Depression Was Ruling This Photographer's Life Until He Found New Meaning In His Work
For photographer Will Patino, photography isn't just a profession - it's a way of life.
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The bout was made worse by the confusion it brought along with it; the 25-year-old had a great job, a beautiful home, and was married his dream girl. Seemingly, he had it all.
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"I would be lying if I said my depression left overnight but over the next few months, the more I began taking photos, the more I began to see love and beauty in the world."
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Eventually, he made his way to the beaches near their house. It was there where he became truly rejuvenated, overwhelmed by the beauty and magnificence of each color-filled scene.
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"Depression had stripped my life of its color but looking through a lens was slowly painting it all back. Places and objects that I once would have walked right passed were now standing out to me. They were appealing and revealed something to be admired."