Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Stephanie Ordaz. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.
Stephanie , thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today We’d love to hear the backstory behind a risk you’ve taken – whether big or small, walk us through what it was like and how it ultimately turned out.
One of the biggest risks I’ve taken was moving out to Colorado in 2021. I grew up in Los Angeles and thought, enough was enough. I left behind my family and friends with no notice to pursue my own dreams. (Heights they can imagine but would never be able to understand)
For me personally it was becoming stagnant and flooded with other “dreamers”/“creatives”
I saw opportunity in a new setting and decided that was the move.
I knew nothing about Colorado other than it snowed and there was a creative scene to be expanded.
There was nothing more that I wanted to do than expand my knowledge of art, music, and the process of creating.
I’d been in recording studios and art studios simply watching to learn and decided it was my turn.
It was hard to move in silence, not tell anyone what I truly wanted to do: which was create.
From pulling all nighters to sleeping on studio floors I’m still learning and continuously risking.
It’s not easy for a person to put their heart and soul into a craft and put it out for people to see or hear.
This year alone I’ve started performing and that in itself is terrifying. The fear of not liking my music, having the wrong image, and not being liked. That in itself is a sacrifice to be made to put yourself
On the line and create pressure.
Stephanie , 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?
My name is Stephanie Ordaz but go by Ordazsma. I grew up in Los Angeles, CA.
Like any other LA baby I grew up surrounded by music. By the time I was 10 I’d already taken piano and guitar lessons. By 10 I was playing the cello in my middle school orchestra. I played the cello through senior year of high school until I could no longer play due to an injury.
I make music, dabble I’m photography/ videography, and paint. I’n 2021 is when I got into the music scene seriously. Someone got me in front of a mic and a fire inside me ignited.
What sets me apart is I’m still me. No amount of lights, camera, action will ever take away from what I stand for and who I am.
Being true to myself, creating for myself in hopes others might like it or agree.
I’m also here to support other creators in their ventures instead of being a vulture.
“If you eat, I eat”
I’m most proud of the progress I’ve made in what feels like so little time. Never did I think I’d pick up a mic and stand in front of a crowd. Let alone sing for them. It was all a dream seen on TV until I made it reality.
I always knew I was different, but didn’t know how.
Once I stepped on stage and threw myself out there… I knew.
Learning and unlearning are both critical parts of growth – can you share a story of a time when you had to unlearn a lesson?
Reprogramming, and unlearning nothing is handed to you. You go out and EARN it.
I grew up with a loving family that gave me anything I wanted and supported any antic I had. Once I left my family it was me and me only. That was a hard pill to swallow in its own.
Let’s talk about resilience next – do you have a story you can share with us?
2017 I had a stroke. In my mind, my life was over. I was sick and unable… In my heart I knew there was still more for me to do. More to accomplish, more souls to connect with.
I’ve spent weeks in the hospital wondering when I’d break out of the 4 white walls.
They were caving in and I changed my mindset to: I’m getting out of here I’m not finished.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/ordaz.sma?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr
- Twitter: https://x.com/ordazsma/status/1616633814146744321?s=46
- Youtube: https://youtube.com/@Ordazsma?si=PEMDpXfDuimpAXsv
- Other: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/ordazsma/1699214240 https://spotify.link/Rl8KaJ6w3Db