Meet Zach Wade | Artist

We had the good fortune of connecting with Zach Wade and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Zach, why did you pursue a creative career?
There was no other option for me, I’ve known since I was little that all I wanted to do with my life was make art. This desire I haven’t been able to shake, I love to create and I know I’m supposed to do it.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
My art is authentically me, it’s never been about trying to be anything other than just me. In many areas of life I struggle with wanting to be something or come across a certain way but when it comes to my art I always create what’s in my heart to make. Art isn’t a strategic thing for me, It’s not a tool, it’s not a platform, I didn’t get into it for any personal earthly gain. I hope to keep that purity always, art from that pure place is always the best type of work. It’s a struggle to be a professional artist and there’s always more to learn and grow in but I make because it’s the best thing I can offer this world. I want to teach and inspire kids one day through art, through empowering young people to create.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
I would start in the morning with coffee, go to Davis St. or Wayward Coffee in Bishop. to me Bishop arts/ Oakcliff is the best part of Dallas. after coffee I’d take them to the Dallas Museum of Art in downtown, we have a beautiful art museum that’s so incredible and free. Next we’d go to the historic Texas Theater on Jefferson, get a drink and watch a classic film. Then finish the evening getting more drinks in bishop arts and maybe a late night meal at The Last Stand off of Davis.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
I want to dedicate my shoutout to my sister Carolyn, the first person who taught me how to hone my creativity. When I was around nine she taught me how to improve my drawing, how to draw more realistically. Those little moments of intentionality do so much to inspire young creatives. I’m very thankful for my sister.

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