# @itsmariamaaa on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DAT9xlTSIf0
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/33965254-itsmariamaaa-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/ea6afb84dc.jpg
- **Posted:** 2024-09-24T19:42:42.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Mariama Hutson (@itsmariamaaa) — https://gondola.cc/itsmariamaaa

## Caption

This is a message for creatives.

I didn’t get PAID for this gig. Shocking I know!

So why did I do it?

Even after being able to be full time in my business, raising my rates and having a livable income, I still do things for free.

Yep! Whether is a personal project, portfolio project, event or place I’ve just been wanting to go to or a cause or campaign I care about etc.

Having hindsight and using discretion are key because it’s definitely a no more often than it’s a yes but long term relationships, further exposure and learning are all valuable contributions to your growth as a creative and as a business person.

I am the #1 advocate for creatives getting paid and monetizing their passions while also thinking long term and being strategic with your moves.

You will effortlessly and consistently have a flow of opportunities by continually putting yourself out there.

Thank you finewineseries for the opportunity to capture this special moment! The design was beautiful and the vibes were a 10/10!

#Finewineseries2024
#nycevents #nyceventcapture #nycphotographers #blackfemalephotographers

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## Tags

nyceventcapture, blackfemalephotographers, nycphotographers, finewineseries2024, nycevents, 1

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