Meet Trailblazer Piera Moore

Today we’d like to introduce you to Piera Moore.

Piera, please share your story with us. How did you get to where you are today?
I was born a creator. I am an art director, visual artist, and model born and raised in Atlanta. This city influences my work heavily, from the basslines of a Young Thug song rattling in cars passing by, to the fast country lingo used amongst my friends and myself. My work is also informed by philosophical concepts and cinematographic imagery, allowing me to craft my own world within my art.

We’re always bombarded by how great it is to pursue your passion, etc. – but we’ve spoken with enough people to know that it’s not always easy. Overall, would you say things have been easy for you?
It isn’t always easy; however, you do find a way to make all of the obstacles make sense. Being a young artist is a challenge — as a 21-year-old and a senior in college I have yet to know a life where I am not constantly balancing my career and passion with school work. My biggest, most important piece of advice is to find beauty and inspiration in it all. Obstacles and struggles can be extremely frustrating, and it’s okay to accept that reality, however, find the force in it all that keeps you going and learning. Living life is the best teaching I’ve ever received.

We’d love to hear more about Slumpiera Art.
I’m an art director, visual artist, and model. Recently, my medium of choice was film photography, and I enjoy capturing everything and everyone from my family and friends, street shots of strangers (with permission, of course — it makes for a more meaningful interaction), and stylized portraits that I’ve directed. I love being able to share my world through my lens, and telling people about my reality, both the naturally occurring or thoroughly planned out. As an independent model, I also have the pleasure of directing and styling many of my own shoots, which allows great opportunities for collaboration with other creatives.

We’re interested to hear your thoughts on female leadership – in particular, what do you feel are the biggest barriers or obstacles?
Often, women are blocked from opportunities they deserve because some men, unfortunately, don’t see us as equal in intellect, creativity, or organization. I think a lot of these men are very comfortable working in spaces where the majority of important decisions are made by men. Some men also romanticize female artists, and rather than focusing on the value of their work; they sometimes focus too much on trying to date or flirt. We are here to create, so it stands as an insult to all that we do.

Contact Info:

• Website: pierapierapiera.com
• Email: contactyagirlpiera@gmail.com
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/slumpiera
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/Slumpiera-1979769755570238/
• Twitter: twitter.com/gucciwomane

Image Credit:
Gabri Mays, Autumnn Douglas, Cylantra Dees

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