Support Joseph Llanes' Fight Against MS

Let’s Help Joseph Keep Creating and Inspiring

If you’re familiar with Joseph Llanes’ work, you know his photography and directing go beyond just capturing moments—it tells stories, inspires confidence, and builds community. From iconic portraits of musicians and artists to his work partnering with MusiCares and mentoring through his art internship program, Art Mafiah, Joseph has spent decades pouring his heart into his craft and helping the next generation of creatives thrive. His work has been published in Rolling Stone, Billboard, Forbes, Entertainment Weekly, and New York magazine, to name a few.

Now, it’s our turn to uplift him.

Joseph has recently been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and brain cysts—serious health challenges that require immediate attention. The funds we raise will go directly toward his medical care, including appointments, scans, and potential surgery—crucial steps to ensure Joseph stays healthy and keeps creating.

But it’s not just his art that’s at stake—it’s his ability to continue mentoring and guiding the creative community he’s helped passionately build. Through Art Mafiah, Joseph has supported countless artists, sharing his knowledge and passion to help others find their voice and sharpen their niche. By supporting him now, we’re also ensuring his mentorship program continues to inspire and empower creatives for years to come.

For so many of us, Joseph is more than a photographer. He’s a storyteller, a mentor, a trusted friend, and a force for good in the creative scene—not just in Nashville, but globally. His passion for helping others and building community has left an impact that words can’t fully capture here.

By coming together for him now, we can help Joseph get the care he needs so he can continue to create and inspire.

Here’s how you can help:

Donate: Every bit helps Joseph on this new journey of healing and navigating life with MS.

Share: Spread the word so others can join in supporting him.

Every donation, big or small, helps Joseph take another step toward recovery. Let’s rally around him, just as he’s done for so many of us through his art and mentorship. Thank you for helping Joseph keep making the world a more beautiful and inspiring place—one photo, one story, and one artist at a time.