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This week, we talk about the question: when is something good enough? This came about because I’ve been struggling to make some decisions around my signature course, Modern Mixed Media.
This week I chat with Richie about watercolour painting and why it can be such a helpful medium, even if you usually work with acrylics, oils, or other materials.
Join us for a conversation about taking small steps towards your dreams, no matter what stage of life or your creative career you’re at.
In this episode, Richie and I ponder the question: is this even an art podcast anymore? Over the years, the topics we discuss have widened to include more about lifestyle, health, family and relationships.
Today, Richie and I chat about how small acts of kindness can transform your creative practice. The idea for this conversation came about when I finally decided to clean and refresh my watercolour palettes.
We're back after nearly two years! In this more personal episode, we share why we stepped away from the podcast, the health journeys we've both been navigating, and how they've changed our approach to creativity.
Join us as we discuss the healing power of art and how creativity has helped us both process emotions, find mindfulness, and reconnect with our playful side.
Ever feel like you're constantly shifting between being an artist and wearing all the other hats that come with life and work?
Not all decisions can be made with logic or business in mind. Today, Richie and I chat about the importance of "what the heck moments".
Tune in to find out how I turned my mid-year panic into some mid-year progress. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed or just need a bit of motivation to stay on track, this episode is for you!
Discover ways to stay inspired, build compassion for quieter periods, honour your own rhythms, and continue seeking self-discovery and self-expression, even in small acts.
Feeling the pressure to figure out and define your art? What if you allowed yourself to play a little longer, to explore without constraints, and to gather inspiration from far and wide?
Today, we re-explore the main theme of this podcast’s season: “relaxation” and how valuing more R&R has improved our art practice, creative business, and well-being.
What happens when you've developed an art style but you're not feeling it anymore? Or maybe you’ve focused on teaching art, but now you want to teach the business side of art.
The beginning of the year is a time when many of us set big goals, but is this the best approach? Or are we setting ourselves up for failure? Could the answer lie in 'aiming to be average'?
Richie and I chat about showing up when you don’t feel like it and making the most of our very different personalities.
I have been exploring different ways to reduce stress and tension in my daily life. Tune in to find out more about the changes I have been making.
In this week’s episode, I am sharing posts and podcast episodes from other artists that have helped me to get out of a creative slump.
Find out where we have moved to, why we have made this change, and what it has been like to finally get those keys after months of anticipation!
This week we chat about the stress of moving house, our changing social media habits and why I am only working in my sketchbook for the month of October!
We were thinking about taking a break from the podcast and then we put in an offer on a new house. Now we are definitely taking a break!
What projects could you bring to fruition if you played the long game? A book, an exhibition, a podcast, an online course, a creative network …
Sometimes being an artist is hard. This week, I talk about the ups and downs of creative life and share a message of support to artists who are feeling discouraged or weary.
Join us as we chat about coronavirus, living under lockdown, and finding comfort in small things.
Is it a funk, is it exhaustion, is it burnout? What’s happening here? Why am I still in bed at lunchtime?
2019 has certainly delivered many a-ha moments. From finding my social media sweet spot to figuring out what my art is about (well kinda) …
Procrastination almost got the better of me last week. My schedule was clear; we were all set to film an online class, but suddenly I felt compelled to vacuum.
After a busy period, it’s time to reset. Today I am sharing my top tips for recharging the batteries and getting ready for the next phase of creative work.
How do you navigate the ebb and flow of creative life, get past slumps, and make the most of the times when you are at your best?
Are you a lover of lists, a creature of habit, or more free-flowing in how you go about your days? Today we’re talking about different working styles and how they have both served and hindered us at different times.