Hi Grady! Let’s start simple—where are you from, and what brought you to where you are today?

Well, I’m originally from Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, but I moved to Georgia in 2016 when my mom got a promotion at the CDC. It was right at the start of high school, so the timing wasn’t terrible. After high school, I went to the University of West Georgia for digital illustration but later transferred to the University of Wisconsin-Stout to study game design. Unfortunately, I went through a dark period during that time, and I decided to move back home, take a semester off, and refocus. I got a certificate in concept art from CG Spectrum and am now halfway through my bachelor’s degree in entrepreneurship at Kennesaw State University.

Q: How would you describe yourself?

I’d say I’m someone with a lot of passion who doesn’t always know how to channel it the right way. Case in point: I’ve played almost 9,000 games of Overwatch, Yes, 9,000 games. You do the math on how much time that is… its only 6750 hours….

Why did you decide to start this blog?

I created this blog as a digital journal. I have so many ideas and things I want to say, but I didn’t have a place to share them. Now I do! This blog is my space to brain dump, reflect, and connect with others. It’s also a way to keep myself accountable for the things I say I’ll do—and hopefully meet new people along the way!

What kinds of things can we expect to see on your blog?

I’ll be writing about game development, business ventures, personal growth, and creative projects. There’s so much I want to share, especially about the specific projects I’m working on, but I’ll hold off until the details are finalized.

Speaking of creative projects, what’s something exciting you’re working on right now?

My brand! I’m designing a contemporary phone case made entirely of metal. It’s sleek, functional, and built to last without any unnecessary bumps. not just a phone case— the phone case. The one phone case youll have to buy.

What’s a challenge you’ve faced in the past that shaped who you are today?

I struggled with depression during my time in Wisconsin. Being far from everything and everyone I knew made me feel isolated. Even though I lived with my best friend at the time, things weren’t the same between us, and it was tough. Moving back home was a turning point. It taught me that I can’t depend on others to create my happiness or let them control my emotions. I realized I needed to stand up for myself and take charge of my own life. Looking back, I’d say I’ve grown a lot since then.

If you could sum up your goal for this blog in one sentence, what would it be?

I want to share, grow, and inspire anyone who takes the time to read my posts.

Getting to Know Me: An Interview with Myself