We asked some of the most creative folks we know to open up to us about why they chose a creative career path. Check out their responses below.

Yoko Kaetsu | Motion Graphics Designer

It’s influenced by my mom. On her free time, she loves to paint and design clothes, I think that growing up in that environment led me to go on a creative path. As a kid, I loved to draw, but once I got older I discovered my love for photography and from there I went into graphic design and now motion graphics. Read more>>

GAY-Z | Comedian & Civil Rights Activist

I told my first joke in front of a crowd when I was eight years old. I spoke in front of my church at our church’s Christmas program. I was a Christmas tree and the congregation loved every minute of my bit. I knew immediately that I wanted to become a comedian but I had stage fright and social anxiety. I would go on to be the class clown at every single school I attended. I was literally nominated class clown in elementary, middle school and high school… Read more>>

Ne’Shia Holden | Actress, entrepreneur, & hairstylist.

I’ve decided to pursue a creative career because of how it made me feel. With that being said; creating art has always been freeing to me. In elementary, one of my favorite subjects was art class. I love how art shifts perspective and how it is different with everyone’s eyesight. I also feel there’s not enough appreciation of being creative. I like to do things that are out of the ordinary. I never wanted a regular job ! Read more>>