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.

Aaron Mendoza | Photographer

I chose to pursue an artistic career in my photography/videography work because I have a deep love for documenting the space around me and the little moments that happen in my everyday life. I am constantly reminded of the beauty and the contradiction of my environment, and I am able to express who I am through this interaction with my space. In pursuing this endeavor, I have been able to remain true to myself and inspire others to explore their own creativities, which I am extremely grateful for. Read more>>

Jaybee Nickelson | Business Consult

I chose the world of Consulting because I love being able to enhance the vision of others or to help them bring it to light. Helping to create power brands or to help Senior leaders bring on the Talent that will shape their organizations is foundational and I love that Read more>>

Meghan McCullin | Director & Production Designer

I grew up in a military family and never had much in the way of consistency. I never knew when I was moving, how long I would be there, or where I would end up. I didn’t always have a lot of friends, so I found my comfort in films. I fell in love with cinema so much that all I ever wanted to do was make movies. Read more>>

Amanda Wacker | Photographer & Illustrator

So I moved into the creative space due to a multitude of factors. This includes the personal dynamic of work vs. creative enjoyment, the ability to work “when I want” or can, and that I feel fulfilled by activities that bring me joy, but also pay me. The fact the a creative career is so multifaceted in our current world makes it a much more difficult though engaging path to follow. Read more>>

Cooley corey cochrane | Professional Body Piercer

I Pursued being a Body Piercer for a long time before i was. I knew very early in life that a desk job or 9 to 5 was not for me. I dreaded going to those jobs. I hated having a uniform or thinking this asshole is going to tell me how to dress and talk to people. I was a skateboarder and a local punk kid in Phoenix trying to survive. I found friends at the tattoo studio that shared the same interest. Art and music was very important to me. Read more>>

Megan Paige | Photographer & Cinematographer

Growing up my dad was in the creative industry and naturally I gravitated towards it. My father is a photographer as well as an artist and graphic artist. I had the natural ability to draw and paint so that was my passion for years. When I discovered YouTube in 2007 I was amazed that you could put yourself or your hobby on a platform and it could reach a lot of people. Read more>>