Artists & creatives on why they pursued a creative career

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.

Jessie Belisle | Visual Artist

It’s actually not a decision I took, it just happened. I started painting for myself, more than 10 years ago, because I couldn’t afford buying Art at the time. I made the first painting, and the second… And I just never stopped since! Read more>>

Tahnee Wayne | Artist / Painter

I wouldn’t want to say that having creativity would be a career choice as this is my lifestyle. Since I was young I’ve always been into creating art and communicating in ways I never thought would be possible. Read more>>

Erin Bradford | Actor, Writer & Producer

I am an artist because I believe in the power of storytelling. Through stories and experiences we shape our understanding of the world around us. The media we consume through the news, on social media, while going to the movies, etc all have a hand in creating the unique lens through which we view and relate to our neighbors. Read more>>

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