Artist Anonymous Club

Nate chats with Sarah Cleave, Founder of Gizzy Local, about her mission to make creativity more accessible and inclusive through the platform. She reflects on her decision to step away from Gizzy Local, sharing how a deep conversation with her partner during the second lockdown inspired her to consider moving overseas and how that conversation sparked her desire to follow her own artistic path. Sarah also reflects on how her accidents taught her to slow down and focus on what truly matters in life. We discuss parenting and how it has led them to rethink priorities and consider the needs of others more, as well as Sarah's approach to managing screen time for her kids, and prioritising creativity. We talk about how busy, high-energy lives can limit space for calm and personal growth and lastly the importance of patience, not just with others but also with the creative process.

Nate chats with Valerie, an artist who primarily works as a painter. She shares how she discovered painting and reflects on the early years of her artistic journey. Valerie offers up advice to the young kid who aspires to be a fine artist, drawing from her own experiences. They discuss her latest body of work, recently showcased at PAULNACHE, exploring how the collection came to life and evolved over time. The conversation also delves into the creative process, including the delicate balance and intuition required to know when a painting is truly finished. Check out Valerie on Instagram @valerie__bos More of her work on www.paulnache.com/valeriebos

Nate chats with Ellen, a photographer and co-owner of Zephyr. We discuss the differences between being a working photographer and an artist photographer and how she identifies herself. Ellen shares her unconventional path to studying photography and the rise of her popularity on Instagram in its early days, which led to her first photography job. We explore the progression of her photography, her evolving mindset, and the challenges of turning a passion into a profession. Ellen reflects on the feeling of creating for others and the lack of time for personal creativity, the differences between film and digital photography, and what she enjoys about each. We also discuss the feeling of envy towards others' work and the acknowledge that it's about the journey, not the destination. Check out Ellen Taylor on Instagram @ellenmarytaylor @ellenmaryphoto @zephyr.wainui Website www.ellenmarytaylor.co.nz

Nate chats with Tiago, videographer and co-owner of Zephyr. Tiago shares his journey of co-creating the café Zephyr and where it all began for him. He discusses transforming his hobby for video into a paid profession, shifting his mindset from hyper-productivity to being more present. He shares his experience of doing a 10-day Vipassana meditation retreat and the insights he gained from it. He talks about coming to terms with being confident in calling himself an artist. Additionally, he talks about going down the path of social media and being smart about how we use it. Go check his work out: @tiagosfilms @zephyr.wainui @plantbased.community Website: https://www.tiagokerber.com/

Nate chats with Chanté, one half of the DJ duo, DJsDAMMIT. We share what it was like growing up as a creative in the small town of Gisborne. Having dreams after high school of running away to Europe to be a musician. Her relationship with music and her parents not wanting her to pursue it. She shares how she became a DJ and what it's like working creatively as a DJ duo and we also go into spirituality, as she goes through my birth chart. Check DJsDAMMIT out on Instagram ⁠@djsdammit

Nate chats with Jark Pane, a glass artist under Soraa Glass. She shares what it was like growing up and being classically trained in piano, with traditional Korean parents. Her journey of creating a community driven creative space with her friend called 'Yes Collective' over 10 years ago. How she began being a glass artist and wanting to do something new after graduating from her Graphic Design degree. Enjoying the balance of having a full time job and how that removes the pressures of having to fufill orders for her work. What her future for Soraa Glass entails, her love of experiencing other people's work/mediums, and how that inspires collaboration. Check Jark Pane out on Instagram @soraa.glass Stocklist www.kaukau.co.nz/collections/soraa-glasswww.theduo.co.nz/collections/soraa-glass Website www.soraa.glass/

Nate chats with Sam, an artist, one half of the DJ duo, DJsDammit, and apprentice tiler. She shares her life journey before landing in Gisborne and becoming a tiler. The differences between manifesting romantic and creative intentions. Creating from an emotional state and that being a way of processing. How her DJ journey began, keeping that playfulness and just saying yes to opportunities. Her experiences going into a male-dominated industry and what she does in times of self-doubt. And about cultural identity and giving up parts of your own culture to assimilate to your new place. Check Sam out on Instagram Art @unsampled.artDJs Dammit @djsdammitApprentice tiler @koru.studio DjsDammit are playing at Dome Cinema 17th Feb 2024

Nikita chats to Nate, the host of Artist Anonymous Club. We flipped this episode and hear a little more about myself. I get to share what creative endeavours are currently loud in my life. How I felt taking on Tatapouri Bay and ignoring my past creative pulls. How It feels to be in a creative state and the way I think about all of my crafts. And having moments of writing out visions and those manifesting within my life. Follow Nate @studiofoons Follow Nikita @nikita_tu_bryant (Upcoming shows: Shipwreckd & Splore)

Nate chats with Jade, a contemporary hip-hop dancer. She shares her experience of making changes to people's confidence at Honeypot Dance Studios and discussing her progression within Honeypot the journey of being a teacher. She delves into following one's passion and desires, and the challenges of relocating while being in a relationship. Coming to New Zealand and feeling a strong connection with her Maori culture and the magical experiences within that context. And touches on the process of learning about ourselves, acknowledging the power of our subconscious, and realising our full potential. Check Jade out on Instagram: @bumblebeeebum @honeypot.wellington

Nate chats to Petra, A drone photographer. She shares the pros of having a home that doubles as a studio space, her ongoing learning process and being a natural problem-solving. She expresses a constant drive for her art, always aiming to outdo her previous work. Navigating the drone photography industry and notes the gatekeeping tendencies. And reflects on the pivotal moment in her life, which was the passing of her father, a time that made her realise that nothing else truly matters except pursuing what she loves. Check/follow her work! Instagram/Facebook: @petraleary www.petraleary.com #artistanonymousclub⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#artistpodcast⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#artpodcast⁠⁠

Nate chats to Jeff, a brother from another mother and musician under Goodspace. He talks about not holding onto work and it not being too precious, as there is a lifetime of art to create. Self-promotion and reimagining his relationship with social media and learning to make it fun for himself. He shares how Vipassana is the anchor for his creative work and creating music that comes from a place of acceptance rather than suffering. And we share stories of blending in and standing out while growing up as Chinese in New Zealand. Instagram/Facebook: @goodspacemusic Spotify: Goodspace#artistanonymousclub⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#artistpodcast⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#artpodcast⁠⁠

Nate Chats to Kelly, an illustrator and muralist under Kellsunshine. She shares her journey of transitioning from illustration to murals. Opting out of imposter syndrome, and not letting herself go down that path. Working as a full-time and it never leaving you compared to a normal 9 to 5 job. Not letting herself be spread too thin by going deep into other art forms. And her struggle with grounding when she was younger to moving back home and the importance of place. Follow Kelly Spencer (Kellsunshine) Instagram/Facebook: @kell.sunshine Website: www.kellsunshine.com

Nate chats with Scott, a visual artist and log enthusiast, he shares his journey of putting art on pause for travel, with the certainty that he would one day fully commit to being an artist. He reflects on his wild, young artist days and his addictions at that time. The importance of a supportive partner and their belief in your artistic journey. And offers insights and advice on engaging with galleries and the role these galleries play in an artist's career. ⁠#artistanonymousclub⁠ ⁠#artistpodcast⁠ ⁠#artpodcast⁠ @scott.gardiner

Nate Chats to Steph an illustrator, animator and educator. She shares her journey on how she became so passionate about Te ao Māori, challenging herself to make 100 dollars a day with her art for 100 days, her ambitions with her artistic journey, and her love for collaboration. ⁠#artistanonymousclub⁠ ⁠#artistpodcast⁠ ⁠#artpodcast⁠ @stephmarybarnett www.stephmarybarnett.com

Nate Chats to Harry, a surfboard shaper under Dirty Harry Surfboards. He shares his journey on how surfing changed his life, how he got introduced to shaping surfboards, struggling with discipline and self-criticism, and resisting against the machines by being a traditional hand shaper. #artistanonymousclub #artistpodcast #artpodcast @dirty_harry_surftboards_nz

Nate Chats to Kyle, A past camp resident who has a passion for photography and filmmaking. He shares his journey of making a YouTube channel and starting to create content for the metrics rather than for himself. Doing his creative work as a job in the UK and destroying his creativity, and his love-hate relationship with Instagram and questioning if it's for validation or a personal portfolio.

Nate Chats to Nikki, Illustrator and Studio 4 partner, She shares what art means to her, arriving at the stage of enjoying art being a side hustle, what it's like to have an art studio, and changing her idea of what business means in relation to her art. Instagram: @namiko_native_design Website: www.namikonativedesign.com

Nate chats to Sofia, a good friend and illustrator. She shares memories of drawing from a young age, the difficulties of her school life, being diagnosed with dyslexia and art being her salvation, and her current landscape of creating more art for herself rather than for an audience. Instagram: @sofiadrescher Website: www.sofiadrescher.com

Nate Chats to Geo, a Therapist by day and the host of 'Sexy Dance' class. She shares the journey of making a rap song by getting over herself and perfection, being inspired by sexual liberation and women empowerment, and creatively putting that out in the world what she wants to see. She also talks about the origins of how she got into dancing, how 'Sexy Dance' class came about, and her relationship dynamic with her parents and her creative outlets. Instagram: @geo_2.0

Nate chats to Nat, the creative behind knitwear label Amélie. She shares turning her hobby into a business, the process and progress of figuring out how to manage how much to charge, having past expectations of Amélie while residing in Berlin, and the importance of positive feedback while building a brand.

Nate chats to Margherita, founder of Hyperkindness, a creative strategy agency + a space to feel held. She shares her passion for keeping film photography humble, what fuels her artistic journey, her identity crisis and her previous life & career in London where she made connections with creatives who shared the experience of feeling like outsiders.

Nate chats to Nikita, an actress, and the front of the music trio KITA. She opens up moments of doubt regarding her identity as an artist, taking herself too seriously and the importance of making time for play and dealing with rejection in her acting career.

Nate chats to Molly, a graphic designer and yoga teacher. She shares getting disheartened within the field of graphic design, following her head instead of her heart in choosing to follow graphic design and finding yoga, writing, and painting and how it sustains her on a deeper level.

Nate chats to Nate, a band member of Oceanspace and a solo artist performing as Seaver. He talks about dynamics within a band, embracing and enjoying life enhancing his productivity, and his perspective on AI's influence on the future of music.

Nate chats to Niki, a dear friend, new mother, and filmmaker whose film 'Randy' was part of The Aotearoa Surf Film Festival 2022. She shares her passion for filmmaking, wanting to challenge the common belief that parenthood marks the end of your dreams, and going from creating based on others' thoughts to doing it for herself and doing it for fun. Check out Niki's work on Blog - Journey Through My Journal Instagram - nikipro_ Films - Vimeo / Youtube

Nate chats to Mel, a close friend and rapper who has recently released his first EP - Blank Canvas. He shares getting a rejection letter for NZ on Air funding, finding his style, keeping on going even when the momentum is gone and managing creative time and while having a partner. Follow Kloos on Spotify - Listen Youtube - Watch Instagram - Follow