Deciding to pursue an artistic or creative career path isn’t for the faint of heart. Challenges will abound, but so many of the artists we speak with couldn’t be happier with their choice. So, we asked them about how they made the decision in the first place.

Haley DiBassie | Registered Nurse & Polymer Clay Artist

In grade school, while my peers were involved in sports and other club activities, I preferred to lose myself in “arts and crafts.” Then in middle school and high school, I used writing and playing instruments as ways to be creative. In college, while I was studying to be a nurse, I turned to art more seriously and used it as a way to decompress and even meditate, a practice that’s stayed with me throughout the years (and mediums!). Finally, like many people during the pandemic, I got laid off from my primary job at a clinic. Read more>>

Tiara | R&B Artist

The reason I chose to pursue my music career was solely to fulfill my passion & inspire others while doing so. Music has always been a huge part of my life & expressing myself through my talents was a form of therapy along with joy. Read more>>

Madelyn Foutz | University of Houston Graduate Painting student

When I was in 6th grade, we had an assignment that involved drawing a portrait. I wanted to do well but things were not working out because I honestly had no idea where to even start drawing a persons face. My dad, who has a degree in graphic design and draws himself, taught me how to draw a portrait. Following his instructions slowly a face emerged from the paper. There was this electric feel that rushed over me and I thought “wow, I did this…? I wanna do it again, Read more>>

LaShanna Moore | Holistic Practitioner & Filmmaker

I am blessed to have a background in performing arts. I have directed, mounted and produced shows in addition to the performance factor. When I entered the health and wellness space I was able to use both sides of my brain to help impact my health community. The art of listening and having empathy will go a very long way with people. After 13 years of combining schooling and skill I wanted to go a step further. Read more>>