We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Seta Injeyan a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Alright, Seta thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. We’d love to hear about when you first realized that you wanted to pursue a creative path professionally.

I was twelve years old and at sixth grade, when for the first time ever I got introduced to painting and drawing materials. As I took a brush and started painting on a watercolor paper, my teacher, looking over my shoulder, announced to the class that I was going to be an artist. His confidence in me was overwhelming. Even though I was incredulous, something etched in my being.

Seta, love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?

Located in Glendale California, I studied and graduated with honors from Art Center College of Design (Pasadena, CA). Mentored by artists like Richard Diebenkorn, Lorser Feitelson, and Lynn Faulks, my work has been featured in solo shows, national and international galleries, and garnered praise from renowned critics.
Over the past years, I’ve delved into the marvels of the human body, drawing connections with nature, such as lungs as breathing trees and veins as freeway arteries. In Celestial Eye, I explore the intricate beauty of eyes and their connection to astrophysical Black Holes, drawing powerful parallels between the human experience and our vast Universe.

What’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative in your experience?

The most fulfilling aspect of being an artist is the created work itself. It’s rejuvenating to gaze upon finished pieces and be astounded by them. When the outcome of your creative process pleasantly surprises you, it renews your confidence as an artist, leaving you energized.

Learning and unlearning are both critical parts of growth – can you share a story of a time when you had to unlearn a lesson?

. I used to believe that creativity, combined with education and high productivity, would ensure a certain level of success in a creative field. I had underestimated the significance of the business aspect in a career where creativity is paramount.

Another aspect I unconsciously overlooked was the importance of connections. In our society, it’s not just about your creativity or work; rather, it often boils down to who you know.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.setainjeyan.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/setainjeyan.abstractions/
• Linkedin: https://www.facebook.com/seta.injeyan

Image Credits
Only one portrait of mine in my studio is by Joey Krebs. the rest are mine.