We asked some of the most inspiring folks we know to tell us what they are inspired by.

Jessica Goh | Multi-media Artist & Educator

I’m inspired by my environment. Here in LA, I’m fascinated by the patterns of splatters on asphalt, the way that buildings sit in dialogue each other, the sounds of people chattering on the bus. Read more>>

Airi Pan | Concept Designer and Illustrator

I’d be lying if I didn’t say anime and all the things that brought me joy as a kid. Cartoons, Disney Princesses, Magical Girl Anime, and MMORPGs were my bread and butter growing up and honestly, still is! All that stuff I loved growing up continues to inspire me today. Read more>> 

Christine Lozano | Photographer, writer, actor

Music. Music plays an important part of my life. I take photographs with a soundtrack in mind, I write with a soundtrack in mind, I love to dance. It’s always about music. And it’s not a specific type of music..I love all types. Except boy bands…I’m easy on boy bands BUT other than that I love all kinds of music. Read more>>

HAYLEY MANDEL | Singer, Songwriter, Poet, Model, Music Studio Owner

I am inspired by finding symbolism in everyday things. A crack in the side walk makes me think of how powerful nature is. That no matter how industrialized the world becomes, the earth manages to crack through. Folks not being able to afford rent and yet the ground can open up and swallow an apartment complex whole. Pretty miraculous if you ask me. Read more>>