THE CANVAS: LOS ANGELES

Art is what you make it, and these self-made artists can’t fake it. Step into their world. Rapper, Thousand, shares how his difficult upbringing and consistency launched his Rap career. Be sure to check out Thousand on Instagram @1000sworld

Art is what you make it, and these self-made artists can’t fake it. Step into their world. Artist, Fern, shares how starting on Tumblr eventually turned into inspiring people with his art. Be sure to check out Fern on Instagram @24K_Fern

Art is what you make it, and these self-made artists can’t fake it. Step into their world. Filmmaker, photographer and graphic designer Rene Casamalhuapa also known as Doc shares how following his "untraditional" passion created his career.

Art is what you make it, and these self-made artists can’t fake it. Step into their world. Artist, producer and music producer Chapter 3, shares how his difficult childhood eventually turned into him inspiring people with both his art and music. Be sure to check out Chapter 3 on Instagram @Chapter_Tres

Art is what you make it, and these self-made artists can’t fake it. Step into their world. Photographer Nopalito shares how his tells raw and authentic following his "untraditional" passion created his career.

Art is what you make it, and these self-made artists can’t fake it. Step into their world. Artist, designed and creator of VidaKush, Rhianna, shares how her obsession with jewelry turned into her own jewelry line. difficult. Be sure to check out VidaKush on Instagram @vidakush

Clothing designer, Buchie, shares how his passion turned into his clothing brand.