My New Webtoon: Etiennette!
Once upon a time, in the Kingdom of Wyster, there lived a young princess named Etiennette. All she knew were the tight bonds she held with her half brother and his best friend; two people who would burn the world for her. Or so she thought.
Music Anylisis and Concert Reviews
= (Equal Sign) by J-Hope Mini Analysis
For day 35 of analyzing a BTS song every day until their concert in Tampa, I chose to analyze “= (Equal Sign)” by J-Hope of BTS. This song is a very important song for today’s world as it expresses the need for people to take the time to understand each other and not hate as…
Killin’ It Girl (Solo Version) by J-Hope Mini Analysis
For day 34 of analyzing a song every day until BTS’ concert in Tampa, and in honor of J-Hope’s birthday, I decided to analyze the song, “Killin’ It Girl (Solo Version)” by J-Hope. This song serves as J-Hope’s declaration of admiration for someone, but the way he admires her is similar to how he wrote…
My Universe by Coldplay and BTS Mini Analysis
For day 33 of analyzing a BTS song every day until their upcoming concert in Tampa, Florida, I decided to analyze the song, “My Universe” by both Coldplay and BTS. As someone who is a large fan of both BTS and Coldplay, this collaboration is one I enjoy. With a beautiful melody and lovely analogies,…
Film Out by BTS Mini Analysis
For day 32 of analyzing a BTS song every day until their concert in Tampa, I decided to analyze the song, “Film Out” by BTS. As one of their songs released entirely in Japanese, the song reaches an entirely different audience than expected. But with their beautiful lyricism, they can cross into any language.
Heart on the Window (with WENDY) by Jin Mini Analysis
For day 31 of analyzing a BTS song every day until their concert, I decided to analyze “Heart on the Window (with Wendy)” by Jin. This song is a beautiful description of the heart growing fonder while waiting for someone and then at their actual return.
Friends by V and Jimin of BTS Analysis Pt. 2
For day 30 of analyzing a BTS song every day until their concert in Tampa, I decided to continue my analysis of “Friends” by V and Jimin of BTS by analyzing Jimin’s lines in the song. A few days ago, I analyzed “Friends” and focused more on V’s lines. Now, I hope to focus on…
140503 at Dawn by Agust D Mini Analysis
For day 29 of analyzing a BTS song every day until their concert in Tampa, I chose to analyze “140503 at Dawn” by Agust D. Filled with raw emotions, this song serves as Agust D’s honest reflection on his trainee days before he debuted as a rapper. Within it, he reflects on his experience of…
Scenery by V of BTS Mini Song Analysis
For day 28 of analyzing a BTS song every day until their concert in Tampa, I decided to analyze the song, “Scenery” by V of BTS. With smooth and silky vocals, V conveys his desire to capture the environment around him in film, never to be forgotten.
Change pt. 2 by RM Mini Song Analysis
For day 27 of analyzing a BTS song every day until their concert in Tampa, I decided to analyze “Change pt. 2” by RM. This song was one of the first RM songs I ever heard, as I became a fan of the group around the same time the album this song is on was…
Future by J-Hope Mini Analysis
For day 26 of analyzing a song every day until BTS’ concert in Tampa, I chose “Future” by J-Hope. This song is one of my favorite J-Hope songs as it discusses his thoughts about the future and how we all rustle with thoughts about it.
Butter by BTS Mini Analysis
For day 25 of analyzing a BTS song every day until BTS’ concert in Tampa, I chose to analyze “Butter” by BTS. This song is one of BTS’ English songs that they released in the summer of 2021. Additionally, this song is one of the BTS songs that topped the American Billboard Hot 100 for…
I will come to you by Jin Song Analysis
For day 24 of analyzing a song every day until BTS’ concert in Tampa, I am analyzing the song, “I will come to you,” by Jin of BTS. In this song, Jin most likely sings about his military enlistment and how he made a promise to his fans that even though he was leaving for…
Trivia : Seesaw by Suga of BTS Mini Analysis
For day 23 of writing a song analysis every day until BTS’ concert in Tampa, I chose to write an analysis on the song “Trivia : Seesaw” by Suga of BTS. In this song, Suga addresses a failing relationship, expressing that it is better for both parties to separate than to continue suffering while in…
To Me, Today by Jin Mini Analysis
For day 22 of analyzing a BTS song every day until the concert in Tampa, I chose the song, “To Me, Today,” by Jin. This song is yet another comforting song that expresses the importance of letting go of one’s worries and flying towards the future, leaving that dark past behind.
Ego by J-Hope
For day 21 of analyzing a BTS song every day until their concert in Tampa, I decided to analyze “Ego” by J-Hope. Since I had the honor of hearing this song live at J-Hope’s concert, I think it would be a great choice for it to be performed once again at their upcoming concert.
As…
Never Let Go by Jung Kook Mini Analysis
For day 20 of writing a song analysis every day until BTS’ concert in Tampa, I chose the song, “Never Let Go” by Jung Kook. Originally released as a fan song around BTS’ debut anniversary in 2024, “Never Let Go” is a beautiful song that captures the feelings Jung Kook has towards his friends.
Friends by V and Jimin of BTS Mini Analysis Pt. 1
For day 19 of analyzing a song every day until BTS’ concert in Tampa, I decided to analyze the song “Friends” by V and Jimin of BTS. I hope to analyze V’s lines in this post and then, in a future post, analyze Jimin’s lines. I think this song is a beautiful testament to V…
Intro: Serendipity by Jimin of BTS Mini Analysis
For day 18 of analyzing a BTS song every day until the group’s performance in Tampa, I chose the song “Intro: Serendipity” by Jimin of BTS. This song serves as the intro to BTS’ “Love Yourself: Her” album, the first album in their “Love Yourself” album series. As the “Love Yourself” album series is one…
Moon by Jin of BTS Mini Analysis
For day 17 of analyzing a BTS song every day until their concert in Tampa, I chose “Moon” by Jin of BTS. This song is one I was able to hear live last year at his solo concert in Tampa. Due to this, I hope to hear it again when he comes back to Tampa…
everythingoes (with Nell) by RM Mini Analysis
For day 16 of writing a song analysis every day until BTS’ concert in Tampa, I chose “everythingoes (with Nell)” by RM. This song is definitely one of my favorite songs as the message is an incredibly comforting one. Looking at the song in its entirety, it is about how no matter what, within its…
SDL by Agust D Mini Analysis
For day 15 of writing a song analysis every single day until BTS’ concert in Tampa, I decided to analyze “SDL” by Agust D (or Suga of BTS). Even though this song has an upbeat instrumental, the lyrics are a bit somber as Agust D reminiscences a past relationship of some kind. Diving deeper, this…
Base Line by j-hope Mini Analysis
For day 14 of analyzing a song every day until BTS’ concert in Tampa, I chose to analyze, “Base Line” by J-Hope. In this song, J-hope describes what his music and success is based off of: his drive and hard work. Within each lyric of the song, one can see the passion J-Hope has for…
My You by Jung Kook Mini Analysis
For day 13 of analyzing a song every day until BTS’ concert in Tampa, I chose “My You,” by Jung Kook. As a softer song, released in 2022 on BTS’ anniversary date, it serves as a love letter to their fans, ARMY.
The lyrics describe Jung Kook’s perspective on their fans, showing how much he…
MONA LISA by j-hope Mini Analysis
For day 12 of analyzing one song every day until BTS’ Tampa concert, I decided to analyze “MONA LISA” by j-hope. As one of the songs J-Hope released after he was discharged from the military, “MONA LISA” serves as a homage to his roots and a step towards a new beginning through it’s hip hop…
Promise by Jimin Analysis
For day 11 of analyzing a song every day until BTS’ concert in Tampa, I chose “Promise” by Jimin. This song is one that I don’t believe will be performed in person at the concert however, I do hope it will be. But no matter whether it is performed live or not, “Promise” will always…
Super Tuna by Jin Song Analysis
Exactly 2 years ago, I drew a photo of Jin of BTS from the MV of his iconic song, “Super Tuna.” Today, as I await BTS’ concert in Tampa, I will continue my challenge of analyzing a BTS song each day by analyzing this one.
This song is such a fun one as it lightheartedly…
28 by Agust D Ft. NiiHWA Analysis
For Day 9 of analyzing a song every day until BTS’ concert in Tampa, I am analyzing the song “28” by Agust D Ft. NiiHWA. I don’t think this song will be performed at the upcoming concert however I really do hope it will be only because this song is one of my favorite songs…
Bicycle by RM Mini Song Analysis
For Day 8 of analyzing a BTS song every day until their concert in Tampa, I chose “Bicycle” by RM. It is well known among BTS’ fans, ARMY, that the group’s leader, RM loves to ride his bike. Throughout this song, the listener gets to take a closer look at how much RM’s bike rides…
Interlude: Set me free Analysis
For day 7 of analyzing a BTS song every day until their concert in Tampa, I have decided to analyze the song “Interlude: Set me free,” by Agust D or BTS’s Suga. Although it is a rather short song, the message that the lyrics expresses is not limited by the song’s length. Rather, it is…
Begin by Jung Kook of BTS Song Analysis
Today’s song is “Begin” by Jung Kook of BTS. The song is a lovely letter to his fellow band members and their brotherhood.
More specifically, in the song, Jung Kook sings about how much his band members, or brothers, mean to him and how they helped him begin his journey towards following a new…
Dynamite by BTS Mini Song Analysis
On day 5 of analyzing a BTS song every day until their concert in Tampa, I have decided to analyze “Dynamite” by BTS. This song was released in 2020, during the peak of the pandemic where everyone was stuck at home. With lyrics describing how they’ll light up the night with their music, BTS expresses…
Still With You by Jung Kook Analysis
“Still With You” is a beautiful song that describes one’s longing to meet again with their lost love. Whether the love is romantic or platonic can be up to the interpreter, but due to the fact that the song was released in June for Festa, BTS’ debut celebration for their fans, I feel that this…
Inner Child by V of BTS Song Analysis
With each lyric, V expresses a heartfelt letter to his younger self, cherishing the little boy inside who brought V to where he is today. V further continuously expresses his wish to comfort that young boy who worked so hard and yet had no idea what the future would hold. More specifically, V writes…
No. 2 by RM ft. Park Ji Yoon: Mini Analysis
This song is a beautiful piece. It is one where RM revisits his life journey so far and makes the realization that there is no need for him to keep trying to be the world’s idea of what strength is. Instead, he can be himself and in that choice, he is strong.
INTRO: Never Mind By BTS Song Analysis
Two years ago, I painted BTS member Suga as a part of my challenge to draw every single day until the BTS members completed their mandatory military service. Today, while awaiting their concert in Tampa, I will be revisiting the drawing and analyzing a song connected to the member. I am doing this in anticipation…
From Presidents to K-POP STARS: How I will Photograph BTS
When I was 9-years-old, I had a dream to photograph former President Barack Obama and used the hashtag #HelpMadisonMeetPOTUS. Now, ten years later, I have a new dream to photograph BTS and have decided to create the hashtag, #HelpMadisonPhotographBTS. This is how I will do it.
A 3am Deep Dive into Viktor Tsoi
While being suddenly hit with jet lag, a month later, I was scrolling through TikTok at 3am. This is where I stumbled upon a video that would transport me 30 years in the past to Soviet Russia; learning the story of a young man who yearned for change but passed too soon to see it.…
Awaiting BTS – The Story of How I Waited
Ever since December 17th, 2023, a few days after all the members left for their service, I’ve embarked on a journey that has changed me as both an artist and a person. I began to draw each member, every single day, until they returned!
BTS: My Youth
BTS to me is my youth. They are the memories of my teenage years, the experiences I always longed for, and the inspiration I always needed.
Reggae Rise Up: The Beginning
My experience at Reggae Rise Up was incomparable to anything I’ve ever done before. Previously, I have photographed red carpet events and other things; only attending concerts as a fan. Now, I can wholeheartedly say that although I value the fan experience, attending Reggae Rise Up as a photographer showed me that concert photography is…
Big Ocean Magazine Interview
About three months ago, I had the honor and pleasure of interviewing and writing an article about Big Ocean, the very first hard of hearing K-pop (Korean pop) group. It was a great honor to have been able to freeze in time the feelings and stories of the members of Big Ocean who had only…
Lollapalooza: A Festival Filled with Diversity
Lollapalooza has historically been known as an annual Chicago rock festival. Although many rock artists have graced its stage, Lollapalooza has grown to encompass so much more than the one genre. With different iterations in cities all over the world, the festival has also continuously fostered an incredibly diverse group of performers.
BTS – 낙원 (Paradise) Mini Analysis
The song “Paradise” serves as a reminder that we shouldn’t exhaust ourselves when running after dreams. It also describes that whether our dreams are to reach a goal or survive to the next day, they are valid.
Right Place Wrong Person: An In depth Album Analysis
If “Indigo,” BTS leader RM’s past album from 2022, is him defining what it means to be human, “Right Place Wrong Person,” RM’s newest album, is his raw experience of putting that definition into practice. It is this experience of RM turning off the switch of TV friendly RM and dive deep into finding who…
Photographing Mrs. Red
Sometimes, the thing you’ve been longing for shows up in an unexpected way. For me, it presented itself through my best friend inviting me to hang out with her at a bowling alley.
Remembering Prince
When I was young, my father, a sound engineer and DJ, introduced me to Prince. Especially on Saturday mornings, I remember him sitting in his studio, on his red futon, just laid back, playing his songs and sharing with me stories about Prince and his music. The two I remember enjoying were “Raspberry Beret” and…
HOW LOLLAPALOOZA CHANGED MY LIFE
That photograph and concert saved me from giving up on my craft, one I’ve loved for a long time. I discovered that part of my purpose here is to inspire others to pursue their passions, just as Perry Farrell’s festival, J-Hope’s performance, and Steven Nunez’s photograph inspired me.
Photographing Live Musicians
Being able to photograph musicians in their element is one of the highest honors for a music photographer. I absolutely love to capture the passion and love an artist has for their craft and for the message they want to convey through their work. Since this was my very first time photographing live musicians, it…
Two Healing Sons
When a person looks at what hurt or who hurt them in the past from a different perspective, it should not excuse those things or people of their wrongdoings. Instead, this new outlook can help lead others to forgive and heal from past traumas. An example of this can be found in “Those Winter Sundays”…
Cover Me by Stray Kids Analysis
Ultimately, the group’s lyrics in the song describe a lesson. A lesson that says a person shouldn’t hide their feeling of loneliness and fear. This is because the pain of hiding it can build pressure inside, leading to a loop of wanting to hide even more and becoming more hurt. The song also describes a…
ARSON by J-HOPE Analysis
Through lyrics that continuously use fire as a metaphor for his experiences and passion, the song “Arson” serves as J-Hope’s answer to the uncertainty that he has been experiencing throughout his entire album, “Jack in The Box.”
VERIVERY Concert Review
Next thing I knew, the lights dimmed and the room was filled with the sound of screams and a trap beat. Then, each member took their place on stage and started dancing, perfectly in sync with each other.
Stray Kids Concert Review
Their concert was an experience that brought me joy and left me invigorated towards life and pursuing my passions. It was a place that I could forget the worries of the world and be myself, loud and incredibly passionate about an eight member band from South Korea.
DURAN DURAN & YES Essay: Exploitation and Free Will
In life people have the free will to overcome tribulations. Sometimes though, that free will can seem limited by external forces and situations.
GOLDEN by Jungkook: Album Analysis
The album “Golden” by Jungkook is a constant loop. A loop of wanting to love and be loved until you find the right person. It describes a person’s journey through relationships in life, expressing the fact that the end isn’t just the end; it is only the beginning.
My Letters to BTS
A Birthday Letter – 02/18/2023
Happy Birthday to the amazing dancer, performer, rapper, singer, and human that is Jung Hoseok. You inspire many, support your team, and most of all you’ve shown that it’s possible to still keep standing after facing many hardships.
A Birthday Letter – 03/09/2023
As one of the first members of BTS I noticed, it feels as if I’ve known you for a long time. You were always a constant, always someone I’d look out for and notice in videos and songs. I love how old school hip hop influences your rap. You have a classic sound that I…
Think Pieces
The Right to be Human
For centuries, African Americans have faced strife and hardship. Although some may think that the African American struggle is a thing of the past, now more than ever, racism is still prominent. It is not an old ideal that has been lost to time. It is a reality that many are living out today, in…
Role Models and Society’s Rhetoric
A society which breaks away from this cycle of conforming to what the world dictates is a necessity for people to thrive. Role Models become that positive change as they can encourage people to not be bound by society’s rhetoric.
Psychology Essays
TIPS TO STUDY PROPERLY FOR AN EXAM
Study methods that embrace the way the human brain works will most likely properly prepare students for an exam. Methods that don’t, however, will only make the study process for an exam harder.
Sleep Deprivation in College Kids (and how to fix it)
Going to college is something that can be mentally taxing to many students. Course load, due dates, and studying are only the tip of the iceberg. Due to the commitments of college students being numerous, they can lose sleep over completing or contemplating late at night what is required of them.
Blog Posts from 2015-2018
Finding Joy Beyond the Headlines
I’ve always been intrigued with watching the news from I was about 7 years old. Unfortunately, there’s always something sad being reported. That all changed when I met Mr. Bobby Lewis. There was something different about him. I later realized we had something in common: our faith. The first time I met Mr. Bobby I…
SoBel Kids Fashion Week: Meeting Ellis Wyms
Last night I attended VIP night for Sobel Kids Fashion Week at the Museum of Fine Arts in St. Petersburg, Florida. I totally enjoyed myself. When I first walked in, everyone was so dressed up and so happy to be there. The first person to greet me was Mrs. Mayra Gomez of Gomez Innovations. She is the Co-Producer…
Mother & Daughter Vision Board Party
On Saturday, May 13th I am hosting a Mother & Daughter Vision Board Party! I am very excited about it because it will give little girls the opportunity to sit down with their mommy’s to dream, plan and set goals for the future. Our mother and daughter discussion will spark conversation that will encourage growth, inspire change…
Following my Dreams as a Kidpreneur.
As a kid, sometimes the only career options that you think you have are becoming a teacher, a fire fighter, a ballerina and so on. In reality, most people get stuck in an office filing papers because they don’t think that their dreams are possible. But not in my case! I learned really early, like 7 years old…
Live Oak Theatre – The Wizard of Oz
This past weekend I performed in The Wizard of Oz, my very first stage play with The Live Oak Theatre. We had three shows. Next weekend we have four shows. My four characters were: Munchkin #2, City Father #2, Woman and Manicurist. Even though I only had three small lines, I was so happy to…
Lauren Davenport: Maestro.
Earlier this week I had lunch with a really cool girl boss, Mrs. Lauren Davenport, the CEO and founder of The Symphony Agency in St. Petersburg, Florida. She started her company in college and in less than five years, turned it into one of the fastest-growing marketing and technology agencies in the country. The Symphony Agency is a…
Friendship. Fun. Photos.
“I don’t remember how we happened to meet each other. I don’t remember who got along with whom first. All I can remember is all of us together…always.” – Unknown Friendship is a gift. Some of my most memorable moments were spent with my closest friends. I couldn’t even imagine not having friends to share my…
Jahquan: A Star in the Making
Why wait until you graduate from high school or college to pursue your dreams? Why not start right now? As a ten year old photographer, writer and entrepreneur I love to see other children following their dreams. Jahquan is a real life example of children pursuing their passions! She’s been modeling and competing in pageants…
Little Girl. Big Dreams.
I met 3 year old Vianey “Lilly” Salazar back in December. She won the photo contest Kid Fash Magazine did in order to select 6 models to be photographed by me for my very first fashion editorial debuting in Issue 5! [CLICK HERE TO ORDER] Lilly was so much fun to work with that I…
2016 Year In Review
This past year has been INCREDIBLE! I turned 10 years old this year and I have truly accomplished a lot! It was so hard to choose 12 images to represent each month of the year, so I decided to choose 25 of my favorite moments and a few of the amazing people I met. Starting from…
Interview with Laya DeLeon Hayes: Voice of DocMcStuffins
During my trip to Los Angeles I had the pleasure to meet 12 year old actress, Laya DeLeon Hayes, the voice of Disney’s Doc McStuffins. It was really amazing to hang out with her! She was so kind and sweet and I know why, because she has really nice parents that taught her to be humble; and as…
My Dream Come True: Photographing POTUS
Two years ago, after I started my photography business, my mother asked me, “If you could photograph anyone in the world, who would it be?” I thought for a moment and said, “The President of the United States”. My mother always taught me to DREAM BIG and AIM HIGH, but I don’t think she was…
A Princess for a Day!
Every year I have been blessed to have the best birthday parties. My third birthday party was a princess party and out of all of them, it was my favorite ever! I believe that every little girl deserves to feel like a princess and instead of having a birthday party this year, I decided to…
Amazing Arabella: #1 Global Teen Blogger
Social Media is AMAZING! We can be connected with so many people, anywhere in the world. I met Amazing Arabella via Twitter! She lives in London; I live in the United States and we are friends, thanks to the internet! We are hoping to meet next year…so stay tuned for that yumminess! I was so…
Red Carpet: BOO! A Madea Halloween
When my mom told me that the producers from the Steve Harvey show called and asked that I be their Special Correspondent on the red carpet for Tyler Perry’s movie, BOO! A Madea Halloween, I was so very excited! I couldn’t believe that Mr. Harvey called me back so quickly after working with him for the first…
Gabrielle Goodwin: 9 Year Old CEO
Last month I made a new friend at the Allstate Tom Joyner Family Reunion. Nine year old Gabrielle Goodwin was there as a vendor, selling her product, Gabby Bows. Gabby Bows are barrettes that won’t disappear! Invented with her mother when Gabby was 7 years old, “together they found a solution to an age old problem”, says Gabby.…
Red Carpet Watch Party
Just a few days after the season premiere of the Steve Harvey Show aired, we had a red carpet watch party to celebrate and to share my big moment with close family and friends! Over sixty people came out to show their love and the majority of the people were red carpet ready! It was…
The Steve Harvey Show
I cannot even begin to tell you just how excited I am to have shared the same stage with the amazing, Mr. Steve Harvey. If you have HULU, you can watch my segment there! If you’d like to hear more about my Steve Harvey experience, and see photos from my trip to Chicago, please SUBSCRIBE to receive, Madison’s Motivational…
Official NFL Alumni Photographer: That’s me!
I was so excited when I heard that my friend, Michael Clayton, Former NFL Star and current host of WTSP Great Day Tampa Bay, (formerly Studio 10 Live) recommended me to be the official photographer for the NFL! The first event that I attended was to benefit the Shriners Children’s Hospital. I was so happy to be…
60th Birthday Celebration
Last Sunday, I had the pleasure of photographing a 60th Birthday Celebration for a really cool family. It was a lot of fun capturing not only memories for someone who was very special to them, but the details of the party so carefully planned and decorated by Mrs. Christal Giardina of CKG & Associates in Tampa, Florida. I…
Madison’s Back to School Tips
Today is my first day of school. I am so excited to start fourth grade! I had an exciting summer and now I am ready to see my friends again, learn new things and prepare myself for middle school! Wow! Middle School? Seriously? It’s always good to set goals at the beginning of the year. One of my…
Zoo Photo Safari
On Monday, July 25th Photos With Madison hosted a Zoo Photo Safari at Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo for 26 people, 15 of which were children! The purpose of the Photo Safari was to #explore the zoo, #learn #photography #tips and #tricks from #nineyearoldphotographer, Madison Harrison, and # lastly, #execute what they’ve learned with their own…
Two Times a Charm: Girls & Dresses
Since the first ‘dress drive’ and ‘photo shoot’ was successful in March, Madison decided to do it again! The plan was to collect gently used dresses from the community, deliver them to the foster home and take photos of the girls in their dresses. When the owners of Persnickety Clothing Company realized that an 8 year old…
End 68 Hours of Hunger: Food for Photos
On September 19th, 2015 we saw an 8 year old’s dream of “packing the pantry” for End 68 Hours of Hunger Tampa come true! When Madison found out about this organization, her first question was, “Mommy, what can we do to help?” I threw the ball back in her court and responded by saying, “You tell me…
Lights, Camera, Girls & Dresses!
Madison enjoys making a difference and giving back to the community! In March of 2015, Madison hosted a dress drive, collecting gently used dresses from the community and hosting a photoshoot at a local studio for twenty girls who live in a child caring facility. These beautiful little angels live there as a result of…
Bonjour!
Bonjour! Je m’appelle Madison! Today is September 15th, 2015. This is my new website! I’m a nine year old photographer, entrepreneur and philanthropist! My DREAM is to photograph The President of the United States. #HelpMadisonMeetPOTUS . I hope you enjoy this blog as I document my photography adventures and focus on making my dreams come…
Photos With Madison 