OUTSIDER’S
MORGAN POPE
ISSUE 01 // JUNE 12017
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COVER FEATURE
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Get to know a little about Morgan Pope, the SLU Agency model covering our first issue.
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CONTENTS OUTSIDER’S MAGAZINE NO. 1
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Brett Womack
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Ashley Rapuano
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Adriel Ramos
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Sabina Sue-A-Quan
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Paige Spuhler
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Trina Quach
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COVER FEATURE
Morgan Pope 68
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Danielle De Guzman
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OUTSIDER’S MAGAZINE
PUBLISHER DJACKS EDITOR IN CHIEF Darrell Jackson
LOCATION Bay Area, CA WEBSITE loserscircle.net/ © 2017 by Darrell Jackson. All Rights Reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited. Outsider’s Magazine is a registered trademark of Darrell Jackson. Printed in the United States of America.
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utsider’s Magazine is an extension
of the Loser’s Circle and a product of Darrell Jackson.This magazine showcases work of the outsider, the person who hasn’t yet “made it.” It is a maazine that gives relatively unknown artists, no matter which art form they associate with, a platform to showcase some of their Losers Circle @djacks.jpg @aedian_jay @rhiezelle @the_benckendorf @rayyeezy @angelboy.wav
work, and discuss a bit about themselves and why they do what it is they are doing. A goal of Losers Circle is to open up discussions about various topics and expose any unknown artists, and with the start of this magazine, it is a goal that can hopefully be checked off the list. Welcome to Outsider’s Magazine. The magazine for, and by the outsider looking in.
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BRETT WOMACK PHOTOGRAPHER // VISUAL ARTIST SACRAMENTO, CA @MCWOAH.PHOTO
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“Do not go gentle into that goodnight. Rage…rage against the dying of the light” - Dylan Thomas These are the words I live by everyday. The name is Brett Womack. 23. Born & raised in the humble city of Bakersfield. I just graduated CSU Bakersfield, and now I’m looking to make waves in SacTown. Catch me on a soccer field or hiking somewhere while listening to hip-hop and taking pictures simultaneously.
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@AGUSTO.CON
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I’m currently a marketing coordinator working in Roseville, while pursuing my passion of photography as a side hustle and just because I love it. There is something about freezing time and being able to see it whenever you want that is priceless too me. In regards to photography, I do what I do because I simply love creating my own unique style of art for others to see and for myself to look back on. Portrait photography, specifically, has recently drawn my interest because of the opportunity for a raw connection with new people in this new city. Conversing & creating with strangers is the added bonus of portraiture that drives me to keep progressing in my photographic journey.
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nspiration comes in many forms and at
I’m so excited for the future because I
random times. At any moment the light
know that if I keep pushing myself every
bulb can turn on with a different idea. Also
day and continue to learn that 10 years
have to shout out to my fellow creative
from now will look bright. Not sure ex-
homies that drive me to strive for more, My
actly if I see myself as a professional pho-
homies Danny (@dandaman05), Manny
tographer in 10 years. If that happens that
(@mannysinstagram), and Mo
would be amazing, but where I really want
(@agusto.con). They inspire me to look at
to be is a proud father & hopefully a hus-
photography in different ways and from
band with a career in the creative indus-
varied perspectives, which only helps me
try. Whether that be design, photography,
grow as an artist. As for musical inspira-
branding, etc. The most important thing is
tion, since I listen to such a plethora of
that when I look back 10 years in the past I
genres (hip hop new and old, soul, indie,
am truly proud of my accomplishments!
edm, rock, and even country) it reflects my style of photography: A little taste of everything. Creativity is something that has always been engrained in my personality. No matter what I did, I would always did it different than most people. I try to reflect that in my photography. The beauty and the beast of my obsessive creativity is that I am never truly satisfied; however this keeps me pushing myself to go further in my creative process and keeps me hungry to create more.
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ASHLEY RAPUANO ACTRESS // STORYTELLER BROOKLYN, NY @RAPUANOASHLEY
PHOTOS BY ASHLEY MCCOY
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y name is Ashley Rapuano and I am
I also find so much inspiration in all the
an actor and giggle pusher.I do what I do
artists I meet. Each person is spilling their
to give voice to those who don’t have one,
heart and soul out into something they
spread happiness, and teach lessons while
love so deeply. In today’s world of tech-
telling stories. I am a fighter for equality and
nology and hidden feelings, its so import-
smiles. My grandmother is one of my biggest
ant to have people be open and honest. Art
inspirations. She didn’t come from a back-
brings that openness out in people.
ground of education, but she danced and
sang everyday of her life in the Philippines,
creatively. I’m okay with that. I think
and continued to do so when she came to
that’s the point of art, to always be mak-
America. She lived to the bright, young age of
ing something and telling a story. That’s
88. We would make her sing and dance with
how we have always learned, through sto-
us everyday until she cried from laughing so
ries. I will always find a new improv show
hard. I do comedy to make people laugh like
to be a part of, a new stand-up routine to
that. To heal whatever their ailment may be
do, or a new film or play to be in. Always.
for the day and make them forget about the
There are breaks in-between, because
world for just a second. When she passed
you sometimes have to sleep (who knew),
away, I promised that I would sing and dance
focus on bills, or just find new things to
every day. And you can’t break promises you
make. I think art is a being that will never
make to your lola.
stop moving or growing, and it is our job
I think everybody has that urge to
as artists to feed that beast and help it
change the world. That feeling you get when
grow. Maybe walk it around a little bit.
you watch something that makes you want
to scream in protest and go out there and do
probably as much as I do now, living in a
something, or that time you watched a doc-
different city, and being on a stage or set
umentary and had no idea people were being
every single day. I hope to give my voice to
treated so terribly, or when you watch some-
a cause and really have some change hap-
thing so beautiful you leave and tell some-
pen. So much can happen in 10 years, I just
body you love them. That’s what I’m chasing.
hope I have a dog.
I don’t think I will ever be satisfied
In 10 years I see myself swearing
I want to ignite people like I have been ignited so many times.
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ADRIEL RAMOS PHOTOGRAPHER DAVIS, CA @SOMAR.LA
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felt like my world ended. For my eny name is Adriel Ramos. I am a 19-
ywar old from Pasadena, CA currently residing in Davis. I began taking photography seriously when I was in 7th grade. I got my first camera (Nikon D3100 w/ 18-55mm Kit Lens) on my birthday and I still remember how it felt opening up the box for the first time. I brought it everywhere and took pictures of anything that caught my eye. I looked like a dork bringing it around but I didn’t care. Everyone in my family saw my work and they constantly brought up how I naturally had an eye for photography without taking a single class. Eventually, I lost interest to photography when I entered high school. I never knew the reason why but I left my camera in the dust for a while. It’s sad looking back at it now. Maybe it was because I got caught up with schoolwork, making new friends, trying to fit in, or girls. I lost touch with my art.
Summer of my Junior year I got my
first girlfriend and it was the corniest romantic relationship I have ever experienced. At that point, she was at the center of my world. Without realizing it, I rarely hung out with my best friends that summer and spent it all on her. I didn’t take photos, make beats, play guitar and more. She then dumped me and I was heartbroken because it came out of nowhere.
tire senior year I was in the dumps but for some reason, it motivated me to do better in school. I ended up getting high grades compared to the past three years. I also got into my current school, UC Davis.
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year I thought of doing nothing but working at a local restaurant. But as I was cleaning out my room I ran into my camera that I totally forgot about. I picked it up and went to hang with some friends at a recording session. While everyone was busy I went out to my friend’s gorgeous backyard to take pictures and the minute I looked at all the photos the feeling came back to me. I started to feel the feeling I got when I took my first cool picture 5 years ago. After that day, I couldn’t put my camera down the entire summer. I visited Downtown L.A. so much to take pictures and I saw my results improve every week. I realized the potential and skills I had all along. I felt as if photography was my way of coping with the thoughts of my first heartbreak. Photography occupied my head every day and suddenly I was in love again. 27
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Before I left to Davis, my parents
bought me my dream camera which was the Sony A7ii. A camera I believed I didn’t deserve but my parents knew I would use it for good as I returned to the passion that I first fell in love with. So up to this very day, I take so many photos of people, cities, and more and I can’t stop. I finally found my true passion and I couldn’t be happier to be back.
I’m not satisfied creatively because as
a photographer I know there is always a better shot out there that I can take. Don’t get me wrong, I’m very proud of my work when I’m in the moment but at the end of the day I’m looking forward to my next shoot because I know I can take better pictures. I’m satisfied that I’m a passionate photographer in this world but the room for improvement in my work will forever be endless and I love that.
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SABINA SUE-AQUAN PHOTOGRAPHER // MUSICIAN NEW YORK, NY @SUPSABINA
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y name is Sabina Sue-A-Quan, and
I am a 19 year old aspiring photographer, audio engineer, songwriter, and composer. My passions for art, whether it be music or photography, began at a young age. My dad has always been into photography as well but he never “forced� it upon me. I remember going through his old pictures from parties and events when he was my age, and I was intrigued by how so many memories can be cherished and how it can continue to evoke emotions from the past. As I grew older, I began to see the beauty in many things; life itself including every day events, both good and bad, and people themselves, with their flaws. For this reason, I focus solely on street photography and portraits. However, I refuse to limit myself. The same goes with music. As cliche as it may sound, it was all I’ve ever known. Music became a part of who I am. I hope for people to relate to my songwriting and feel some sort of emotion, when they hear my compositions.
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raphy, I hope to bring love and empathy to the world slowly but surely; from one individual to the next. Personally, I feel as if I have not yet reached where I want to be creatively. That may be because I have not launched many of my projects yet. I want to make sure I target the right audience, and I have time to carefully proceed with it. Each of my projects have a purpose. However, I can definitely say that I have improved since the time I began. I believe we are always learning, even if we become the best of the best. In 10 years, I hope to have inspired many people along my journey to success. I hope to be content, not rich nor famous, but happy doing what I love to do with the people I love.
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PAIGE SPUHLER POET ST. LOUIS, MO @COLORING_PAIGE
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y name is Paige Spuhler, I’m 16, and I write poetry. I write to
feel, and in turn, to understand myself. I have stories to tell and feelings to let out, that can only be done proper justice through creating. I draw inspiration from music. Certain songs will spark specific emotions that take me back to a certain time in my life or situation I have been in. I also find myself inspired by moments that I find mesmerizing, such as a simple sunrise or having an honest conversation with someone I connect with. I then try and write something that mimics how those experiences make me feel. I don’t think anyone is ever truly satisfied with their art. I believe those that create have a voice inside them that constantly wants to be let out. Each person has depths in their mind that they will never get to the bottom of, and no amount of expression will be enough. I find this tragically beautiful. In ten years, I would be living the dream to be in Los Angeles. Something about that place is too magical to me. I hope to be doing what I love, whatever that may be.
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TRINA QUACH PHOTOGRAPHER ST. LOUIS // CHICAGO
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y name is Trina Quach, but I go
As an artist, I am my own big-
by Trina Rager. I am a photographer who
gest critic. I use to always beat myself
shoots both digital and film. However, I
up because I wasn’t where I wanted to
prefer film photography over digital haha.
be. However, I looked back on my old
Most of my photography falls under the
work and notice a significant amount
modeling genre, but I don’t restrict myself
of improvement. Which makes me real-
whatsoever.
ize that I’ll never be satisfied with my
work, which is okay because there is
Photography is my creative outlet.
I have full control. I can capture an image
always room for improvement. but I am
and turn it into whatever I want. Wheth-
proud of how far I’ve came.
er if I want to tell a story or depict the
essence of a person that others don’t get
cessful Art Director for Complex or
to see. I have always felt misunderstood
The FADER. Hopefully I’ll be out of
which kind of explains why I come off as
student loan debt so I can live com-
a wallflower at times. Photography allows
fortably in New York City condo. I’m
me to express myself in a non-destructive
from Saint Louis, Missouri. The school
way. I get to turn my neglected feelings
district where I attended high school is
into something positive.
one of the most underfunded district in
the city. I hope that 10 years from now,
I have many inspirations, however,
10 years from today, I’ll be a suc-
if I had to choose two it would be Princess
I will be able to go back to my city
Nokia (Rapper) and Deana Lawson (Pho-
and go to those schools to speak with
tographer). Princess Nokia’s music style is
those kids. I want to give them hope
As for Deana Lawson,I like that she cap-
and show them they can make it out of
tures images of people in their domestic en-
their environment. Most of those kids
vironment. This allows her work to appear
are not able to attend college due to
beautifully intimate.
financial difficulties, so I want to alleviate that burden.
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MORGAN POPE PORTRAIT BY @JASONYOKOBOSKY
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PORTRAIT BY @DOMINICDISAIA
PORTRAIT BY @PHOTOSBYALLEGRA
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ey! My name is Morgan Pope, but my friends call me Morgs.
I’m 25 years young and live in the City of Roses, also known as Portland, Oregon! I was born in beautiful South Lake Tahoe, California and raised in blazin’ hot Palm Springs, California. I attended Northern Arizona University for my first two years of college on a track scholarship, then decided to transfer to CSU Sacramento to finish my undergrad and D1 track career. Now I am a professional model represented by SLU Agency and AMAX Talent, and I couldn’t be more blessed to do what I love for a living.
FUN FACTS: I absolutely love donuts, chicken tenders, and tulips, especially the yellow ones since that is my favorite color. I have a huge love for the beach and I want to learn how to scuba dive so I can see all kinds of marine life, and conquer my fear of seeing a shark up close.
@_MORGANPOPE morganpopebooking@gmail.com
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y name is Jules De Guzman and I am currently a student at
UC Davis. I’m pursuing an English Major with a Professional Writing Minor because my ambitions heavily lie on writing. Ever since I was a kid, I knew that I wanted to always be doing something creative, and I have found that in poetry. I’m inspired by the different landscapes I’ve traveled through, from being out and about in nature to the streets of a few cities. I don’t think there ever be some sort of satisfaction in my creativity because my being thrives on the complications life provides. That’s why I hope to submit some poems to share folk’s imagery through language. I know that in 10 years, I’ll look back and read a lot of my poetry and see a different person in time. I’m always changing in the way I write, so there will never be exact completeness. But of course, I will always try to be true to the moments I seek to write.
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replenish i could grow gardens for you if you’d let me nourish dry ground, (i carry seeds underneath my tongue). in return, i only ask for continuous keeping for what’s always been yours (do not forget to drink the rain).
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dilution thyme for late night terrors. aloe for rotton forearms. stew poppies and violets for dinner tonight. bathe in witch hazel for your body is swelling in casualties imprinted from each foot step away from bed. (maybe let him leave baby’s breath on the counter tomorrow).
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grow: (of a living thing) pin pricked by thorns, I do not bleed, but my heart seeps honeysuckle, and at times it buds cries. my arms dangle with overgrown peonies a mane of wisteria conceal berry eyes. my chest bears sunflowers, and i reek of soft lavender from sharing sighs. between the small of my back and supple belly a delicate lotus thrives. honey has dripped down striped, stretched thighs. this gentle garden is all mine.  
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