As part of my first photography series, in which focuses on the societal expectations of men and women. I photographed Thomas Savva, AKA SAVS an upcoming music artist. Here I chose to showcase what he's taught me most about; peoples expectation of a performer in today's society and the passion for music.









One thing you can't have in this industry?
"Fear."

Having the chance to photograph my brother, who's journey I've been watching since I met him was an amazing opportunity and I'm thankful for it.
In a time where the rise of creative industries as a career becoming a forefront of kids imaginations and at a point where I'm going forward and breaking into a different creative industry myself; I want to know what my brother thinks are two characteristics, one good and one bad, he needs in order to succeed.




First a good one:
"Passion. You need a whole lot of passion. That's why I got music tatted on my veins. I'm passionate about this. It's all I think about."
A bad one:
"Hmm...arrogance. You've got to know when to tone yourself down. Be the performer but not a --"
Yeah we'll leave that word up to the readers imagination..

Images: ADAM SAVVA
Words: ADAM SAVVA
Model: THOMAS SAVVA
Thanks: JAY YOUNG & CAROLINE AKINTUNDE
Be passionate. Don't be arrogant. Work smart.
Amazing being able to photograph my brother and understand a little more about this world he's getting into. Thanks for being apart.
Go check out his music available on music streaming platforms now!