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Dustin Massey
+ + + Dustin Massey is an amalgamation, a lifetime of learning through the telescope called creativity. Dustin's tools are all narrative-driven. This site is a fine-art and commercial camera showcase full of vibrance and candor, a blog aimed at living holistically and regeneratively, deciphering unlimited truths and metaphors, unique insights into producing content for brands and experiences; a building space for insight, counsel, and connection; a classroom space that develops the shared human experience; a literal and figurative community garden (of minds, of talents, of nourishment). This site is the journey itself, a monument of passion: to a rural kid who won poetry competitions and go-kart races, who collegiately learned about the powers of photography as a creative endeavor, business that generates public benefit, and life maintenance as an athlete. Dustin (Birmingham-Southern College '12) was an All-American Linebacker, Team Captain, the one who knew the game and how to play it at an exceptionally high level — with accolades in the sport and in the classroom. Dustin recognizes his past as a pivotal reason he operates within his purpose, where his job is to ~literally~ make people smile - a discovery he made along the journey of his illustrious 12 year career.
+ + + His work exists to absorb culture and life-moments, chase shared truths with his creative athleticism, and cultivate ideas, generosity, and uniqueness until life — this game of blissful and authentic appreciation — is what we call art.
+ + + Dustin is as mechanical in thought as he is spirited in the ever-possible, purposeful in his connections - cultured, experienced, energetic, empathetic, nuanced. He absorbs the world and creates through his vision. He has perfect color vision, incredible dexterity, tangible charm, deep knowledge about composition and form and the human relation connecting them - these inform his works; vibrant colors, straight lines, story-telling subject matter. This website exists to help you, and everyone who lands here, Compose, Capture, Develop, Love, Learn, Gather, and Grow your ideal world. Get to know Dustin through strategy, a piece of code, a photoshoot, a mind-map of truths you didn't have words for yet. His work is best used for those who see creativity as an effort of abundance, to benefit the many over the money, who seek regeneration, holistic empowerment, and spirited commercial and community-improving solutions. Most things in life are about being there, ready, for what Henri Cartier-Bresson called "The Decisive Moment."
+ + + If you are interested in co-creating together, Dustin is your perfect Creative Strategic Partner. Dustin hopes to give you an engaging, time-valued website experience and be top of mind for all your creative works. He hopes you find his website, his portfolio, his body of work engaging, eventful, noteworthy. He asks you to save this site, bookmark it for recurring visitations, and come back the next time your work needs a creativity expert. Reach out through any contact form or newsletter signup you find — help, deep dives, and resources are one inquiry away. There's a myriad of easter eggs, discounts, activations, and, being from Birmingham, quite literally "Magic" hidden in here too, all front-end coded by him, btw. Get to know Dustin, enjoy the ride, and reach out when you're certain he's the right partner for your next creative venture. Click The Image Below To Contact Dustin →
+ + + His work exists to absorb culture and life-moments, chase shared truths with his creative athleticism, and cultivate ideas, generosity, and uniqueness until life — this game of blissful and authentic appreciation — is what we call art.
+ + + Dustin is as mechanical in thought as he is spirited in the ever-possible, purposeful in his connections - cultured, experienced, energetic, empathetic, nuanced. He absorbs the world and creates through his vision. He has perfect color vision, incredible dexterity, tangible charm, deep knowledge about composition and form and the human relation connecting them - these inform his works; vibrant colors, straight lines, story-telling subject matter. This website exists to help you, and everyone who lands here, Compose, Capture, Develop, Love, Learn, Gather, and Grow your ideal world. Get to know Dustin through strategy, a piece of code, a photoshoot, a mind-map of truths you didn't have words for yet. His work is best used for those who see creativity as an effort of abundance, to benefit the many over the money, who seek regeneration, holistic empowerment, and spirited commercial and community-improving solutions. Most things in life are about being there, ready, for what Henri Cartier-Bresson called "The Decisive Moment."
+ + + If you are interested in co-creating together, Dustin is your perfect Creative Strategic Partner. Dustin hopes to give you an engaging, time-valued website experience and be top of mind for all your creative works. He hopes you find his website, his portfolio, his body of work engaging, eventful, noteworthy. He asks you to save this site, bookmark it for recurring visitations, and come back the next time your work needs a creativity expert. Reach out through any contact form or newsletter signup you find — help, deep dives, and resources are one inquiry away. There's a myriad of easter eggs, discounts, activations, and, being from Birmingham, quite literally "Magic" hidden in here too, all front-end coded by him, btw. Get to know Dustin, enjoy the ride, and reach out when you're certain he's the right partner for your next creative venture. Click The Image Below To Contact Dustin →
When you're ready, there are four ways to start the adventure:
World-Class Creativity | Expert Brand Narratives | True-To-Life Vibrancy and Composition
PHOTOGRAPHY AS A SERVICE
An Art From, A Smile Factory, A Passion, A Life Philosophy, A Science, A Business, An Appreciation, A Game of Skill
Studio Based Photography
Marquee Events
Business Lifestyle & Branding
On-Assignment & Media
High Volume Portraits Booths
Localized Stock Libraries
Studio | Events | Brands | Assignment & Media | High Volume Portraits Booths | Localized Stock Libraries
With over a dozen professional years of finding art, producing high-quality moments, capturing marquee moments, and providing ultimate visual value →
With over a dozen professional years of finding art, producing high-quality moments, capturing marquee moments, and providing ultimate visual value →
HAND-CRAFTED ART
Forged In Dustin's Downtown Studio Space
Hand Printed & Matted on Metallic & Hemp Papers
Available for Consignment, Event and Corporate Gifting, Bespoke Art Installs, Local Popup Markets →
THE CREATIVE SOL
Strategy, Speaking, Learning & Development for Brands + Teams
Ideate, Frame, Develop, Critique, and Destroy →
MENTORING & COACHING
1:1 Time with a Working Creative
Work & Portfolio Critique
Business & Career Counsel
Photo Lessons & Craft Skills
Systems, Tools & AI for Creatives
On-Set Shadowing & Assists
Critique, business counsel, and career direction — booked by the hour, one creative to another. →
R3 · wash · slt--wash
R3 · develop · slt--dev
R3 · scrim · slt--scr
R3 · soft · slt--soft
R3 · parallax · slt--plx
R3 · zoom · slt--zm0