We asked some of the most creative folks we know to open up to us about why they chose a creative career path. Check out their responses below.

Maxine LaQueene | Drag Queen

Well I’ve actually been a drag entertainer for 9 years! I first started dabbling in the art form in 2013, when I was a Junior in high school. There really wasn’t a specific reason as to why I decided to pursue drag honestly. I was watching RuPaul’s Drag Race with a friend, and told myself “Hey I could do that!” and just kind of dove right into the deep end. Read more>>

Cierra Moye | Curly & Vivid Hair Specialist

Creativity has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I recall being in elementary school and having school projects, and my mom would always help me go above and beyond to have the most creative work. It was only natural for me to gravitate towards a career that allowed me to express my individuality and creativity. Read more>>

Kameron Walker | Contemporary Artist

I always knew I was an artist from the moment I would pick up a crayon and draw on the walls as a little kid. it was something that was just in me and as I gotten older, I would enjoy spending my time isolating myself from the world drawing or painting anything id seen somewhere that inspired me. Read more>>

Rachael Hedgcoth | Freelance Writer

I have known all my life that I am NOT good with numbers. AT ALL. My brain doesn’t seem to have that analytical part to it. Ha! But I DO love words. I have ALWAYS loved words … reading, writing, all of it. From a very young age, I was interested in writing. So much so that when I was in 4th grade, Read more>>

Tyler Garrett | Interior Designer

From childhood I’ve always been that weird art kid that loved spending my time sketching in my notepads or rearranging my bedroom and redecorating. It’s something that I’ve always been naturally drawn to and always had so much joy while doing it! Read more>>