We had the good fortune of connecting with Andre’ Hubbard and we’ve shared our conversation below.
Hi Andre’, is there a quote or affirmation that’s meaningful to you?
When it comes to taking risks with things we are thinking about doing “You can grow into those positions & meet those expectations & we are only limiting ourselves when we don’t take those risks and chances and have the courage to JUST TRY.” – Natasha Rothwell (HBO’s Insecure)
Being young this quote is assuring my self doubts & sabotage so I can be as great that I know I can be if I analyze/rationalize less. Assuring that by trying, everything will fall in place how it’s supposed to. Assuring that whatever decision I make what will happen will go based off that decision I make & being confident and proud of that decision. To remember that Next time I go on a audition / getting ready to rehearse a dsnfe choreo or take photos I only limit myself when I waste time thinking if it’s the perfect start when I should just start, just do it and however the card unfolds that will be my losing / winning deck. No matter what the results are It’s all about growing through trying not failing before you even start.
– Andre’ Hubbard
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.
I think my attitude towards my crafts is one of my biggest assets. When I’m honing in on my own crafts through taking things out of my life through everyday experiences & book marked memories it seperates me from other artist.
I’m most excited for people to see more from my mind & the world through my different lenses. Rather if that’s for inspiration or to just feel human.
I got to where I am today through being myself, studying what I love, applying what I learned and trying my best.
No, it was not easy but by trying my best & through that I’m overcoming all challenges because people and opportunities soon gravitate and align as long you continue trying your best.
I want people to know that by being yourself & knowing whay you want. You will have it in due time. A delay is never a denial &
If you don’t want to fail, just try.
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.
Flamingo- A-Go-Go & get jerk chicken tacos & French Fries.
Museums
Hi Ho lounge “Set De Flo”
Get daquri from daquiriparadise or New Orleans original Daquiri shop
Chinese Kitchen on Carrolton street, New Orleans
West Bank Skatecountry skating rink
Snowball from stop jockin in New Orleans or bucks snow wiz on the westbank of New Orleans
Karaoke
Rock n Roll Sushi & get deep fried crawfish rolls
Cafe Du Monde & get beignets
Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I’ll like to shoutout my mom & for supporting me on my journey as an artist. I️’ll also like to give a shoutout to Christopher Horne & Ms. Tosha Mills for believing in me. Along with all the creatives in New Orleans for continuing to achieve their goals.
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Image Credits
Trenity Thomas, Christopher Horne,Davontae, Alina, Taylor Simone, & Lou Dollaz