June 10, 2025

Volume 220

Every Second Counts

As curated by Jack Walker

Photographer, Designer, Intern at Imperfects

Im Jack Walker, some call me Jwalks. I'm a designer born and raised in Southern California. I specialize in editorial photography and mixed media design. Im only 21 years old but Ive been told I have the soul of an old man.

IG: @Jwa1ks

(photo by Marlee Mcdowell)

Every.Second.Counts. Thats a mantra from the TV show The Bear and a statement I live my life by. I operate at 100 miles per hour on a daily basis. Whether it is from movement, work, or art there's always some sort of commotion. While I believe in squeezing life for all it has to offer, it's impossible to pursue that without balance. What's the driving force behind me pushing me to function at such a high pace? Is it the pursuit of excellence or the fear of not doing enough? I've really had to ask myself “am I running away from something or am I chasing something great?”

What's been keeping you grounded?

Whats been keeping me balanced is my morning journal. I have forced myself into a early morning routine of journaling with my coffee, stretching, and taking ten minutes to meditate on what im grateful for. Joy is impossible to achieve without gratitude. The morning is when I feel the most peace and grounds me for the day ahead.

What are you into lately?

Editorial photography. I want to become an editorial photographer and lead fashion campaigns so ive been spending my free time shooting film in various spots around southern california. I dive deep into photobooks in my free time. I have a deep archive of photobooks and zines safely tucked away in my apartment. Check out my work @Jwa1ks !

What I'm Rockin'

What are you up to Health Wise?

HEALTH MOVE OF THE WEEK

Physically: trying to be in the sun as much as possible with a skateboard or surfboard under my feet
Mentally: Trying to call my friends and check in. You will never regret taking 15 minutes to check in with someone. Gratitude for friends.

What are you reading?

“Inner Excellence” by Jim Murphy

What are you drinking?

4pm Iced americanos, I run on diesel

What are you listening to?

Until July freezes

Quote of the Week

Quote of the Week

Pull Back the Bolt

-Jack Walker