Laurence Andrews was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. He always wanted to become a professional athlete. Though with his love of capturing moments on his camera “for fun”, becoming a professional photographer never crossed his mind. Capturing those moments and seeing how his family and friends had just loved his pictures was his sign from above that he was blessed with many gifts and talents. At one point of time he didn't even own camera until a very good friend saw something in him, that he wasn't able to see in himself, and gave him a camera as a gift. Taking pictures with that camera became a cherished hobby. That hobby became a passion for relentlessly pursuing and perfecting the craft of photography. So now Laurence Andrews has launched his own website and brand "Cayden J'adore". He has set a solid foundation and is going to be a staple in the Photography industry.
MOA: Interview withLaurence Andrews
1.) IAM22NOWWHAT: “Men of Ambition” highlights a man that desire and has the determination to achieve success by any means. This is a man who is passionate and follows his dreams until he conquers the goals he has set in place. A man of ambition understands how import intelligence is and how that effect his responsibility to be a role model for our future generation.
With this being said when you hear “Men of Ambition” what is your take on it and why do you feel you possess those qualities?
Laurence: When I hear "Men of Ambition" I think of men who posses all of the characteristics you highlighted. I think of men who are for lack of better terms, "Go Getters." And that's me! A "Go Getter." I formulated a plan and money was not my only motivation. I was motivated by the dream. My desire to succeed. I love what am currently doing and won't stop until I am legend.
2.) IAM22NOWWHAT: Tell us a little more of your background where you grew up and came from to where are you going now?
Laurence: I was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. Like most of my friends, I dreamt of becoming a professional athlete. Although, I was always grabbing a camera “for fun”, becoming a professional photographer never crossed my mind. I just loved how my pictures made friends and family smile when reliving a special time. I didn't even have my own camera until a very dear friend saw something in me that I didn't and gave me a camera as a gift. Taking pictures with that camera became a cherished hobby. That hobby became a passion for relentlessly pursuing and perfecting the craft of photography.
3.) IAM22NOWWHAT: Name 2 people who inspire you now?
Laurence: Ironically the two people that inspire me the most are not photogs... My parents are 1 lol. Can't mention one and not the other. The individual would have to be Colette Pierce Burnette of my alma mater Central State University where I did my undergrad studies.
4.) IAM22NOWWHAT: How did you get to where you are now?
Laurence: I got to where I am now through life experiences. Experiences growing up as a child. Experiences as an adult. Experience is life's greatest teacher and I could not have gotten here without it.
5.) IAM22NOWWHAT: . As a African American man do you feel that you have to work hard in regards to how society may perceive you along with the weight of having a responsibility to the future generation to lead by example and be the best man you can be?
Laurence: I feel like every man should work hard regardless of their race. Work so hard that nothing even matter besides the quality of work that you are providing.
6.) IAM22NOWWHAT: Who is your biggest fashion influences now?
Laurence: I honestly do not have a fashion influence. If it looks good I will wear it... I do admire how Scott Disick and Ildres Elba dress.
With this being said when you hear “Men of Ambition” what is your take on it and why do you feel you possess those qualities?
Laurence: When I hear "Men of Ambition" I think of men who posses all of the characteristics you highlighted. I think of men who are for lack of better terms, "Go Getters." And that's me! A "Go Getter." I formulated a plan and money was not my only motivation. I was motivated by the dream. My desire to succeed. I love what am currently doing and won't stop until I am legend.
2.) IAM22NOWWHAT: Tell us a little more of your background where you grew up and came from to where are you going now?
Laurence: I was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. Like most of my friends, I dreamt of becoming a professional athlete. Although, I was always grabbing a camera “for fun”, becoming a professional photographer never crossed my mind. I just loved how my pictures made friends and family smile when reliving a special time. I didn't even have my own camera until a very dear friend saw something in me that I didn't and gave me a camera as a gift. Taking pictures with that camera became a cherished hobby. That hobby became a passion for relentlessly pursuing and perfecting the craft of photography.
3.) IAM22NOWWHAT: Name 2 people who inspire you now?
Laurence: Ironically the two people that inspire me the most are not photogs... My parents are 1 lol. Can't mention one and not the other. The individual would have to be Colette Pierce Burnette of my alma mater Central State University where I did my undergrad studies.
4.) IAM22NOWWHAT: How did you get to where you are now?
Laurence: I got to where I am now through life experiences. Experiences growing up as a child. Experiences as an adult. Experience is life's greatest teacher and I could not have gotten here without it.
5.) IAM22NOWWHAT: . As a African American man do you feel that you have to work hard in regards to how society may perceive you along with the weight of having a responsibility to the future generation to lead by example and be the best man you can be?
Laurence: I feel like every man should work hard regardless of their race. Work so hard that nothing even matter besides the quality of work that you are providing.
6.) IAM22NOWWHAT: Who is your biggest fashion influences now?
Laurence: I honestly do not have a fashion influence. If it looks good I will wear it... I do admire how Scott Disick and Ildres Elba dress.
7.) IAM22NOWWHAT: Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
Laurence: In 10 years I see myself as a well respect photographer. Expanding my brand to cities like Chicago, Dallas and LA.
8.) IAM22NOWWHAT: What the best advice you can give about having a an ambitious mind set in this world where we live in now?
Laurence: I would say never let anyone's opinion influence what you want to do. If you have a dream pursue it relentlessly and do it for you! Not the money! Not the fame or how anyone else thinks. Otherwise you'll be doing it for all the wrong reasons.
9.) IAM22NOWWHAT: What are 5 things take with you when you leave the house (i.e. phone charger, zip drive, carmax, ipod, etc)?
Laurence: Phone, Charger, Wallet, Pen and Gum
10.) IAM22NOWWHAT: What is your perspective on regrets?
Laurence: Learn to live with them. A lot of time a regret in my opinion is something that you can't change. If anything thing grow from it. Don't make the same mistake twice.
11.) IAM22NOWWHAT: Do you have any tattoo's? If so why describe one and explain why that tattoo is important
Laurence: I do not have a single tattoo. I've always wanted one, but never got around to doing so. Maybe this summer. Stay tuned
12.) IAM22NOWWHAT: How old are you and what does that number mean to you? (Some let age define the person they are wanted to get a feel what your age means for you.)
Laurence: I am 28 years old... This means lower insurance rates and nothing else. I really don't let my age define me. I know at some point I will have to slow it down a bit, but I will never stop!
Laurence: In 10 years I see myself as a well respect photographer. Expanding my brand to cities like Chicago, Dallas and LA.
8.) IAM22NOWWHAT: What the best advice you can give about having a an ambitious mind set in this world where we live in now?
Laurence: I would say never let anyone's opinion influence what you want to do. If you have a dream pursue it relentlessly and do it for you! Not the money! Not the fame or how anyone else thinks. Otherwise you'll be doing it for all the wrong reasons.
9.) IAM22NOWWHAT: What are 5 things take with you when you leave the house (i.e. phone charger, zip drive, carmax, ipod, etc)?
Laurence: Phone, Charger, Wallet, Pen and Gum
10.) IAM22NOWWHAT: What is your perspective on regrets?
Laurence: Learn to live with them. A lot of time a regret in my opinion is something that you can't change. If anything thing grow from it. Don't make the same mistake twice.
11.) IAM22NOWWHAT: Do you have any tattoo's? If so why describe one and explain why that tattoo is important
Laurence: I do not have a single tattoo. I've always wanted one, but never got around to doing so. Maybe this summer. Stay tuned
12.) IAM22NOWWHAT: How old are you and what does that number mean to you? (Some let age define the person they are wanted to get a feel what your age means for you.)
Laurence: I am 28 years old... This means lower insurance rates and nothing else. I really don't let my age define me. I know at some point I will have to slow it down a bit, but I will never stop!