Interview

Chi Chi

Photographer · Houston

A Houston photographer using motion and glass to turn everyday moments into something dreamlike.

01 · On home

Where are you from?

Based in Houston, with roots in Baton Rouge, La
02 · On creativity

What does “being creative” mean to you?

Exploring your curiosity and allowing your imagination to run free!
03 · On becoming

Can you describe the time when you first realized that creating was something you absolutely had to do?

"Mysterious Strangers" is an unique photo that's very near and dear to my heart. It was the first photo that I captured that completely shifted the way that I viewed photography and creativity.
“ Creativity thrives when curiosity is louder than the fear of making mistakes. ”
04 · On rituals

What kind of creative patterns, routines or rituals do you have?

Whenever I need a spark of creativity, I listen to jazz or sit in complete silence.
05 · On meaning

What are you trying to communicate with your art?

I want to invite viewers to see everyday moments from a unique perspective. Through intentional camera movement, I explore the boundary between photography and painting, transforming familiar scenes into expressive, painterly images. I’m also fascinated by using glass as a medium to capture reflections, creating layers, depth, and a sense of mystery that transport viewers into another world. My work is an exploration of perception, inviting people to pause, look beyond the obvious, and discover the extraordinary within the ordinary.
06 · On what's next

Which creative medium would you love to pursue but haven’t yet?

Painting. I love abstract paintings!
07 · On advice

What’s the best advice you ever had about how to be more creative?

Creativity thrives when curiosity is louder than the fear of making mistakes. Look at ordinary things as if you’re seeing them for the first time. Take pictures of things that others overlook. Play without needing a purpose!