Inspiration can come in many forms; It can come in words we hear or read, music we listen to, imagery we see or even people we meet. I feel lucky to have friends who regularly inspire new thoughts and ideas in me but I also love meeting new people who I can share different creative ideas with and feel newly inspired by.
Onyi is someone I met recently at a blogger event and after hearing about her photography, I was instantly inspired by her passion to work hard at improving her skill in something she loves. We instantly got on and on Sunday after meeting for the third time, Onyi took some snaps of me in what I was wearing and effortlessly captured the vibe of how I was feeling that day; Relaxed and happy.
We chatted a lot about our creative goals on Sunday and one thing I think that we both agreed on is that whichever creative outlet you decide to pursue, it takes time, effort, patience and persistence in order to improve at it and get to where you want to be… I think Onyi’s work (just check out her Instagram, her self portraits are amazing!) is a great example of how time spent working on something your passionate about can pay off.
All too often we can envision the end result of where we want to be but forget about the hard work and practice it takes in between, in order to get there. If you feel like you’ve hit a brick wall or a creative slump, keep going. Create anything until you start create something. Often we are our own worst critics and if you don’t continue to try and work at it, you’ll never know what could come of your hard work and effort…and remember what they say, “practice makes perfect”.
Check out Onyi’s blog here and Youtube here.
Samio x
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these shots are lovely! she is such a talented photographer, heading over to her instagram 😀
Pam xo/ Pam Scalfi♥
She certainly is. ?
Samio x
que fotos más bonitas!!!! me encanta como sales! además vas preciosa!! unos simples tejanos y una camisa blanca suficientes para estar perfecta!!!
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So true! I definitely agree that no matter what you do it’s going to take a lot of persistence, passion and patience- three things that are so much easier said than done.
Love the relaxed vibe of all of these photos as well!
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Thanks, yes sometimes you’ve got to remind yourself what you’re working towards. 😀
Samio x
Love this effortless chic look!
xo, Jane
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Thank you Jane. 🙂
Samio x
You look great!
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Loved this post! You look so effortless!
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Thank you Violette.
Samio x
I so agree on everything you just have said plus the photos turned out so well! You look gorgeous and I’m already loving Onyi’s instagram! 🙂
Have a lovely day!
XO, Melissa
Thanks Melissa, hope you have a lovely day too!
Samio x
Such a natural and truly beauty you are!
Ah thank you! 🙂
Samio x
I am loving your blog! Great posts! 🙂
xo,
Jasmine
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Thank you Jasmine!
Samio x
Amazing post with great insight. Thanks for sharing! xo, sharon
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Thank you Sharon.
Samio x
coool hair, such a cute outfit. xx
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Wow you’re so beautiful babe! And I LOVEEEE your hair!
Great outfit, you rock this casual look!
Xx,
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Really beautiful shots! I totally agree with everything you said too. One of the the best things is to be around like minded people and become inspired. Have a great day! x x
Girl, you are beyond beautiful!
Stunning shots and outfit, btw!
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Such an inspiring post. Great to see two creatives come together, great post!
Xx
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Ah thank you Maya! Yes I love working with fellow creatives, I find it so inspiring. 😀
Samio X
These shots are amazing and truely reflect the vibe of how you felt that day!
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Thanks Daniela.
Samio x