"Escapism is something I strive to find in my everyday life. Not in a sense of getting away from things, but in a flow state kind of way."
We caught up with Teagan Maddux, a fun lovin’ overstoker hailing from San Diego who loves to capture sun-blushed moments with her camera…
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"Surfing 2ft glassy peelers on a San Diego Summer day, carving through concrete at the local pump track, long road trips with no end destination, gruelling backpacking trips with a gnarly elevation gain, and photographing the ever changing light in stunning locations.
All of these things provide a mental escape and are the avenues in which I find my flow. It’s this sense of adventure and craving of uncomfort that keeps me inspired and in the present moment.
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"Finding time to play is SO important! It’s what makes us human. And burnout is definitely a real thing. I try to make it a priority throughout my day to take breaks to read, draw, move, write, or do anything that feels like playing at that moment.
It’s also a plus when you have a group of inspiring friends who prioritise play! Life isn’t supposed to be all serious all the time.
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If you ask me this question in a few months the answer will definitely be different... but for now here are my top 3 albums that I always come back to...
- Lungs by Florence + the Machine
- Shoals by Palace
- Anything by Lord Huron
+ my current favorite song is Escargot Blues by Guantanamo Bay Surf Club"
Teagan Maddux Insta: @teagan.maddux
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