We had the good fortune of connecting with Jonathan Morris and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Jonathan, have there been any changes in how you think about work-life balance?
My work life balance is constantly changing. There are times when it feels like the balance is more life, and there are times when the balance is more work, but remembering to look away from your work is a helpful part of the creative process. I think the time you are away from your work is the time you spend developing your eye for beauty and developing the relationships that can help you elevate to new levels, so relaxation is just as important as the work itself.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
I am looking forward to seeing how my art changes as the business grows with me. It wasn’t easy at first to really understand what my goals where with the brand, but I eventually came to a more clear understanding of my vision when I recognized the business’ growth was accompanying my own, and that perspective has helped me immensely.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
If you would really like to get a taste of the local talent and have a lovely evening, I would say to look out for events in places like the Art Rat Gallery in downtown Grand Rapids. Visiting Art Rat will leave you with great music, gripping conversations with amazing artists, poets, and performers, and an undeniably fun time.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
The story of A Sweet Tooth Clothing Company can not be told without mentioning the friends and family who have supported me along the way. Being there to bounce ideas off of, to inspire new designs, to purchase my work, and keeping me grounded in my growth are just a few of the ways the people I care for have helped me along my journey, and I look forward to seeing where we can take this company.

Website: www.asweettoothclothingcompany.com

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