Hi, I’m Sydney, a photographer based in Manhattan Beach, California. My work is deeply influenced and inspired by the earth’s elements—nature, the ocean, birds, people, music, surf, trees, and the delicate beauty of butterflies. These natural wonders inspire my creativity, and the calming energy of the beach helps keep me centered and on path.
I’m honored as well to be part of the Stage 32 Education Team! If you ever need recommendations, guidance, or just want to chat, feel free to reach out to me at edu@stage32.com or connect with me directly. This community means so much to me, and I can’t wait to see what we can achieve together in 2025!
I also want to take a moment to send love and prayers to everyone affected by the fires in LA. It’s been devastating, but it’s also a powerful reminder of how vital it is to support one another during tough times.
One of my personal goals for 2025 is to start each day with journaling and breathing exercises, setting a positive and clear tone for whatever the day may bring.
Wishing everyone an inspiring Introduce Yourself Weekend! What are your 2025 goals, and what excites you the most for the year ahead?
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Hi, Sydney S. Happy Introduce Yourself Weekend! My creative goals for this year are write 3 feature spec scripts, sell 1-3 feature spec scripts, and read more scripts and novels. What excites me the most for the year ahead is working on my spec scripts. I already outlined them. I'm cheering for you to reach your goals!
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Hello Sydney S - pleasure to get reconnected and happy introduce yourself weekend! This community has been such an amazing place and has taught me so much in such a short period of time. I've met new people, collaborated, explored things outside my niche, all while being welcomed from people of all different skillsets and backgrounds. It's been a wonderful experience and an amazing sight to witness.
One of my personal goals is to shift my mindset on how I approach life on a day to day basis. Often times my approach has been to fill the buckets of others while neglecting my own, which has left me quite depleted day to day, week to week and so on. This year I'm shifting my mindset and approaching each day with more intention by pouring into myself in exchange I'll be able to add more value to others and collaborate on a deeper level.
While I'm not sponsored by them (yet), if you are searching for a way to deepen your practice of breathing. I highly recommend checking out the "Headspace" app. I've utilized them almost daily since my original introduction back in 2019 and have notice a shift in how I approach my day to day interaction with myself and others. I wish you the best in your personal goal of journaling and breathing exercise and a prosperous 2025!
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Heyyyy Sydney S nice to meet you!!! Coming all the way from Detroit, home of the maybe Super Bowl Champs Detroit Lions
I’m currently revising a feature film script, an elevated Dark Comedy that I’m looking at beginning production for early spring of this year and am super excited about. How it’s going to come together, only God knows but I’m thanking Him for making it happen.
Journaling is something that I need to get back into doing but I love your inspiration draws from the beauty and nature of the earth. Have a great weekend!
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Hi, Maurice Vaughan ! Appreciate you taking the time to comment! That’s awesome—3 feature specs and selling 1-3 sounds like a great plan! Love that you’ve already outlined them, you’re off to a strong start. I’m cheering for you and can’t wait to see you hit those goals this year! Let’s make it happen!
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Hello Cyrus Sales ! So great to reconnect as well! I love your approach to focusing on yourself this year—such an important shift, and I’m sure it’ll make a huge difference in how you show up for others too. Self-care and self-love will do wonders for our lives. Thanks for the Headspace recommendation, I’ve heard great things and will definitely check it out. Much appreciated! Wishing you a 2025 filled with growth, balance, and deeper connections. Keep pouring into yourself—you’ve got this!
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Heyyyy Ashley Kay ! Nice to meet you too! Ah, sorry about the Lions :(( tough lost, but hey, there’s always next season! As a Chiefs fan, I’m still rooting for a strong finish for my hometown team!
Your feature film script sounds really cool ! An elevated dark comedy is such a cool project, and I love your energy about it. I’m sure it’s going to come together in a way that surprises you. And yes, trusting the process is key—God’s got you. I am a huge believer in trusting God's process! Thanks so much for the shoutout on journaling! Nature truly has a way of sparking creativity. Wishing you all the best as you continue working on your script and get back into journaling. I hope you have an amazing weekend! And if you ever need any support with your feature film, feel free to reach out. We have plenty of resources available, and I’m always here to help—just email me at edu@stage32.com. I hope you have a wonderful 2025!
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Thank you, Sydney S. I appreciate the support! Yeah, let's make it happen!
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Thank you Sydney S soooo much!!! And yeah, I saw it coming when I turned it to the 4th quarter that the Lions weren’t going to the Super Bowl, but I know a lot of folks didn’t take it well but at least they ended with a great season.
And I will for sure reach out to you for any help needed!!! :) have an awesome 2025!!!