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shanita hubbard's avatar

"You need to rescue the thing that you love from your need to survive."

I will be sitting with this sentence for a long time.

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Lloyd's avatar

Hey Gioncarlo,

I know you're a fan of Avedon, I found this article and it reminded me of one of your previous newsletters, so here it is in case you haven't seen it yet: https://www.neilselkirk.com/avedon

There's a really interesting article on Arbus as well.

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Gioncarlo Valentine's avatar

Thanks so much, Lloyd! I’ll give it a read!!! Thank you for thinking of me.

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Nia Hampton's avatar

Not feeling seen can surely lead into desperation! Always struggling with that myself. Sometimes it turns into self determination too. Unsolicited advice on burnout; TEACHING!!! Being paid to watch others discover their voice through sharing what you know is so much fun and a good way to pay for your life while you become choosy about what you wanna do next. I’m sure there are places that would love to have you as lecturer.

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Gioncarlo Valentine's avatar

A beautiful offering. Thank you, my love. It’s something I’m definitely considering/thinking through.

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AISHA MIRZA's avatar

man, that lake house was lucky to have you. transfixed by photo of person with nails on phone - curious about it - wish i could have been there when it came into being - want to see a photo of you taking it! I also love Feist!! thank you for reminding me to listen to the new one! sb of dreams x

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Gioncarlo Valentine's avatar

When we went in to order our subs I saw her nails clicking away on the register and asked her if she'd be willing to step outside for a picture. The restaurant got a call as she was headed out so she grabbed the phone. She was being photographed while taking an order. <3

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AISHA MIRZA's avatar

perfect, thank you :))

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