To pivot or to persevere? Or more bluntly – to give up or to not to give up? This is a haunting question, a question that has ramifications far after an answer has been chosen and it’s also a question that almost everyone in our community has had to face at one time or another. How do you know when to give up and when to keep trying?

Nathan Sebakijje | Fine Art Photographer

Last night, my buddy and I made a conscious decision to go out and shoot, at night, in the pouring rain. Our attitude was this was what set apart the boys from the men. Right out the gate, we were battling the elements (and losing!). A total shit show, but we marched on. Then, as if by some miracle, the PHOTO GODS smiled on us, pitied us, and finally, had mercy on us. The rain stopped, and what lay before us was photographic gold. Our efforts were rewarded with wet, empty Los Angeles streets! We explored and captured the different hoods of L.A. that we rarely get to explore. We got lost in the city and documented, beautifully, our adventures that night! Read more>>

Manolis Zontanos | Stand-up comedian

Because you know doing stand up comedy is the reason why you don’t give up on life Read more>>

LEEJAMES | graphic designer for the motion picture industry / artist and music collector

whenever i feel even i ounce of doubt i recharge by linking up with fellow artists that will inspire me and push me to be great Read more>>