We asked insiders and experts from various industries to tell us something they think outsiders are unaware of and we’ve shared a few of those responses below.

Michal Romero | Visual Artist, Art Educator

I am a visual artist and the services I provide are very specific to my craft because of how I was trained and how I’ve found a place for myself within the world. Where I fit in in this market is something that I have found very difficult to explain because many people don’t understand that visual artists neither all do the same thing nor offer the same services. Read more>>

Arien Taylor | Hairstylist

The beauty industry is ever changing. I think when most people think about what it is to be hairstylist, they assume we get to play with hair and make people pretty, and while this is true, it’s also learning how to pivot with the world, immerging trends and staying current in continued education so that we can accommodate vastly different types of guests. Read more>>

Trerrell ‘TJ’ Johnson | Entrepreneur & Bakery Artist

I would say the sacrifices made to make all the magic happen. Considering we live in a society that has almost everything instantly available on command, it’s definitely not the case with the food/bakery industry. Majority of my clients have inquired for custom items with very, very limited time for me to prepare. Read more>>