Fadwa Ward shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.
Hi Fadwa, thank you so much for taking time out of your busy day to share your story, experiences and insights with our readers. Let’s jump right in with an interesting one: What are you being called to do now, that you may have been afraid of before?
I have officially launched an annual project titled “Woven in Wonder” which is an annual photo series that provides free portraits to families that have a loved one with Down Syndrome. I was scared of it being an annual project because of the pressure of financing it myself each year but I began a GoFundMe this year to alleviate some of the production costs and the support from so many different humans has been encouraging! I knew I was called to do a project like this years ago and going into a second year of it now feels so aligned and beautiful.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
My name is Fadwa Ward and I am a Video Producer & Photographer.
I am based Nashville- and Texas specializing in music videos, commercials, and branded content. I manage projects from concept through delivery, blending creative direction with technical expertise to craft visuals that connect with audiences.
Alongside my video work, my photo portfolio spans music imagery, editorial, travel, and behind-the-scenes stills. Across both disciplines, I have collaborated with Universal Music Group, AT&T, Sony, Deloitte, Mars Pet Foods, ESPN+, Big Loud, and the Houston Texans working across industries from entertainment and sports to corporate and lifestyle branding. Known for my collaborative approach and attention to detail, I capture moments that resonate long after the camera stops rolling.
Amazing, so let’s take a moment to go back in time. Who were you before the world told you who you had to be?
Oh man I love this question! I was a dreamer for sure. I loved art, teaching, hosting my own mini radio show in my closet and making up skits with my sisters. There wasn’t a limit on what was possible or what I was qualified to do.
What have been the defining wounds of your life—and how have you healed them?
There were definitely some defining wounds that played a role in how I saw myself or what I thought I was capable of. I had someone very close to me speak lies over my gifts, my ability to create, and even what kind of future I could have. Things like “you aren’t independent or you aren’t joyful” stuck with me for a long time even though they were so opposite of who I am at my core. Those words really made me think I had no business starting my own creative journey or leading people on set. I was able to heal from those wounds by combatting them with what I knew to be true about my character and allowing other healthy people in my life to cover me in truth.
I also began saying yes to jobs or opportunities that scared me to prove to myself that those words really had no power over me. As I continued to step into those creative worlds I recognized that I was fostering joyful spaces and leading people well and that those past wounds were not a reflection of me or what I could do.
Sure, so let’s go deeper into your values and how you think. What would your closest friends say really matters to you?
They’d probably say that in human relationships loyalty and a willingness to communicate matter most to me, In work/life they’d say the ability to have freedom and peace over a paycheck is my priority. Everyone knows I love what I do but that I’m being more and more selective on what jobs I allow into my life and am mindful of what that means for my own mental & emotional health.
Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. Could you give everything your best, even if no one ever praised you for it?
I feel like I already do this to my own detriment sometimes. I am not someone who can half-do something, I will be up at 1 am making notes in my phone about a job so I don’t forget to circle back to that in the morning. I hate feeling like I could have done my job better so I always give it my all but the extra hours and consideration that goes into the work I do is not often praised or seen most of the time and that’s okay! I’d rather know I did my job well every time.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://fadwaward.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fadwaaaa/
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