We asked experts from a broad range of industries to open up to us about things they know about their industry but that we probably don’t and we’ve shared some of those responses below.

Gherald Alaman

Aspiration Through Artistry: The Creative Journey I entered the artistic realm not just for acknowledgment, but to claim my space and command the narrative. This journey quickly became a crucible for personal mastery, systematically conquering self-doubt and forging an unshakable core of confidence that empowers me to connect authentically with any audience. Read More>>

Sarah Seeds

I did this because I HAD to. There was something pulling me to this work ever since I ‘logged on’ as a person. The need to express myself, and to play characters (especially those who are very different than my) helped me feel/create empathy and play and explore. It was addicting entertaining family members and friends. Read More>>

Bleu Pablo

To be honest, Becoming an Artist was never a career decision. It’s survival. It’s how I process life, how I give back, how I stay connected to something real. There’s a lot I wanna give to the world and art helps me translate those feeling into something people can relate to and grasp easily. . Read More>>

Michael Odokara-Okigbo

Because creativity has always been the way I naturally express myself. Growing up, music and storytelling were how I made sense of my feelings, my culture, and my identity. I didn’t force it — it just became the most honest way for me to communicate and connect with people. Read More>>