Her Creative Hustle

2020 is over and 2021 is here! Yeehaa! Often, we overlook hitting pause & taking a moment to self-reflect on the year that was (even if it wasn't so snazzy). In this episode, I share 10 powerful questions that you should ask yourself to gain clarity on the good & bad of the old year - before you sashay straight into the new baby! [P.S: I get personal unpacking my own truths #therapy!]I CREATED A FREEBIE FOR YOU! 'THE CREATIVE ACTION PLANNER'Do you have a bazillion creative projects and passions all hollering for your attention? Do you feel overwhelmed, stuck, unsure or frustrated when creative blocks hold you back from making the progress you dream of? Grab your FREE copy of The Creative Action Planner! It's your game-changing guide to UPLIFT your creative spirit, IGNITE your art, and TRANSFORM you from creative dreamer to DOER… in just minutes a day!MUSIC by me!Intro + outro feelgood harp music: 'BOY' [Acoustic - Instrumental] by ELSKALead-in disco'esque beats: 'SWEET GIRL' by ELSKAFeelgood soulful filler tune: 'BOY' [Radio Edit] by ELSKAFOLLOW me!WEB: elskamusic.comIG: @elskamusicClubhouse: @elskaFB: @elskasmusicFB: @CreativeQueensClubYT: youtube.com/elskamusic

"Some BIG changes have gone down in my life since July and I am finally ready to share them with you in Part 2 of this episode 'Crafting Your Creative Dream Into A Reality'. It's something that has shook me up and rewired who I am creatively becoming. I didn't expect it would happen again… but if 2020 has taught me anything, it's that change is a given and you gotta embrace the discomfort of growth." - ELSKAI CREATED A FREEBIE FOR YOU! 'THE CREATIVE ACTION PLANNER'Do you have a bazillion creative projects and passions all hollering for your attention? Do you feel overwhelmed, stuck, unsure or frustrated when creative blocks hold you back from making the progress you dream of? Grab your FREE copy of The Creative Action Planner! It's your game-changing guide to UPLIFT your creative spirit, IGNITE your art, and TRANSFORM you from creative dreamer to DOER… in just minutes a day!MUSIC by me!Intro + outro feelgood harp music: 'BOY' [Acoustic - Instrumental] by ELSKALead-in disco'esque beats: 'SWEET GIRL' by ELSKAFeelgood soulful filler tune: 'BOY' [Radio Edit] by ELSKAFOLLOW me!WEB: elskamusic.comIG: @elskamusicFB: @elskasmusicFB: @CreativeQueensClubYT: youtube.com/elskamusic

ELSKA chats with the bedazzling multidisciplinary artist and queen of tinsel Rachel Burke. The gals chat about Rachel's huge creative collabs (hello Disney & Lego!); why she wants to rebel against the art world; carving time for creativity + business amidst motherhood; and the importance of producing art that feels true to you.CONNECT WITH RACHELWEB: shoprachelburke.com               rachelburkeportfolio.comIG: @imakestagramFB: @imakestagramYT: Tinsel TownTHANK YOU from me!This episode of Her Creative Hustle is proudly brought to you by my beautiful Patreon family! If you would like early access to future Her Creative Hustle episodes (and a buncha other super coooool creative things), head straight over to patreon.com/elska and become a member of my Patreon - and you too can enjoy all the glittery perks of being part of my creative fam!MUSIC by me!Intro + outro feelgood harp music: 'BOY' [Acoustic - Instrumental] by ELSKALead-in disco'esque beats: 'SWEET GIRL' by ELSKAFeelgood soulful filler tune: 'BOY' [Radio Edit] by ELSKAFOLLOW me!WEB: elskamusic.comIG: @elskamusicFB: @elskasmusicFB: @HerCreativeHustlePodcastYT: youtube.com/elskamusic

Have you ever wanted to turn your creative dream into a reality & discover what you’re truly capable of? In this 2-part episode, ELSKA gets personal sharing her journey on how she did just this. It's an honest episode jam packed with REAL truths & a-ha moments that will make you question... what if you just say 'yes'? THANK YOU from me!This episode of Her Creative Hustle is proudly brought to you by my beautiful Patreon family! If you would like early access to future Her Creative Hustle episodes (and a buncha other super coooool creative things), head straight over to patreon.com/elska and become a member of my Patreon - and you too can enjoy all the glittery perks of being part of my creative fam!MUSIC by me!Intro + outro feelgood harp music: 'BOY' [Acoustic - Instrumental] by ELSKALead-in disco'esque beats: 'SWEET GIRL' by ELSKAFeelgood soulful filler tune: 'BOY' [Radio Edit] by ELSKAFOLLOW me!WEB: elskamusic.comIG: @elskamusicFB: @elskasmusicFB: @HerCreativeHustlePodcastYT: youtube.com/elskamusic

Earlier this month, ELSKA chatted with award-winning Aussie country music queen Fanny Lumsden [Ep#03]. This week, Fanny is back with some quick tips on how she pushes through creative blocks and stays creatively motivated - sharing the importance of paying attention and sticking to your guns.CONNECT WITH FANNYWEB: fannylumsden.netSPOTIFY: Fanny LumsdenIG: @fannylumsdenFB: @fannylumsdenmusicYT: youtube.com/FannyLumsdenTHANK YOU from me!This episode of Her Creative Hustle is proudly brought to you by my beautiful Patreon family! If you would like early access to future Her Creative Hustle episodes (and a buncha other super coooool creative things), head straight over to patreon.com/elska and become a member of my Patreon - and you too can enjoy all the glittery perks of being part of my creative fam!MUSIC by me!Intro + outro feelgood harp music: 'BOY' [Acoustic - Instrumental] by ELSKALead-in disco'esque beats: 'SWEET GIRL' by ELSKAFeelgood soulful filler tune: 'BOY' [Radio Edit] by ELSKAFOLLOW me!WEB: elskamusic.comIG: @elskamusicFB: @elskasmusicFB: @HerCreativeHustlePodcastYT: youtube.com/elskamusic

Have you ever looked around at another creatives’ work and thought yours was so not up to scratch?! In this episode, I deep dive into the creative pits of the dreaded C word that all of us creatives are bound to come across multiple times throughout our creative lives: COMPARISON. We'll take a long look at why comparison can be so crippling and I'll share 4 helpful questions you can ask yourself to gain creative clarity - so you can turn comparison into your new bestie!THANK YOU from me!This episode of Her Creative Hustle is proudly brought to you by my beautiful Patreon family! If you would like early access to future Her Creative Hustle episodes (and a buncha other super coooool creative things), head straight over to patreon.com/elska and become a member of my Patreon - and you too can enjoy all the glittery perks of being part of my creative fam!MUSIC by me!Intro + outro feelgood harp music: 'BOY' [Acoustic - Instrumental] by ELSKALead-in disco'esque beats: 'SWEET GIRL' by ELSKAFeelgood soulful filler tune: 'BOY' [Radio Edit] by ELSKAFOLLOW me!WEB: elskamusic.comIG: @elskamusicFB: @elskasmusicFB: @HerCreativeHustlePodcastYT: youtube.com/elskamusic

It's the very first interview episode for Season 2! ELSKA chats with award-winning Aussie country music queen Fanny Lumsden. The gals chat about eating Spam, creative independence, DIY career navigation, saying no, nurturing community, embracing creative uniqueness, motherhood + career, and being creatively brave in the midst of uncertainty. CONNECT WITH FANNYWEB: fannylumsden.netSPOTIFY: Fanny LumsdenIG: @fannylumsdenFB: @fannylumsdenmusicYT: youtube.com/FannyLumsdenTHANK YOU from me!This episode of Her Creative Hustle is proudly brought to you by my beautiful Patreon family! If you would like early access to future Her Creative Hustle episodes (and a buncha other super coooool creative things), head straight over to patreon.com/elska and become a member of my Patreon - and you too can enjoy all the glittery perks of being part of my creative fam!MUSIC by me!Intro + outro feelgood harp music: 'BOY' [Acoustic - Instrumental] by ELSKALead-in disco'esque beats: 'SWEET GIRL' by ELSKAFeelgood soulful filler tune: 'BOY' [Radio Edit] by ELSKAFOLLOW me!WEB: elskamusic.comIG: @elskamusicFB: @elskasmusicFB: @HerCreativeHustlePodcastYT: youtube.com/elskamusic

THANK YOU from me!This episode of Her Creative Hustle is proudly brought to you by my beautiful Patreon family! If you would like early access to future Her Creative Hustle episodes (and a buncha other super coooool creative things), head straight over to patreon.com/elska and become a member of my Patreon - and you too can enjoy all the glittery perks of being part of my creative fam!MUSIC by me!Intro + outro feelgood harp music: 'BOY' [Acoustic - Instrumental] by ELSKALead-in disco'esque beats: 'SWEET GIRL' by ELSKAFeelgood soulful filler tune: 'BOY' [Radio Edit] by ELSKAFOLLOW me!WEB: elskamusic.comIG: @elskamusicFB: @elskasmusicFB: @HerCreativeHustlePodcastYT: youtube.com/elskamusic

THANK YOU from me!This episode of Her Creative Hustle is proudly brought to you by my beautiful Patreon family! If you would like early access to future Her Creative Hustle episodes (and a buncha other super coooool creative things), head straight over to patreon.com/elska and become a member of my Patreon - and you too can enjoy all the glittery perks of being part of my creative fam!MUSIC by me!Intro + outro feelgood harp music: 'BOY' [Acoustic - Instrumental] by ELSKA Lead-in disco'esque beats: 'SWEET GIRL' by ELSKAFOLLOW me!WEB: elskamusic.comIG: @elskamusicFB: @elskasmusicFB: @HerCreativeHustlePodcastYT: youtube.com/elskamusic

In Episode #11, ELSKA returns a final time to the 2019 National Folk Festival Canberra - for a live audience podcast with Aussie cosmic country songstress Freya Josephine Hollick. Freya chats candidly about the one creative addiction she can never give up; the perils of being taken seriously as an Australian artist; the importance of upskilling; her forthcoming creative projects; and how motherhood lit an unstoppable fire to prove her creative worth.  Connect with FREYA www.freyajosephinehollick.com IG: @freyajosephinehollick FB: @freya.hollick SPOTIFY: Freya Josephine Hollick Find out more about Her Creative Hustle at elskamusic.com/podcast and don't forget to subscribe to the channel! Follow the journey on Facebook at Her Creative Hustle

In Episode #10, ELSKA chats with childhood pal and reformed lawyer-turned-actor, producer and filmmaker Kathleen Simmonds. We delve into Kathleen's early love for film; discover how taking others advice led her to quit creativity; openly discuss how a mental breakdown saw her flee to New York; unpack an abundance of life and career advice; and uncover Kathleen's true passion for honest representation of women in film.  Connect with KATHLEEN www.kathleensimmonds.com IG: @kathleensimmo FB: @kathleensimmondsactor IMDb: Kathleen Simmonds Find out more about Her Creative Hustle at elskamusic.com/podcast and don't forget to subscribe to the channel! Follow the journey on Facebook at Her Creative Hustle

In Episode #09, host ELSKA returns back to the National Folk Festival Canberra and chats with the dreamy indie/folk trio Little Quirks. We delve into life as a family of creatives, uncover the inspirations behind their music, discuss managing creativity as a trio, and unpack feelings on being young women within the music industry... all wrapped up with a special live performance of their single, "I Told You So". Connect with LITTLE QUIRKS www.littlequirksband.com IG: @little_quirks_band FB: @littlequirksband Find out more about Her Creative Hustle at elskamusic.com/podcast and don't forget to subscribe to the channel! Follow the journey on Facebook at Her Creative Hustle

In Episode #08, host ELSKA podcasts in front of a live audience at the National Folk Festival Canberra - chatting with powerhouse folk artist Irish Mythen. We delve into her childhood hopping from country to country, discover the moment Irish knew music was her saviour, discuss why the genre of folk gives Irish an uncensored voice, and uncover a special artistic talent that Irish swears she will never share with the world.  Connect with IRISH www.irishmythen.com IG: @irishmythen  FB: @irishmythenmusic Find out more about Her Creative Hustle at elskamusic.com/podcast and don't forget to subscribe to the channel! Follow the journey on Facebook at Her Creative Hustle

In Episode #07, host ELSKA chats live from Adelaide Fringe 2019; with vivacious, jazz-loving, cabaret queen [and first-time self-producer] Clare Ellen O'Connor. We discover the boy-band that inspired Clare's creative childhood, look back at her musical family lineage, find out why shaving her head left her colder than expected... and unpack how that confronting experience 'plucked' a hair-raising idea to create her very first solo cabaret show. Connect with CLARE www.clareellenoconnor.com IG: @clareellenoconnor   @pluckedshow FB: @clareellenoconnor   @pluckedshow Find out more about Her Creative Hustle at elskamusic.com/podcast and don't forget to subscribe to the channel! Follow the journey on Facebook at Her Creative Hustle

In Episode #06, host ELSKA chats live from Adelaide Fringe 2019; with kick-ass circus performer and director of the all-female circus group, Yuck Circus, Georgia Deguara. We delve into Georgia's childhood growing up in a community circus within a remote town, discover her deep connection to supporting isolated youth, and discuss how, at just 22, she created a multi award-winning all-girl circus group who are smashing stereotypes exploring the uncomfortably 'yuck'. Connect with GEORGIA YUCK Circus are performing LIVE at the Edinburgh Fringe 2019 - from August 3rd - 24th  IG: @yuck_circus  @georgiadeguaraFB: @YUCKcircus Find out more about Her Creative Hustle at elskamusic.com/podcast and don't forget to subscribe to the channel! Follow the journey on Facebook at Her Creative Hustle  

In Episode #05, host ELSKA chats live from Adelaide Fringe 2019; with vivacious American actress, playwright, voice-over talent, and Scientology survivor, Cathy Schenkelberg. We delve into Cathy's colourful childhood surrounded by her siblings, unpack her creative life as a jack-of-all-trades performer, and openly discuss how Cathy turned her brave escape from Scientology into honest art.  Connect with CATHY Performing 'Squeeze My Cans' and 'Squeeze My Cans Cabaret' LIVE at the Adelaide Fringe Festival - until 17th March 2019 www.squeezemycans.com IG: @squeezemycansFB: @squeezemycans1YouTube: Squeeze My Cans  Find out more about Her Creative Hustle at elskamusic.com/podcast and don't forget to subscribe to the channel! Follow the journey on Facebook at Her Creative Hustle

In Episode #04, host ELSKA chats with 'killer creative' entertainment event producer Michelle Barnes. We delve into Michelle's bedazzling childhood surrounded by sequins and Bowie, her escape from law life, dealing with flamboyant A-list cliental, her personal obsessions with the avant-garde, and juggling life as a creative power couple with kids. Connect with MICHELLE www.killercreative.liveIG: @killercreativeentertainment FB: @killercreativeentertainment  Find out more about Her Creative Hustle at elskamusic.com/podcast and don't forget to subscribe to the channel! Follow the journey on Facebook at Her Creative Hustle

In Episode #03, host ELSKA chats with feelgood arts facilitator Bobby Napier. We delve into Bobby's creative childhood sparked by bullies, her growth into life drawing (and getting nude as a life model!), learn all about her deep passion for emotional intelligence, and uncover her obsession with drawing Keanu Reeves. Connect with BOBBY Artlis Studios  Flourish Education  Find out more about Her Creative Hustle at elskamusic.com/podcast and don't forget to subscribe to the channel! Follow the journey on Facebook at Her Creative Hustle 

In Episode #02, host ELSKA chats with colourful Aussie textile designer, Ellie Whittaker. We delve into Ellie's creative life including growing up in a fabric store, failing at theatre, winning at design, laughing at creative thieves, juggling four children... and accepting being a 'creative mutant'. Connect with ELLIE  elliewhittaker.com.auIG: @elliewhittakerstudio  @girtsquad FB: @elliewhittakerstudio Find out more about Her Creative Hustle at elskamusic.com/podcast and don't forget to subscribe to the channel! Follow the journey on Facebook at Her Creative Hustle 

In Episode #01, host ELSKA chats with Australian actress, writer, and 'Pass Around The Smile' positivity blogger Cleo Massey. We delve into Cleo's creative life including her childhood surrounded by mermaids, how she has written a comedy (but can't tell a joke), and uncover why Cleo thinks her name should be Cleyoncé.  Connect with CLEO  cleomassey.com  Read 'Pass Around The Smile' blogIG: @passaroundthesmile @cleomassey FB: @CleoRoseMasseyYouTube: Cleo MasseyTwitter: @CleoRoseMasseyIMDb: Cleo Massey Find out more about Her Creative Hustle at elskamusic.com/podcast and don't forget to subscribe to the channel! Follow the journey on Facebook at Her Creative Hustle 

Her Creative Hustle celebrates creative women. The interview-style podcast shares the honest stories and journeys of artistic women who are hustling hard in the pursuit of their own creative 9-to-5. In this introductory episode, we meet the Her Creative Hustle host and music artist ELSKA - and find out what Her Creative Hustle is ALL about, who ELSKA is, and why she started this 'no brainer' podcast! Find out more at elskamusic.com/podcast and don't forget to subscribe to the channel! Follow the journey on Facebook at Her Creative Hustle