Creative Conflab

In episode fifteen, I chat with registered dietician, certified diabetes educator,  technology addict and creativity lover, Alka Chopra. We chat about incorporating creativity into our self-care routines, where her love of technology and teaching started, and about her online creative classes. You can connect with Alka on her website.Join in on the Creative Conflab conversation on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.

In episode fourteen, I have a powerful chat with Meryl Cook about creativity, how it has shaped her business, and how courage and resilience through creativity is something that makes everyone happier and more confident.You can connect with Meryl on her website, on Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook.Join in on the Creative Conflab conversation on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.

In episode thirteen, I chat with USA Today bestselling author, fellow podcaster and author of "How to Build Your Creative Career", Russell Nohelty. We chat about the main areas to focus on to build your creative business, some struggles creatives have, and how Russell can help with his podcast, books, blog posts, and coaching programs.  The Complete Creative website has many helpful resources for your creative business. You can listen to Russell's podcast The Complete Creative and also visit his website to check out his books, subscribe to his email list, and access courses for creatives and authors.Join in on the Creative Conflab conversation on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.

In episode twelve I talk about what I love about summertime and some childhood memories. I also chat about creative communities, mentors, and an AMAZING workshop I went to this week. 

In episode eleven, Kerra and I chat honestly about marketing, social media marketing, and how to be consistent with your online marketing. We also chat about the importance of connections and how social media can help build relationships.You can connect with Kerra AuCoin Mansfield on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. You can also check out her website to read her blog posts and sign up for her newsletter. And, if you want to see local food and her adorable daughter, check out her personal Instagram account here.Join in on the Creative Conflab conversation on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.

This week is often the start of summer with holidays for July 1st in Canada and July 4th in the USA. In episode ten I discuss three of my favourite books that discuss and cover creativity. I also announce my first Instagram giveaway that you can enter over on my Instagram account @creativeconflab. Happy summer! 

In episode nine, I dig into the wonderful world of publishing and book design with Rebecca Wilson. We chat about self-publishing vs. traditional publishing, how everyone should publish a book, and we geek out about some of the things we love most about books and journals.You can connect with Rebecca on her website or on Instagram.Join in on the Creative Conflab conversation on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.

In episode eight, I chat with leadership coach and diversity consultant Andrea Janzen about why we undervalue what we know and do. We chat about celebrating your accomplishments, that icky feeling when you send big estimates and quotes, and how to get more from your work or business. You can also connect with Andrea on her Instagram and Facebook page.Join in on the Creative Conflab conversation on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.

In episode seven, I dig deep with Codie Lea, a bodymind & soul coach and fellow artist about setting intentions, rethinking negativity and striving towards your own personal awesome island.Connect with Codie on her website, on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.Join in on the Creative Conflab conversation on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.

In episode six, I talk about some of my methods to get unstuck when I feel a creative block happening. A short solo episode to give you a little creative boost. Join in on the Creative Conflab conversation on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.

In episode five, I chat with Mike Tanner (oneredcat.com @stuffmikedoes.ca) about what creativity means to him, why we like to-do lists, how accountability buddies and coaches help us reach our goals, and why a podcast about potato chips was one of the most creative things he's put out into the world. We also chat about a bunch of other interesting things like honesty, showing up during a pandemic and pursuing personal projects.Join in on the Creative Conflab conversation on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.

In episode 4 of Creative Conflab, I chat with Laura Lake (@lauralakesd) about how being truly creative comes from our subconscious mind. We also chat a little bit about personality, therapy, and a lot about mindfulness and how to look out for and combat burnout.Join in on the Creative Conflab conversation on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.

In episode three, I chat with Pierre Tabbiner about our creative process, working on analog projects like cross-stitch and string art, discuss how people are shifting their marketing and advertising, and he talks about how an awesome community colouring project #CommunityColours is getting people to grab their colouring supplies in Dartmouth, Halifax and all over the world.Join in on the Creative Conflab conversation on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.

In episode 2, I have an informative and honest chat with Katie Hanczaryk (mandalas4ns@gmail.com) who works at the Avalon Sexual Assault Centre (@centreavalon) about why our brains are not letting us be creative right now. We discuss what art therapy is and how being creative and making art or doing things that bring us joy can help us. And we also talk about an inspiring community art project Mandalas for Nova Scotia (Instagram @mandalas4ns) to help support Nova Scotians through recent tragic events. Join in on the Creative Conflab conversation on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.

A warm welcome to Creative Conflab. A short episode about your host, Tara Joy Andrews, a little background about the show and what it will be about.Join in on the Creative Conflab conversation on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.