Interdisciplinary Artist Elisa Jimenez

This episode features my interview with Elisa Victoria Jimenez – one of the most unique human beings I’ve ever met.  I interviewed Elisa in New York in late 2019.  My daughter, Danielle, worked with her as part of her internship with the New York Arts Program.  A solo entrepreneur for more than 25 years, Elisa Jimenez decided at the age of 15 that her life would be her greatest work of art. She's interested in the relationship between art, life and humanity.  

If you follow fashion - you might recognize Jimenez from her work with celebrity clients like Cher, Courtney Love, Sarah Jessica Parker, Serena Williams and more.  She makes spontaneous… on-the-spot couture, sewing with monofilament or fishing line.   Over the years, her designs have graced the pages of Vogue, Harpers Bazaar and Elle.  Elisa is also a Project Runway alum.  Her creative roots run deep - she’s the daughter of  famed designer and fine artist Vicky Balcou and the late internationally known sculptor Luis Jimenez. 

Key Takeaways

·      Where you spend your money matters.

·      Change is the only constant.

·      Learn about business and then you tweak it so it’s socially relevant.  

·      Empathy is a lost art.
 

“Keep change as your best friend, Elisa,  and the unknown as your constant lover.  If you know this about life, you will be better for it.”  – Words of wisdom from mother Vicky Balcou to daughter Elisa Jimenez.  

 Resources 

Elisajimenez.com

@elisajimeneznyc

https://shor.by/ElisaJimenez

You can connect with me via email at [email protected] or on Instagram @judyoskam and Twitter @judyoskam

 

 

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