Today we’d like to introduce you to Arrie’l Ballew.
Hi Arrie’l, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
My story started in 2023. When I first started college in 2020 I was a Business Management major and knew that I always wanted to own my own clothing business. I quickly learned that Business Management major didn’t fit what I truly wanted to do. In 2022 I switched my major to Broadcasting Electronic Media and knew I always wanted to be behind the camera or in front of the camera. I always had a camera in my hand at a young age. I took a Yearbook class in High school and had to take pictures at sporting events. After switching my major, I had a Photojournalism class I knew I wanted to pick up a camera and make others smile. I enjoy capturing everyone’s natural beauty through photography and videography. Now as of today I have been very blessed over these past couple years to partner with people in the community such as Richmond Branch NAACP, EKU NPHC, and more. I’ve recently taken headshots of a model who attended New York Fashion week and now have had my work featured in Bold Journey Magazine. My goal is to keep growing and meet new clients.
Can you talk to us a bit about the challenges and lessons you’ve learned along the way. Looking back would you say it’s been easy or smooth in retrospect?
My biggest struggle was growing up in a community that wasn’t diverse and wondering why I got overlooked opportunities. I quickly realized that every opportunity was not meant for me and I had bigger plans.
As you know, we’re big fans of Ballewphotography LLC. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about the brand?
Ballewphotography LLC is a Photography and Videography business. Ballewphotography LLC offers all areas of photography such as events, weddings, families, grads, sports, couples, new borns and more. I offer Graphic Design edits for clients as well. Ballewphotography LLC also offers background content with the assistance of Raysha Walker.
What sets me apart from other photographers I am very unique with photoshoots and always open to new ideas and bringing a clients idea to life.
I’m most proud of my business by always giving back to the community I’ve got to photograph multiple events in the community including a back to school drive where kids got free school supplies/backpacks and also a flood benefit where church’s and businesses came together to raise money for people affected by the flood in Madison Co. (Richmond, Ky)
I want readers to know that Ballewphotography LLC is not only just a photography and videography business but a business that wants to help clients and other businesses grow.
Where do you see things going in the next 5-10 years?
In the next 5-10 years I see myself offering services to people around the nation. Working with clients in different states and traveling.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://unscriptedphotographers.com/ballewphotographyllc
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ballewphotographyllc
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/14tTL26qT4L/?mibextid=wwXIfr
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arrie-l-ballew-071178230?utm_source=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=member_ios
- Other: https://kavyar.com/ebozypztuels
