Interview with Known Photographer, LaMarcus McCray

LaMarcus McCray, also known as Cray247, is well known photographer from Pine Bluff, Arkansas, now residing in Dallas, Texas. Shooting photos for numerous influencers within the city, he keeps consistent with his work, and has a diverse range of clients. Cray247 has set his sights on accomplishing his dreams and his goals are only expanding. “I am production manager of King of the Slab 7 car show March 27th.” With a bright future ahead, the diverse artist, resilient with his work, is motivated in the way he goes about making content. Within photography, Cray247 focuses on event and showcase photography, and is also a brand ambassador. A perfectionist with his skills, consistent in his work ethic, and passionate about his results,  Cray247   is well respected with  his content he produces. “Be yourself and create your own lane with your own creativity”

Where are you from?

Originally from Pine bluff ,Arkansas and moved to Dallas at five years old.

What is it creatively that you are working on?

Capturing moments and exposing talent in Dallas.

What is inspiring you right now consistently to work on your endeavors?

My Mom who passed in 2019.

How have you overcome struggles to be where you are at now?

By being consistent no matter what happens and not taking this in the industry out of my control personally.

Who were the most influential people in your life?

My Mom by far!

As a result of the outbreak of COVID-19, some artists had considerable difficulties in 2021; varied laws established at the local and federal levels prevented a large number of events with large crowds, including as concerts and festivals, from taking place. As a result, the number of chances for artists to demonstrate their abilities was drastically curtailed as a result of this decision, The emphasis of Cray247’s concentration is now on continuing to pursue his business profession in order to build his already strong foundation even further than it is already. He does not let the past struggles affect him and says he definitely learned.  “I have dealt with associates that are not on the same page and also some individuals that don’t have the same work ethic as myself.”

Cray247 gives motivation and has his sights set on the prize. He realizes that in order to be successful, one must not only invest in oneself, but also in those who will invest in you in exchange for their efforts on his behalf. In the audience, he is motivated  at the thought of making a difference not just in his neighborhood, but also in the rest of the community.

#Focuseddd continues to promote the stories of individuals like Cray247, the artist and business man, who have a reason for doing what they do.

Tags of people mentioned:

Instagram:

@craythephotographer 

@craytheshoedoc 

@exoticpopdfw 

@smokingslapwoods 

@neversatoisfiedlife

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This interview was documented by #Focuseddd.