In this episode of Founders and Funders, Ray interviews Vick, a passionate photographer whose hobby turned into a profession. Vick shares his journey from growing up in a small town in Indonesia to becoming an international photographer, working with models and brands, and attending Paris Fashion Week. He discusses the challenges and rewards of his career, the importance of social media in building his brand, and his aspirations for the future.

Follow Vick on Instagram:@vickar.adam

Episode Highlights:

• Photography started as a hobby for Vick and became a profession
• Vick’s work in humanitarian projects led him deeper into photography
• Social media played a crucial role in Vick’s career growth
• Vick’s first paid job came through friends and family support
• Working with models and brands expanded Vick’s portfolio
• His international exposure began in Europe, particularly in Holland
• Paris Fashion Week was a pivotal moment in Vick’s career
• Vick emphasizes the importance of trust in photography
• He advises new photographers to take every opportunity, even pro bono
• Communication is key to balancing personal style with client needs

Topics Covered:

• From hobby to profession: Vick’s photography journey
• Capturing moments: Vick’s path to international photography
• The power of social media in building a photography career
• Vick’s journey from Indonesia to Paris Fashion Week
• Trust and communication as keys to success in photography
• Balancing creative style with client expectations
• Building a photography brand through consistency and connection

Quotes from the Episode:

• “Photography is half of my life.”
• “Social media helped me a lot.”
• “Paris Fashion Week was a big opportunity.”
• “Trust is crucial in photography.”
• “Take every opportunity, even pro bono.”
• “Communication is key with clients.”
• “My style is capturing emotion.”
• “Social media connects me with people.”
• “I love capturing memories.”
• “Photography started as a hobby.”

Special thanks:
Special thanks to Society of Wolves for providing the beautiful Oxford shirt worn by Ray in this episode.
Follow them on Instagram:@society.of.wolves