We were fortunate to catch up with some brilliant artists, creatives and entrepreneurs from throughout the Houston area and they share the wisdom with us below.

Chris Love

The most important thing I’ve done, I believe, is homeschooling them. The world is a scary place. They’re going to grow up and learn all about it eventually. I’m just focused on keeping them healthy and happy while they’re kids, so they can enjoy being kids. They’re not sheltered by any means. They get out and have friends, extra curricular and social events in which they are involved. We go on vacations when we want, we get school done on our own time and pace. Read More>>

Cayleigh Ely

I sometimes wonder if clients truly understand how much we love the and what we do for them. It’s not just a paycheck. It’s such an incredible honor that we are trusted to document some of the happiest and biggest moments of their lives. I see all my clients as friends, which makes the process much more collaborative and meaningful (hopefully for them too!) but it also means if they choose another photographer or don’t like their photos that it’s upsetting because I want them to love their photos.  Read More>>

SheLovesKiing

I’m pursuing a career as a creative because I want to inspire others around my community and achieve financial freedom. There’s nothing wrong with it, but everyone has their preferences in life. I personally don’t see myself working a typical 9 to 5 job for the entire rest of my life. That was never my vision. Once I decided to no longer continue my journey with sports, I thought of my next best option; something else that would genuinely allow me to be happy while working. I love the idea of being able to broadcast my life to inspire others, as some creators have done for me, while also getting paid for it. Read More>>

Elsie Mae

This is such a great question! I remember my mom telling me something last year that my grandmother used to say to her growing up and it’s really stuck with me. She always said “Never be afraid to embarrass yourself.” It’s so simple, but something I use to remind myself as an independent artist where almost everything is trial and error. I think true artistry comes from being your most authentic self and taking risks. Read More>>

 Kendra Chantelle

Oooh this is a tough one to narrow down because parenting truly feels like the most impactful ‘work’ of life I will ever have. I think healing as many of my wounds as possible before becoming a mom was definitely impactful and I think putting my career… not on pause… but on lesser priority for the years they’ve been young has been really important and special for us. I will always have goals, wishes, opportunities but I will not always have these little girls, the youngest they’re ever going to be. My priorities have never been more clear! Read More>>

Emma Ohm

Outsiders don’t realize how much work goes into making music that has nothing to do with making music. I spend at least half of my time booking shows, creating merch, posting on social media, communicating with other musicians I’m working with, making a budget, pitching songs to playlists, blogs, etc, and none of this is performing/writing the music, which is what most people think artists spend the majority of their time doing. Read More>>

Oly Cumpian

That so much of what we accept as “normal” advice around food and health—especially for kids—is actually rooted in diet culture and weight stigma, not evidence-based care. People are often surprised to learn that labeling foods as “good” or “bad,” commenting on children’s bodies, or encouraging restriction in the name of health can unintentionally lead to disordered eating and body shame. Read More>>

Mark Irwin

Back in 1987 after spending a few years playing in cover bands around NY and NJ, deciding that if I wanted to have a career in country music, Nashville was the place I had to be.
Leaving my family and the only place I ever called home was a pretty difficult decision. Moving to the South from the NY/NJ area was like moving to Mars. I felt pretty alien down here for a while, but now I think I can say I’ve assimilated pretty nicely…after 35 years. Read More>>