We had the good fortune of connecting with Benjamin Medina and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Benjamin, where are your from? We’d love to hear about how your background has played a role in who you are today?
I’m from Von Ormy, Texas -a very small town with very limited resources. Coming from a humble upbringing, I only had the skill of resourcefulness to rely on. This only bred innovation in my process and design. In my opinion this is the key to longevity for artists looking to last. Make sure to be as resourceful as possible, think practical and try to never exhaust your imagination. Stay grounded no matter how good or bad the circumstances are.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
The fashion and art I create is for artists. The art I create will for ever be bold and sometimes too forward for the normal eyes of society- A benchmark of my artistic growth. What sets me apart from others perusing what I am is not where I’m standing, but how far Ive come.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I’d like to dedicate my shoutout to my family. They are the reason I dream big and chase the future I need. Happiness to me is knowing my family will be secure by me and the grace of god.

Website: AlivebyBenjamin.com

Instagram: @alivebybenjamin – @medinabentattoos

Image Credits
Models @kennedygivens @deenajonesneckroll @gothess.jasmine @sydnicol @pr0ph.et @alexanderlongoriaa @d102d137 Photography @whoisthemuse @wne2uu @derandl3 MUA @brandonnbutt HAIR – @brycenlacedit

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