We asked some of the most creative folks we know to open up to us about why they chose a creative career path. Check out their responses below.

Anthony Tone” Mensah | Artist

To be truthful, I don’t think I ever had a choice. I’m moderately impulsive. A habitual line stepper. And most of all I love finding solutions and making things from what seems to be nothing. Turning ideas into reality with only the tools around me. Read more>>

Carlie Doley | Wardrobe Stylist

Throughout my childhood and teenage years it was always apparent that I would pursue some kind of creative career. My grandmother definitely had a great fashion influence over me, she was always sewing, knitting, crafting, and so on, making everything from clothes to afghans, while teaching me to as well. Read more>>

Terrina Troy | Author of All But Six

Being a creative person was just a gift that I was born with. Whether I am designing custom homes and landscaping, creating art or writing, I always enjoy the process of expressing myself. I recently tackled a lifelong goal of writing and publishing a book. Read more>>

Olivia Griffin | Musician & Artist

I’ve always been very tuned in to both the world around me and my inner emotional experience. When I was younger, I didn’t know what to do with all of that. I became consumed by performing arts by the time I was six, and it was a major blessing to have an outlet for expression at such a young age. Read more>>

Cass Cleary | Pro Brow and Makeup Artist

Growing up I was a very artistic child, I loved anything that had to do with creating such as drawing, painting and sitting down to do my makeup at a very young age. Even the way my though process worked was different then my peers around me. Read more>>

Linda Doucette | Mixed media Textile Artist

I started drawing before I was two and I have always loved making art. A non artistic career option never occurred to me! My parents were both art teachers and expected me to follow their path. I had me own ideas and instead pursued a degree in Textile Design. Read more>>