THE BRITISH JOURNAL OF PHOTOGRAPHY INTERVIEWED MARCUS SMITH ABOUT STAYING PROACTIVE DURING THE PANDEMIC

How has the pandemic affected photographers’ urge to create? The British Journal of Photography interviewed four artists for insight, including Marcus Smith. At first, “I just lost all motivation after having the wind knocked out of me due to the circumstances,” he tells BJP. Eventually, he experimented with remote shooting and slowly reentered himself. “The lesson there for me is two fold,” says Marcus. “First, allow yourself the space and time to be inspired again. We’re in the era of efficiency and optimization, so not doing work can often make us feel like we’re not trying hard enough. But the truth is, we all need breaks. It’s good to step away sometimes, enjoy other things in life, and come back when you’ve recharged a bit. Second, allow yourself to remain curious no matter the circumstances. Curiosity, in my opinion, is the catalyst for successfully adapting in a rapidly shifting environment.” Read more at 1854.photography

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