Talent

Is something that I am surrounded by frequently. It's bewildering when I take a step back to realize how many people around me are gifted. It doesn't matter whether it be riding around on four wheels, plucking metal strings, smearing paint on a canvas, or even with belting out classics to a crowded smoke-filled karaoke bar...so many people have been blessed.

One such person who always seems to find a way to rekindle my photographic inspiration is Will Govus. I first became acquainted with his work through an online skateboard community known as SkatePerception. At the time Will was sporadically posting images of tree trunks and caution tape signs nailed into the lawn of residences in his hometown of Elijay, GA. At the time I didn't think much of the images but after some time I began to see him amassing a collection that was definitely something else. Now, about a year or so later it seems as though he's established a slight name for himself in the art community with his beautiful night series.

Back in the summer I had the chance to meet up with Will and fellow skate photography nerds Ben Lepley, Kyle Bunker, and Jordan Conway over the fourth of July holiday. Will was such a nice kid; quiet...but nice. Every so often I would peer over my shoulder and catching him staring through the waistlevel of his Yashica. In a society that places so much emphasis on owning the newest piece of technology Will is a breath of fresh air. His work speaks volumes for itself and oh yeah...he just turned 17 not too long ago.

Can't wait to see you in a few weeks buddy!