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78 MOST MAGAZINE - ISSUE 68When I saw the call for submissions for the Art Fair%u2014open to artists who live or have lived in the area%u2014I submitted a series of works, including Psycho Poppies. To my delight, I was accepted. These pieces are special because they weren%u2019t created through a rigid process. I allowed my creativity to flow naturally, experimenting without overthinking. It%u2019s one of those rare moments where everything just clicked. These works are truly one-of-a-kind, and I couldn%u2019t replicate them even if I tried. LOOKING BACK ON YOUR JOURNEY SO FAR, WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO ASPIRING PHOTOGRAPHERS WHO ARE JUST BEGINNING TO EXPLORE THEIR PAS- SION?Angelica%u2019s leap into music was driven by an Don%u2019t be afraid to try new things and embrace the lessons in your mistakes. Discover what truly excites and inspires you. Join communities with shared interests%u2014there are countless opportunities to learn and grow. Participate in photo walks, exchange opinions, and don%u2019t hesitate to ask questions. It won%u2019t make you look foolish; on the contrary, it shows you%u2019re eager to learn.Enter competitions and submit your work for exhibitions. Take criticism constructively%u2014it%u2019s an invaluable part of the growth process. Most importantly, maintain integrity. Don%u2019t take advantage of people who freely offer guidance or help you secure opportunities. It%u2019s a small world, and actions like that won%u2019t go unnoticed. I%u2019ve been fortunate to have incredibly loyal mentors and friends who%u2019ve supported me on this journey. I respect them deeply, and they know who they are. On the flip side, those who have used me know to keep their distance.Photography isn%u2019t just a job%u2014it%u2019s a passion. When you approach it with authenticity and respect, the journey becomes as rewarding as the destination.78 MOST MAGAZINE - ISSUE 69