Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Tyler Visions. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.
Tyler, so great to have you with us and we want to jump right into a really important question. In recent years, it’s become so clear that we’re living through a time where so many folks are lacking self-confidence and self-esteem. So, we’d love to hear about your journey and how you developed your self-confidence and self-esteem.
My confidence really started to grow when I landed my first job out of college. Up until then, I was hustling just to get by, so finally being able to make a living and afford the things I wanted felt like a huge turning point. It was also incredibly validating to know that someone thought I was good enough to hire based on my design skills. Getting to put what I had learned into action in the real world made all the years of hard work feel worth it.
I was attending college full time and working a part time job in LA, but it still was not enough to cover the cost of housing. I knew I wanted to stay in school and remain in the city, yet financial aid barely made a dent in what I needed to get by. So I made the choice to live out of my car. It was humbling and sometimes embarrassing, and I often found myself making excuses to avoid situations where people might find out. But when I finally finished school, moved into my own place, and looked back at what I had overcome, I felt a deep sense of pride. Choosing to push through something that difficult showed me what I was truly capable of.
Today, staying active is one of the biggest things that keeps my confidence strong. Going to the gym and keeping a routine not only helps me physically but also clears my mind. It sets the tone for my weeks and allows me to truly relax on my downtime without feeling like I am falling behind. Those habits keep me balanced and remind me to appreciate where I am now.
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 3D artist and designer based in Los Angeles, creating animations and product visuals that make people stop scrolling. I work with brands to showcase their products in ways that feel real, engaging, and memorable. My goal is to create visuals that go beyond simply showing a product. I want to make something that feels alive, draws people in, and leaves a lasting impression. Every project is built around delivering that oddly satisfying feeling that makes people want to watch again and again.
What keeps me growing is staying curious and willing to try new things. I like playing around with different ways to light a scene, test new animation styles, or tweak small details until they feel just right. A lot of it is me experimenting to see what works, but it is also about finding techniques that make my work stronger for the brands I collaborate with. Every time I learn something new, it gives me another tool to make a project stand out and feel unique to that client.
For me, it is never just about the visuals. I want every animation to feel like an experience, even if it lasts only a few seconds. When someone tells me my work made them stop scrolling because it just felt right, that is the ultimate validation.
Looking ahead, I am committed to raising the bar with each project, taking on collaborations with brands that value creativity, and expanding my reach so I can share my work with an even larger audience. Every project is an opportunity to push my craft forward, and I am excited to see where that leads
If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?
Looking back, the three things that shaped my journey were taking risks, learning to be resourceful, and staying consistent.
Taking risks was the first big one. Moving to LA with nothing but what I could fit in my car was a gamble. I didn’t have everything figured out, but I believed I’d figure it out as I went. That mindset of just going for it, even when the outcome isn’t clear, opened doors I never would’ve found if I played it safe.
The second thing was learning to be resourceful. When you’re living out of your car while trying to get through school, you figure out quickly how to make the most out of what little you have. I learned to stretch every dollar, find creative solutions, and use every bit of time to better myself. That resourcefulness still helps me today, whether it’s solving a technical problem in 3D or finding a way to make a project work under tight deadlines.
The third thing was consistency. There were so many moments when it would have been easy to slow down or settle, but showing up day after day is what kept me moving forward. Consistency compounds, and eventually, you look back and realize how far you’ve come.
For anyone just starting out, my advice is simple. Don’t wait until you “feel ready”, you’ll never feel one hundred percent ready. Start now, take risks, and learn along the way. Use what you have, even if it’s not much, and keep showing up for yourself. The progress might feel slow at first, but it builds, and one day you’ll see how much it all adds up.
As we end our chat, is there a book you can leave people with that’s been meaningful to you and your development?
One book that really stuck with me is Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki. It completely changed the way I think about money and, more importantly, the value of investing in yourself.
The biggest thing I took from it is that your mindset around money shapes your future. The book talks a lot about how assets and liabilities work, but what resonated with me most was the idea that your skills, knowledge, and experiences are your greatest assets. That hit home for me because throughout my journey, the times I grew the most were when I chose to invest in myself, whether that was spending extra time learning new software, buying courses I could barely afford at the time, or just putting myself in situations where I had to grow.
Another nugget that stuck with me was not being afraid to take calculated risks. Playing it safe might feel comfortable, but it rarely leads to big changes. Moving to LA and pursuing my career was the biggest risk I’ve ever taken, but it taught me that betting on yourself is worth it.
The book reinforced what I had already been learning through experience: if you keep sharpening your skills and putting yourself in positions to grow, opportunities will follow. Investing in yourself is the one thing no one can take away from you, and it pays off for the rest of your life.
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