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.

Gloria Posada

I want my legacy to be the memories I helped families preserve—the laughter, the milestones, the little details, and the quiet love woven between moments. I hope to be remembered as someone who captured the heart of each family’s story with care, patience, and an eye for timeless beauty. More than anything, I want to be known for creating a space where families felt seen, celebrated, and deeply cherished—because in the end, portraits are the only thing that remain once we are gone. Read More>>

Jamie Olguin

Maya Angelou once said “You have to have your own back.” and it has been my source of my determination and growth! Making chess moves for the bigger picture has always been my strategy. Each project I work on is towards the goal of expanding myself as a person and artist. I want to mentor and provide resources to other growing artists. When doubt and imposter syndrome infests the brain, having the will power and way-power to fight beyond it is a continuous cycle I find myself in and knowing my worth and capabilities has always helped me persevere. Little Den Studio will soon grow from an instagram page to a physical creative space! Read More>>

Lynn Dao

Success to me is being at peace and content. It’s not an external measurement that can be seen with the eyes. It’s an internal measurement that’s felt in the heart.
When someone is living their purpose and flowing with life, they’re most likely feeling pretty content and at peace. Sure, life may still throw curve balls at them, but they are at a place in life where they can stay grounded and maintain a level of peace and stability, even if things get rough. They eventually find a way to flow again. Read More>>

Jason Shulick

At 29, I quit two jobs in three days with nothing lined up. I had no idea what I wanted to do, but I knew the skills and talents I possessed. I also knew I had money saved to take this risk. I believed in myself, and I invested in myself. I am a firm believer there’s no better investment than investing in yourself. I analyze risk based upon what I’m looking to achieve. It usually goes back to a math equation. I assess risk by understanding what it is going to take to go from point A to point B and how much risk I want to take to get there. This way, I can figure out the best path(s) to take to get there. Read More>>

Warren Norgaard

Starting Milkweed Arts wasn’t something I planned years in advance—it was something that grew out of passion, community, and timing. I had been teaching glass classes for a nonprofit and quickly saw not only how much people were drawn to the medium, but also how transformative the creative process could be for them. Art became a bridge—connecting people to themselves, to each other, and to healing.

I wanted to create a space that was more than just a studio or a store. I wanted Milkweed Arts to be a place where people could show up exactly as they are, feel safe exploring their creativity, and find a sense of belonging. The name Milkweed itself reflects that—it’s a humble plant, but one that supports transformation. It’s what monarchs need to grow their wings. Read More>>