Today we’d like to introduce you to Justin Borja.
Hi Justin, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
It all started when my father bought my first DSLR camera when I was seventeen-years-old. I had no intention of getting into photography, but my father always pushed me to try new hobbies and expand my comfort zone. Turning eighteen and becoming a freshman in college, I had to figure out what to do with my life. My parents wanted me to pursue nursing; however, that was not what I saw myself doing. I found myself staying up late due to homework, studying for lectures that didn’t capture my attention and attending classes that would overwhelm me with information that I couldn’t wrap my head around. I had to find some way to decompress and photography turned into an outlet for expressing my emotions. That’s when I started taking pictures for fun.
Immediately, I became fascinated with photography. Semester after semester, I continued taking pictures and decided that I would change my major to general studies and focus my way into freelance photography. A few years go by and companies began showing interest in my pictures. From that point on, a lightbulb went off in my head, and at that moment I knew that my appreciation and love for photography could be more than just a hobby, I could turn it into a career.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
Sadly, my road to success has not always been smooth sailing. I faced a lot of adversity through the years, but it shaped me into the type of business person I wanted to be and eventually became. Being the one-man show of marketing and advertising has its pros and cons. It was difficult getting my work out, and it was not an easy challenge. From living in a well-developed town such as Austin, where everyone knows everyone, it was hard for people to see my work without other people stealing the spotlight. To sum it all up, you have to keep on trying and not give up even when things don’t seem to go your way.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
For starters, my company and my brand (www.BorjaVisuals.com), are my own. Like I said before, I’m a one-man show. My profession in photography is mainly landscaping, celebratory events, real estate and family/solo photos. The most renown picture that I’m known for is the “SpaceX” launch that happened in San Francisco on Oct. 7, 2018. That photo has given me many more opportunities than I could’ve ever imagined. I’m especially proud of the connections and relationships that I’ve made with people over the years in my career. What sets me apart from others is how I reassure people by showing them pictures of them shortly after, getting their feedback on the type of photos they would like to take, and being flexible.
What matters most to you? Why?
Helping my clients feel comfortable and confident so they can look back at these everlasting moments. Photos capture more than memories; they capture milestones, once in a lifetime moments, and feelings that can’t be described but otherwise seen.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.borjavisuals.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/borjajayyy/
