Exploring Life & Business with Ty & Ericka of Photo Jam Atl & 3Cord Agency

Today we’d like to introduce you to Ty & Ericka.

Ty & Ericka , we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?
Ty and Ericka didn’t start with a brand.
They started with a $300 camera, no plan, no system, no strategy just a promise.

A promise to turn their pain into purpose.
Their obstacles into legacy.

After moving to Atlanta with no roadmap, creativity became their lifeline. What began as survival turned into vision. That $300 camera opened doors they never imagined pop-up power shoots, brand experiences, and eventually Photo Jam ATL a space where creators could be seen, valued, and positioned with excellence.

As their passion grew, so did their impact. They fused creativity with marketing and branding, transforming struggle into art and vision into systems. What started small scaled into working with some of Atlanta’s top achievers.

Out of that journey, 3CORD Agency was born not just as a business, but as a testament to what’s possible when faith, creativity, and purpose align.

And if you’re ready to walk fully in your purpose to be seen for your calling, to get booked for your gift, and to get paid for the impact you were created to make then you’re in the right place.

Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
No. It has been anything but a smooth road.

We’ve experienced uncertainty, financial setbacks, and moments where we questioned if we were on the right path. We moved to Atlanta without a blueprint, built our business from the ground up with limited resources, and often had to create opportunities instead of waiting for them. There were seasons of investing in our vision before it paid us, learning through trial and error, and balancing marriage while building a business together.

But every challenge became part of our foundation. The obstacles taught us resilience, sharpened our creativity, strengthened our faith, and forced us to build systems instead of relying on luck. Looking back, those struggles weren’t detours—they were the preparation for everything we’re building today.

As you know, we’re big fans of Photo Jam Atl & 3Cord Agency . For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about the brand?
3CORD Agency is a creative marketing agency that helps entrepreneurs, brands, and visionaries turn attention into impact. We specialize in branding, content creation, photography, videography, and marketing strategy, building systems that don’t just make businesses look good—they help them grow.

We’re also the creators of Photo Jam ATL, one of Atlanta’s premier networking experiences for photographers, videographers, models, creatives, and entrepreneurs. It’s more than a photo event—it’s a community built to create opportunities, meaningful connections, and lasting collaborations.

What sets us apart is that we don’t simply create content—we build ecosystems. Every photo, video, campaign, and strategy is designed with purpose. We combine creativity with business strategy so our clients don’t just gain followers; they build recognizable brands that attract opportunities and generate revenue.

We’re most proud that our business was built from faith, consistency, and service—not shortcuts. We started with a single $300 camera and a vision, and today we’ve had the privilege of working with some of Atlanta’s top entrepreneurs while creating platforms that help others be seen, connected, and positioned for success.

At our core, we believe everyone has a purpose worth sharing. Our mission is to help people be seen for their calling, booked for their gifts, and paid for the value they bring to the world. That’s the heart behind everything we create.

We’d love to hear about how you think about risk taking?
We’ve learned that faith and risk often go hand in hand. Some of the biggest moments in our journey came from decisions that didn’t make sense on paper but aligned with the vision God placed in our hearts.

One of our biggest risks was moving to Atlanta without a guaranteed client base or a detailed plan. We left behind familiarity to pursue purpose, believing that if we positioned ourselves in the right environment, opportunities would follow. Another major risk was investing in ourselves and our business long before we saw consistent returns. Every camera upgrade, event, marketing campaign, and business venture required us to bet on a future we couldn’t yet see.

We don’t see risk as being reckless. For us, it’s about being willing to move when purpose calls, even when the outcome isn’t guaranteed. We believe the greatest risk is staying comfortable and never discovering what you’re capable of.

Our philosophy is simple: take calculated risks, prepare relentlessly, trust God completely, and be willing to outwork your fears. Every chapter of our story exists because we chose faith over comfort.

Contact Info:

• Website: 3cordagency.com Photojamatl.com
• Instagram: @photojamatl @3cordagency