Turning Hardships Into Success
JM VISUALS
You find out who you really are when adversity comes into your life.
Jamieson Murphy known as JM Visuals found his calling for photo and film after his father passed away from an automobile accident. This left JM shocked, confused and scared to grow up without a father figure when he was just 13 years old.
Losing his father led to the creation of his first video. He made a slide show of family photos to his parents wedding song and the video took off way more than he expected. After receiving so much feedback he started making more short films. One video he created got posted on the towns Facebook page and thats when Jamieson Murphy became JM Visuals.
Fast forward a few more years and another hardship fell into his lap. Jamieson’s mother passed away from a long battle with cancer.
“She was there for me every day of my life and I wouldn’t be where I’m at today without her love and support.” - JM
Jamieson has taken these hardships and turned them into a successful life, living out his dream taking photos and creating films working with celebrities and famous artists.
What do you think makes your work stand out?
I just have my own style and I think you can't buy style. If a client books you for photo/video shoot its mostly because of your style, not how many Instagram followers you have, not how many views your video gets on YouTube, but your style. Along with that, I have a work ethic like no other, which also comes from both of my parents who both had a work ethic like no other.
What are your success habits?
Every week I write down bullet points in my iPhone of what I want to achieve that week, basically like weekly goals. Yeah there are some weeks when 1/20 goals get completed but when you complete all your weekly goals, the feeling is memorizing.
Which people in life inspire you the most? Why?
Colin Tilley - He's the absolute definition of a visionary for music videos. I remember being younger and always watching his music videos just studying every technique he used (i.e. camera movements, lighting, set, props, etc.)
Jakob Owens - One of the most talented videographers/photographers. His travel pics/vids along with his short films & music videos are really motivational and he helps out people that look up to him.
Jordan Wright aka Taylor Cut Films - The absolute best content creator of our time, I honestly have no words for this guy. He is one of the best for a reason. He once said "One day life will flash before your eyes. Make sure it's worth watching." I think that quote speaks for itself.
My mom - My mom battled cancer, which like everyone knows is one of the worst diseases in the world. She did what she could each day to keep a smile on my face and make me happy. Even though she was in pain so much she always made sure I was doing what I loved and wouldn't stop battling for her life to make sure she'd be there for me when I needed her.
Where can we follow you on social media?
1. Follow me on Instagram @j_m_visuals
2. Follow me on Twitter @jmvisuals_video
3. Follow me on FaceBook @jmvisuals.borncreative
4. Subscribe on YouTube: "TheJamiesonMurphy"
