Creatives on Business

n this episode of Creatives on Business, I sit down with Kenny Hughes (@kennyhughes_artist). Kenny is a touring South African Blues Rock Artist with an original, unique touch and approach to the genre. He is a Singer, Songwriter and Guitarist busy leaving his mark on the global music scene. Kenny and I chat about how he jumped into music full time, his shortlist of the best self help book, how he stopped smoking, and how skipping forms a part of his daily routine.

In this episode of Creatives on Business, I sit down with Jesse February (@jesse_feb). Jesse is a South African chess player who holds the title of Woman International Master. She was crowned 2019 South African Women's Chess Champion, runs her own chess academy (@brightmindschess), and has am incredible Twitch chess stream (https://www.twitch.tv/hashtagchess)  with bestie Rebecca Selkirk. Jesse and I chat about her chess journey, the importance of public speaking, how to create an income online, and how to make a successful passion career. 

In this episode of Creatives on Business, I sit down with Mark Pyjama (@pyjamaplanet). Mark is the head of the Pyjama Planet Empire. A musician and audio enthusiast since the ripe age of 5, Mark now composes and produces music for not only himself, but other artists and branded clients. Mark and I talk about crafting story using music and imagery and the best way to go about approaching new clients. Listen in to one of the best story tellers of the South African music industry.

In this episode of Creatives on Business, I sit down with Robyn Ferguson (@robyn_aia). Robyn is a passionate musician from South Africa who knows how to work hard and play hard! Known for her dynamic live performances and adept guitar skills with acts like Adorned in Ash and Sistas of Metal, Robyn has been flying solo the past 2 years with 3 powerhouse releases now under her belt. In this episode Robyn and I chat about the number one way to get good at anything, and how to move on up in the music industry.

In this episode of Creatives on Business, I sit down with Nina Zimolong (@nina_zimolong). Nina is an international Photographer. You'll find her chasing the sun and spending summers in different continents. We chat about doing the work that makes you fulfilled, how to craft a photographic career that works, and her insight into getting published in Vouge.

In this episode of Creatives on Business, I sit down with Bernard Brand (bernardbrand). Bernard is a portrait and commercial photographer specializing in bold dramatic lighting and conceptual and experimental photography and lighting techniques. Listen in to how Bernard finds and KEEPS clients, photographs in some of the most interesting places in the world, and some badass morning routines.

In this episode of Creatives on Business, I sit down with Alex Shapiro (@someshap). Alex is a content strategist and a commercial, documentary, and, digital filmmaker based in Hoedspruit, South Africa. We chat about how content is changing to become more meaningful and our best failures.

In this episode of Creatives on Business, I sit down with Leeroy Esbend (@agape_eulogy). Leeroy is a digital marketer, fashion enthusiast & influencer, founder of @editeur_plus, and the current Media & Communications Manager at South African Fashion Week. We chat about the current drive towards sustainability within fashion, the impact that the Covid-19 pandemic has had, and how you can influence the market.

In this episode of Creatives on Business, I sit down with Adriaan Louw (@adriaanlouw). Adriaan is a qualified architect, self taught photographer, keen traveler and proud Land Rover owner. He believes in a multi disciplinary design studio and this has resulted in projects ranging from gourmet foods and craft beer to furniture or bespoke buildings. Our wide ranging conversation flows from selling jaffles at markets to architecture abroad.

In this episode of Creatives on Business, I sit down with Kurt Schröder (@kurtspeaks). Kurt is passionate about the business of creativity. He is the manager of a little Ad Agency called Double Shift, which looks after the omni-channel marketing needs of its clients across a broad array of industries. Ever a sports lover, he has worked with some big brands before starting his own agency, including Nike, Salomon, Decathlon, Titans and more. Away from work, he is an experienced public speaker and storyteller, husband, dog-dad to two, bang-average golfer and an aspiring try-athlete. We chat about hiring your first employee and lessons on running an Ad Agency.

In this episode of Creatives on Business, I sit down with Alessio La Ruffa (@alessiolr). Alessio is an architecture and interior photographer. He started his photography journey with an iPhone in 2008 and turned it into his career at the age of 35. Since then he's worked with local and international brands before turning his focus to architecture photography in 2018. We chat about building relationships and how to keep working even in a struggling economy.

In this episode of Creatives on Business, I sit down with Katelyn Barkhuizen (@the_girl_in_the_bikini) - Fashion designer, model, and entrepreneur based in Pretoria. We chat about creating a brand around yourself and what it takes to launch a successful fashion collection.

In this episode of Creatives on Business, I sit down with Alexi Portokallis (@alexioso) - HR and Recruitment Specialist, and Photographer based in Johannesburg. Together him and I discuss his journey through the startup of Instagram, creating special moments with film, and the definitions of hustle.

In this episode of Creatives on Business, I sit down with Michelle Oppenshaw (@dancebymo) - creative director and choreographer based in Pretoria and Joburg. Michelle has been on shows like Strictly Come Dancing and Dancing with the Stars. We chat about putting fund raising shows together with zero budget as well as training with world class dance artists.

In this episode of Creatives on Business, I sit down with Anthony Churchyard (@ant_churchyard), event and sports photographer based in Pretoria. We chat about how you can always jump back up when the chips are down, and how meeting the love of your life can change your life.

In this episode of Creatives on Business, I sit down with Ryan Hing (@ryanhing011), a fashion and creative director based in Johannesburg. He's worked with some of the biggest names in the industry, and has created content for the likes of Budweiser, FILA, MixMag and more. We talk about coming up with new ideas, and how to execute even when you don't have a budget.

In this episode of Creatives on Business, I sit down with Desire Seko to chat about his life as an artist and how he became a full time photographer. "You are never as good as you think you are," is a daily mantra that he uses to create a better business for himself and hopefully some day hundreds of underprivileged photographers.

In this episode of Creatives on Business, I sit down with Rudo Swan to discover how he changed from a life of accounting to making a difference with coffee. We explore topics like the sustainability of the coffee industry, and how you can make money from any passion.

In this episode of Creatives on Business, I sit down with Louw Lemmer to chat about the pitfalls of social media and how taking a leap of faith can sometimes be the best thing you do for your business.

In this the second episode of Creatives on Business, I sit down with Greg du Preez to chat about his journey from school boy sound engineer to mixing international productions.

In the very first episode of Creatives on Business, I sit down with Kyle Van Der Schyff to chat about what it's like to create a successful photography career. We explore topics like social media, work-life balance, and loyalty within a saturated industry.