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

Hi Pretti_Whitty, have there been any changes in how you think about work-life balance?
Work life balance is extremely important to me. I used to prioritize work and I hate to admit it, but I glorified the “sleep when I die” mentality. It took me a while to really understand that I can bring much more to the table when I focus equally on giving my body what it needs. Sometimes that’s a nap and sometimes that’s a few days away from work. Our bodies tell us when we need a break, it’s up to us to listen.

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.
It has taken me a while to really find my feet creatively. I started doing makeup a few years ago and I always found myself unsure of what “box” I fit into. I wasn’t sure if I wanted to commit to beauty or if I should venture into spaces that were completely foreign to me like body paint or prosthetics. It was really a struggle for me to find where I belonged. Once I learned to let my creativity take the lead and I began to embrace all of my interests, everything blossomed.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
If I had just one day to show someone Georgia the way that I see it, I would definitely expose them to it’s nature. Stone Mountain is a beautiful hike and I love “shooting the Hooch” at Chattahoochee River. There are so many trails and beautiful waterfalls, we could spend a whole day exploring all of the beauty that Georgia has to offer.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
I have to give credit for everything I am to my father. He has encouraged me through not only my creative journey, but my life journey. I think that his consistent support has given me the confidence to always challenge myself and push forward.

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