Artistic and creative careers are among the most rewarding, but they also come with unique challenges. We asked some of the city’s best creatives to tell us why they choose to pursue a creative career.

Desiree Lainette | Fotografa

“Little artist” or as my family used to call me “pequeña artista” has been the way I have identified myself ever since I was little. My interest always peeked whenever there was a chance for me to close my eyes and imagine. I chose to pursue a career in photography because I can capture a moment and make it a memory. Read more>>

Ryan David | Fashion & Portrait Photographer

I grew up as a creative kid and was very passionate about music and art, ultimately moving into photography at university alongside my formal studies. When I look back on my childhood and student-years, there was always a camera present (and this was long before the days when we all carried an iPhone in our pockets!) In 2015 it became an all-consuming hobby. Read more>>

James Fríor | Artist & Producer

For as long as I can remember I’ve been passionate about music. I played the drums all throughout my childhood and became obsessed with learning more and more instruments along the way. During High school I struggled with some serious mental health issues. I latched onto music as an outlet for coping with it. I realized through this time that I needed to pursue an artistic career in music. Read more>>