Introduction

Layra Marz Interview

Learn more about Layra Marz Photography

For many of us, photography is reserved for milestones, but what if a portrait could help you reconnect with who you are right now? That’s the idea behind Layra Marz Photography, founded by Brooklyn-based photographer Layra Marte. Her work, which lives somewhere between boudoir and fine art, is about helping people, especially women and femmes of color, feel seen and celebrated. In this episode, Layra shares how photographing a global anti-bullying campaign helped her discover her creative voice, what it’s like to build a business without a blueprint, and why she’s more interested in telling honest stories than following anyone else’s rules.

Read more: https://epicenter-nyc.com/small-biz-layra-marz/

Layra Marz Photography: https://www.layramarz.com/ 

Follow Layra Marz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/layramarz/ 

For many of us, photography is reserved for milestones, but what if a portrait could help you reconnect with who you are right now? That&rsquo;s the idea behind Layra Marz Photography, founded by Brooklyn-based photographer Layra Marte. Her work, which lives somewhere between boudoir and fine art, is about helping people, especially women and femmes of color, feel seen and celebrated. In this episode, Layra shares how photographing a global anti-bullying campaign helped her discover her creative voice, what it&rsquo;s like to build a business without a blueprint, and why she&rsquo;s more interested in telling honest stories than following anyone else&rsquo;s rules.
Read more:&nbsp;<a href="https://epicenter-nyc.com/small-biz-layra-marz/">https://epicenter-nyc.com/small-biz-layra-marz/</a>
Layra Marz Photography:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.layramarz.com/">https://www.layramarz.com/</a>&nbsp;
Follow Layra Marz on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/layramarz/">https://www.instagram.com/layramarz/</a>&nbsp;

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Production: https://www.pirateaudio.co/ 

Powered by Epicenter NYC, Making It Here shares the real stories behind entrepreneurs, artists, creators, and business leaders forging their own path. In each episode we&rsquo;ll explore the challenges, breakthroughs, and lessons learned that will inspire you and even help shape your own journey. You&rsquo;ll hear from a diverse range of voices&mdash;those shaping the future through resilience, creativity, and grit&ndash;&ndash;who are Making It Here. For more stories like this visit us at <a href="https://epicenter-nyc.com/">https://epicenter-nyc.com/</a>.
Production: <a href="https://www.pirateaudio.co/">https://www.pirateaudio.co/</a>&nbsp;

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