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149. From Side Hustle to Mastering a Signature Style - Mark Clennon
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How do you find the courage to leave a stable career and chase a creative dream?
In this episode, I sit down with the incredible photographer Mark Clennon, who did exactly that. Mark shares the real story of his leap from a 9-to-5 into the world of full-time commercial photography. We talk about the initial struggles, the community's pivotal role in his journey, and how he built a new life and career after moving to Los Angeles.
I’m excited for you to listen to this conversation. I wish I had had this episode when I first started out as a commercial photographer. Mark shares the challenges and triumphs of defining your artistic voice and building a sustainable creative life on your own terms. Mark’s journey is a powerful reminder that sometimes the biggest risks lead to the most rewarding destinations.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Mark Clennon and His Journey
01:59 Early Creative Influences and Curiosity
04:14 The Gift of Photography and Initial Struggles
05:54 Building Community and Transitioning to Full-Time Photography
10:12 Taking the Leap: Quitting the Day Job
12:10 Navigating the Early Days of Freelancing
15:00 First Major Commercial Success and Learning the Trade
17:00 Relocating to Los Angeles: A New Chapter
19:03 Defining Artistic Identity and Signature Style
22:57 Creative Voice and Decision Making
30:26 Building Community in a New City
36:22 Learning from Challenges and Problem Solving
42:31 The Importance of Creative Play and Reflection
Connect With Mark:
Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark.c/?hl=en
Mark’s Website: https://www.markclennon.com
Listen to Mark’s TED Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/mark_clennon_finding_your_point_of_view
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This is How We Create is produced by Martine Severin. This episode was edited by Santiago Cardona and Daniel Espinosa.
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