Meet Reese Howe

We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Reese Howe a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Hi Reese, great to have you with us today and excited to have you share your wisdom with our readers. Over the years, after speaking with countless do-ers, makers, builders, entrepreneurs, artists and more we’ve noticed that the ability to take risks is central to almost all stories of triumph and so we’re really interested in hearing about your journey with risk and how you developed your risk-taking ability.

I’ve learned to take risks because life has shown me I have nothing to lose. As I grow older and time moves faster, each setback reminds me to live fully and without hesitation. For me, that means diving headfirst into what I love most. Even if no one else sees it, creating art with complete authenticity keeps me grounded and alive. Every challenge and disappointment has taught me that something better always waits on the horizon. It has to—because the growth I experience through moments of struggle always opens the door to new perspective and transformation.

Appreciate the insights and wisdom. Before we dig deeper and ask you about the skills that matter and more, maybe you can tell our readers about yourself?

I am a multidisciplinary artist, published author, and gardener. My work bridges creativity, nature, and holistic living. I grow and cultivate over 60 varieties of flower essences, drawing on their healing and spiritual properties that inspire both my art and writing. The flowers in my work are drawn with inks I have created with plants in my garden. I’m a pioneer of the holistic beauty movement, and I have dedicated my career redefining beauty as a practice of wellness, balance, and connection to the natural world. In addition to my creative pursuits, I work as a freelance artist, bringing my unique vision and intuitive sense of harmony into my collaborations. My work reflects a deep reverence for plants, storytelling, and the timeless wisdom of nature, offering pathways to self-discovery, healing, and authentic expression.

If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?

I am a true entrepreneur. As a late Gen Xer or early millennial, my philosophy and approach to life align closely with the energy and perspective of today’s generation—especially women. I have always believed that if you can’t find what you’re looking for, create it.

My journey began in the late 1990s when I became a self-employed freelance artist and business owner with my own brick-and-mortar space. I built the energy and foundation that allowed me to grow, connect, and contribute to my community. That entrepreneurial spirit taught me how to adapt, evolve, and lead with creativity.

Today, technology and modern philosophy have transformed how we pursue our dreams. I see people fulfilling their purpose through the Internet—being resourceful, innovative, and fearless. The opportunities that once defined success belong to the past; now, we must reinvent ourselves to stay fulfilled and relevant.

I believe that standing out comes from authenticity. Stay open, stay true to yourself, trust your instincts, and never give up on your dreams—for anyone or anythin

Before we go, maybe you can tell us a bit about your parents and what you feel was the most impactful thing they did for you?

The most impactful thing my parents did for me was give me the freedom to figure out who I am and where I’m going—without guidance or interference. Both of my parents were artists. My mother, who has since passed, was a true entrepreneur. She always worked for herself and expressed her creativity through singing, dancing, photography, and painting. She lived fully in her own world, completely immersed in her art. My father shared that same self-focused, artistic nature, and together they created a dynamic that constantly pushed and pulled.

For much of my life, I felt misunderstood by them. I grew up in the hippie movement and rebelled as a punk rock teenager in the late ’80s and early ’90s. That rebellion widened the gap between us, but it also gave me something invaluable—it forced me to discover my individuality. I learned to assert my creativity, to challenge the belief systems I inherited, and to define myself on my own terms.

Despite our differences, my parents taught me one lesson that still guides me today: live authentically and immerse yourself completely in your purpose. Just as they did with their art, I strive to do with my life.

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