Who? Leslynette, 30
Where? I am from Bayamón, Puerto Rico (born + raised) and currently live in Brooklyn, New York.
What do you do? I am a Graphic Designer and Production Assistant at a printing and design company in Tribeca, New York; and also do freelance with the hopes of one day having my own design firm and shop!
What inspires you? My country with its vivid colors, strength, and serenity. My family who always supported and believed in me...but especially my mother because for me she represents love, freedom, kindness, peace and selflessness...I am very lucky to have her as my mother. I am also inspired by my amazing boyfriend who has a heart of gold, my friends, nature, good and smart design, the world, people and by the streets of New York.
Why are you fly? I am fly because I have been working all my life to achieve my dreams and besides being scared I never quit...it was not an option for me! I am half way there but I believe in myself. I am a dreamer. I am a designer. I love. I have a family. I am alive!
Advice: Never give up!, always believe in yourself...that is the key! Be kind to everyone, inform yourself, love, research, read, plan, listen and work hard!... be surrounded by positive people!
