live your knowing. trust your knowing.
the stories of the visionaries shaping culture behind the scenes.
all interviews conducted and released in 2019 and 2020. titles and companies have not been updated to reflect current positions.
originally ideated as “scene”, knowing place asked creatives and creative executives vulnerable questions: “when did you first feel seen — in your industry, and in your life? and when did you first see yourself?”
the evolution from scene to knowing came out of a newfound awareness:
while being seen by others is extremely important for external validation, the true ability to push the bounds of artistry and creative business comes from one’s knowing. that internal, intuitive flow that surpasses logic, reason, and understanding; the assertion of I am that, in fact, causes the masses to finally see..
these visionaries move from this place of knowing.
Profile 012: Corey Stokes, Fashion Director, High Snobiety
Corey Stokes is an independent stylist and Fashion Director for High Snobiety. We talk to him about his journey from Flint, Michigan, to New York, Paris, and the fashion world.
Profile 010: Eric McNeal, Independent Stylist
Eric McNeal is an artist whose medium is clothes. From visual identity for fashion brands to the world’s biggest red carpet moments, Eric discusses his commitment, vulnerability, and who he does this for.
Profile 009: Chris Chambers, Founder of The Chamber Group
Chris Chambers is the Founder of The Chambers Group, a PR agency whose strategic use music and fashion is a clear indicator of the knowledge and vision of Chris himself.
Profile 006: Ronald Burton III, Independent Stylist
Ronald Burton III, an independent stylist and former Fashion Director, creates opportunities of visibility in fashion for stories and faces otherwise obscured.
Profile 005: Clara Jeon, Founder, Chapter 2 Agency
Clara Jeon, the founder of Chapter 2 Agency, has launched the careers of everyone from Pyer Moss to Rhude. She discusses finding balance, diversity in fashion, and building a business.
Profile 004: Dario Calmese, Photographer + Academic
Dario Calmese, a photographer, academic, and brand consultant in New York discusses the importance of using all of his creative gifts and the power of being seen.
Profile 003: Jessica Willis, Independent Stylist
Jessica Willis, independent stylist based in New York, recounts the trajectory of her career — from working with a costuming collective for Lady Gaga to being on set with Solange — and the importance of Black visibility in fashion.