

The Power of Personal Projects: Lessons from Keron Psillas
Jun 9, 2025
Keron Psillas, a talented photographer and educator, dives into the transformative power of personal projects. He shares the emotional journey of a Holocaust photography project and its impact on his artistic growth. The conversation emphasizes the balance between passion and audience connection while advocating for the importance of storytelling in photography. Keron also reflects on his deep bond with horses and how it shapes his creative expression. The discussion concludes with insights on the themes of impermanence and the importance of community in art.
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Selecting Meaningful Projects
- Choose personal projects driven by deep passion and lifelong meaning to you.
- Discover meaningful subjects through introspection and commitment.
Meaning of Personal Projects
- Personal projects can be deeply meaningful even if created just for yourself.
- Such projects deepen your understanding of self, history, and community, connecting you to broader contexts.
Pursuing Worthy Work
- Delivering truly worthy work requires putting your whole heart and effort into the project.
- Honest feedback and pushing beyond initial satisfaction leads to deeper knowledge and improved work.