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.

Shengnan Dong | 3D Artist

I believe success is never about comparison with others. Everyone has their own life journey and pace towards things. If I compare my success with others, it will surely be unsuccessful because there are always many people doing things that I can never accomplish.  Read more>>

Baudelaire Ellistaire Addams | Bass-Baritone Singer, Actor, Voice Actor, Scare Artist & Model

Living everyday with the freedom and liberty to do what you love to do. Settling for less does a disservice. Read more>>

CHANICE WARD | President and CEO

Teaching my children the importance of commitment, empathy, and service to others is not only beneficial for their personal development but also for the world around them. Children who learn to show concern and consideration for others, to be compassionate, and respect both people and the environment tend to grow into well rounded, responsible adults.  Read more>>

Sara Leeds | Creative Director and Content Creator

When I realized I needed to stop waiting for the “perfect” time, or for every detail to be perfectly worked out before trying something new. For someone like me who gets easily stuck in analysis paralysis, having a partner invested in my projects, to help me course correct and provide honest feedback along the way, is invaluable. Read more>>

Cheryl Derricotte | CEO & Artist

Making art makes me happy. I enjoy studio practice tremendously. I have a research-based practice, so I love diving into new topics, often historical, to create work. Read more>>

yunfan xu | cinematographer

Switching from being a pre-med biology student to diving into cinematography as a film major was hands down the toughest decision I’ve ever made. I felt torn between sticking to the safe route and chasing after what I truly loved. Being in Boston, where my university was, didn’t offer much guidance in the realm of filmmaking. Read more>> 

Anthony Badami | Owner

In 2022, my partner and I saved up and took three full weeks to explore Europe for the first time. We visited Spain, France, and lastly, ITALY, where my family immigrated from around the 1920’s. Once we arrived in our first Italian town, Cinque Terra, something was different. Read more>>

Brandy Rametta | Founder of The Local Wellness Foundation & Meridian Yoga Therapist of Heart and Soul Yoga

I was never a person who struggled with anxiety or depression but after having my first baby, it hit me like a ton of bricks. I went through deep depression and debilitating anxiety which lasted about 9 long months. On that 9th month something clicked and I started to wake up out of the dark cloud I was in. I decided in a moment, that I needed a plan of action to take care of my body and my mind. Read more>>

 

 

 

 

 

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