We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Keith Montgomery . We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Keith below.
Keith , thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today Can you take us back in time to the first dollar you earned as a creative – how did it happen? What’s the story?
I began teaching myself graphic design and designing my own products. My first customer was a friend name Andre from the neighborhood who asked for a flyer for an event, which the flyer gained significant social media attention. I then advertised my work online and gained more customers interested in flyers and logos.
Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.
I Design Legacies for Leaders and Entrepreneurs
The graphic design sort of fell into my lap at a young age during the MySpace era. I started creating custom profile layouts and making fun image effects for friends and strangers alike.
Before I started DesignsByKeith, I would sit and watch everyone start their business. I would watch designers and would be so frustrated. My exact words, “Mannn, I wish someone could just teach me the foundations…”
I self-taught myself graphic design and photoshop starting at the age of 18. I’ve never let the fact that I didn’t officially “study” graphic design at some fancy school stop me from becoming what I set out to be and with my constant hustler mentality and the Lord guiding my steps.
Long nights… Setting my alarm at 1 AM to get up and do designs. Really grinding in the dark. Many commitments I made to myself to get where I am. The best part is that there are so many layers and I am learning every day.
So many amazing people contributed to where I am today. I couldn’t be more thankful for this journey and excited about the future.
A few things I specialize in: Logos, flyers and business cards.
In your view, what can society to do to best support artists, creatives and a thriving creative ecosystem?
I feel as though society should really give additional credit to the creators. Often when work is being displayed, its for others to help bring their vision to life through visuals. However, the creative genuineness and time is overlooked because even though it may attract the audience, it matches the message as well which KEEPS the audience. This is portrayed dominantly in music, film, media, architecture, and other industries as well.
Alright – so here’s a fun one. What do you think about NFTs?
I think NFTs are the future and will eventually become more relevant as time advance. Every time I hear or see NFT, it reminds me how much we are advancing with technology. The fact that its a “Metaverse” that affects reality out here is crazy. Currently our generation know or hear about it, but really don’t know how deep it can get with NFTs. For those who don’t know, just like stocks, trading, and real estate, you need money in order to play properly. But if done right with the patience, it can generate for you in the right ways.
Contact Info:
- Website: designsbykeith.com
- Instagram: instagram.com/designsbykeith
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/designsbykeithh