Today we’d like to introduce you to Korin Harris.
Hi Korin, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
I’d say my story is pretty unique. I consider myself an artist because I work across multiple creative lanes — photography, music, and more recently videography. I first started taking pictures around my freshman or sophomore year of high school. I honestly can’t pinpoint exactly what pushed me into it; it felt like one day I picked up a camera and never stopped diving deeper into the craft.
My first camera was a Fujifilm FinePix, and at the time I thought it was the coolest thing in the world. From there, everything I learned was self-taught. I really wanted to get into audio/video production classes in school, but I didn’t always have control over the classes I was able to take, so I missed out on that opportunity. Instead of letting that stop me, I kept creating on my own. I’d ask friends to shoot whenever possible and took every opportunity I could to practice and improve.
Eventually I upgraded to a Canon Rebel T7i, which helped me take photography more seriously and expand what I could do creatively. But the real turning point came when I started attending the University of Houston. Being around other creatives made me feel like my creativity could truly grow instead of being limited. One of the people who had a huge impact on me was Dorian Salter, who introduced me to editing techniques and helped me develop my own artistic style and direction. That experience changed my entire creative process and gave me a different level of hunger for my work.
More recently, I attended a networking event earlier this year and met another creative, Nyis Fortune, who really shifted my mindset. Since then, I’ve become far more confident in both myself and my abilities. I now fully understand the intention behind my art, I want it to tell stories in ways words sometimes can’t. That applies to both my photography and my music. My goal is for my work to inspire change, empowerment, innovation, and genuine connection.
Recently, I had some of my camera gear stolen, which temporarily slowed me down on the photography side. But if anything, that experience reinforced my mindset. I believe setbacks can create growth, and I’m not allowing that situation to stop me from pursuing my purpose or continuing to create.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
honestly, hearing that question makes me laugh a little because it definitely hasn’t been a smooth road. It’s been a rollercoaster in a lot of ways. Beyond recently having my gear stolen, most of my struggles have been more mental and interpersonal than physical.
I’d say the hardest period started around May of last year. I went through a lot of grief, depression, and moments where I felt like I was losing my sense of direction and even parts of myself. Within a short amount of time, I experienced the loss of relationships and people I deeply cared about. The one that impacted me most was losing one of my closest friends, someone I truly considered a brother.
That experience changed my perspective on life completely. He was one of the biggest supporters of everything I did creatively, and losing him made me realize how important it is to create with intention and purpose. Since then, I’ve tried to approach my work differently, approaching with more presence, more meaning, and more gratitude for the people who support me.
As difficult as that time was, it pushed me to grow mentally and emotionally. It reminded me that perseverance matters, especially when things feel uncertain. I work as hard as I do not only for myself, but for the people who continue to believe in me and support my journey. Without them, I honestly wouldn’t be where I am today.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I work across multiple creative spaces, mainly photography, music, and more recently videography. Right now, I’d say my strongest focus is photography and capturing raw, authentic moments through both digital photography and camcorder video. A lot of the time when I meet people, I introduce myself as a photographer/videographer because visual storytelling has become such a major part of who I am.
What I’m most proud of is my growth and consistency. Over time, I’ve seen a complete shift in both the quality of my work and the way I approach creating. The standards I once viewed as my peak are now things I challenge myself to surpass regularly, and that motivates me because it shows that I’m not just continuing to evolve creatively but as an individual as well.
I think what sets me apart most is the intention behind my work and who I am as a person. On the surface, I can come across as quiet or reserved at first, but underneath that is a genuine passion and appreciation for creativity in all forms. I really admire the amount of effort, detail, and emotion people pour into the things they care about, and that inspires the way I create as well.
My goal has never been to simply make content for the sake of it. I want my work to connect with people emotionally, whether that’s through a photograph, a video, or music. I want someone to look at what I create and feel understood, motivated, inspired, or reminded that what they want to achieve is possible. That sense of connection and impact is what drives me the most, being human.
Is there anything else you’d like to share with our readers?
I’d also like to say that I’m always open to connecting and collaborating with other creatives. A lot has been changing for me recently, and things have been moving pretty fast, but I see that as a blessing and part of the growth process. I’m continuing to adapt, learn, and push myself creatively every day.
I didn’t get to speak much about my music earlier, but that’s another major part of my artistry. You can definitely expect to hear more from me on that side soon. Right now, I’m working on an EP titled “The Invisible Man” and an album called “He Who Is Tormented”, and I’m excited to finally share those projects with the world.
More than anything, I want my work, whether it’s photography, videography, or music, to inspire growth, connection, and change. My hope is to make a real impact starting with my city in Houston and eventually reach people on a much larger scale. At the end of the day, I just want to create work that means something and leaves a lasting impression on people.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tahvx.n/
