We recently had the chance to connect with Eric Jenkins and have shared our conversation below.
Eric, it’s always a pleasure to learn from you and your journey. Let’s start with a bit of a warmup: What makes you lose track of time—and find yourself again?
The thing that most often makes me lose track of time is photography. I can easily get lost exploring the city and still end up exactly where I want to be. Since becoming a photographer, I’ve discovered a creative side of myself I didn’t know existed. Through the photographs I take, I can express exactly what I’m feeling in that moment and place.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hi, my name is Eric, and I’m a San Diego based photographer. My favorite genre is street photography because it’s unscripted and spontaneous. It’s all about what the city provides. There’s always something new to discover, new people to meet, and new experiences to get lost in. I started out shooting on an iPhone 7 with no idea what I was doing, but it became a therapeutic hobby that I loved enough to turn into a profession. My style leans toward moody and reflective. I often frame images in a way that hints at their location or the story behind them. I’m currently working on a coffee table book that highlights the stories told through my photos.
Great, so let’s dive into your journey a bit more. Who were you before the world told you who you had to be?
Before the world told me who I had to be, I was just a regular kid. I played sports, made mistakes, learned from them, and went through all kinds of experiences, good and bad. Even back then, I loved wandering around the cities and forests where I lived. I’ve always had this quiet curiosity about the world, and now, through my photography, I get to chase that same feeling, exploring places that catch my eye and turning those moments into stories I can share through my photos.
What fear has held you back the most in your life?
The fear that has held me back most in life is the fear of not being good enough. I’ve always carried this deep fear of being judged as less than, and it has kept me from pursuing things I’ve wanted to do and explore. For the most part, I’ve worked through it, but it’s still a work in progress. I rarely, actually never, post photos of myself because of that same fear, which is a little ironic considering I’m a photographer.
So a lot of these questions go deep, but if you are open to it, we’ve got a few more questions that we’d love to get your take on. Is the public version of you the real you?
It’s a mix of both. I’m naturally reserved, so people sometimes mistake that for shyness or distance. The truth is, I’m just intentional about who I let in. Once I feel that sense of comfort with someone, I’m completely open.
When it comes to my clients, it’s different. There’s something about being in a creative flow that makes connection easier. I think I’m most myself in spaces that invite honesty and where ideas move freely. That’s where the best work happens for me.
Okay, we’ve made it essentially to the end. One last question before you go. When do you feel most at peace?
I feel most at peace when I can be fully myself, when I don’t have to think about fitting into a certain crowd or group. That’s when I feel the most grounded and authentic.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.ericwolfephotos.art
- Instagram: @soulscribe1
Image Credits
Eillen Carringal (Model)
Gian Carlo (Model / Ballet Dancer)
Richard Ozuna (Model)
