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

Hi Jose, we’d love to hear about how you approach risk and risk-taking.
I see risk as a catalyst for innovation. One of my core beliefs as a creative is that our mission is to challenge the status quo and pave the way forward for future generations — and that simply isn’t possible without embracing risk. Progress demands boldness. Someone always has to be the first to try, the first to challenge convention, and the first to risk being wrong. I wouldn’t be where I am today if I hadn’t taken the risks that shaped my path.

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.
My art is a reflection of who I am — it evolves as I grow and learn. Each piece marks a chapter in my journey. I’m excited to see where it leads and what the future holds. I’m not exactly sure how I got to where I am today — it kind of just happened. But if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that consistency and believing in yourself are key to getting anywhere.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
A huge shout-out to everyone who has believed in me and supported me along this journey. Your encouragement has been the driving force behind my pursuit of this dream, and I’m forever grateful for your unwavering belief in me.

Website: https://imjosereyes.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imjosereyes/

Twitter: https://x.com/imjosereyes

Image Credits
all images are by me

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