Today we’d like to introduce you to Barry Brandon.
Thanks for sharing your story with us Barry. So, let’s start at the beginning, and we can move on from there.
I believe in the power of possibility, the power of the universe and the power of authentic living. Growing up, I essentially lived in hospitals due to my heart condition – having eight open-heart surgeries by the time I turned 27 and having been pronounced dead twice. Isn’t that crazy?! I was so restricted in what I could physically do because of my health, and I felt so stuck.
Seeing that my feelings of stuckness no longer served me, I took a plunge and moved to NYC where I worked for The London Hotel as a concierge. Escaping the cold and inspired by the culture and nightlife in NYC, I moved to Atlanta and began work in promotions, eventually producing my own queer-centric, all-inclusive events with the help of my friends. After years working as a promoter I entered into the world as a curator & producer working with agencies, I opted to start my own creative + experiential agency offering design, consulting + producing services.
Additionally, I oversee the Chicago market for the campaign “This Free Life” curating and producing experiences for the LBGTQIA+ community as well as joining forces with Jon Dean & WUSSY Mag in 2017. Our growth has been significant, and we are SOOOOOO excited to release Issue 5 of our Art Book come October.
Has it been a smooth road?
Being born with a congenital heart defect that called for 8 open-heart surgeries from 2 days old to 27 years old, not graduating from high school, not being in a position to attend college full time or learn any set skill was I used to believe was the challenge but once I finally felt healthy enough following my 8th surgery I came to the realization that my life had prepared me beyond measure for what my intention was.
I felt a sense that I could achieve anything, do anything, go anywhere and be free and that fearlessness stemmed from my condition, so for me, my limitations wound up becoming my greatest asset.
So, as you know, we’re impressed with For All Humans as well as WUSSY Mag – tell our readers more, for example, what you’re most proud of as a company and what sets you apart from others.
For All Humans is a Queer-Owned Creative + Experiential Agency self-produces brands & experiences and works with start-up and well-established businesses that seek strategic, impactful expansion.
WUSSY Mag:
Life, politics, art, and expression from the perspective of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Atlanta-based publication WUSSY has curated, produced + promoted the Queer Arts for over three years. In the works since 2012, WUSSY has garnered a dedicated following of readers who look to us for a curated, singular, Queer-centric point-of-view.
Part of our mission is to create spaces for Queer artists, and in keeping with that mission, we accept submissions from artists & writers around the world.
Let’s touch on your thoughts about our city – what do you like the most and least?
The weather is a huge plus for me. Mild enough winters are where it’s at. I love Piedmont Park and have been calling it a summer + spring home for almost a decade.
What I like least about the city is the lack of public transportation, the lack of locally owned boutiques and shops + lack of queer spaces.
Contact Info:
- Website: forallhumans.co + wussymag.com
- Phone: 7709129188
- Email: hello@forallhumans.co and info@wussymag.com
- Instagram: @forallhumans.co & @wussymag
- Facebook: @forallhumans.co & @wussymag
Image Credit:
Terra Smith, Lucy Stoole, Erik Michael Kommer, Savana Ogburn
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