Willie Simpson | Fashion & editorial photographer

A self-initiated @adidasoriginals spec campaign focused on structure, presence, and identity within street culture. Editorial streetwear photoshoot featuring red @adidas tracksuit and white Adidas sneakers during golden hour with a flash . Creative Direction + Photography: @lov3holy aka Willie Simpson Model: @triel_b Open to brand collaborations. #adidas #adidasoriginals #sportswearstyle #streetwearphotography #brandcampaign editorialstreetwear

I’ve officially stepped into photography full time. This decision wasn’t easy. For months, I’ve been balancing jobs, staying up late to edit, and squeezing in shoots whenever I could — but I kept coming back to the same truth: this is what I want for myself a life that I can enjoy. I’ve been stuck in survival mode for too long. Working jobs just to get by. Always on the go. Always putting my dream on hold. NO MAS🙂‍↔️ I’m now taking on bookings for brands, fashion creatives, and anyone ready to tell a visual story that’s bold, honest, and expressive. If you’ve been wanting to work together — let’s make it happen. My DM’s are open or you can reach me through my link in bio. Thank you to everyone who’s believed in me so far. This is just the beginning. 😈😁 #photographerfulltime #photographer #BrandPhotographer #contentcreatorphotography #FashionPhotographer #EditorialPhotography #FashionPhotography #CreativePhotography #BehindTheScenes #CanonPhotography

I know burnout is a very common thing that happens to a lot of people within the creative industry. If you are going through burnout like me let’s turn to the comments and help each other out cause ngl it feel lonely when you feel like your the only one going through this It’s time to get back to creating😈

When I decided to really take photography seriously, I had to be honest with myself. As much as I love shooting for clothing brands, that alone wasn’t going to make me much money right now. So instead of forcing it, I tapped into my network, talked to other photographers, and started looking at how people are actually making money with their camera. Here are a few that stood out to me: • Product photography any business selling online needs strong visuals. Their customers can only trust what they see, so your work directly impacts their sales (e-commerce brands, makeup, designers, etc.) $600–$2,000 per client • Dating profile photos lowkey one of the most slept-on niches. A lot of men will pay for better photos to improve their image around $250 per client • Content creation for businesses/creators most people don’t want to create, they want to run their business. If you can take that off their plate, you become valuable fast $500–$1,500/month (2–4 shoots) • Event photography quick money and great networking. Corporate events especially are always happening and need coverage $100–$500 per event • Portrait shoots don’t sleep on these. Great money, builds your portfolio, and you can upsell extras around $300 per client At the end of the day, these are just my reference points. Everyone’s goals are different, so adjust your pricing based on where you’re at and what you’re trying to build. I’m still figuring it out myself, but this gave me a lot more clarity. #howtomakemoney #creativebusiness #photographytipsandtricks #photographyincome #sidehustleideas

If you’re like me, you said 2026 was the year you finally start your business so let’s start it with…. Business Cards. It doesn’t have to be super elaborate or super fancy. You just need to get something out there, and that’s why I think @canva templates are perfect. Not sponsored it just made the process much simpler. Having creative business cards instantly adds a level of professionalism and credibility to your name. It’s just a small piece of paper, but it goes a long way when you’re ready to hand it out. I’ve been using mine for about a month, and here’s what I’ve learned: No1. At first, getting clients felt hard. But once I started intentionally giving my cards to people who actually needed my services, everything changed. It removes the guessing and lets you focus on real conversations. No2. Always carry cards on you. You never know who you’ll meet stay ready. No3. If you’re working with a service based business, ask to leave your cards there once you become a client. I already landed a client this week from a card I left earlier this month. Take this and watch how your business starts to shift.

A lot of creatives talk about Spec Ads, but most people don’t fully understand how powerful they can be. A Spec Ad is when you create a campaign for a brand without being hired by them first. You’re basically showing the brand: “Here’s what I could do for you.” For photographers and filmmakers, this can be one of the fastest ways to build a portfolio that attracts real brand work. Instead of waiting for permission… you create the opportunity yourself. But here’s the mistake most creatives make: They post the work and hope someone from the brand sees it. That rarely works. The better move is to send your spec work directly to the people who actually hire creatives, like: • Social media managers • Marketing managers • Creative directors • Brand managers You can find them on LinkedIn, Instagram, or the brand’s website. Spec ads aren’t just practice. They’re a door opener. Have you ever made a spec ad before? 👀 #specads #commercialphotography #brandphotography #photographybusiness #creativebusiness

I’m 23, and I’m embarrassed to admit: 1. I don’t know what the hell I’m doing. Yes, I picked up a camera. Yes, I’ve been able to generate income. But with no blueprint on how to run a business, I feel like a chicken with its head cut off. So everything I do right now feels like a never-ending game of doing more and more and more just to see a little progress. 2. The moment you take business too seriously, you’ve already lost and that’s something I’m learning now. You have to systemize it so it feels like a game. Because trust me, the moment your main focus is on bread, you’ll start to notice you’re burning out a lot quicker. 3. I’m not perfect at all. God gave me the ability to create art every time I touch a camera, but besides that, I just started making sales as a photographer after two years. I’ve been terrible at connecting with people, causing so many doors to close before I even took a step to see them open. And I’m limited on what I can do because my mode of transportation is the bus, so at times I don’t even take shoots because of how far they are. But because of all of this, I had to take a step back and slow down because let me tell you, being a chicken with your head cut off is not fun 😂. I had to learn systems. I had to learn how to connect. I had to learn how to move smarter, not harder. I had to learn how to actually run a business. It will take time. You’ll feel like you’re making no progress. But look back right now are you the same person you were when you started? I’m not. 21 year old me didn’t know what the hell he was doing. I still don’t have everything figured out, but I have a better understanding of what I want in my career, in how I show up, and in how I want to be perceived. 21 was the stepping stone. 23 is just the next version.

The shoot was almost cancelled. Instead, it became my best work yet. 🎥🔥 When my original Nike running concept fell apart at the last minute, we pivoted to Adidas. To make it work, I spent an hour analyzing Adidas Originals campaigns to nail that exact mix of street culture and high fashion. Lesson learned: Never underestimate the power of adaptability and a good mood board. If you own a clothing brand here in Las Vegas and want to elevate your visuals from standard product shots to high-end campaigns, I’m your guy. Let’s create something iconic. DM me to get started! 📥 #LasVegasPhotographer #SpecAd #CreativeProcess #AdidasOriginals StreetwearPhotography VegasBusiness VisualStorytelling

A self-initiated @adidasoriginals spec campaign focused on structure, presence, and identity within street culture. Editorial streetwear photoshoot featuring red @adidas tracksuit and white Adidas sneakers during golden hour with a flash. Creative Direction + Photography: @lov3holy aka Willie Simpson Model: @triel_b Open to brand collaborations. #adidas #adidasoriginals #sportswearstyle #streetwearphotography #brandcampaign editorialstreetwear

Amazing shoot I had with @markiss_mcfadden he did his thing and killed it. He is a mentor to me so being able to do this shoot with him was amazing and this is me only getting started I’m excited to work alongside you again. Photographer: @lov3holy BTS: @ignis.umbra Model: @markiss_mcfadden #filmmakerlife #actorlife #indiefilmcommunity #creativescollab #onsetlife lasvegasphotographer californiacreatives nycphotographer

Walking out mid-shift was the scariest and most liberating thing I’ve ever done. I was tired of being undervalued and over-exhausted for a “future” I didn’t even want. So, I traded the 9-to-5 grind for a camera and a vision. After just watching all the orders come in and knowing that I’m gonna leave within two days, I don’t wanna wait and keep holding myself back so I left and when I tell you, I was so excited but was also so scared it was like no other feeling. If you’re waiting for a sign to start chasing your real future, this is it. 📸✨ #CreativeDirector #PhotographyLife #CareerChange #QuitMyJob #FollowYourDreams PhotographyJourney CreativeGrowth MindsetShift

The world is waiting to see what you create so no more holding yourself back. 2026 is the year we move no more sitting still. What’s one thing you wish you knew before picking up a camera. #lasvegasphotographer #laphotographer #visualstorytelling #holylandstudios #contentcreater