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Currently Hakemo’s photography is limited to his iPhone, which does not shoot in a high enough resolution to support the quality of his work. Although he would love to produce original content at some point, purchasing a camera is just a dream he “clings to” for the moment. In the meantime, Hakemo takes full advantage of free stock images, which offer high resolution and quality captures. “It’s a dream for an editing geek,” Hakemo gushed, “You can just choose what you like and go with it.” Despite the hardships of his younger years and the health complications that sparked his journey as a digital artist, Hakemo endured and made the most of otherwise negative circumstance. “I have developed a lot since my health problems; it’s shaped me into who I am today.” he said. He currently lives in Gothenburg, Sweden, with his girlfriend and two dogs, working by day as a consultant for Volvo Cars. For now, Hakemo is grateful for the outlet his artwork offers and the attention his edits receive. “I create a lot more nowadays compared to when I got sick, almost like an ever flowing stream. It’s been a really good year.” 160 inspadesmag.com