments sharing inspirational tidbits, hot news, discussion on specific topics, and more. If you have ideas on what you'd like to hear on the show let me know in the comments below or on any of my social channels (facebook, twitter, instagram, snapchat): @chasejarvis. Listen to the Podcast... read more ›
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