“Ignite the Fire. Light the Spark.”
David Quintanilla David Quintanilla

“Ignite the Fire. Light the Spark.”

These words, sent by Obi-Wan Kenobi to any remaining members of the Jedi, have resonated throughout Star Wars. In addition to providing a practical warning to anyone seeking help from the Jedi Temple on Coruscant, they also (in my opinion) form the thesis statement for any Star Wars story. George Lucas famously built his Star Wars vision around Joseph Cambell’s seminal work, The Hero’s Journey. The initial step in that journey is the Call to Adventure. But in order for that call to be issued, in order for a hero to answer that call, the world as he knows it must be challenged. It is only from that state that a hero can truly emerge. And thus, Obi-Wan’s words are a reminder that, no matter how much the darkness may threaten to envelop, a light will shine through.

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Captured Moments: Featured Photo Roundup #5
David Quintanilla David Quintanilla

Captured Moments: Featured Photo Roundup #5

How do you engage with art? It’s something I have been dwelling on, as I have been preparing my photos and videos for the next week. In today’s society, it’s common to see a piece of content, hit the heart, and then move on. After all, “content” is inherently disposable. However, there is something about an artistic endeavor that sticks with you…

Honestly there is truly nothing like it.

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Captured Moments: Featured Photo Roundup #1
David Quintanilla David Quintanilla

Captured Moments: Featured Photo Roundup #1

Welcome to Captured Moments, our weekly roundup of photos available here at Q’s Pics! Let’s take at a selection of photos from my gallery. Each photo listed below is available for purchase on our shop. And for a daily dose of whimsy and magic, visit my Instagram page, Q’s Trips!

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