Today we’d like to introduce you to O’Brian Jones.
O’Brian Jones is a highly motivated, self-taught artist born and raised in the small town of Grady, Arkansas. A place I called home for so many years. Although I loved the small hometown feeling of Grady, as I grew up and started making decisions and changes that would help shape my future, I knew I wanted more. Eager for a fresh new start in city not too far from home, I decided to move to a city that has always sparked my interest, Dallas, TX.
After getting settled and starting my new job in Dallas, I quickly realized my entrepreneurial spirit would not allow me to stay in Corporate America for too long. At that point, my priorities shifted and I realized working a 9 to 5 was simply a stepping stone that would help me elevate to the next level. A few years later I took a leap of faith and decided to become my own boss so I would be able to focus on bringing my passion for art to life. For me, art is a form of expression so I just started illustrating my visions and feeling onto a blank canvas. After creating a few pieces, I decided to start sharing my art on social media for the world to see. That’s how I grew my client base.
Great, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Not at all. Starting out, I definitely considered myself a struggling artist. There was a time on my journey to becoming my own boss where I had to temporarily go back to working a 9 to 5 just to make ends meet. It wasn’t a part of my plan but in the back of my mind I knew it was part of a bigger plan. Plus, I was too determined not to let a temporary setback stop me from pursuing my true passion, Art. Even when I jumped back into creating art full-time some pieces would not sell or an order from a client would be canceled which was a financial loss on my end. Some days I felt defeated but I knew there would be days that were tougher than others when I started this journey so I just continued to pray to God and kept focusing on how to take my business to the next level. When I see my art displayed in the businesses and homes of my clients, it makes me so proud because it checks the box of my original goal, which is to make meaningful pieces of art that people will want to display for the world to see. This also confirms, for me, I am doing what I’m am truly passionate about. Everyday I feel like this is the purpose I am here to serve. Art has no limits and I’m always willing to take risks to bring my vision to life. Sure I made a lot of mistakes but I was able to learn from those mistakes, make any necessary adjustments and create something even better than before.
We’d love to hear more about your art.
The name of my business is OBJ Art. I specialize in creating meaningful works of art that are inspired by the internal connection of my heart as well as the vision of my clients. I created an Instagram account, @obj_art1, where I display my work. It’s a great resources for those who would like to see my past creations and learn more about the types of art I create.
What moment in your career do you look back most fondly on?
The proudest moment of my career is knowing that I’ve created well over 600 on of a kind pieces, as well as being an inspiration to other artists! Being able to leave my 9 to 5 and become an entrepreneur has really inspired me to keep going. I keep proving to myself that I can do anything I put my mind to and I allow my art to be my voice.
Contact Info:
- Email: obj.art1@gmail.com
- Instagram: https://www.
instagram.com/obj_art1/?hl=en - Facebook: https://m.facebook.
com/obsart2488/
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