Artists and creatives face innumerable challenges given that their career path often doesn’t come with a playbook, a steady paycheck or any form of safety net. It’s definitely not easy and so we asked a few of the artists and creatives we admire to talk to us about why they chose to pursue an artistic or creative career.

Maca Del Pilar

I wish it was a decision, but it was more like a calling. Even though I tried to follow different paths, life always brought me back here. Ever since I was a teenager in my small beach city in Chile, I was writing songs in my notebook, singing in front of the mirror, and dreaming about connecting with people through music. Read More>>

Jacqueline Aizen

For me, pursuing a creative career was never just about work- it was a calling of my soul. I’ve always felt a deep connection to expressing, inspiring, and channeling beauty, emotion, and healing through my presence and movement. It’s how I’ve expressed who I am for as long as I can remember.

I have so many memories as a child- dancing and performing for my family, and friends, to see them light up, laugh, and feel joy. That feeling of bringing people to life, of uplifting their energy through expression, has stayed with me. It’s never been about just being seen-it’s about creating a feeling, a moment, a spark. And in those moments, when I’m fully in my element, I feel more alive and present than ever-like time stands still, and I’m connected to something greater. Read More>>

Gian Derek

It was my passion for art — not just music, but creativity in general. I’ve always been inspired by people who dared to make a living doing what they love. Read More>>

Nicholas Tuesta

I have always felt out of the ordinary. I’ve felt as though I don’t really have a place in this world. Expressing myself has always been a challenge and thankfully I found the perfect outlet, music. I want to be able to help others the way music has helped me in some of my darkest moments. This is how I’m able to express myself to the fullest. I hope to inspire others to do so as well. Read More>>

Florencia Gonzalez Tizon

I decided to pursue an artistic and creative career because it’s always felt like the most natural way for me to express myself and connect with others. Ever since I was a kid, I’ve been drawn to drawing, painting, and creating things with my hands. Over time, I realized that art wasn’t just a hobby; it was a way of seeing the world, telling stories, and evoking emotions. Choosing this path allows me to constantly evolve, challenge myself, and bring something meaningful to people’s lives through my work. Read More>>

Eugen Bravo

Because of the need to express. To say something in a different way.
Writing songs is my language. It’s how I can tell others what is in my mind and what is in my heart.
Regardless if my songs are coming from a personal story or not, they will have always a piece of me. Read More>>

Santiago Ferrero

I always had a love for music and have been playing instruments since I was little. I still play guitar and i always wanted to learn how to produce music. When I started DJing I got bored from playing other popular music and started making my own music to DJ. I fell in love with making music and makes DJing amazing when you see everyone dancing to your music and seeing people enjoy the music you made. Read More>>

Alexandra Beach

I started Beach and Co Events as a way to merge my love for creativity with my passion for meaningful connection. After earning my master’s degree in Child Life, Administration, and Family Collaboration from Towson University, I worked as a Certified Child Life Specialist in Philadelphia, PA, primarily in the Emergency Department and NICU/PICU. My time there—especially during the height of COVID—was both rewarding and incredibly challenging. I saw firsthand how precious and fleeting life and family moments can be.  Read More>>

Heidi Robinson

Since I was a little girl of 7 I have wrote songs, danced and made dances up and been creative with my friends.

I continued to do this throughout school and college. Although I studied a degree of sport studies and Business Management at University I always went to drama classes in the evening and sang in my bedroom. Read More>>

Oleg Mamedov

Honestly, I never really made a clear decision like “I want to be a creative professional.” It just happened naturally. I’ve always been drawn to small, quiet things — light on someone’s face, the way a person moves when they’re thinking, moments of silence that say more than words.

At some point, I realized that filming helped me express things I couldn’t put into words. It wasn’t about being “artistic” — it was about trying to capture what felt real to me. I didn’t care about big effects or trends. I just wanted to create something honest. Read More>>