introducing
Carly Dame
About the Artist
Carly Dame is a Canadian photographer currently based between Vancouver and Europe. After becoming an accountant post-college, Carly sought out a major shift; one that disrupted the lack of creativity she found herself in. She went all-in with no experience, no network, but she rediscovered her creativity, finally found herself in her work, and created a six-figure business with her film camera in the process. Since then, Carly has worked with companies such as Tiffany & Co, Harper’s Bazaar, L’Officiel, Elle, Guest In Residence, and many others.
In addition, Carly founded The Modern Photography Association, a leading photography academy/community for photographers to gain extensive tools and techniques to progress their careers while also providing a platform for likeminded creatives to connect.
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how it began
"In my past life, I was an accountant and bought a film camera to use as a creative escape on weekends... Eventually I knew I had to leave my nine-to-five."
visual references
"Living in Italy is like a constant film streaming in front of your eyes - the style, passion, art, landscapes. It's never-ending magic."
creative inspiration
"I take inspiration from real people living Mediterranean summer."
favorite quote
"You get everything you want in life when you help enough people get what they want"
favourite project
"Shooting for Tiffany & Co with different artists across Italy included everything I love most - travel, adventure, connection, and freedom to create spontaneously"
triumphant career moment
"Moving from Canada to Paris five years ago without a single connection to the fashion industry. Building my career exactly the way I wanted it and never giving up on that vision."
advice to creative entrepreneurs
"Passion beats technical skills. Focus on creating work that evokes emotion and the business will follow."
- Carly