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

Hi Montana, how has your background shaped the person you are today?
My upbringing was very old school, very limited and survival like, but also very free. I was raised in a small town no one has ever heard of unless from North Carolina. It wasn’t the best, but it was something that I can say shaped me to be me and dream big. I didn’t grow up with all of the riches in the world, but I am grateful for what I did have. I knew if I wanted more, then I had to do more and be great at everything I do. I made sure to take advantage of the resources that my parents didn’t have access to and use them to put me in a position to create a better life for myself and my family. It was something about not having much that gave me the motivation and drive to go after everything.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
I AM an Eccentric, Versatile, Profound, and Revolutionary artist. Music is my passion, my voice, my diary- it is everything. I AM a Prosperous and Successful Entrepreneur; as well. I own a media company- iTana Media. I love film, photography, and just creating all types of content for others. Brings real joy being behind the camera as it does being behind the mic. Art is my happy place.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
Now that I live in Las Vegas, I would make sure my friend and I get to really enjoy the fun things like: hot air balloon ride, dune buggies, skydive, escape room, Dave&Busters or Gameworks, and go hiking. Either Red Rock or Mt. Charleston, if not both. As for food, I honestly love seafood so much I think we would have dinner at Hot&Juicy 3/5 days. Ha! The other two maybe go to Texas De Brazil and Yardhouse.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I actually have to credit my family. It’s too many names to list, but the unlimited support, and unconditional love is the main reason for my drive and my success. My family is and has always been my WHY. They deserve the greatest life and as long as I’m alive and working to achieving my goals- that life they will get. I would also like to shoutout Ms. Claudia Stack. If it wasn’t for her, then I would have NEVER been able to know or come to love Art in a visual form. I probably would have never thought to pick up a camera if it wasn’t for her. So, I really appreciate it.

Website: https://spark.adobe.com/page/N5TNqbc71mJpL/
Instagram: instagram.com/montanadevane
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7uF3F1y1fJqv7Lafc6zRDQ
Other: My Businesses Information Girl & Moon Shop IG: @girlandmoonshop www.girlandmoonshop.com iTana Media IG: @officialitanamedia

Image Credits
iTana Media & Dominic Nolan Photography

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