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

Hi Dylan, what is the most important factor behind your success?
My support system. Family and Friends, that have not only believed in me but helped me push myself farther than I ever imagined I would go. They lift me when I’m in a negative headspace, celebrate me for who I am, and continue to inspire me more every day. I am everything that I am because of the people that support me.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
The canvas is me, there is no set medium, and my soul is the creator.

My mom always says, “You can do anything you set your mind to.” and I live by that. I CAN do anything I put my mind to because 9/10 times the only limits I have are the ones I place upon myself. If I don’t know something I will teach myself or find a mentor to lead me.

My openness to learn new things and develop new skills has gotten me where I am today along with the amazing support system behind me. It hasn’t been easy, to say the least, but with people to lean on when I’m struggling has taken me so much further than trying to do it alone.

My brand is not only me but what I show to the world. I strive every day to encourage others to be their authentic self, to flourish in what brings me joy, and to show compassion as much as possible. Do what brings you joy and everything else will follow.

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.
OKC Best Places to Visit:

Brunch: Kitchen 324, Cheever’s Cafe and The Harvey Bakery and Kitchen

Lunch: The Press, JK by Chef King, Spark

Dinner: Vast, Nonesuch, La Brasa

Nightlife: The Boom, Angles, 15 Night Club, Zuma.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
I want to dedicate my Shoutout to my Mom and Dad, for encouraging me daily to be myself.

To Jaiden and Jesse for being my sisters, showing me my self-confidence, and helping to build my self-image.

And to King and V, for help with shooting these photos and the unconditional support they’ve both shown me.

Instagram: https://instagram.com/the.dylanjames

Twitter: @jdylanrice

Other: TikTok: thedylanjames

Image Credits
JaCar King
V Phillips
Ontario Byrd

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