INTRODUCING THE MAN BEHIND THE LENS, MALACHI HUDSON EL Winston

EW: What inspired the start of your entrepreneurial journey?

Sometimes I can see a video for a sound that I hear. Other times it can be a view that I rode by. Ties back into my business name of Prolific (plentiful/abundant) VSN (vision).

Last month, I had the privilege of watching Mr. Malachi Hudson in action as a photographer and videographer for the 100 Masc Suits Retreat hosted by Trans Anarchii. It was an extraordinary opportunity to see an artist at work. Thankfully, Mr. Hudson, gave me the honor of giving me a oneon-one interview to share about his artistry and him as a person. Introducing The Man Behind the Lens, Malachi Hudson.

EW: Watching you in action at the 100 Masc Retreat and you were so passionate while in the zone, what provides that passion?

MH: I’ve always had a passion for art but it started with music and drawing. The more I explored the different forms of art I became even more connected to photography and videography. It became what some would say is my escape from reality but it’s more like a deeper dive into the world but spectating the beauty of it.

E.W: Now, you actually have your own business. What is the name of your business and what is the significance of the name?

MH: Prolific VSN and I named it that because prolific means plentiful and abundant and VSN is vision shortened. It also represents: View, Subconscious, Newcomings. Meaning the mental image(s) of the future will be or could be plentiful and abundant.

MH: Funny story It was when the pandemic started. My jobs were closed and I lived alone at the time. My ex suggested TikTok because I was bored a lot. So I started making them just by playing around at first. I only posted a few even though I have drafts for days because like you said at the retreat I’m an artist which means I’m sensitive about my sh*. It has been hard being that vulnerable with the world but that’s also the beauty of art. It touches different people for different reasons and I enjoy that.

EW: What drives your creativity?

MH: I believe you have to put your heart and soul into it. You can’t be your most creative if you don’t have that connection to it. Now that doesn’t mean it won’t be good but you know your own potential. You know that when you have that connection to something you give it more than your all to make it the best you can. So you can sit back and say, “Yeah I did that.” And say it proudly.

EW: You have a number of areas that you dabble in with your creativity. What are they and do you have a favorite?

MH: I do photography and videography. I haven’t locked in on one particular category because I love to create and mix and match different categories of art together. I always have. I also really enjoy making shirt designs, flyers and TikToks.

EW: What sparks your process and how you make decisions when creating?

MH: In my mind, I’m considering the lighting (outside or inside) and the best angles, but a vision or idea can come to me at different times.

EW: Who would be your dream photo shoot?

MH: That’s actually a harder question than I thought it’d be. It’s between Teyana Taylor because of her style or Chris Brown.

EW: How did you become involved with 100 Masc in Suits? And what did you take away from the experience?

MH: I became involved with 100 Masc after meeting Omega. When he sent out the invitation for 100 Masc, I wanted to have an experience. Not sure if I’m the only one but I started to look deeper into the meaning and purpose behind the retreat and I fell in love with the idea of it. I grew in so many ways when it comes to business, healing, mental health, self care, and brotherhood.

EW: Considering brotherhood, what support have you received from the community?

MH: Mr. Omega Chuckii has been my first supporter. He afforded me the opportunity to participate and trusted me to capture the photos and videos of the retreat as well. I genuinely appreciate the opportunity to be a part of something bigger than myself. He gave me a chance that I didn’t know was possible and I’m grateful for that.

EW: Since it is Mental Health Awareness Month, how do you provide your self-care?

MH: I sit alone with just my thoughts, paper and pen. I just create and express what I’m feeling. I draw, write, or record myself. I take the time to self reflect.

Malachi, it has been a pleasure sitting with you and I’m sure our readers are looking forward to seeing more from you in the future.

Readers, you can find the man behind the lens on IG at Boom3x._ and on TikTok at Young.Visionary or email him at msmithhudson@gmail.com. Check out my brotha and follow his journey!