I have never known another that I felt like a twin that had identical thoughts, experiences, artistic expressions and just this past week decided to take swimming lessons at age 66. I started taking photos at age 60, I was the oldest in my classes, I have so much I want to see and do with my camera, I have a dream to just walk around in silence , me and my camera and take interesting images of people. This was inspiring, thank you Sean for sharing her, I have been a fan from a distance of your beautiful work. God bless, keep sharing, keep encouraging us that aspire to take interesting, thought provoking images. 📸
This! Is! Fantastic! As an introvert (who also read Quiet), I thoroughly enjoyed watching this amazing artist and person. Beautifully articulated how important it is to find our peaceful & creative place in life. Blessings to Margaret.
You had me at Creative Introvert. Hello my people. I'm quietly excited just knowing there's a whole bunch of us in the world who are these kinds of people. Thank you so much Sean for sharing Margaret's story - Margaret, I absolutely love your work and the feeling that jumps out from the image and paintings and pulls me in close and quietly surrounds my soul. Love it.
I didn't know people were complaining about leaving images to the end. Personally I love it, and I agree with your reasoning. I think it helps a ton to be able to just take in the photos without trying to multitask (and failing).
Being an introvert, Margaret's story is so immediately relatable to me. She is living my dream. Thank you so much to you both for sharing this beautiful story here!
Simply beautiful. So much, I can’t find words. I’m very glad I found your channel in the time of emotional disturbance in my life. Please keep sharing all those inspiring stories. ❤
Brilliant, just briliant. Margaret seems to have such a deep, beautiful and creative mind. What an inspiration, especially for us strong introverts out there. Thank you for this video, Sean.
I just rewatched this video - when you first published this video I did a deep dive into all things Margaret and signed up for her Creative Photography retreat a year in advance. This retreat is now only 30 days away and I am so looking forward to it. Thank you so much for this video and all content you create - I will be traveling farther than I have ever traveled and I know my life is about to experience many priceless memories!
This deeply resonated with me. Margaret's quiet strength and strong sense of identity is the goal of all introverts. Beautifully shot and presented. I initially didn't like the images at the end from another video but have since come around to seeing why you do it this way. It allows the viewer to be fully immersed in each aspect: first the words, then the images. Excellent work, Sean.
Mate - you are a very good presenter. No self-promoting, big-noting or hyperbole, just great content and advice, presented calmly, spoken clearly… and (thank goodness) without the now-almost-standard “like”, “like”, “like” inserted between every second word that we must endure from so many other content creators. Thank you. Great channel.
I’m currently in a toxic relationship where I’m often being gaslighted, misunderstood and “punished” for my deeply introverted, emotional personality. This story gives me hope that I, too, will come out on the other side - self-aware, confident, and proud of who I am. That I, too, will be able to build a life that I’m in love with, a life where I’m solo by choice and that allows me be utterly and unapologetically me. Thank you, Sean, for this video.
Thank you Margaret and Sean, that was one if not the most inspirational video I have ever watched that put all of me as a jigsaw puzzle into place. I have an continue to suffer from severe depression and a mental break down and have just lost my job of 22 years as a nurse because of it. But it find growth and moments of calm and clarity though channeling my grief, my mood and my emotional state into my photography, how I edit and how I then describe my images. This video has helped me start to make sense of what it is I am doing and perhaps why. Thank you so very much.
It was as if i was almost watching a video of my life, as an introvert myself it’s so comforting to hear the stories of others. That place of comfort in her childhood is something I also carry with me but for me it’s the mountains in North Wales and specifically two locations which i still hold very dear and bring great joy and calm to my life. As always the way in which you’ve shot and edited this film is stunning.
My life has been blessed since meeting Margaret, Her essence. her sharing. The comments below say it all, the rhythm tone of this film captures the person I have come to know and the joy of being her friend. ( love Ratty)
One of the things that drew me to your videos is that you appear to be an introvert. This brought me comfort because I am absolutely an introvert. I live on the Oregon Coast and wandering the forests, cliffs, and beaches gives me plenty of solitude and gives me the connection with the water, that much like your guest, I need. This was a great video, thank you.
What an unbelievable story, and such a beautiful photographer, painter and talker. Your work and experiences you share are so meaningful and expressive. Absolutely love your content. Keep up the amazing work.
Thank you Sean for bringing us this wonderful interview with Margaret. I love her way of being and of creating. Thank you also for your comments supporting women photographers. It can be a very male oriented space at tines, especially on TH-cam, so it's nice to see you bring Margaret's work to your audience. I always love to see a new video from you, they are unique and always inspirational. Thank you Sean.
Thank you Sean for bringing this subject up and for letting us hear Margarets story and wise words. I had tears in my eyes for the better part of the interview due to me reflecting on my own life and my own photography. ❤
What a great interview and lovely artists, thank you for sharing. It also took me 35 or 40 years to understand myself after reading Susan Cains book. This has been a sort of life saver because it stopped me from thinking that I am wrong. Just like Margaret mentions. I also learnt to fell proud of my strenghts and my depth. Unfortunately most of the schools / universities / employers do not realise the difference and fail to support wonderful people who are less loud than others. I wish that more people would make sure that they live the life they want for themself and not to the expectation of others. The photos look beautiful, thank you for the presentation. I also love watching the water, but where I live, there is not much movement in it, unfortunately.
This gave me soo much inspiration to be myself . Now I know I am not shy and backward,; I am a quiet creative introvert who also takes photos and paints them!
The very same book completely changed my life and the self-understanding. My camera has remained in the bag for the last 3-4 years as parenting is not only a full time job, but extremely difficult. Fatigue and the fact that my child is unbelievably gregarious which is exhausting and unfortunately my "alone time" is rarely outside, but instead in my office behind a computer. While I'd never give up my family I am envious that Margaret has been able to move to a remote location to be her best self. I'm limited by the location of schools and my families needs for socialising often. I owe @seantuck a big thank you for taking the effort to travel all that way and record this interview. It is this video that got me pulling out the camera, the lenses and the rest of my gear, dusting it off and inspiring me to pick up where I left off. Thank you.
Wow, this just brought me to tears. Thank you both for making this. I deeply appreciate the honesty around the struggles of life’s intensity and busyness. Your voice Margaret, is both encouraging and important. Thank you.
What a beauty lady. She has such serenity and peace and this is reflected in her lovely images. It sounds like her life was on hold but now she has found a way forward. Thank you Sean. This is a beautiful video and your choice to introduce her first was absolutely the right decision.
As a creative introvert this resonates in two ways, the need for peace and quiet to focus and tap into my creativity, and a bit of nostalgia as I used to holiday on the Isle of Harris as a child, then I lived on the Isle of Lewis as a teenager. It was where my creative journey began to flourish and it still influences some of my work now, and my appreciation of nature and the natural environment. It was not a place that I could settle forever, but I do sometimes miss the peace and the beautiful scenery. Blessings to Margaret, for finding peace, embracing and accepting herself, and for being an inspiration to all.
As another introverted photographer with SAD, (Social Anxiety Disorder), I found this interview to be truly inspirational. And her images are amazing. Thank you so much for sharing. ❤
Friar Tucker, I am always bowled over by your generosity. You promote other photographers more than you promote your own work, and they're mostly LIVING photographers! Thanks for always giving us something worth chewing on.
Came across this video by accident. Started to watch it for some unknown reason but then found myself drawn in to Margaret. What a life , a story and photography. 👍👌
I just want to share that I feel Sean makes the most thoughtful and informative videos that inspire, create and connect to his audience. He is such a gift to the YT platform and I am personally grateful for his time, expertise and passion he puts into all his videos. To say he has inspired my work is an understatement. TY
I needed this. I don’t have any creative friends who identify as introvert like myself, so to hear her story just hits home for me. Biggest takeaway for me is when she also said that it’s a necessity rather than a luxury. Well done Sean!
Brother Sean, you've done it again--Margaret sharing her creative journey and the courage to follow her heart is more that mere motivation--her story energizes my hope. Please convey my deepest thanks to her for sharing. And, some of her work is almost breath-taking...she is amazing. And, my continual appreciation to you, Sean...as I've said on many posts, you are a gift...watching you and your creative journey grow over the years has been a vitamin of life for me (and undoubtedly many othera). Be well, my Brother...stay true to your calling. God be with you always. Peace and hope.
Sean, I am absolutely devouring your channel. However, what I truly love is the love, kindness, friendship and respect you show to the people that are on your channel. Allowing them time to truly share their stories and showing their low points and high points in their lives. Life is so full of pressure to be the best, get the best camera, understand the rules, editing etc. What you are showing through your channel is we can fail or have bad days, however, feeling photography and allowing that passion will bring out the best side of ourselves. The people you feature on your channel are so humble, incredibly creative and they are following their intuition and love. Thank you so much for showing the emotional side of photography and I can easily watch your videos 10x over
Something I struggled over for years was reclaiming my own time. I look forward to the day I can find my perfect spot as Margaret did. Until then, I must do as she did on your workshops/retreats and set aside the time I need for me to do what I must; not just to create, but to mentally recharge myself the way photography enables me to do. I'm certain there were moments in your interview where you prompted her with questions. The importance of her words coming out in the video made it about her, where many interviewers purposefully or inadvertently make the interview about themselves. Thank you for making it about Margaret.
Love these photographer features! Hearing her tell her story, challenges and transformations, and following her inspiration to the fullest with dedication to expressing herself...truly inspiring.
Beautiful. Every photo is a painting. Thanks to Margaret for her joy in the process she has created and for sharing her story. I had a very rare dream this morning, and the color in my dream was on a convertible car and I could see it in my mind, but I did not see the color anywhere until I saw the canvas that Margaret was painting. I had been thinking about that color all day.
Another fantastic video, can full relate to this. I spent a year in Asia traveling alone and loving every second of it. Now i am saving for a 4 year trip to travel alone. Being able to get lost in the thing you love is heaven.
Hi Sean! Margaret's story is not only a great story for introverts but for anyone. I can completely relate to Margaret's ways of feeling, thinking, and being. It is refreshing to talk about mental health and the importance and power of photography and any kind of art as a way to permit yourself to self-liberate from social conventions and the weight of responsibility that we have to hold. Cheers!
I used to be an extrovert but since my disability I’ve become an introvert. I’m extremely conscious of me and my surroundings. Just as I got into photography my illness struck and I found this change in direction extremely to difficult to deal with. My passion was street photography but I felt extremely exposed having thousands of pounds of equipment hanging from my neck I made the tough decision to sell my equipment. Although I love the hobby I just admire it from afar. I love your work Sean keep up the great work, such an inspiration. Margaret you’re an inspiration great work.
I love - and feel - this so very much. Nothing but respect for Margaret and her story. And what a lovely portrait you've made of her with this video, Sean.
Lovely lady, very articulate. I can really identify with her challenges of good mother, wife and not giving time to be myself and nurture what I needed. Margaret is fortunate to have found this space much earlier than I. Wonderful video!!! The scenes are breath taking - I could live there like that. 🙂
Once again Sean, thank you for bring these amazing women to our attention. I really enjoyed listening to Margaret quiet but assured story about her life and what continues to drives her creativity.
Thank you so much for sharing Margaret's story. I found that being introverted helped spawn a constant need for creative discovery, whether it's making music, photography or (professionally) as a graphic designer. I was able to develop an inner peace and confidence in order to undertake creative projects and immerse myself in them. I retired last year and decided to take up photography again after a considerable amount of time away. The passion returned and I look forward to waking up each day so I can explore the world with my camera. It's so inspiring to hear someone who has followed a similar creative and spiritual path.
What a powerful interview and wonderful photos. Thanks to you both for sharing the story and the thoughts. ❤️ They are giving so much comfort as well as insperation and help to think about who I am and what I am doing.
Although everyones' images in your interviews are beautiful. I really enjoy listening to people talk. That's the most important thing for me. Taking in someone's experiences. Their work comes last. People come first.
Thank you for this, both of you. I can so relate to this, being an introvert, having suffered migraines and stress which led to fatigue and depression. Beautiful to watch this, on that beautiful isle, having found peace of mind and a way to cope with life.
Thank you for introducing us to Margaret Soraya. Wow. Her photographs are wonderfully moving. They resonate deeply - I was a waterbug as a kid and spent lots of time underwater at the pool. I've learned not to leave water all over the counters, as my partner Ishani doesn't find it as natural as I do. Cheerio, Margaret, thanks for evoking feelings of waves, wetsuits, fins, and water life.
Fellow introvert here (and completely unapologetic about it). What a lovely soul and beautiful life she's finally created for herself. And solitude is underrated...although I may be alone, I am never lonely. (And "Quiet" is a brilliant book...should be required reading for introverts).
" creativity is not a luxary but a necessity" I understand that. Thru this video I understood the dificulty I'm in. I'm struggling to find this space around me. Yes I need space, I need time to let myself float in time. Thank Sean .
I’m at my most content when being held by the waves. I hope to find my confidence/strength to express myself again one day too. Thank you for sharing your story
Thank you Sean, for another brilliant video. And thank you for giving a shout out to women photographers. Not known anyone else do that! I have been following Margaret for a while now and the images you have shown are beautiful. She is an inspiration to me; she is gentle and a pleasure to listen to. Thanks.
I am 49 years old, and I completely understand Margaret. I am the same. She mentioned Susan Kane. Ever since I watched her Ted Talk, I immediately understood myself. My mother, with whom I operate a business, does not understand me. But that's okay. My wife understands me completely, although I have to create my own environment to recharge because I feel they sometimes forget and view it as laziness. But that's okay too. Regarding Margaret Soraya's photographs. Viewing them, I feel alone, but not afraid. Somewhat overwhelmed by the environment that I surrender myself to it.
This was an amazing video! I'm more of a social introvert myself, but every part of this interview resonates with me. Though I've done a lot of work adjusting my day to day life to match my soul and personality it's so nice to know you're not alone. Huge thanks to you Sean and to the wonderful Margaret for speaking up for the calm and quiet souls.
Thank you Sean. I feel like you and Margaret are my people. Photography is a new venture for me, but, being an introvert is not. I think exploring our expression, of who we are as creative people, is an ongoing life long process. Being alone, is not, being lonely. For me, it is just a part of who I am. Photography has been an interest of mine for decades. While I had ideas about what I wanted to do as a photographer I had to have the time available to figure out how to be a one-handed southpaw photographer. I really enjoy your channel. Thank you.
A very well put together interview with Margaret, to hear how someone who is an introvert can be such a powerful creative. Her images that you shared were impactful and moving. Thank you for creating this and sharing it with us.
I enjoyed that one Sean. For some reason Margaret reminded me of film I watched as a young boy. The Incredible Mr.Limpet. Don Knots plays a bookish introverted man with a fascination of the sea and the all the creatures that live within it. Its part film and part animation and while Mr Limpet is on dry land its film, but when he leans forward looking into the sea and falls into it becomes an animation with Mr Limpet becoming transformed into a fish, a fish with spectacles.😮he befriends the sea life and somehow becomes a hero before landing himself back on dry land at which point the animation becomes film once again. Perhaps its the comfort that Margaret draws from the sea that triggered this long forgotten memory of a film, I watched as youth but like life that lives deep within the sea so did this boyhood memory live deep within my consciousness. Until you Sean and Margaret brought it back to the surface.
I am watching this a few times over. This is what i am on TH-cam for. Thanks a ton Sean for bringing these stories- they resonate at a very personal level.
Thank you so much for sharing her story. Many times beauty is born from pain and loneliness. I being a painter/photographer as well (portraits) I can relate to her struggles and the peace that she finds through the act of creativity.
This is so refreshing and reassuring! For introverts, it’s a tough world, this that won’t stop talking. Susan Cain’s book had the same effect on me. Thank you for another great documentary and for introducing Margaret.
I plan to watch and rewatch this video to try and absorb all the wisdom and insight that comes from her soul. It truly resonates with me and my heart and personality as a creative. Thank you for sharing this beautiful piece.
Has beginner photographer. It's challenging since I'm introvert, in finding where I fit in in the creative side of photography. And this video made me realized that when I'm alone is when I'm more free to explore and take images on my own time. Thank you for keep doing this type videos that give a more spiritual journey with photography
Excellent video Sean, interesting and a joy to hear Margaret. This all resonates with me. It is always great to see people find and stick to their true self. Well done Margaret. You are inspiring.
Wow… I’m so pleased i just watched this before going to work & at the start of a new week. Listening to people that have the vocabulary to express how they are or feel is something i aspire to! Very reassuring as well as motivational. Thanks Sean, Margaret 👍❤
Super video. I could have to her for an hour or more. Finding space in the world as an introvert can be difficult. Appreciating your own value is a beginning. Her work is magnificent.
Honestly Sean your work is absolutely beautiful. I love how much thought and heart goes into your videos. I resonated so much with this video that I had to write how it made me feel. There’s really nobody else like you. Thank you for all that you provide us on your channel from knowledge to inspiration and everything in between.
Ah amazing video Sean. There so much I can relate too in this video. Thanks for making it and thanks to Margaret for taking part. It’s so good to hear how others have learned about themselves and learned how to create the conditions for them to be able to create and thrive.
Margaret has very beautiful work 🎉 I understand her need to be alone and for sure these are the times one produces some very creative works. Even among a group of people outdoors , I find myself stepping away and that's when I am settled on my own photography
Viewed your Why No One Cares about Photograpy (may have not got the wording right altogether) before this one. These two have simply set the tone of my day today. Thank you for these thoughtful and "thinking" videos.
I have never known another that I felt like a twin that had identical thoughts, experiences, artistic expressions and just this past week decided to take swimming lessons at age 66. I started taking photos at age 60, I was the oldest in my classes, I have so much I want to see and do with my camera, I have a dream to just walk around in silence , me and my camera and take interesting images of people. This was inspiring, thank you Sean for sharing her, I have been a fan from a distance of your beautiful work. God bless, keep sharing, keep encouraging us that aspire to take interesting, thought provoking images. 📸
Inspirational ! Enjoy the peace with your camera and take images that make you happy :)
Such a beautiful post! Good Luck to you.
How's your photography going?
This! Is! Fantastic! As an introvert (who also read Quiet), I thoroughly enjoyed watching this amazing artist and person. Beautifully articulated how important it is to find our peaceful & creative place in life. Blessings to Margaret.
You had me at Creative Introvert. Hello my people. I'm quietly excited just knowing there's a whole bunch of us in the world who are these kinds of people. Thank you so much Sean for sharing Margaret's story - Margaret, I absolutely love your work and the feeling that jumps out from the image and paintings and pulls me in close and quietly surrounds my soul. Love it.
I didn't know people were complaining about leaving images to the end. Personally I love it, and I agree with your reasoning. I think it helps a ton to be able to just take in the photos without trying to multitask (and failing).
Being an introvert, Margaret's story is so immediately relatable to me. She is living my dream. Thank you so much to you both for sharing this beautiful story here!
Simply beautiful. So much, I can’t find words. I’m very glad I found your channel in the time of emotional disturbance in my life. Please keep sharing all those inspiring stories. ❤
Brilliant, just briliant. Margaret seems to have such a deep, beautiful and creative mind. What an inspiration, especially for us strong introverts out there. Thank you for this video, Sean.
I just rewatched this video - when you first published this video I did a deep dive into all things Margaret and signed up for her Creative Photography retreat a year in advance. This retreat is now only 30 days away and I am so looking forward to it. Thank you so much for this video and all content you create - I will be traveling farther than I have ever traveled and I know my life is about to experience many priceless memories!
Just the way Margaret speaks gives a wonderful feeling of authenticity.
This deeply resonated with me. Margaret's quiet strength and strong sense of identity is the goal of all introverts. Beautifully shot and presented. I initially didn't like the images at the end from another video but have since come around to seeing why you do it this way. It allows the viewer to be fully immersed in each aspect: first the words, then the images. Excellent work, Sean.
Mate - you are a very good presenter. No self-promoting, big-noting or hyperbole, just great content and advice, presented calmly, spoken clearly… and (thank goodness) without the now-almost-standard “like”, “like”, “like” inserted between every second word that we must endure from so many other content creators.
Thank you. Great channel.
Love this so much. And can relate very much. I met Margaret a couple of times on Harris. Love her work and how it connects so much emotionally.
I’m currently in a toxic relationship where I’m often being gaslighted, misunderstood and “punished” for my deeply introverted, emotional personality. This story gives me hope that I, too, will come out on the other side - self-aware, confident, and proud of who I am. That I, too, will be able to build a life that I’m in love with, a life where I’m solo by choice and that allows me be utterly and unapologetically me. Thank you, Sean, for this video.
The only way your getting out is by getting out of that toxic relationship.
Thank you Margaret and Sean, that was one if not the most inspirational video I have ever watched that put all of me as a jigsaw puzzle into place. I have an continue to suffer from severe depression and a mental break down and have just lost my job of 22 years as a nurse because of it. But it find growth and moments of calm and clarity though channeling my grief, my mood and my emotional state into my photography, how I edit and how I then describe my images. This video has helped me start to make sense of what it is I am doing and perhaps why. Thank you so very much.
Incredible and fascinating interview - thank you! Another female introvert here ... some of the story certainly resonates with me.
It was as if i was almost watching a video of my life, as an introvert myself it’s so comforting to hear the stories of others. That place of comfort in her childhood is something I also carry with me but for me it’s the mountains in North Wales and specifically two locations which i still hold very dear and bring great joy and calm to my life. As always the way in which you’ve shot and edited this film is stunning.
My life has been blessed since meeting Margaret, Her essence. her sharing. The comments below say it all, the rhythm tone of this film captures the person I have come to know and the joy of being her friend. ( love Ratty)
One of the things that drew me to your videos is that you appear to be an introvert. This brought me comfort because I am absolutely an introvert. I live on the Oregon Coast and wandering the forests, cliffs, and beaches gives me plenty of solitude and gives me the connection with the water, that much like your guest, I need. This was a great video, thank you.
What an unbelievable story, and such a beautiful photographer, painter and talker.
Your work and experiences you share are so meaningful and expressive.
Absolutely love your content.
Keep up the amazing work.
Thank you Sean for bringing us this wonderful interview with Margaret. I love her way of being and of creating. Thank you also for your comments supporting women photographers. It can be a very male oriented space at tines, especially on TH-cam, so it's nice to see you bring Margaret's work to your audience.
I always love to see a new video from you, they are unique and always inspirational. Thank you Sean.
Thank you Sean for bringing this subject up and for letting us hear Margarets story and wise words. I had tears in my eyes for the better part of the interview due to me reflecting on my own life and my own photography. ❤
What a great interview and lovely artists, thank you for sharing. It also took me 35 or 40 years to understand myself after reading Susan Cains book. This has been a sort of life saver because it stopped me from thinking that I am wrong. Just like Margaret mentions. I also learnt to fell proud of my strenghts and my depth. Unfortunately most of the schools / universities / employers do not realise the difference and fail to support wonderful people who are less loud than others. I wish that more people would make sure that they live the life they want for themself and not to the expectation of others. The photos look beautiful, thank you for the presentation. I also love watching the water, but where I live, there is not much movement in it, unfortunately.
Sean, you have the most underrated channel on TH-cam. Thank you for all the work you put down for us!
This gave me soo much inspiration to be myself . Now I know I am not shy and backward,; I am a quiet creative introvert who also takes photos and paints them!
The very same book completely changed my life and the self-understanding. My camera has remained in the bag for the last 3-4 years as parenting is not only a full time job, but extremely difficult. Fatigue and the fact that my child is unbelievably gregarious which is exhausting and unfortunately my "alone time" is rarely outside, but instead in my office behind a computer. While I'd never give up my family I am envious that Margaret has been able to move to a remote location to be her best self. I'm limited by the location of schools and my families needs for socialising often. I owe @seantuck a big thank you for taking the effort to travel all that way and record this interview. It is this video that got me pulling out the camera, the lenses and the rest of my gear, dusting it off and inspiring me to pick up where I left off. Thank you.
Wow, this just brought me to tears. Thank you both for making this. I deeply appreciate the honesty around the struggles of life’s intensity and busyness. Your voice Margaret, is both encouraging and important. Thank you.
This was so beautiful! As an introvert, Margaret's words of wisdom were so helpful to me. Thank you, Sean and Margaret.
What a beauty lady. She has such serenity and peace and this is reflected in her lovely images. It sounds like her life was on hold but now she has found a way forward. Thank you Sean. This is a beautiful video and your choice to introduce her first was absolutely the right decision.
As a creative introvert this resonates in two ways, the need for peace and quiet to focus and tap into my creativity, and a bit of nostalgia as I used to holiday on the Isle of Harris as a child, then I lived on the Isle of Lewis as a teenager. It was where my creative journey began to flourish and it still influences some of my work now, and my appreciation of nature and the natural environment. It was not a place that I could settle forever, but I do sometimes miss the peace and the beautiful scenery. Blessings to Margaret, for finding peace, embracing and accepting herself, and for being an inspiration to all.
As another introverted photographer with SAD, (Social Anxiety Disorder), I found this interview to be truly inspirational. And her images are amazing. Thank you so much for sharing. ❤
Friar Tucker, I am always bowled over by your generosity. You promote other photographers more than you promote your own work, and they're mostly LIVING photographers! Thanks for always giving us something worth chewing on.
This was an amazing video, Sean! Thanks for everything you do for introverted photographers, including having Margaret give her thoughts & insight.
Came across this video by accident. Started to watch it for some unknown reason but then found myself drawn in to Margaret. What a life , a story and photography. 👍👌
I just want to share that I feel Sean makes the most thoughtful and informative videos that inspire, create and connect to his audience. He is such a gift to the YT platform and I am personally grateful for his time, expertise and passion he puts into all his videos. To say he has inspired my work is an understatement. TY
I needed this. I don’t have any creative friends who identify as introvert like myself, so to hear her story just hits home for me. Biggest takeaway for me is when she also said that it’s a necessity rather than a luxury. Well done Sean!
I LOVE her excitement!!
Brother Sean, you've done it again--Margaret sharing her creative journey and the courage to follow her heart is more that mere motivation--her story energizes my hope. Please convey my deepest thanks to her for sharing. And, some of her work is almost breath-taking...she is amazing. And, my continual appreciation to you, Sean...as I've said on many posts, you are a gift...watching you and your creative journey grow over the years has been a vitamin of life for me (and undoubtedly many othera). Be well, my Brother...stay true to your calling. God be with you always. Peace and hope.
Sean, I am absolutely devouring your channel. However, what I truly love is the love, kindness, friendship and respect you show to the people that are on your channel. Allowing them time to truly share their stories and showing their low points and high points in their lives. Life is so full of pressure to be the best, get the best camera, understand the rules, editing etc. What you are showing through your channel is we can fail or have bad days, however, feeling photography and allowing that passion will bring out the best side of ourselves. The people you feature on your channel are so humble, incredibly creative and they are following their intuition and love. Thank you so much for showing the emotional side of photography and I can easily watch your videos 10x over
Something I struggled over for years was reclaiming my own time. I look forward to the day I can find my perfect spot as Margaret did. Until then, I must do as she did on your workshops/retreats and set aside the time I need for me to do what I must; not just to create, but to mentally recharge myself the way photography enables me to do.
I'm certain there were moments in your interview where you prompted her with questions. The importance of her words coming out in the video made it about her, where many interviewers purposefully or inadvertently make the interview about themselves. Thank you for making it about Margaret.
Absolutely beautiful and heartwarming, thank you Sean and Margaret.
Love these photographer features! Hearing her tell her story, challenges and transformations, and following her inspiration to the fullest with dedication to expressing herself...truly inspiring.
I love Margaret’s podcast. I’m glad to see her in this channel. Thanks Sean for a wonderful video.
Beautiful. Every photo is a painting. Thanks to Margaret for her joy in the process she has created and for sharing her story. I had a very rare dream this morning, and the color in my dream was on a convertible car and I could see it in my mind, but I did not see the color anywhere until I saw the canvas that Margaret was painting. I had been thinking about that color all day.
Another fantastic video, can full relate to this. I spent a year in Asia traveling alone and loving every second of it. Now i am saving for a 4 year trip to travel alone. Being able to get lost in the thing you love is heaven.
Hi Sean!
Margaret's story is not only a great story for introverts but for anyone. I can completely relate to Margaret's ways of feeling, thinking, and being. It is refreshing to talk about mental health and the importance and power of photography and any kind of art as a way to permit yourself to self-liberate from social conventions and the weight of responsibility that we have to hold.
Cheers!
I enjoyed this very much. As an introvert I can relate to everything Margaret so beautifully articulated. Thank you for making this video.
I imagine I'm not the only one to watch this multiple times? I have and watching it again now. Among so many great videos by Sean, this is a favorite.
I used to be an extrovert but since my disability I’ve become an introvert. I’m extremely conscious of me and my surroundings. Just as I got into photography my illness struck and I found this change in direction extremely to difficult to deal with. My passion was street photography but I felt extremely exposed having thousands of pounds of equipment hanging from my neck I made the tough decision to sell my equipment. Although I love the hobby I just admire it from afar. I love your work Sean keep up the great work, such an inspiration. Margaret you’re an inspiration great work.
This really spoke to my heart! Thank you, Sean!
I love - and feel - this so very much. Nothing but respect for Margaret and her story. And what a lovely portrait you've made of her with this video, Sean.
Lovely lady, very articulate. I can really identify with her challenges of good mother, wife and not giving time to be myself and nurture what I needed. Margaret is fortunate to have found this space much earlier than I. Wonderful video!!! The scenes are breath taking - I could live there like that. 🙂
Thank you so much for giving Margaret this space. She spoke so much from my heart - and experience.
Once again Sean, thank you for bring these amazing women to our attention. I really enjoyed listening to Margaret quiet but assured story about her life and what continues to drives her creativity.
Thank you so much for sharing Margaret's story. I found that being introverted helped spawn a constant need for creative discovery, whether it's making music, photography or (professionally) as a graphic designer. I was able to develop an inner peace and confidence in order to undertake creative projects and immerse myself in them. I retired last year and decided to take up photography again after a considerable amount of time away. The passion returned and I look forward to waking up each day so I can explore the world with my camera. It's so inspiring to hear someone who has followed a similar creative and spiritual path.
What a powerful interview and wonderful photos. Thanks to you both for sharing the story and the thoughts. ❤️ They are giving so much comfort as well as insperation and help to think about who I am and what I am doing.
Although everyones' images in your interviews are beautiful. I really enjoy listening to people talk. That's the most important thing for me. Taking in someone's experiences. Their work comes last. People come first.
Thank you for this, both of you. I can so relate to this, being an introvert, having suffered migraines and stress which led to fatigue and depression. Beautiful to watch this, on that beautiful isle, having found peace of mind and a way to cope with life.
Thank you for introducing us to Margaret Soraya. Wow. Her photographs are wonderfully moving. They resonate deeply - I was a waterbug as a kid and spent lots of time underwater at the pool. I've learned not to leave water all over the counters, as my partner Ishani doesn't find it as natural as I do. Cheerio, Margaret, thanks for evoking feelings of waves, wetsuits, fins, and water life.
Fellow introvert here (and completely unapologetic about it). What a lovely soul and beautiful life she's finally created for herself.
And solitude is underrated...although I may be alone, I am never lonely. (And "Quiet" is a brilliant book...should be required reading for introverts).
" creativity is not a luxary but a necessity" I understand that. Thru this video I understood the dificulty I'm in. I'm struggling to find this space around me. Yes I need space, I need time to let myself float in time. Thank Sean .
I’m at my most content when being held by the waves. I hope to find my confidence/strength to express myself again one day too. Thank you for sharing your story
This one hit close to home for me, as with many others. Thank you for continuing to introduce us to artists whose work we didn’t know we needed.
I’m not an introvert, but I’m always interested to learn how other creatives work. Very cool!
Great episode Thank you again Sean for showcasing another artist that doesn't fit into the usual TH-cam Insta mould. I really enjoyed it.
Thank you Sean, for another brilliant video. And thank you for giving a shout out to women photographers. Not known anyone else do that! I have been following Margaret for a while now and the images you have shown are beautiful. She is an inspiration to me; she is gentle and a pleasure to listen to. Thanks.
OMG what an amazing lady and talent thank you so much for sharing Margaret's story with us.
I am 49 years old, and I completely understand Margaret. I am the same. She mentioned Susan Kane. Ever since I watched her Ted Talk, I immediately understood myself.
My mother, with whom I operate a business, does not understand me. But that's okay. My wife understands me completely, although I have to create my own environment to recharge because I feel they sometimes forget and view it as laziness. But that's okay too.
Regarding Margaret Soraya's photographs. Viewing them, I feel alone, but not afraid. Somewhat overwhelmed by the environment that I surrender myself to it.
This was an amazing video! I'm more of a social introvert myself, but every part of this interview resonates with me. Though I've done a lot of work adjusting my day to day life to match my soul and personality it's so nice to know you're not alone. Huge thanks to you Sean and to the wonderful Margaret for speaking up for the calm and quiet souls.
Margaret is a beautiful soul. Thank you for sharing.
Harris is such a beautiful place. Colors are just magic! Love the atmosphere.
Incredibly inspiring Sean and Margaret. Heartfelt thanks to you both! ❤❤❤
Thank you Sean. I feel like you and Margaret are my people. Photography is a new venture for me, but, being an introvert is not. I think exploring our expression, of who we are as creative people, is an ongoing life long process. Being alone, is not, being lonely. For me, it is just a part of who I am. Photography has been an interest of mine for decades. While I had ideas about what I wanted to do as a photographer I had to have the time available to figure out how to be a one-handed southpaw photographer. I really enjoy your channel. Thank you.
I've admired Margaret and her work for some time now. She's fabulous.
A very well put together interview with Margaret, to hear how someone who is an introvert can be such a powerful creative. Her images that you shared were impactful and moving. Thank you for creating this and sharing it with us.
A remarkably inspiring human being creating truly stunning art! THANK YOU for sharing her with the world.
I enjoyed that one Sean. For some reason Margaret reminded me of film I watched as a young boy. The Incredible Mr.Limpet. Don Knots plays a bookish introverted man with a fascination of the sea and the all the creatures that live within it. Its part film and part animation and while Mr Limpet is on dry land its film, but when he leans forward looking into the sea and falls into it becomes an animation with Mr Limpet becoming transformed into a fish, a fish with spectacles.😮he befriends the sea life and somehow becomes a hero before landing himself back on dry land at which point the animation becomes film once again. Perhaps its the comfort that Margaret draws from the sea that triggered this long forgotten memory of a film, I watched as youth but like life that lives deep within the sea so did this boyhood memory live deep within my consciousness. Until you Sean and Margaret brought it back to the surface.
I am watching this a few times over. This is what i am on TH-cam for. Thanks a ton Sean for bringing these stories- they resonate at a very personal level.
That put a smile on my face😊
Thank you so much for sharing her story. Many times beauty is born from pain and loneliness. I being a painter/photographer as well (portraits) I can relate to her struggles and the peace that she finds through the act of creativity.
magical seascapes
This is so refreshing and reassuring! For introverts, it’s a tough world, this that won’t stop talking. Susan Cain’s book had the same effect on me. Thank you for another great documentary and for introducing Margaret.
The context enhanced my appreciation of the images.
I plan to watch and rewatch this video to try and absorb all the wisdom and insight that comes from her soul. It truly resonates with me and my heart and personality as a creative. Thank you for sharing this beautiful piece.
Has beginner photographer. It's challenging since I'm introvert, in finding where I fit in in the creative side of photography. And this video made me realized that when I'm alone is when I'm more free to explore and take images on my own time. Thank you for keep doing this type videos that give a more spiritual journey with photography
Excellent video Sean, interesting and a joy to hear Margaret. This all resonates with me. It is always great to see people find and stick to their true self. Well done Margaret. You are inspiring.
Wow… I’m so pleased i just watched this before going to work & at the start of a new week. Listening to people that have the vocabulary to express how they are or feel is something i aspire to! Very reassuring as well as motivational. Thanks Sean, Margaret 👍❤
Super video. I could have to her for an hour or more. Finding space in the world as an introvert can be difficult. Appreciating your own value is a beginning. Her work is magnificent.
Thank you and to her! 🙏🏻❤️
Beautiful photography!
Honestly Sean your work is absolutely beautiful. I love how much thought and heart goes into your videos. I resonated so much with this video that I had to write how it made me feel. There’s really nobody else like you. Thank you for all that you provide us on your channel from knowledge to inspiration and everything in between.
Beautiful. As an introvert, this hits so close to home.
Ah amazing video Sean. There so much I can relate too in this video. Thanks for making it and thanks to Margaret for taking part. It’s so good to hear how others have learned about themselves and learned how to create the conditions for them to be able to create and thrive.
So deep, and so nice to listen to. And really great photography. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks for sharing Margaret’s story. Very inspirational, despite or, more because of, her low key but determined approach.
This lady’s TH-cam channel is a must! ❤
Not to take away from the videos about your own work, but I love these stories you share I'd otherwise never find. Thank you both for sharing.
Margaret has very beautiful work 🎉 I understand her need to be alone and for sure these are the times one produces some very creative works. Even among a group of people outdoors , I find myself stepping away and that's when I am settled on my own photography
Viewed your Why No One Cares about Photograpy (may have not got the wording right altogether) before this one. These two have simply set the tone of my day today. Thank you for these thoughtful and "thinking" videos.
such a gift, and support. tremendous love. thank you both.
Thank you Margaret, thank you Sean. ❤