Abby Wren- Different is Dope and Embracing Alopecia

Abby Wren is one of the world's most famous makeup artists and advocates for alopecia, which has lead her to live a life that is truly "one of one" (She's also my 5 year old daughter's favorite influencer)!Abby shares her journey of discovering her passion for makeup after losing her hair due to alopecia and how she transitioned from working on clients to using herself as a canvas - including her insane 31 Days of October challenge.   One of the most inspiring people on this planet, Abby truly lives out her motto "Different is Dope" - plus...she knows a lot of Montana trivia!  You won't want to miss this episode.   00:00 Introduction to Abby Wren 06:18 The Journey of Makeup and Alopecia 09:59 Transitioning to Self-Expression 18:31 Navigating Alopecia and Empowering Others 25:11 Creative Projects and Playfulness 27:31 Creative Collaboration and Growth 30:29 Evolving Identity as an Artist 32:50 Embracing Complexity and Authenticity 34:47 Recognition Through Authenticity 37:13 The Importance of Passion and Purpose 42:59 The 30 Days of October Challenge 49:05 Creative Process and Content Creation 54:21 Future Aspirations and Community Engagement