Meet Tim Jones | Multi-Media Storyteller

We had the good fortune of connecting with Tim Jones and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Tim, how do you think about risk?
When it comes to risk, I see it as an opportunity to exceed the limits I’ve set for myself. Yes, risks can be scary, but I feel like it’s just a part of life. Originally, I aimed to start my career in filmmaking and on-set work, but nowadays, most of the opportunities I receive involve other creative tasks like photoshoots, web design, 3-D visuals, editing and shooting vlogs, capturing footage and taking event photography. I’ve even had chances to do some modeling and acting work, all while working part-time at a photography studio.

Even looking back on my childhood, I used to jump from high places, which now seems like some crazy risk-taking lol. Even then, I was cautious and aware of the potential dangers before taking the leap. Sometimes, I’d land without a scratch, other times I’d get hurt, but that never stopped me from dusting myself off and trying again later.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
What sets me apart from others is how I connect different forms of media. I like the experimenting process of it all. It engages a sense of play for me. In my head, I’m like “Maybe I should use these extra images for a little animated part in a carousel post”. It’s really the “oh this might be cool” moments and following through with them and seeing whether or not it is cool.

I’m excited about expanding my work on a social scale. I’m working towards making events that feature not only my but others’ work as well. There would be one big collaboration project during these events as well. I figure this could bring other creatives together but still be enjoyable for the general public.

When considering how I got to where I am professionally. it feels a little surreal. I feel like there’s still so much more to learn and fine-tune but I have to say it’s really because of people that consulted me based on the work I posted across platforms. This solely goes back to doing it for fun and sticking to it even if a post “doesn’t do well”.

One of my challenges was that perspective of thinking. Eventually, I learned to see the value of work even if it doesn’t get that many likes. I turned off like counts on Instagram and that helped so if anyone else has a similar issue I recommend you try that out.

A lesson I learned over time is that being creative takes time for the results to show. I feel like it’s like slowly rolling a snowball until it gets big enough to be used as part of a snowman and then eventually some people come over time to check out your cool snowman. Then they tell their friends and then their friends tell their friends. It’s all about sticking to it and being proud of your efforts over time eventually the news will spread.

I want the world to know that I’m constantly evolving my work and I’m determined to show you how you can build on your passions over time.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
Alright so if a friend was to come to Georgia. We have to check out Paradise Wings & Deli. I’ve been going there for years now. It was always a go-to after a skateboard session. It’s just now it’s go-to after a photoshoot session lol. We then have to make plans to visit the High Museum of Art in Atlanta. I have been going there since I got the membership. It’s refreshing honestly. We then hang out around Ponce City Market. There’s a bunch of little shops to check out there. If not there, 5 points have a good selection of places to explore as well. There’s also a skate shop nearby called Stratosphere, which I drop by when I’m in the area. Either way, most of our time is going to explore the events Atlanta has to offer while they’re here.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
I would like to express my gratitude to several individuals. First and foremost, I would like to thank my dad, Tim Senior, for gifting me the Canon 60D that I use today when I was in high school. Additionally, I am grateful to my mom, Ferinda, for allowing me to attend SCAD. I am also thankful to photography professor Ryan Debolski for imparting the knowledge that has helped me realize the full potential of my Canon 60D. I am indebted to my girlfriend, Aliyah, for her early collaboration in photography as well as her continued support. Finally, I would like to extend my appreciation to my friends and family who have acknowledged the progress I’ve made.

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