Alexander Colón is a Miami-based glass artist, entrepreneur, and creative who transformed a backyard shed into a thriving art business. Alex shares how mentorship, community support, and resilience shaped his journey. We dive into the lessons learned from early mistakes, the challenges of balancing art with a full-time job, and the process of overcoming imposter syndrome. Alex also reveals the power of joyful art, the impact of a strong support system, and key strategies for building an authentic, lasting brand.

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Adrian Castro, aka Domino is a professional wrestler, entrepreneur, and creative. He discusses leaving the comfort of a 9-to-5 job to open a bar and later step into the world of wrestling. Adrian shares how embracing risk, pushing limits, and stepping outside his comfort zone transformed his life, with wrestling becoming a surprising form of therapy. He reflects on the artistry behind the sport, balancing intense training with mental health care, and the importance of vulnerability and authenticity in creativity.

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Melissa Gutierrez, also known as Westchester, is a Senior UX Designer at @Adobe, illustrator, artist, and creative. She shares how leaving home and returning with a different perspective deepened her appreciation for Miami’s unique charm, ultimately inspiring her to create @Westofchester. Melissa dives into how embracing change fueled both personal and creative growth, eventually leading her to land her dream job at Adobe. We explore how Miami’s vibrant aesthetic continues to inspire her illustrations, the unconventional path she took to mastering design, and how she overcame self-doubt as an artist. She also discusses how Instagram fuels her creativity, the balance between structure and spontaneity, and the role of curiosity in shaping her self-identity.

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