We asked some of the city’s leading artists and creatives to tell us about how they decided to pursue an artistic or creative career. We’ve shared some highlights below.

Shola K. Roberts | Dancer| Professor| Choreographer| Founder of Dance Grenada Incorporated

I decided to pursue an artistic or creative career because I didn’t see myself doing anything else. Dance was a calling; it gave me the nourishment I needed to sustain a holistic life. And when I say a holistic, healthy life, I mean it nourishes me spiritually, physically, and emotionally- dance provided those things for me. Read more>>

Gigi DeCore | Musician & Fitness Professional

I feel that God blesses each of us with a gift and it if we don’t follow and relentlessly chase after it we suffer haha so without sounding horribly poetic, if I don’t pursue my creativity, insanity pursues me. It is a calling, it is like looking at the sky, there is no end it is ever growing and changing. It shapes you and teaches you about yourself and others in a beautiful way. Read more>>

Brittany Lorraine | Photographer

I’ve always been a creative person. Ever since I can remember I was coloring, painting, singing, dancing, all of it. In the 6th grade, I discovered my love for photography – That’s when I decided I wanted to be a photographer when I grew up. In my case, I found my life’s passion pretty early, so it just made sense for me to pursue a creative career. I’ve worked almost every kind of photography job since I was 18. Finally was able to start my own photography business after several years of working for other people. Read more>>

JADE | actress, singer/songwriter, CEO

I was once a little girl who grew up imagining being a star one day. Theatre was the outlet that allowed me the opportunity to materialize my true passion, telling stories through acting and song. I think there are a lot of little kids out there who are inherently creative, but do not understand what it takes to do well in the industry. Read more>>

Kiddo SaVagee | Country Music Artist

Howdy y’all! The name’s Kiddo… Kiddo SaVagee. Since I was a little girl, I’ve always loved the sound of Country and being from Wisconsin only made my love stronger! From Brooks & Dunn to Luke Combs, country has a special place in my soul. It speaks volumes to myself and my 2 young boys. I chose an artistic career because it gives me the ability to turn these feelings/thoughts into something people will enjoy and can relate to. Read more>>