#SDCreatives: the local artists who inspire us

Through a mix of mediums, formats and perspectives local artists illuminate the unknown, color the previously black-and-white and add depth to our understanding of our surroundings, our lives, circumstances and more. Through our research process for the Thought provokers series we’ve come across so many works of art that have inspired us and we’d like to share some of those great examples of visual and performing arts, photography and other creative works with you below.

Look at this beautiful family!! And that beautiful light!!!! ☀️ #alishiaannephotography

A post shared by Alishia Christensen (@alishiaannephotography) on May 26, 2018 at 2:20pm PDT

Early Morning The gray of a morning in the bountiful beauty of the California coast, connected to the earth's energy by the power of the sea flowing around me, the ocean encouraging me to expand and fill the empty spaces I know wait for inspiration.  I inhale,  profoundly calming emotions swirling within me just as the sea swirls around me. . Visit my Water Gallery. Link in profile. . #letsgosomewhere #documentyourdays #leica #leicacraft #everydayeverywhere #explorersfieldnotes #caphotographer #momentsofmine #momentoflife #momentlikethis #timeisnow #timefortwo #beachlife #seaside🌊

A post shared by Jennifer Pritchard (@ablackbirdsphoto) on Jun 12, 2018 at 5:37am PDT

Spent the last 48 hours with these two exploring Springfield and Eugene Oregon! It rained and then rained some more 🌧 thankfully I was with a couple of badasses that didn’t mind! Fun fact: I’ve always wanted a clear umbrella for a rainy day photo session. When I saw that it would be raining for the shoot we instantly went to Target to find one 🙌🏽

A post shared by BRENDA WINBURN (@brendamariewinburn) on Jun 11, 2018 at 8:38pm PDT

Today was pretty epic! Just look at them, those waves, that sky😍 . . . . . #grandpalladiumkantenah #grandpalladiumwedding #ottawawedding #ottawaweddingphotographer #worldwidephotographer #beachwedding #tietheknot #junebugweddings #ocean #mexicowedding

A post shared by Ottawa Wedding Photographer (@samanthadanisphoto) on May 30, 2018 at 9:42pm PDT

Together is a wonderful place to be ✨ Excited to be able to deliver the first batch of holiday photos today!

A post shared by Amy Doan Photography (@amydoanphotography) on Nov 20, 2017 at 7:01pm PST

Happy birthday to this beautiful soul ❤️ 👑 May this be the best year yet, filled with all good things 🙏🏼 Love you friend!

A post shared by C Marie Photography (@c.mariephoto) on May 2, 2018 at 8:28am PDT

Soda Or Coffee? . . . . . . . . . . . . . #escondido #stylemepretty #sandiego #weddingphotography #weddingphotography #weddingphotoinspiration #weddingphotomag #weddingphotomag #coffee #soda #coke ## #theknot

A post shared by Jacob Andrew (@jacobandrewbell) on Jun 6, 2018 at 10:50am PDT

Work out views can’t get much better then this. Working on dat booty 🍑😋 Babe: @bbranddyy . . . . . . #rsa_portrait #sandiegophotographer #mysdphoto #photographysouls #peoplescreatives #portrait_shots #portraitlove #lamodel #sdmodel #liveauthentic #naturallight #naturalbeauty #canon #landscapephotography #wanderlust #stonefreestory #beachvibes #livehappylife #mastinlabs #swimshoot #beachbody #fitnessmodel #fitnessmotivation #fitspiration #bikinimodel #bikinis #swimwear #swimshoot #swimsuit #boutiquefashion #fitness

A post shared by Heather Wight (@heatherwightphotography) on Mar 14, 2018 at 7:19am PDT

I would call this profile REGAL @mtwoodsoncastle @truephotography @chelseashump @lovelystemsfloral

A post shared by Nancy Lobo (@lovelystemsfloral) on Jun 7, 2018 at 1:17pm PDT

Parenthood 💜 there’s no greater joy. . . . . . #infiniteleephotography #sandiego #portraits #portraitphotography #photography #sony #sonya9 #sandiegophotographer #photoshoot #portraitinspiration #justgoshoot #makeportriats #portraitpage #portraitcental #portraitmood #portraiture #escondidophotographer #dowhatyoulove @dirtybootsandmessyhair #dirtybootsandmessyhair @photobugcommunity #photobugcommunity #shootandshare #sandiegonewbornphotographer #sandiegonewbornphotography #sandiegonewbornsession #newbornsession #lifestylenewbornsession #inhomesession

A post shared by San Diego Photographer (@infiniteleephotography) on Jun 8, 2018 at 1:26pm PDT

Just spent this last week in Zion NP. I came home with bruised feet, dirty hair and tons of memories! ✨ . . . #moonlightdaydreamers #wildloveadventures #loveandwildhearts #radstorytellers #justalittleloveinspo #belovedstories #firstandlasts #dirtybootsandmessyhair #lovellope #muchlove_ig #loveauthentic #authenticlovemag #dirtybootsandmessyhair #elopementphotographer #elopementcollective #zionnationalpark #epicloveepiclife #wanderingphotographers #wedventuremag #delightfulstories #adventureelopement #adventerouslovestories #thewedlocks #beautifullindoflove #firstandlasts #elopementphotographer #happyhearts #wildloveadventures #weddingphotographer #sandiegophotographer

A post shared by California Photographer (@kelliejanecreative) on Jun 15, 2018 at 8:58pm PDT

“The heart of a father is the masterpiece of nature.” – Antoine Francois Prevost . . In honor of Father’s Day this Sunday, some incredibly inspiring and lovely Momtog friends and I are sharing an image of our little ones with their Dads that speaks to our hearts and conveys the special bond they share. Please, come and follow along! Tap the photo, see the love and leave some love, until you find yourself back here 💙💙💙#daddyloveloop . . Next up, the amazing @shaycathleenphotography . . . #ClickinMoms_Fatherhood #jjitskids_Dads #da_fatherhood #rmhs_DadsToo #moc_082 #sc_theme284 #cc_funwithdad #cm_fathers #pk_dads #momtogs_superdad #tsj_fathersday #ltbd_dads #honestly_daddys #mmm_fathers #t_c_c_Dads #mom_hub1104 #lensloveandbeyond #jip_sunset

A post shared by Danielle Zumwalt Photography (@daniellezphoto) on Jun 13, 2018 at 4:59pm PDT

Over the past 10 years I have photographed hundreds of families! I try to photograph my own and I get this face every time! #shebeatme #notimpresseddad #smile #kidsarehardman#godIlovethem

A post shared by Michael Lawrence (@mlpphoto) on Jun 8, 2018 at 10:03am PDT

“Be stubborn about your goals and flexible about your methods” -Author Unknown I’d say @emmy.marino is doing it right!

A post shared by Kristi Elise Photography (@kristielisephotography) on May 10, 2018 at 4:10pm PDT

I can’t share enough of this session!! Hooowwww freakin’ gorgeous is @allys_wonderfullife 😮🔥🔥🔥🔥 Model & Hair Stylist: Ally Besaw Makeup: Makeup by Christina (Christina Lopez) . . . . . #mamatobe #expectantmother #expecting #thebump #pregnantmom #dueinmay #thirdtrimester #boymom #girlmom #momoftwo #momofboth #maternityphotographer #maternityphotography #maternityphotoshoot #beachphotography #beachphotos #delmarbeach #camppendleton #camppendletonphotographer #oceansidephotographer #sandiegophotographer #sandiego #carlsbadphotographer #socalphotographer

A post shared by Cassidy Jo Photography (@cassidyjophoto) on Apr 23, 2018 at 1:06am PDT

“You’ll be his first kiss, his first love, and his first friend. You are his momma, and he is your world.” • • • • • #ericastephensphoto #antelopevalleyphotographer #socalphotographer #familyphotos #makingmemories #californiaphotographer #mothersday #naturallightphotographer #springphotoshoot #mommyandme #instagood

A post shared by Erica Stephens Photography (@ericastephensphoto) on May 25, 2018 at 10:58am PDT

These are the moments I like to sneak into annual sessions. Each one of these girls is displaying a piece of her personality. Can you guess who’s the one that makes everyone laugh? 😂#lovethemsomuch #cutiepatooties #photoeditor #photoediting #secondshooter #documentaryphotographer #orangecountyphotography #orangecountyphotographer #risingtidesociety #dreamchasers #communityovercompetition #tuesdaystogether #mastinlabs #illfordfilm #looklikefilm #mastin #letthembelittle @smile4tara @ebenezerfound #fearlessandframed #

A post shared by Misty Matz (@mistymatzphoto) on Mar 30, 2018 at 6:49pm PDT

✨B E F A B U L O U S✨ . . #beautyportrait #glamourous #fancydress #formalgown #dressup #portraitphotography #helendale #hesperia #victorville #applevalleyca #barstow

A post shared by ANDREA YEAGER PORTRAITS (@andrea.yeager.portraits) on May 4, 2018 at 4:20pm PDT