Meet Chris Dudley | Creative Director
We had the good fortune of connecting with Chris Dudley and we’ve shared our conversation below.
Hi Chris, what do you attribute your success to?
Sincerity! I truly strive to view each client’s project as though it were my own personal project. Clients can tell if your interest in their project is purely monetary or whether you have a genuine interest in the success of their endeavor. Only engaging clients whose project(s) captivate my interest has been an important factor in the success of Chris Dudley Art.
Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
Continually integrating life experience into art is an ongoing endeavor!
As an artist, I am thoroughly convinced your life experience and interest greatly influence your art. I am no exception. Growing up in Michigan, graduating in Brooklyn (NY), having spent extensive time in the Dominican Republic, learning to cut hair professionally, being a published fitness model, ex-dunker, weight lifting, drawing for over 40 years, raising 3 daughters, having 4 siblings, learning Spanish, rupturing my Achilles, etc . . . The list could go on, but all of these experiences are unique to me, which sets me apart and uniquely influence my art. This is true of ALL artists!
I am most proud and excited about having helped my daughters to develop a love and appreciation of art. In addition, I have had the privilege to teach them all to design, draw and paint. This has advanced far beyond the basics, they are to the level of working with clients on projects!
One of the greatest lessons I have learned is the importance of consistency. This applies in all areas of life. My goal is for all to see Chris Dudley Art as consistent in quality and client service! This definitely keeps my team and I busy.
Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
I would take a them to Bowdie’s Chophouse, which provides a lovely atmosphere and amazing cuisine! Then we may venture Downtown and enjoy a beverage overlooking the city. Grand Rapids offers great food and activities for a variety of interests. The art scene is also quite remarkable!
The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
I would like to give a “shoutout” to my family . . . my beautiful wife of 26 yrs and three daughters. They have always supported my artistic endeavors as well as joining me in the pursuit thereof.
We must also give recognition to all of the clients that trust Chris Dudley Art with bringing their vision to life!!!
Website: www.chrisdudleyart.com
Instagram: chrisdudleyart
Linkedin: Chris Dudley
Facebook: Chris Dudley Art
Youtube: Chris Dudley Art
Image Credits
White Walls Photography
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