What happens when creativity is driven by curiosity rather than a client brief, deadline, or assignment?
That question is at the heart of Personal Work, a new original series from OWC that explores the projects artists pursue for themselves… and the role those endeavors play in shaping their creative journeys.
The debut installment features photographer Forrest Mankins, who offers an honest and thoughtful look at the personal projects that have influenced his approach to photography.
Through stories of horses running across open fields, quiet moments captured on film, and images created simply for the love of the craft, Mankins reflects on the experiences and inspirations that continue to guide his work.
The conversation examines how personal projects can serve as a space for experimentation, growth, and artistic discovery. Free from outside expectations, these self-directed efforts often become the foundation for new ideas, techniques, and creative breakthroughs.
Designed for photographers, filmmakers, artists, and anyone interested in visual storytelling, Personal Work highlights the value of creating for yourself and the impact that process can have on artistic development.
As the first chapter in an ongoing series, Personal Work will continue to feature creators who are pushing their craft forward, sharing the stories behind the work that exists beyond commercial assignments and commissioned projects.
The inaugural episode featuring Forrest Mankins is now available through OWC.
