Meet Tate Lauby | Actor & Model

We had the good fortune of connecting with Tate Lauby and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Tate, why did you pursue a creative career?
A creative career is a true foundation for myself as a person. The fondest memories in my life come from when the creative blood is pumping through my veins.

There is something so extraordinary about the art of creating. As I’ve matured, I often envision on how others should perceive me. It’s a thought that has plagued ringing through my ears consistently. We often think how we want people to view us. It can be to a certain material standard or degree, but I want to be seen in the limelight as someone who is an artist.

This epiphany came to me two years ago when I opened a show in Edinburgh, Scotland at the Fringe Festival. Everything around us is coated with love. Specifically- within art. There is not only the individual’s personal stories allocated directly to what they are creating, but also the perception they have of their environment. It could be a fight with a significant other, a location filled with magnetic energy, the possibilities are truly endless.

It is important to bring other stories to life by our own creations, whether it be on stage or behind the camera. There is a beautiful thing in that.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
A reality is created from how one utilizes their opportunity. I felt like I was not essentially growing any further and was stuck in a block in my small town. I come from rural Texas, and realistically, the arts are not as appreciated there except for small populations. Turning what seemed like a wasteland for what I want my career to be into something much more attainable seemed all the more possible when I relocated to Los Angeles.

Professionally speaking, where I am right now, I have gotten to through scouting endlessly for opportunities. The prior experience I have had on stage has helped immensely of course as I do have training under my belt, and it is difficult to build up to a certain rigor.

In terms of what I want others to know, the world is so vastly huge yet small at the exact same time. This has always been difficult for me to interpret or juggle. You are as far from something as you interpret it. There are pitfalls along the way to your destination, but success is attainable.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
I am a magnet to Los Angeles. Because I want to maximize the trip, we would have to start active and early. A run on Venice Beach is a pleasure to start your day. I love Venice because it has this energetic atmosphere. There is so much going on around you, but exhilarating at the same time.

The next stop would be bagels at Layla’s in Santa Monica. For a longer breakfast, Arden Cafe in Beverly Hills is a wonderful spot as well. The dishes there are exquisite and the building has an aura like nothing else. For a good mid-day activity, thrifting in Calabasas is essential. I recommend the Buffalo Exchange there. Designer fashion is peak game at that location and not hard to find at all.

After exploring Calabasas, a scenic drive to Malibu is essential through either Malibu Canyon or Topanga, both beautiful. Catching rays at El Matador Beach in Malibu will be the next stop. That beach is quaint and gorgeous. After absorbing some UV rays, there are horse rides in WeHo up the Hollywood sign that you must do!

After that, I would say Nobu is my favorite restaurant. I usually indulge in the Truffle Ribeye because it never fails to satisfy. However, Catch Steak LA is also a perfect option as well. The best feeling is knowing the city has endless options to satisfy.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
Specifically within the last year, I feel as if there has been a real catalyst at least in shifting my thoughts to want to achieve more. Recently, I was guided under the direction of Nanci Carol Ruby for diving into Uta Hagen’s practices; most notably her “9 questions” approach, This was an extremely transformative experience for me. I first learned about Hagen’s approaches from one of my instructors, Vicki Kirkley, years ago. She was a phenomenal mentor for myself.

The organization of AHSTF was extremely influential in helping me shift my mindset to a more global perspective, and allowing me to explore more philanthropic ways to pursue the creation of art.

Website: https://www.tatelauby.com/

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Image Credits
Linh Tang