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.

Caleb Y Moon | Actor, Writer, Filmmaker, Singer

Art speaks to my soul as it does for everyone else in the world. There have been so many moments in my life where books, poems, paintings/drawings, and film has made me into a more empathetic and well-rounded person. Read more>>

Imani Lewis | Multi-Award-Winning Author

I’ve always been a creative person, since before I could read or write. I would write music, poetry, books, and even scripts for movies and music videos. The way my passions spoke to me, I knew I wanted to use them to do the same for others. Reaching people and making an impact through my creativity and voice is my ultimate goal. Read more>>

Keara Chenise | Hair Texture Expert & Entrepreneur

I love this question. I believe the creative career chose me honestly. As a child, I gravitated towards art (painting, crafts and music to name a few). Now my clients are my real – life canvases. I use them to showcase beauty and creativity. Read more>>

Duo Catanza | Classical Guitar Duo

We are both music teachers and performers. Sharing music with others is what drives us to teach and perform. Read more>>

Melvin Gordon | Musician

I believe being an artist put me in the best position to be myself . I always felt like I was different in a way , so when I started making music , I felt that energy & connection with it right away . Being an artist is one of the things I was blessed with & I honestly believe I can take it far . I don’t feel like that about many things . Read more>>

Annie Clark | Actress & Singer

Music and acting have always been a part of me. I remember I was about 5 or 6 years old and I would put on a red cape and run around the house like Superman or I would have one of those little guitars for kids and I would go to my brother’s room and we would listen to rock music with his friends. It’s like having an invisible force that pushes you to create and perform. It’s in my veins. I love to be on set or on stage. It’s like being at home to me. Read more>>

Kaitlyn Bryant | Nurse Injector and Co-Owner of Pele Aesthetics

I’ve always loved art, everything about it. The colors, the shapes, the different mediums, and the many variations that art comes in. Art is one of the only ways you can see someone else’s perception of the world. Everything in life is art and people are no exception. From a young age I loved to paint, draw, make pottery, and go to art exhibits. I also knew from a young age I loved to help people and felt my best when making someone else feel good. Read more>>

Dominique Shepherd | Actor & Entertainer

I just felt like it was something that I was meant to do. I love to entertain and make people laugh and feel good. Plus I always felt like I was too unordinary for an ordinary job. Read more>>

DJ-100 | DJ, Music Producer

I wanted to be myself, original the art of music behind me every time I get in the studio or if I am Djing I am reintroducing myself all the time through music it’s in me I’m in a whole nother world I dream, I chase, I pursue. Read more>>

Kyliah Baird | Boutique Owner, CEO, Author

Honestly, being a creative chose the lifestyle for me. I have always had the passion and eye for fashion, yet never fully honed into my own talents and skills. After receiving a lot of compliments on my personal style and receiving requests to help style others helped to bring my creative career out of me. Read more>>

Keith Montgomery | Graphic Designer

I made the decision to pursue a career in the artistic and creative field due to my childhood passion for the arts, including various forms such as dancing, drawing, painting, and designing. Although I did not initially anticipate that designing would become a permanent fixture in my life, I am grateful that it has, as I derive satisfaction and joy from my work. Read more>>

Keisha Tate | Master Hairstylist Makeup Artist Educator

I believe I was naturally talented to be an hairstylist. At the age of 12 I started experimenting with hair. I started off doing friends, family, and classmates. After I graduated high school those same people followed to the salon after I got licensed. I discovered my passion early and about 15years later I developed a passion for makeup. I’m also a cosmetology instructor. Read more>>