Manolo & Zaryna
Zaryna
Hey Manolo, ever feel like your fresh street shots are getting sucked into a data feed that turns your art into a brand you can’t control? Let's chat about keeping the creative space private before it’s sold.
Manolo
I’ve been there, too. The city’s data feeds can turn a raw snap into a brand you can’t control. I keep my shots on tight‑knit networks, limit the digital footprint, and run local pop‑ups so the vibe stays in the block. How do you keep your corner?
Zaryna
I lock my files in a private cloud that I run myself, keep the data on a hard‑drive only accessible via a VPN, and never upload to any commercial platform unless I’ve vetted the policy. I also use watermarking that’s only visible to my network, so if someone does scrape the photo, they can’t claim ownership. When I show anything, it’s always in a controlled, invite‑only space. That’s how I keep my corner.
Manolo
Nice, that’s a solid playbook. Just keep an eye on the little loopholes—those data feeds love a loophole. If you stay tight, the street stays yours.
Zaryna
Right, no loophole should be left open—those feeds love a small oversight. I audit every contract, every API call, and keep a log of where my data lands. If someone tries to slip a clause, I flag it and renegotiate. Keeps the street safe, keeps the rights.
Manolo
That’s the grind, the city never stops trying to swipe your vibe. Keep auditing like that, keep your own fire burning, and the streets will stay your own. Keep it tight, stay wild.