Gregory Mansfield: Charm, Intelligence, & Determination

Full Name: Gregory L. Mansfield Jr.

Classification: Junior

Hometown: Indianapolis, IN

Major: Art / Concentration in Advertising

Campus Organizations involved in: CAU Honors Program, CAU Royal Court-Royal Gent 7 Student Government Association, House of Delicate School of Education 2016-17 committee, 2016-17 Campus mentor for Think Safe Ambassador Program (a program under the White House Initiative HBCU All Star Program) and Intramural basketball.

What are some major accomplishments you’ve achieved so far here at CAU, or in your life?  Some major accomplishments I’ve achieved here at CAU I would say, being able to have the privilege of being a royal gent, setting a standard for other men who come after in hopes of being looked at or seen as a male leader. I’ve achieved dean’s list for two semester as a transfer student with a GPA of 3.8.  Also being awarded scholarships through alumni of Clark Atlanta University. Another would be being a part of the honors program while achieving my degree here at Clark Atlanta University. I’ve also received an internship here in Atlanta at an entertainment business titled Icon Studios.  Regarding accomplishments, I’m a professional Graphic Designer. I have a job as a graphic designer for a organization here in Atlanta also, which is titled Informed Organization. I’ve achieved the opportunity to also be a graphic design sponsor for a nonprofit organization located in Indianapolis titled Dream Teens of Indy. This organization is targeted towards the youth of the city of Indianapolis. There’s also more as far as life goes. I own my own business titled GMGrpahics where I fulfill the vision of clients along with other business and or companies. Whether it’s flyers, posters, logo designs etc.

While I snooped around on your Instagram I realized that you are into art. Is art a huge way to express yourself and why? As you now know art is my major. So art in my opinion is more than just a simple drawing, painting, and just a picture. It’s more to art than what others think and realize. Yes, it’s an artistic expression but it also allows us to give others insight to feelings that no one but you can feel and its relaxing. When I say this I mean that the feelings you get when you look at art will be different then someone else who viewed the same piece of work you just saw. Being able to make someone encounter a certain type of feeling by viewing a picture I say is powerful, emotional power that is. Art will forever be and my art will speak to those who allow it.  Art is therapy believe it or not. 

After you graduate from CAU, what do you see yourself doing? Typical answer would be I see myself with a nice job, pays well and living nice. Although all that is true (lol) its mediocre to say. This is what I will say though, I see myself owning a collective amount of franchises and becoming a big investor. With that said I will not be working for others, I’ll be the overlook of my own establishments. 

What is one piece of advice that you can offer to anyone? One piece of advice I would offer anyone would be, do not be hesitant to fail, reason I say this is because without failure you’ll never be where your intended to be. I say that to say I have always been hesitant to fail, I’ve never wanted to fail at anything but, I’m glad I did. It helped me not only as a person but spiritually as well. It made me work and I’ve proven many wrong and I continue to prove those wrong even until this very day. So I say take this quote which was told to me, ‘”Failure is success that hasn’t happened yet.”

What is one thing you want everyone to know about you? One thing I would say is, I want others to know that I’m loyal to everyone who deserves it and I don’t use that word loosely. So that lets you know it isn’t giving often.

If you could be a celebrity, who would it be and why? Honestly, no one. Lol, I’d rather wait and see God’s plans for me, who knows maybe I’ll be someone else’s answer to this question year from now.

We’ve seen you on campus and have noticed you have great taste in fashion and music, can you share your personal style choices and music? I’m very chill most of the time but at the same time I enjoy the clean precise look. I prefer the details in apparel meaning I enjoy when everything fits and comes together. Not too much, just enough to complete an outfit. Music wise I enjoy real music. The regular hip hop, R&B, and gospel of course got to keep a personal slot for that one. Lol. But yea, I’m very versatile when it comes to music. What I normally find myself listening to while doing art is the early 90’s and old school R&B classics. You know, the ones where your aunt, uncle, mom and pops used to play while playing spades late nights lol or dominos. I’m sure you get it lol. But yea, I like to feel I have an old soul.

What is your number one rule when it comes to your fashion? Be neat. That’s it.

So if you didn’t know by now, you’re eye candy for the ladies. A question the ladies must know is if you are single, and what do you look for when you are dating?Lol, I’m actually unavailable. When dating I’m actually picky sad to say, I’m not your average man. So I look for the woman to first off, know what she’s worth and how valuable she is. Once she knows that about herself then I feel like we can further something. I look for her to be in tune with herself, spiritually, emotionally, and physically. I look for the woman to be self reliant but also open to help if need be. Personality has to be one of a kind. If the woman’s personality isn’t right she’s not right within and that’s me being real. Confidence, beauty, health, and attitude are important. A person’s attitude can make or break a person in my eyes. I also look for loyalty and respect, not just to me but to herself. If she doesn’t respect herself then no one else can and or will.

Those eyes and that smile ladies, whew! It was a pleasure interviewing you, Greg.

For more information and to follow up on Greg, follow him on Instagram at @mr.gtank and for business inquires contact him via instagram @gmgraphics