Today we’d like to introduce you to Venita Bledsoe
Hi Venita, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
For as long as I can remember I’ve been artistic. My first years in school were a little challenging academically as I was dealing with loss but art was always a positive outlet. I loved art class, drawing, painting, whatever you can name. I was always excited about it. Once I started to improve academically, I managed to keep that consistent and by high school I always remained on high honors. I was also fortunate to be introduced to digital art and graphic design, since I went to a trade high school. I went to college to continue with graphic design studies but was forced to leave after my freshman year because of finances. Through trying to look for work and figure out my future, I came up with my brand, Veezy Vibetime Creations. I was starting out with the tools I learned in school and all of the free time I had at 18/19 led me to making a lot of designs, album art, logos, you name it. For about six years in between that and odd jobs that was my life. I was just trying to stay consistent and build my art portfolio. About 7 years into designing, I started to develop an interest in photography. I learned about copyrighting and rights and wanted to start using my own material for some of the work I was creating. I had a Samsung phone at the time and was always taking pictures of nature, flowers, and skyscrapers but wanted to take my hobby further. So I saved up for a camera, started to practice more and the rest is honestly history.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
I’d be a fool to tell you it’s been a smooth road. I’ll definitely say that believing in your dreams and having the faith that you will prosper as a creative is not for the weak. I’ve had my share of moments where things have been slower, and sometimes I’ve had to put my creativity on the back burner to be responsible as an adult and make ends meet. Even the moments where things are going excellent and having to sacrifice sleep, or time with loved ones to reach goals. There’s been people that have told me this will never work out, or how I’m too smart to be an artist and that I’m wasting my time and money. I’ve often questioned and compared myself wondering if I belong. Lack of confidence is so scary as it comes with the journey but those moments also mold and shape me to be where I am now. The process is tough but it’s also beautiful, especially in those moments where I see myself reaping the benefits of never giving up and inspiring others with my perseverance.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
To put myself in a category is tough, but I represent so much with so much to give this world. I am a digital artist, a photographer, and a graphic designer. As an artist, I’ve created things like album and single artwork, logos, cartoons, custom photo edits, collages, clothing graphics and flyers. As a photographer, I specialize in portraits, creative concepts, intimate events, landscape, and branding. The thing that I’m most proud of is my growth. I’ve been on my journey for the past 14 years and when I look at the place I was when I began to now, it brings me joy. I’ve become more confident in myself, I’ve learned to take setbacks as opportunities to better myself and not to mention, my work truly speaks for that. I don’t really think about what sets me apart, but what makes what I do truly matter. I love to connect with and inspire others. My favorite thing is to clap for others and support my peers as well. Anyone that knows me will tell you, being supportive is my vibe. I genuinely enjoy showing love and because it powers me up. The sun is big and bright so I know that light can shine on everyone. I see this industry as community and never a competition and that’s where I thrive.
How do you think about luck?
I used to believe that luck was a bigger factor in the direction of my life. I’d cry ‘woe is me’ when things don’t go my way. I’ve learned that God has too much of a sense of humor. He’s pushed forward on some of my plans and laughed at others. Life comes with the bitter and the sweet and the same goes for business. I don’t think of anything as luck, it’s just me being prepared either on my own or by what happens. If good comes I’m grateful. If bad comes I’m also grateful but I don’t let it defeat me. It’s lessons over luck for me.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veezy_vibetime
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VeezyVibetimeCreations?mibextid=LQQJ4d
Image Credits
All images: Veezy Vibetime Creations/ #meandrewby