In collaboration with Novice, this episode was recorded ahead of the upcoming FRESH Takes on Photography event happening at SPOTLIGHT: The Exhibit in Kape Mismo.

We sat down with photographers Sean Jhayzeith Cortez and Austin Garcia to talk about how their cameras have become mirrors of their own lives—reflecting the beauty, honesty, and complexity of everyday existence. From capturing fleeting moments on the streets to documenting raw human emotion, they share how photography serves as both an act of storytelling and self-discovery.

Together, we explored what it means to stay true to one’s lens—advocating for transparency and authenticity in a world often filtered and curated. This conversation is a reminder that photography isn’t just about seeing, but about witnessing what’s real.

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Sean Jhayzeith

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