Taking Risk is essential, but how much, when and why? Taking risks effectively is as much of an art as it is a science and we’ve asked some of the brightest folks in the community to tell us about how they think about risk taking.

Christy Ross | Artist & Art Educator

Each time I get out into the community and publicly share/show/sell my art is a risk. Loading my four, 3 x 4 foot paintings into my Subaru, along with all of my giclee prints, cards, art stories and tote bags is a risk. First, I have the physical risk of damaging my paintings when they leave my studio. Read more>>

Shea Brooking | Illustrator & Owner of Scribbles by Shea

My first thoughts on risk come with negative connotations– what a scary leap of faith putting everything on the line to try something new! Failure and mistakes are on the rise! Ironically, this is the opposite of how I feel when taking risks in my own life. In actuality, risk is where my comfort zone is, following my intuition to where there’s an abundance of joy waiting for me. Read more>>

Chris Sanchez | Veteran/ business owner

Risk-taking is a concept that I approach with a balanced perspective. While I acknowledge that risks inherently involve uncertainties and potential negative outcomes, I believe that calculated risks can lead to growth, personal development, and exciting opportunities. In my career, risk-taking has played a pivotal role in my professional growth. Read more>>

Jeff Garcia | Photographer & Printer

Life is all about the risks we take. I love taking risks. My life is a risk. Everything I do is because I have no idea what I’m doing. I am just winging it and am very blessed and lucky to be successful. My advice to everyone is to take more risks. Read more>>