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.

Taylor Cohen-caravella | Photographer/Videographer

I think this part of me goes down to my DNA. I have always been someone that wanted to paint, sing, play music, and just simply create. I don’t think there was any other path for me to choose to go down no matter how hard I tried. I feel the most alive and passionate when I can be creative! Read more>>

Antonin De Bemels | Audiovisual Artist

I was born and raised in a family of artists, so creative expression was encouraged by my parents and by the environment I grew up in. My parents both worked in Theater, my mother as an actress, writer and stage director, my father as a stage designer and painter. When we were children, my brother and I were allowed to play in our father’s workshop, and we were crafting all sort of objects, like spaceships, masks or some unlikely machines… My first ambition as an artist was to become an actor, then a film director, then a writer. It turned out that I became all of that, or rather alternative versions of all of that, and more. I didn’t become the new Steven Spielberg as planned, but I’m very proud of what I am now: a free, independent and multi-faceted artist. Read more>>

Carlo Gutierrez | Multimedia & Conceptual Artist

My journey as an artist began in my childhood. Ever since I was in 5th grade, people recognized my creativity and would often ask me to draw something for them. Whether it was for a school project, a birthday card, or just a whimsical idea. I found joy in bringing ideas to life through art. It was during those formative years that I realized how much I loved creating and how natural it felt to express myself through visuals. Read more>>

Temi Morgan | Handmade Soap Crafter

Ever since I was young I have been intrigued by the arts. I have always found myself wanting to paint and draw as a way to express myself. When I started college, I didn’t have many opportunities to learn new skills and practice art. Around that time, I had stumbled upon videos online about soap making that I was very interested in. From there, I set aside some time to learn how to make custom soap. I originally thought that this would just be a unique hobby that I could do in my free time, but it turns out that there was more I could apply soap crafting to. When I felt confident enough in my soap making and decorating skills, I decided to open my business: Blooming Desert Bars. Read more>>

Justin Verner | Author & Songwriter

It’s an outlet for my imagination. Plus, I want to pass down inspiration. I have always admired artists who seek to inspire other artists. A good song or good book can change your day, week, or life. The arts are much more important than we think. Read more>>