Wyntress X’ion shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.
Wyntress, a huge thanks to you for investing the time to share your wisdom with those who are seeking it. We think it’s so important for us to share stories with our neighbors, friends and community because knowledge multiples when we share with each other. Let’s jump in: Have any recent moments made you laugh or feel proud?
Honestly, yeah — a few moments lately have made me stop and just smile . My most recent art installment at The Breakfast Klub definitely made me feel proud seeing my work up in a space that’s such a staple in Houston meant a lot. It wasn’t just about the art itself, but what it represents the growth, consistency, and staying true to my story. And then there are those moments that just make me laugh — usually with people who bring good energy, where the vibe is effortless. Those little moments remind me I’m evolving, but still grounded enough to enjoy the ride.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Sure thing, my name Wyntress X’ion , I am a Houston native, visual artist, and storyteller. My work lives at the intersection of color, emotion, and transformation. I paint using repurposed materials, fabrics, and vibrant tones to create pieces that feel alive — like they’ve got their own heartbeat. My brand is really an extension of my journey it’s about turning pain, growth, and experience into art that people can feel.
What makes my work unique is the energy behind it every piece carries a story, a moment of reflection, or a reminder to keep evolving. Lately, I’ve been expanding into wearable art and immersive installations, like my most recent piece at The Breakfast Klub. Right now, I’m focused on blending digital and physical art spaces connecting creativity, technology, and storytelling in new ways that speak to both the soul and the city.
Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. Who saw you clearly before you could see yourself?
Honestly, my grandmother and my mother saw me clearly before I ever really saw myself. My grandmother had this calm way of reminding me who I was, even when I was lost in the noise. She saw my strength and my light before I knew how to use them. My mother saw my creative side early on — the way I’d get lost in colors, textures, or ideas and she always made space for that she was the first artist I knew. Between the two of them, they laid the foundation for everything I’ve become. They saw the artist, the fighter, and the dreamer in me long before I had the confidence to claim it.
What did suffering teach you that success never could?
Suffering taught me everything success never could. When I lost basketball something I thought defined me — it cracked me open. That loss pushed me into the streets, into survival mode, where I learned about people, energy, and myself in a raw, unfiltered way. There were lessons there that no trophy or highlight reel could’ve given me.
Pain made me slow down long enough to hear my own voice. It stripped away the noise and the ego. It taught me how to rebuild, how to see beauty in brokenness, and how to turn all that chaos into color. Now, as an artist, I’m still figuring it out still learning to translate those experiences into something that speaks to people. But that’s the gift suffering gave me: it made the work real. It gave it soul.
I think our readers would appreciate hearing more about your values and what you think matters in life and career, etc. So our next question is along those lines. Whom do you admire for their character, not their power?
I admire my friends Candyss and Sam — not for any kind of status or power, but for their character. Candyss has this grounded strength, the kind that doesn’t need to be loud to be felt. She’s honest, steady, and has a way of reminding you of your purpose without saying too much. Sam, on the other hand, carries this quiet resilience no matter what life throws her way she still shows up with heart, humor, and perspective. They both reflect what I value most in people: authenticity, loyalty, and the ability to stay solid when life tests you.
Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?
I hope people say I lived with purpose — that I turned my pain into something beautiful and gave others permission to do the same. That I created from a real place, not chasing perfection but truth. I want them to remember that I showed up as myself raw, evolving, and still willing to love through it all. That I built bridges between art, spirit, and community, and left something behind that made people feel seen. If that’s the story they tell, then I did what I came here to do.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.wyntressxion.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wyntressxion
Image Credits
Alexandre Rosa
