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.

Lee Ann Walker | Artist and Creative Instructor

I have always loved expressing my creativity, it’s therapeutic for me. I love to see my ideas take shape and come to life and I absolutely love seeing someone else enjoy pieces I’ve created. Teaching crafty and creative classes just sort of happened and I fell in love with it! I get to be creative and I get to teach others to be creative. There is so much joy in the entire process especially when a person finished a project and they light up with excitement! I’m so grateful to have so many opportunities to share these creative experiences with others. Read more>>

Keto Green | Contemporary Artist, Chef & Motivational Speaker

I pursued an artistic or creative career because I was destined to be a creative. As a child, I grew up on the west side of Detroit and strive for greater things. I grew up in the neighborhood, striving to be heard to make a difference. As a child, I would draw on walls at home and learn new things in order to get a flow of creativity because that’s all I had. I started to get put in the different art programs from the Detroit Institute of art and different established art organizations. Read more>> 

Ken Rusk | Blue-Collar Entrepreneur, Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author, and Involuntary Life Coach

As I mention in Blue-Collar Cash, I talk about filling all of your buckets evenly. You need to evaluate and define what those buckets are. They are split between hobbies, work, transportation, vacation, health, family, and your unique version of Comfort, Peace, and Freedom. What I mean by Comfort, Peace, and Freedom, is that we all should be chasing our own unique personal Nirvana and what it would look like. As you begin to realize that you are fully in control of your life, and that success follows those clear visions, you learn that you actually can create harmony and balance in your life by paying attention to all of those items in as much equal proportion as possible. Read more>>

Jennifer Demers | Millwright & Artist

A mind that is stretched to a new idea never returns to its original dimension. -Oliver Wendell Holmes Read more>>

Cassie Kieda | Photographer & Artist

As unconventional as it may be, one of the ways I define success is a calm nervous system. You can have everything in the world and not feel internal peace. My artistic expression can typically be tied back to just that: Love for nature, being good to each other, being true to yourself… These are all things I hope everyone experiences. I bring the struggles I’ve been though and the things I’ve overcome into my art with me and it’s both beautiful and surprising to me to see how it translates onto paper. Read more>>

Andrea Evans | Spa Owner, Massage Therapist

Here at Salon’s Therapeutic spa, we believe in the power of healing touch not only for our clients but for the community and world as well. With every self care service’s, we are not just providing relaxation and relief, but also making a positive impact on those in need. Read more>>

Capt. John Fanti | Yacht Engineer & Captain

I am doing something that hasn’t been done in ages on lake st clair. Not only that, what sets me apart from the next person in my industry is my passion and love for it. Many people say to be careful making your hobby, your career. I wouldn’t have it any other way. If money were no object in the world I would still be doing what I’m doing everyday. Read more>>

Olivia Bacon | Illustrator

Stillness makes me happy. I think that we often move through life at such a fast pace that we forget mindfulness. I find myself to be the most at peace when I have the opportunity to truly take in a moment, whether it’s a quiet morning with a cup of coffee, or while spending time with a group of friends where I have the chance to sit back and appreciate what is right in front of me. Instances like this are reflective and rejuvenating for me, and often are the root of some of my favorite memories with myseelf, my friends, and my family. Read more>>