capturing life in real time.

let's find the extraordinary in the most ordinary moments.

I’m Tyra, a craft making, photo taking, hobby starting machine

I create art to remind myself that beauty is found in the most simplest moments.

When I was younger, my mother taught me to never measure the things I cook. There was beauty in guessing; in never knowing what might come out of your creation. Whether it was good or bad (although her cooking was never bad), all that matters was that she did what she loved--feeding those at her table no matter who walked through her door and spending time with them. Today I do the same, creating beauty despite never knowing how it'll come out. after all, it's not about products, it's about the joy in being together with others and creating memories that will last a lifetime. I create art not for profit, but rather for creation, connection, and finding joy and beauty in even the most mundane moments. I hope that through working with me, you begin to feel the same way too.

 

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I started off my creative endeavor as a musician and a poet! I've performed in coffee shops, libraries, and other small venues.

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Cultivate & Company originally started off as Cultivate Candle Co. ! When I started collaborating with other creators while I started off in candle making, I felt it more appropriate to include them in this journey with me, add more of my hobbies in, and change the name of my brand altogether.

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I've done some short film projects on the side and would love to explore that hobby a little bit more! If you're interested in being in a short film or have ideas for a script, let me know!

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My "real" job is as a social worker! I work as a qualified mental health professional and hold the belief that everyone and anyone is capable of change, regardless of how impossible it may feel or where they are in life.

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Tyra made the experience super easy and fun! She had a ton of ideas on what poses we should do and locations for our photoshoot. I loved booking for both individual portraits and group family photos.

- Santi O.
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These were some of the best photos someone has taken of me. I used to think of myself as non-photogenic, but Tyra's patient coaching and posing tips changed my mind. Her fantastic coaching and photography work is what leads to a beautiful end product. Not only does she take beautiful pictures of people, but her landscape work is phenomenal. 10/10 would definitely recommend anyone to let her take your next photos!!

-Anissa Sant

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Tyra did an absolute wonderful job and I had an absolute blast with her! Thank you so much!

-  Reagan P.