We asked some of the city’s leading artists and creatives to tell us about how they decided to pursue an artistic or creative career. We’ve shared some highlights below.

Trevor Goldie Russ

I’ve always been a creative guy and I’m naturally good with hands-on activities, so overtime I explored different avenues of work that would allow me to expand upon those talents… That led me to barbering and the rest is history. Read More>> 

Days

I’ve been singing since I could remember and writing songs since Kindergarten. When I was little, I was always told to be more “realistic” and that I would never be able to be an artist. For a long time, I had given up on my dream and it wasn’t until I met my now Husband who sparked that creativity in me again to begin to pursue music on a serious level. For the longest, I thought I wasn’t creative enough, but I’ve learned that my gifts just weren’t nurtured. Since releasing Christian music, people have reached out to me saying that my music helps them, and that’s confirmation that this is where I’m supposed to be. Read More>> 

Jae Mendez

I’m Jae! My Career started off as a coping mechanism and something to get my mind at calm waters in such a devastating time of my life. Before that, I remember growing up enjoying the fun of painting nails but I never thought I would be making myself a Nail Artist. At 15 I slowly started buying the necessary supplies to start off and found myself investing in more supply. I moved from Chicago to Houston and by the age of 16 I was picking up clients slowly but steady, now at the age of 18 a Licensed Cosmetologist, so far I have built a luxurious clientele that values me and allows me to live comfortably knowing I have found my purpose and being able to be a vessel to others, I feel fulfilled by making ladies feel confident and happy with their look. Read More>> 

Donovan And Rebecca

We both grew up in Europe, and were influenced by entertainment at a very young age. Rebecca’s father was from London, and became an antiques dealer with a flair for the theatrical. He always encouraged his 2 daughters to explore their creative side, going so far as to create a ballet school inside their home. Read More>>