We were fortunate to catch up with some brilliant artists, creatives and entrepreneurs from throughout the Houston area and they share the wisdom with us below.

Mark Groveman | Guitar player in one of the longest running Live Band Karaoke shows in Los Angeles

If what you’re doing makes you happy, then you have succeeded. Read more>>

Brandon Wallace | Web Designer & Managing Editor

At the end of the day, we can all likely agree that success is that feeling of accomplishment. For me, it’s always been just a little bit more; a little bit deeper. Anytime I feel success, it’s knowing that not only I personally accomplished something, but I had a hand in helping someone else too. More importantly, it’s that realization that I did my best in trying to align my will with God’s will for the purpose of something greater. Read more>>

Crystal Perez | Founder of ISSA DAVII

I want to be remembered as someone who made others laugh, who was there for them when they needed an ear, the person who would stop everything to watch a sunset with them or go to a concert. the lesson I would like others to take from knowing me is that regardless of what life throws at you, there will always be sun after the rain. Read more>>

dayeon jang | visual baker & dessert director

Paying more attention to what I like. Constantly exploring what I like. I can get the source from there and use it in my work. I think that’s what makes the work special. And not thinking too much. Personally, I tend to think a lot, but when it comes to my work, I try to think simply. Read more>>

Nollis Dewar | Actor & Executive Director

The habits that have propelled me toward success are rooted in several key practices: hard work, consistency, seeking mentorship, valuing great teachers, and collaborating with a great team. Together, these habits have created a solid framework for my success, turning aspirations into tangible achievements. Read more>>

Dongho Kim | Tattoo artist

To me, value means challenge, and my principle is consistency. Before becoming a tattoo artist, I was a professional soccer player in Korea. Although I had to retire due to an injury, I learned a lot from my first life. Taking on challenges requires courage, but it also brings experience, new things to learn, and personal growth.  Read more>>

Shreya Thosar | Artist / Filmmaker / Magician

To be true to my Artist. Everyone has their own struggle. Some struggle to follow their dreams because of their life circumstances. Other’s struggle to to know what their purpose is in life. I am privileged enough to say I am following my dreams, working hard to pursue my goal and I do know my purpose in life. If not for Art, I wouldn’t have a voice. Read more>>

Becca Ayers | Performer

Austin Kleon said, “ When people give advice, they’re really just talking to themselves in the past.” I wish I had known this earlier, because at the beginning of my career, I did what was right for my mentors and not for myself. Always remember this when you are getting advice from your elders; just because it’s right for them doesn’t mean it’s necessarily right for you. Read more>>

Keywan Tafteh | Artist

There’s this conception that artists should always be creating. “Just keep making more work” was what professors in art school would shove down our throats whenever we asked for advice. It is important to find your voice and style as an artist, but to keep spitting out work has its limits. For one, burnout is real. Your work will suffer if one mindlessly creates. Read more>> 

Diion Hart | Musician

People think the music industry is about making music, when in reality it’s about being an entrepreneur of multiple businesses at once. (On a successful level ) your ability to multi task and task delegate will heavily dictate your how far you go. while the music is an important factor it’s not the determining one. Read more>>

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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