The Interview Series

Let me get started with an unsolicited philosophical monologue disguised as an outline of my personal intentions. All kidding aside, I hold myself to these following words as a means of extending my own accountability and transparency into what will be your personal + intimate exposure of your creative process.

My intention with this series comes from a few different angles. On a personal level, I genuinely enjoy conversations which arise between people who hold the space for it- conversations which blend story-telling + personal philosophy + creative vision. Being a man who identifies with being an artist (by nature or by default is still left to question), I am possibly biased in the belief that these types of conversations are becoming rarer and rarer due to both a lack of “free time” and a lack of “creative space” afforded in people’s lives. In truth, I do believe that all people are intrinsically artists- unique within their own design, in consideration of many factors which influence expression- but I believe that I witness a general trend towards psychopathy due to “socially" + “culturally” imposed pressures to behave according to “acceptable metrics” in order to “survive.”

What do I mean by “acceptable metrics?” Good question. I am of the opinion that we are all seeking to live within a society which fosters freedom of expression and the creative impulse- but, unfortunately, this ideal calls into consideration: “the Devil is in the Details.” Without question, it is understandable why so many people exist within anger + frustration + anxiety + depression + hopelessness. But do we question the nature of these elements within our own lives? Outside of reactivity, outside of mythology, outside of narratives being broadcast- both directly and subliminally? Naturally, the way to begin this process of self-reflection and personal contemplation is through separation. It goes without saying that the only way to gain a perspective of what “it is” is through getting “AWAY” from “IT.” It is my belief that artists represent this mindset- to different degrees and with different approaches- based, once again, upon their own design in consideration of many factors which influence expression.

Speaking for myself, I recognize the relationship which exists between “COMFORTS” and “FREEDOMS.” At the risk of sounding cliché, I will say: material possessions grant neither comfort nor freedom. I would go as far as to argue that comfort is a fleeting sense, an illusion, whereas freedom is the Living of Life in reverence of Natural Law. In this I mean: that there is an awareness of “cause-and-effect,” that there is self-responsibility for all outcomes with all things, that there is a living and breathing relationship with Life in which the individual sees oneself as an influential catalyst once confusion and desperation is transformed into clarity and genuine trust. Here in lies the reverence for Natural Law: it appears to be true that a false arrival to the sense of “clarity” and “genuine trust” inevitably leads to self-destruction and a delusional self-image. And so, as these qualities of “clarity” and “genuine trust” go against the grain of what is the current state of the Human Condition, there is a requirement for the individual who claims these from a sincere place to find comfort within discomfort in order to truly live within freedom. As is said, “you can only have one master.” What’ll it be?

It is understandable why it is a path chosen by few, relative to the whole population of our shared Earth. It is understandable why many people fall into designs which are not of their own creation- designs which are dependent upon reactivity, mythology, and narratives which are broadcast in order to shape the concept of “reality.” It is understandable why many people fall into dependency upon chemical substances and/or self-proclaimed authorities to cope with this concept of “reality.” It is understandable why many people choose to renounce responsibility in relation to their place in the World, instead choosing to voluntarily subordinate their own free-will for the (marketed) possibility of achieving comfortability. It is understandable why materialism, then, has replaced rationalism- only furthering the reliance upon an artificially-constructed concept of “reality” in relation to what our potential is as the Collective Humanity. It is understandable why contradiction has become the ruling philosophy- for, in the willingness to compromise freedom for comfort, the individual does not find comfort but rather an endless chase to relieve the sense of tension and anxiety through distraction and justification.

I will take a moment to repeat: “it is understandable why so many people exist within anger + frustration + anxiety + depression + hopelessness.” We do indeed live in wild times. I am of the opinion that these qualities of mind and emotion come into a healthy relationship through the exploration of art as a “personal healing modality.” In truth, it appears that all healing inevitably leads to creativity, and that the creative impulse allows for a relationship to develop with the qualities of life always in flux, ever moving, ever changing with the seasons and the currents. In this realm does one come to access the unique design intrinsic to self, giving rise to the exploration of expression in free ways. I am willing to take a risk to make a general statement: when an artist comes to access this “realm” for themselves, there is no greater joy or genuine ecstasy. Creation vs. Consumption.

Philosophy aside, I will return to the driving motive behind this Interview Series. Even this letter is an example of what I am pointing towards: if you have read this far without jumping to conclusions/judgments/projections, then it is safe to assume that you are also in the desire for connection and relation in new ways. In this way, the appeal for short-term-attention-spans quickly vanishes. Although I am hopeful and optimistic that these interviews will generate the attention of others in time, it is not my aim to generate “quantity” at the sacrifice of “quality.” It is my aim to not only chronicle these videos for your own life (so that you may return at any point and reflect upon where you “are” in comparison to where you have “been”), but to also generate momentum for a new approach to networking. It is my aim to open up the dialogue for potential collaboration that would otherwise be inaccessible without the texture and context which I hope to open through the questions that I have designed.

Seeing as this project was spontaneously generated the morning of January 10th, 2026- it goes without saying that this is still in its developmental phase; I anticipate a learning curve within my own process as I come to learn my own formula for video production. Thankfully, all I have is time and a desire to see this through to its natural end- even if that means fueling this further into many years across many states to then extend across many nations. To this end am I willing to fuel this, while also recognizing that it can only be approached simply with “one step at a time.” It was my original intent to explore this through in-person scenarios, but I believe there will be more of an opportunity with the inclusion of virtual connections.

As far as my own creative process, my aim is to exercise new muscles in relation to collaboration. I am open to all critical feedback through this process, and I welcome those of you who would be interested in helping me learn the “formula” to any capacity. By that I mean: in regards to video editing or hosting or suggestions for equipment or any and all things in between. I am interested in getting to know you as an artist, listening to your stories and your thoughts, connecting the dots that bring us into relation despite the unique processes within our own personal stories which have led us to converge.

With that being said! Below you will find the “5 Questions” (3 of the five are technically multiple questions) which I am intending to “set the space” for you to fill in as you see fit. I will ask follow-up questions out of curiosity or for the sake of clarity, leading into different directions until it feels that the question’s answer has met its end. However you wish to interpret these questions is just fine with me; you can answer them in any way you desire- whether that be harmonious or contentious or anything in between. For some, this letter has already been a “deal breaker;” for others, the questions themselves might be “off-putting;” if I am to judge according to the quality of thought reflected in your virtual expression, I believe it will lead to a fruitful outcome.

When it comes to the general scheme of things: I am not putting any time limit on any of it; for some of you, the interview might be 20 minutes. For others, it might be a few hours. Some questions might demand more of an answer than others, depending on who you are and your walk through life. I am here for it, and genuinely believe that this type of exercise is something needed within the “Art World”- and so, I am in it for the “long haul.” I’ll meet you where you’re at, including with your availability in terms of scheduling. I imagine that we will take some time to get comfortable, set things up, and settle in for it.