By Angela Tafoya, Photographed by Maria del Rio

How have you seen the platform or the content change since you first
started?
"I think the most obvious change is that the platform has now become a
marketing tool, and even a sales tool, for a lot of businesses and blogs.
The immense amount of traffic and exposure Pinterest can bring makes it
a really attractive platform — if you do it right, that is. As for the content, I
used to see a lot more of photography and arts and design, but now there
are a lot more products and info-sharing pins like how-to tutorials, tips, and
advice. I don’t think there’s anything wrong with that — but, at the same
time, I think the platform has lost its innocence. I also feel like the platform
is starting to replace other bookmarking tools in the market."
What’s your favorite subject-slash-category to pin?
"It’s funny, I thought I would be pinning more on fashion and trends when
I first started. Instead, some of my favorite boards to pin are entertaining
ideas, decor for the home, home interiors, nursery and kids, grub, sweet
treats, and DIY — that last one is surprising because I'm not a crafty person
at all. I never thought I would attempt DIYs, but it turns out to be one of my
favorite boards to pin."
Where else do you go to find online inspiration?
"I certainly follow a few fashion, home, and lifestyle blogs for inspiration, but
I try not to go overboard. Other than that, I don’t have any specific site
I go to for inspiration. There are certain people I trust on Twitter and
Facebook, and I would discover content from the links they share. Also, I
find inspiration and discoveries through Instagram."
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in NYC