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.

Rock Williams | Filmmaker & Music Photographer

A childhood with a several abusive step-fathers and being poor led me to a creative career or perhaps a better term would be an imaginative career. My imagination was the mechanism for escape…and for finding hope. I would spend hours in complex play with my Star Wars toys, many times by candle light, as our electricity was periodically cut-off. Read more>>

Diego Emanuel Loya | Artist

I’ve always been drawn to art and creativity. Every time there was a creative path available I would take it even when it meant more work. When choosing a career path it wasn’t always black and white, but I knew I wanted it to do something in the art field. I started with a Graphic Design and Photography associates degree, and wanted to continue with a bachelors concentrated in graphic design. Read more>>

Alexandra De León | Photographer

Pursuing an artist career is not an easy thing to do but it is something I fall even more in love with every day. I have always had this creative bug in me since the moment my mom gifted me a camcorder. I used this gift as a camera and from then on I knew I wanted to be able to capture stories through a lens. The ability to pick up my camera and create something that not only means something to me but has the ability to connect to others drives me to pursue an artistic career. Read more>>

Jacobie Woods | Tattoo Artist and Illustrator

Art has always been a part of my life. Whether it was drawing, music or building something, art was always a source of calmness and even happiness for me. I couldn’t see myself doing anything else. I think having that thought has kept me on the path to be creative in all things, especially my career. Read more>>

Kylin Nelson | Videographer & Video Editor

Choosing a creative career, for me, stems from a deep passion for seeing the world in new and unique ways. This passion led me to pursue a career in filmmaking. Through the creative process of filmmaking, I’m able to find innovative solutions to problems, whether it’s finding the perfect shot or conveying a message in a visually compelling way. Read more>>

Terrique Handy | Music Artist & Step Coach/Choreographer

I pursued an artistic or creative career as an outlet for self-expression and to make money doing what I love. They say if you can make a career out of doing what you love it will never feel like work and honestly, it’s the truth. Anytime I’m working on a song or recording in the studio I always feel like I can stay in that creative space forever. Creating music and writing lyrics really gives me a spike in my confidence to be who I am, untamed and unapologetic. Read more>>

Giselle Hernandez | Hair Artist

Growing up people always asked me what I wanted to do for a career. the first thought that came to me was being a doctor. But I wasn’t sure about it. I feel like everyone goes directly into the medical field because it’s the perfect career for everyone. well, I wanted to wait and see what I was passionate about. being in my teens I really loved the beauty/cosmetic world. Read more>>