We were fortunate to catch up with some brilliant artists, creatives and entrepreneurs from throughout the Houston area and they share the wisdom with us below.

Tasha Rupert | Master Soap Maker

Perseverance. Seeing it thru even when things get hard. As with life, owning a business is all about riding the high and lows and adjusting accordingly. Read more>>

Molly Rodgers Wireman | Photographer

I believe the best thing I did was invest in myself, and my equipment. When I started photography I was told to just get a starter, cheap camera. Instead of doing that I decided to make a bit of a risky decision of getting really quality gear and putting it all on a credit card (haha). Read more>>

Rae Holloway | Personal Brand Photographer

Let’s be honest. I have a really fun job. I get to meet new people, attend events and creatively tell stories. However, truth be told I spend most of my time at my desk. This includes responding to emails, sending over contracts, retouching photos and editing videos. Read more>>

Antwon Slaughter | CEO Journey Barber school Master Instructor Cocco Ambassador

The freedom to create is the ability to be your true authentic self. My raw happiness comes from being able to color outside the lines and not fit into the typical stigma of a barber or entrepreneur. Read more>>

Jaxyn Troy | Singer-Songwriter & Stylist

I ask myself this question often! I’m just drawn to art and creativity. I always have been. I’ve always been the type of person that knows what I’m passionate about and I have to figure out a way to pursue it. It’s almost like I’m being pulled towards it, that’s how I’ve always been with fashion and music. Read more>>

Braisha Owens | Business Owner; Fashion Designer/ Fashion Stylist

Since being a new mom, sheesh work life is “live in color!” I am very strategic with time now, and way more intentional because I have a 5 month old Breastfed baby at home, with my fiancé. I have to put work up, and spend time with the family, and be okay. I’m learning to stop and smell the roses. Read more>>

Chandra T. Fowler | Vision Coach & Consultant

Elevating my mindset has been the key to my success. Believing and understanding that I have a purpose has been the driving force behind my achievements. I firmly believe that I was placed on this earth to empower those I come in contact with and to show them that with the right mindset, anything is possible. Read more>>