One of our favorite things to do is to ask the folks we are inspired by what they are inspired by. We’ve shared some of their responses below.

Adnan Hussain | Director, Filmmaker, Animation Creative and Tech Consultant

Inspiration comes in all forms. The work of other artists is certainly inspiring. The lived experience of people with far less means and unshakable integrity is another constant source of inspiration. When I feel down on life or the brutality of the world, I need only look to those bearing the brunt of those challenges who still find within them the resilience to persevere for a better existence. That keeps me in check and inspires me to keep trying. Read more>>

Annie Caspi | Metalsmith

The majority of my jewelry pieces are inspired by my childhood home, Tucson, Arizona. I take inspiration from the desert landscape (purple mountains, firey sunsets, majestic saguaros), and southwestern/ western love of rodeo (horses, cowboy boots, bolos, silver, etc.). Some designs transpire after seeing a particular gem or mineral… it’ll inspire the piece it becomes, or vice versa- I have a design in mind and seek out the perfect stone to match the piece. Read more>>

Cheriana Resky | Cinematographer

Our New Music Video, BACHATA, starring Manu Beker, one of Mexico’s greatest musicians/ film composers, was an experimental music video that showed choreography and narrative. Besides being a great, talented artist, Manu Beker, our director, Jon Frenkel Garcia, brainstormed many ideas about the concept behind it. We have so many references that need to be felt the same way as the music is. The inspiration behind the music itself is combined with the concept of the narrative story. Read more>>

Brent A. Nuffer | Songwriter/Artist

I often think that only true, meaningful Art can be created by a sudden burst of spontaneous moments being connected at just the right time of combustion. There is a lot to be said about that and how things are created that didn’t exist just moments before. As a Songwriter/Artist I find the most daunting task is staring at an empty notebook page or empty canvas and wondering where to begin. Read more>>

Ellien Landy | Travel Professional Ex·tra·or·di·naire at LANDY.travel

WHO : funny, unique and intelligent people.
WHAT : art, cuisine, quality time with friends, martini’s, music and dancing.
WHERE : Montana, Mexico, Utah, New York, France, Italy, Bhutan and beyond . . . Read more>>

Lynne Carter | Master Tailor and Designer

I’m always inspired by natural beauty as well as craftsmanship. Over my career I’ve perfected the art of dressmaking. The fun part is staying receptive to the beauty that surrounds us everyday. It’s always there, you just have to train your eyes to stay open to it. That inspiration is how I design, while the craftsmanship is how I build! Read more>>

Aurica Hurst | Social Justice Activist,Actress & Educator

When I think about where I come from , what I had to overcome to be where I am at today, what inspires me most are my ancestors, the hard working people that I have seen in myh life and those that made it possible for me to exist. As a young girl seeing my mother work hard to take care of us four children stuck with me. Ultimately, resiliency is what inspires me. I use that to push me to keep going. Read more>>

Roman Pervak | Wedding Photographer

People are my biggest inspiration, their true feelings and emotions. Beautiful nature, music. Incredible light that outlines the contours. A dress that repeats the movements of the wind so beautifully. Sometimes all these factors are intertwined into a one whole scene and here it is – a very special shot! Read more>>