We were fortunate to catch up with some brilliant artists, creatives and entrepreneurs from throughout the Houston area and they share the wisdom with us below.

Charlotte Colclough

Jeremiah 29:11 (KJV) – “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.” Read More>>

Paige Maly

I’ve always had a soft spot for dogs. Growing up, I lived near a road known for being a dumping site for abandoned dogs. Our home, just a few miles away, always had dogs, and somehow, the strays seemed to know it was a safe place to go. Anytime I found an abandoned dog, I’d bring it home. Read More>>

Emma Edwards

Gemini Plant Co. was conceived out of sheer necessity- the amount of plants that I had was more than I was able to take care of! I was already staging my plants and propagations around my home in vintage containers like Tupperware or colored glass, so the idea to style the pants had already taken hold for me. Read More>>

Osenti Ash

I feel its up to the writer him/herself. Implying that if you only wanted to buy a car & house then you succeeded. But my dreams are further than that. I’ll strive and get to it eventually. Read More>>

Mario Padilla

I was raised in a family business; my father owned an auto body shop, and my sister, mother, and I all had our share of responsibilities there. As a parent, I’ve encouraged my oldest daughter, who is now nearly 22, to pursue a career in tattooing after she graduated high school. Read More>>

Lori Sibit

My content is all about creating a soft life for women—one where we prioritize joy, ease, and self-care without guilt. Too often, we’re told to push through, hustle harder, and put ourselves last, but I’m here to remind women that rest is revolutionary, self-care is necessary, and luxury—whatever that looks like for you—is deserved. Whether I’m sharing beauty, fashion, or lifestyle finds, my goal is to help women see that they don’t have to wait for a special occasion to treat themselves well.  Read More>>

Kendra Frank

I want my legacy to be one of empowerment and inclusion—one that transforms moments of challenge into opportunities for connection. I founded Elliott’s Voice after a deeply personal experience at the zoo when my son, Elliott, couldn’t communicate because his iPad was dead. Read More>>

Rawle Harding

One of the biggest habits that helped me succeed is consistency—showing up every day, putting in the work, and staying committed even when results weren’t immediate. Success isn’t always about talent alone; it’s about persistence. Read More>>

Nora Maria Garcia

I’ve always felt driven to be more, to do more. One of the biggest things I appreciate about myself is my commitment to bettering myself in all manners. Even if it’s simple like drinking more water, meal prepping and eating it everyday that week. Read More>>

J Saenz

There are several things in life that make me happy. Those things consist primarily of making music, working on creative things (videography, photography, etc), spending quality time with friends and family, going to the movies, fishing, and connecting with other human beings. Read More>>

Kendrick Parker

One thing that many people don’t understand about how sauce is how long it maintains freshness. Namely vinegar based hot sauces. Vinegar based hot sauce that hasn’t been open can last for years beyond “best buy” date. Read More>>

Sherri Petterez-Marriott

Most people outside the industry assume that my work is done entirely in a studio and at a desk. However, as a professional calligrapher and live artist specializing in event personalization, I am also traveling and performing this beautiful art form on-site at events and at luxury retailers throughout the Dallas Fort Worth metroplex. Read More>>

Alejandra Garay

Photography has taught me the importance of documenting ever every moment in life. It does not need to be a special occasion to take photos. Photos are memories that we all cherish forever. Read More>>

Deborah Martinez

It certainly has not been smooth road! If it would have been smooth, I would have been worried. Marketing, branding, and social media have been some of the best tools but also the ones that have created most of the struggles. Read More>>

She Go Hard Tequilla

Growing up in the small town of Clinton, Louisiana, just a stone’s throw from Baton Rouge, I was immersed in the rich tapestry of Southern culture from an early age. My childhood was steeped in the sounds of blues music, a passion that my parents instilled in me. Read More>>

Luke Asper

In the early stages of my career, balance wasn’t really part of the equation. As a Cinematographer and Entrepreneur, I was fully immersed—constantly chasing opportunities, learning on set, and building something from the ground up. Read More>>