MESAGI artist photographer Paris, France

Photograph by Soichi after receiving my book. I cropped it a lil’ bit as it was shot in portrait orientation.

I have a childhood friend who has been into photography for a long time. I was humbled when he told me a few months ago that his first photography book would be my upcoming book. He ordered one when my online art shop opened its virtual doors. I feel blessed to have such good friends, they give me the strength to continue. Thank you, Soichi, for your kind and valuable support!

Soichi is a skilled photographer, you should follow him on Instagram!

Last month, while my shop wasn’t online yet, two childhood friends bought my photography book The real Paris: Diary N°1. Their support and positive feedback made me very happy and gave me a bit more self-confidence. It shows how real friends are important and how they can make a change in our lives. Thank you, Mathéno and Naimo!

I was also touched by the kind words and support I received from two art amateurs to whom I had offered my book. One reserved multiple copies to offer them as Christmas gifts, and the other wanted to help me go to a radio show. I explained to him that I’m just a seed, and I have to grow up as an artist first.

Pictured in the image above: I package my book with love. Everything becomes better when you do it with love.

It took me 3 days or more but it’s finally online! My first year in photography is a highlight of my first year and a half. I think it’s much better than the old gallery. I’ll keep updating the pages, then I’ll add an online shop to put my book (The real Paris: Diary N°1) up for sale. I can’t wait to have everything in place so I could just focus on art…