Hey, I’m Sydney Valiente, an artist currently living in San Diego, CA. I started out as a freelance photographer in my hometown of Muscle Shoals, Alabama, but San Diego has been home for the past decade.

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While art has always been my focus, I’ve had a range of side gigs along the way—working as a skydive video editor in Florida, a ski photographer in Colorado, a portrait photographer in Delaware, and a surf photographer in San Diego.

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Recently, I’ve made the decision to leave the side-hustles behind and fully commit to being a full-time artist. It’s a big step for me, marking a new chapter where I’m leaning into my creative vision more than ever before.

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My work explores a variety of mediums and styles, often blending humor, experimentation, and personal reflection. If you follow along on my social media accounts, you are sure to find the story behind each piece as they are made.

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Also through social media, I’ve been fortunate to connect with a community of people who support and share in this ongoing creative journey. My goal is to demonstrate what’s possible when you choose to follow your passions and put your art out into the world.

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Thanks for being here and for supporting this process. Art helps me express what words can’t, and I’m grateful to share it with you.