He’s no fan of the business side of art
“I come from a graffiti background, but I don’t do much of that anymore. I started my own graphics company. I design logos, album and mix tape covers, custom decals, stickers and other stuff. I enjoy...
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Artist continues work, even while homeless
“Last month I was homeless. Just a rock and a hard spot, man. I was in a homeless shelter with all my equipment and stuff. It was horrible, and I’m blessed to not be there. I’m...
Inspiring others could lead to ‘one hell of an Earth’
“I like to encourage kids to think about starting up a business with their parents; something that they’re passionate about and can watch grow. “Kids are very smart and imaginative. The world hasn’t sucked it out...
He’s facing life’s challenges, one at a time
Sometimes, life can seem pretty darn difficult. What’s one of the saddest moments in your life? “Losing my tía, my aunt. She was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2012. She fought it and beat it. It...
Belief in afterlife following near-death experience
“Years ago I was working for Southwestern Bell when I hurt my back. I fell backward, tore the heck out of my shoulder and messed up the L4 and L5 in my spine. “The first two...
Go-getter volunteer follows in his parents’ footsteps
“I’m not a sit-down type of person. I always have to be doing something. My dad was a go-getter. He was a dreamer and a doer. He would say something and then do it. I guess...
Promise Center making an impact on community
“My passion is the kids. That’s why we opened the Promise Center, which came out of Gen. Colin Powell’s national campaign started in 1997 to get involved and make a difference in the lives of children....
Writers find a way back into each other’s lives
“We used to go to school together, but we just met up again recently after several years. It really was a surprise. He kind of just popped up out of nowhere.” “Rekindling the flame, I guess....
Heart issues lead to medical disability retirement
“I was working for Humble Oil (later Exxon) as a systems analyst, and I had been feeling fatigued. When I went to the doctor through my health insurance he really set me up, you know, with...
She has a heart for taking care of animals
“I’m taking classes to become a veterinary technician. I think that’s my calling. I want to work with animals. Actually, I think they’re better than people. They’re just more friendly. They’re full of love. “I really...
