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.

Marschaleine | Artist

I pursued a creative career because I felt in my heart to do so. I tried everything else, but music always came back to me. I tried everything besides music and it never fulfilled me. I felt empty without it. Some could say I was running from the call, but I feel as though God reeled me back in from running and taught me how to step in faith not only in my career but in my life as well. So to re answer this question, I pursued a creative career because God told me to do so not only that I chose to do this. Read more>>

Faith Luv | R&B Singer/vocalist

I pursued an artistic/creative career because I wanted to pursue something where it didn’t feel like work. I wanted to do something that allowed me to be financially secure, but still allow me to do what makes me happy. My love for music runs so deep, so deep that honestly I would do it for free! Over the years, I’ve healed through some of my greatest trials just from writing and telling my story, but I also feel how I help other people heal as well. Being a creative just feels right and honestly, I couldn’t see myself doing anything else. Read more>>

Reese Filbin | Photographer & Vehicle Photographer

I’ve had a passion for a creative career from a young age, I love to take photos and turn the art of a photo in a story. Starting my own “business” in High School where I shot for whoever, whenever was easily one of the best choices I feel I’ve ever made. Read more>>