The Futur with Chris Do 125 - Find Your Creative Courage — with Mario Quezada
Mar 17, 2021
Mario Quezada, a brand strategist and design agency owner from Honolulu, shares his journey of courage and resilience in the creative field. He and Chris Do discuss their challenging experiences with racism and the transformative power of creativity at Art Center College of Design. They reflect on embracing uncertainty and the importance of mindset in overcoming obstacles. The conversation highlights how personal struggles shape identity and the value of grit in achieving success, underscoring that courage is essential in the pursuit of one's passion.
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Accidental ArtCenter
- Chris Do's path to ArtCenter was a series of coincidences, starting with a silk-screening job.
- Unaware of its prestige, he declared his intention to attend, receiving surprised reactions that fueled his decision.
Ignorance as an Asset
- Chris Do's ignorance about ArtCenter's difficulty played in his favor, eliminating fear of rejection.
- His unwavering belief in his acceptance, despite lacking information about tuition or admission requirements, proved crucial.
Preemptive Scholarship
- Chris Do applied for an ArtCenter scholarship before even getting accepted, demonstrating his unwavering belief in his path.
- He pieced together tuition through the scholarship, a loan, and credit cards, highlighting his resourcefulness.