Get to know the minds behind the movement.
Name:
Nick Smucker
Where are you from?
New Holland, Pennsylvania
Tell us a little about your professional background.
I graduated High School in May of 2024 and I decided to forgo college and start my own photography business directly out of High School. While I do plenty of freelance and local work still, I have found myself in the role of Lead Photographer for the fastest growing basketball organization in the world “The Next Chapter”. I am also the personal photographer for former NBA player Lance Stephenson.
What is your passion?
My passions are most definitely faith and art. I believe the two can be intertwined and used in a very powerful way, and that is my goal with my work.
What morals and values do you live your life by?
I live by respect, accountability, discipline, and dedication. I believe these values guide how I treat others, pursue my goals, and stay true to who I am.
What is a quote that speaks to you?
“People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” – Maya Angelou. This quote is very powerful in my opinion because in every aspect of life this is true whether it is relationships, business, etc.
When you leave a room, what do you want people to say about you?
That I was respectful, well natured and that they believe in me and my vision.
What’s a belief you once held strongly that you’ve since changed your mind about — and what changed it?
I used to believe success only came from working nonstop. Eventually I learned that rest, balance, and relationships are just as important. Now I believe discipline also means knowing when to pause.
What do you love the most about Lancaster?
I love the community of Lancaster, how everyone helps everyone. I also believe it is a solid, relaxed environment to grow.
What does a perfect day in Lancaster County look like to you?
A perfect day in Lancaster to me would truthfully be a day full of activity. Starting off the day with a walk around town with a family member or friend. Then going to my local sports field to play a variety of games with all of my friends. I love taking photos of everyone during days like this so that would be thrown in there. Taking a sunset hike at the end of the day and then if there is still time i’d love to get a little bowling session in.
What does the phrase “Next Generation of Lancaster” mean to you?
The phrase “Next Generation of Lancaster” to me, holds a lot of weight. I feel as if I hold a lot of responsibility to set a good example and help build up this next generation. I want us to continue to keep Lancaster great and I would be honored to play a large role in doing so.
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This blog post was a Q&A, questions crafted by Jordyn Ney, answers provided by Nick Smucker.