CREATIVE FREEDOM
On Top of Travel Lodge Sign Chicago. Photo By @NickVentures
Since the dawn of mankind, humans have sought ways to express themselves. Starting with cavemen painting images of herds of buffalo they hunted, self-expression has always been an essential part of the human experience. Yet, censorship exists. Used as a tool for humans to control other humans, restricting their ability to freely express themselves this has been devastating to fostering true human creativity. This suppression continues today and I’ve experienced it on platforms like YouTube, where especially recently I have found it necessary to edit down or remove my content in order to fit strict guidelines. For a while, I have dreamed of breaking free from these restrictions by creating my own platform but didn’t know where to start. For the last couple of months, this has been a project of mine to create a space where I can share my content in its raw, authentic form, without fear of censorship or attack by YouTube guidelines.
There are many goals I hope to achieve through this platform. Number one I want it to serve as a central hub where all my work can be found in one place. I have included a video section that includes every video I’ve ever created—even those removed by YouTube—presented in their original, unedited form, and free from the constraints of YouTube guidelines. I have also included a photography section showcasing moments from my adventures. While some of these photos have been shared on Instagram, others are being revealed here for the first time never seen before. My hope is for this section to become a complete catalog of all the noteworthy photos I’ve captured over the years showcasing my adventures. Finally, I have included a Blog section that will be brand new. With this, I hope to share my thoughts, behind-the-scenes stories of my adventures, insights into travel, content creation, and more. I hope this section can become a place where I can express myself and also answer many of the questions I’ve been asked over the years.
Video Section: Including all the videos I’ve ever created. Including those taken down by YouTube. Presented in their original, unedited form, free from the constraints of YouTube guidelines.
Photography Section: Complete catalog of all the noteworthy photos I’ve captured over the years showcasing my adventures. Including stuff never seen before on Instagram or other platforms.
Blog Section: A section where I can share my thoughts, behind-the-scenes stories of my adventures, insights into travel, content creation, and more. Answering several questions I’ve been asked over the years.
In a world that has become increasingly dominated by cookie-cutter, algorithm-driven content designed to grow numbers rather than foster a genuine connection with their audience. I strive for something different. I believe the true value of a person lies not in the number of followers they have but in the quality of their work, creativity, achievements, but most importantly their character and who they are as a person. How much work are you willing to put in in order to become the best version of yourself? Life is short. Therefore is is necessary to have a relentless commitment to your own growth and authenticity. Lay the foundation for your legacy. How will people remember you? Don’t forget to put your dreams first. When you make pursuing those dreams your primary focus, striving to become the best version of yourself, you can reach your deathbed and look back and be proud you lived a life that was truly fulfilling without regret. This platform will be a reflection of those values, creating a space for genuine self-expression, meaningful connection, and sharing an unrestricted version of myself and my work.
