We asked some of the brightest and most thoughtful entrepreneurs, artists and creatives in the community to tell us about something they believe that most people in their space disagree with and we’ve shared highlights below.

Natalia Ochojska

Most people who are not in the modeling industry do not realize how hard it is. Awareness control of facial and body expressions during sessions or fashion shows is a big challenge. A large part of society believes that the work of models is just posing in front of the camera, and in fact it is many hours spent not often in difficult conditions. People are not aware that this is a difficult profession not only physically but also mentally, many of these people who comment certainly would not be able to cope in this industry. Read more>>

Victoria Sofias

I believe that vintage clothing shouldn’t just be a collector’s item—it should be worn, loved, and lived in. A lot of people in the vintage world treat pieces as fragile museum artifacts, but I see them as a vital part of a modern wardrobe. Read more>>

Maddie Walker

I believe in being a Jack of all trades and a master of none. When I was in college, I was told that artists must commit to a style and a market, and stick to that. It was said that it is imperative to become a master of one thing so people will look to you as their source. To some extent, this is true. The faster you figure out your niche and start producing, the sooner you’ll begin to earn some income. However, I’ve always found it difficult to conform or choose just one trade. As an artist and someone constantly in pursuit of knowledge, I can’t help but try everything. In my short 26 years on this planet, I have been a woodworker, seamstress, illustrator, designer, scientist, educator, and more. Being able to do many different things is what keeps me motivated. I’ve found that when I pressure myself to stick to one thing, that thing becomes impossible. Read more>>

Kaytlinn Bowles

I can still feel the sunshine coming thru the windshield as I drove by myself to my first business retreat. Our shop was getting busy. Busier than I could manage with three boys under four in tow and I was desperate for answers as to how to manage it all. I had started the business to have extra income to stay home with my boys but all of a sudden my boys weren’t getting as much attention as I wanted. My free Read more>>