We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Vita Solzberg. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Vita below.
Vita, we’re thrilled to have you on our platform and we think there is so much folks can learn from you and your story. Something that matters deeply to us is living a life and leading a career filled with purpose and so let’s start by chatting about how you found your purpose.
Through my life, I’ve believed that to live a better life one should live their purpose. Lately, I’ve come to think that the true purpose of life might actually be finding what is our purpose. Finding ourselves. Almost a grand “Know Thyself,” if you will. Discovering, what I’ve been made for. Now, at 58, I’m confident that I’ve finally understood who I am and what for I’m here. I don’t wish I’d reached this realization sooner; the timing feels just right, and I’m excited to see the open road ahead. I’ve always loved a good drive through life, though flying is a favorite as well.
Looking back, I see that my purpose, even though I didn’t realize it then, has been steering me all along. I’ve tried many jobs and gained a wide variety of experiences—always unafraid to fail or explore new territory. I often wondered why the universe kept putting me in such diverse situations and why I was learning so many different skills. But now, it’s clear: the task I was born with wasn’t easy to achieve back then (the society was not ready). My way was like an unknown trail in a Chaotic forest. Yet, my future was always there, it dragged me forward, filled me with the skills I’d need at the right time—when both I and the world would be ready.
In the end, I believe we each have a purpose set within us from the start. There’s no need to search for it, unless you are curios and like to understand things you deal with. What we need is living with trust (or, even better, the knowledge) that you are being guided by your true purpose toward fulfillment. Seek fulfillment, and your purpose will act as your life’s cruise control.
Let’s take a small detour – maybe you can share a bit about yourself before we dive back into some of the other questions we had for you?
As Art Director at DeepARTment, I’m responsible for developing creative programs that support our members, artists, and community. DeepARTment is a vibrant, young non-profit dedicated to helping underrepresented artists thrive, with a special focus on new immigrants from Eastern Europe who are escaping the impacts of war and authoritarian regimes like those of Putin and Lukashenko.
As an artist myself, I created a unique art form called Fractus, and as someone who also had to relocate due to political circumstances, I deeply understand the challenges of immigration. I want to help others overcome these hardships and quickly find their footing, so they can spread their creative wings with ease. In essence, I’m an artist dedicated to creating artistic programs that empower other artists. My guiding motto is, Art is the soul of humanity.
Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?
The qualities I’ve developed along the way are unique to me; they might not be essential or even suitable for everyone. But there’s one piece of advice I share with my son, a member of Gen Z, who is thriving in his dream job—a path he’s been passionate about since he was just eight. I tell him, “Follow what feels right, guided by emotion rather than mind, and stay true to your priorities.” This isn’t about being self-centered if one prioritizing values like fairness over falsehood, art over vulgarity, and creation over neglect.
How can folks who want to work with you connect?
I’m open to new partnerships and almost always, meeting new people, find myself wondering how we can work together to bring someone’s dream to life in a way that benefits both sides. Now, in my role at DeepARTment, this focus has only sharpened, and I’m especially drawn to individuals with a genuine passion for art and community. We at DeepARTment welcome all those who aim to make an impact—whether they’re art creators, gallerists, filmmakers, designers, promoters, web managers, or art therapists.
If this resonates with you, please explore our world at DeepARTment. If you feel a connection with our vision, then head to the Forms page and use any form there to introduce yourself. We’d love to hear from you!
Contact Info:
- Website: https://art-dep.org
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fractal_living/
Image Credits
VIta Solzberg
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