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Illustrator and Designer : Natalia Blackthorn (∞)
based in Podgorica, Montenegro

Natalia dabbles in a variety of mediums and aims to tell stories with her art - a mixture of subjects and/or themes relating directly to her life and some that relate to others. I came across Natalia’s work via another artist on Instagram by the name of Ann Havbo, a.k.a ‘ Eightbitstrana’. Natalia added animation to one of Havbo’s illustrations, so I curiously clicked on the profile to check out her work.

She and her girlfriend, Millie Cauldron, recently created a novel, titled ‘Act Nice’ - available here on Amazon. The story follows the life of a pop singer who falls in love with his bodyguard and the challenges that arise along the way. I had the pleasure of speaking to her about challenges she’s faced as an artist, LGTBQ+ in the arts and life, the importance of being kind to yourself and others, and more! Check out the interview below!

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Photographer / Videographer / Dancer : Tim Salaz (∞)
based in Houston, Texas

I’d like to introduce the award-winning and published creative, Tim Salaz. I discovered Salaz’ photography work as of late, but I originally knew of him from various dance battle competitions where he was known as ‘Randm’.

Salaz utilizes a myriad of skills acquired over the years to capture dancers in a prominent way and style that piqued my interest. Tim has photographed and filmed some of my favorite dancers to date - showcasing signature moves and dance styles with some of my favorites included below.

I was fortunate enough to interview Tim and revisit some dance battles/moments, what ultimately lead him into photography/videography, the impact of fatherhood, various life perspectives, and more! Check out the interview below!