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Hey Team! This week we've got a really fun episode, I'm talking with ANDY J. PIZZA - well that was weird… Let's try that again - ANDY J. PIZZA - All right, let's just go with it. Andy is a podcaster, illustrator, and creative thinker who's built a career by embracing the parts of himself that used to feel like liabilities. Andy's the host of Creative Pep Talk, and his Right Side Out podcast series dives into what happens when you stop trying to pass for neurotypical and start living a little more like yourself. Andy was diagnosed in his twenties, and his experience navigating masking, creative burnout, and late-in-life self-acceptance forms the core of what we're talking about today. In our conversation, we talk about the costs of masking, the weird middle ground between accommodation and authenticity, and the realization that sometimes we forget who we are because we've been trying so hard to be someone else. We also get into creative practice, novelty, and his favorite ADHD-friendly productivity hacks. And of course, we talk about what it means to live “right side out,” and what it really means to show up authentically. This was definitely one of my favorite episodes I've recorded so far this year, so I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. Start Freedom today! Use code ADHD40 to get them 40% off a Freedom Yearly premium subscription! Listen to the Climbing the Walls podcast here! If you'd life to follow along on the show notes page you can find that at HackingYourADHD.com/221 YouTube Channel My Patreon This Episode's Top Tips Masking isn't inherently a bad thing, but it certainly is when we're doing it all the time and unconsciously. We want to be intentional about when and why we mask, and aim for authenticity when possible. It's okay to embrace opposing truths. We need structure and flexibility, goals and play. We don't have to fall into all-or-nothing thinking, and this can help us balance some of these ADHD “contradictions”. Celebrate difference, don't just tolerate it. Safe spaces are good, but celebration spaces—where your uniqueness is actively valued—are better. Look for relationships or communities where people enjoy your way of being, not just what you can do
How do you find a creative niche? It's become a Creative Pep Talk classic cliche! In this Artist Case Study episode we talk through the creative journey of Scottish Singer-Songwriter, Olivia Rafferty. Olivia is such a great example of an artist who has found a novel way to cut through the noise by stepping out of her industry and dipping into another. From the creative sparks, to all the confusing conflicting advice, to finding something that works for you and rolling with it. http://www.oliviarafferty.com/ https://www.instagram.com/olivia_rafferty/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/0Syuo0IkP7frpCdRuWJEpp https://oliviarafferty.bandcamp.com/ https://soundcloud.com/oliviarafferty SHOW NOTES: Co-Writing / Editing: Sophie Miller SOPHIE MILLER Audio Editing / Sound Design: Conner Jones Pending Beautiful Collective Soundtrack / Theme Song: Yoni Wolf / WHY? WHY? SPONSORS: Squarespace Head to https://www.squarespace.com/PEPTALK to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PEPTALK Miro Miro is a collaborative virtual workspace that syncs in real time for you and your team so that you can innovate an idea into an outcome seamlessly - Miro | The Innovation Workspace
In this episode, I've got something very special for you. Podcast Host Andy J. Pizza shared the first episode in his True Fan Series. It's number 476, and you can find it here.I encourage you to listen to all of Creative Pep Talk. It's stellar.If you got excited about the Luke In Time Mysteries Audiobook Omnibus, you can join the project here. Contribute what you want, and you'll get three audiobooks right now. Get full access to Becoming A Household Name at jodyjsperling.substack.com/subscribe
In this episode, I sit down with Andy J. Pizza, a New York Times bestselling author-illustrator and the creative force behind the podcast Creative Pep Talk. Known for his bold, maximalist style, Andy J. Pizza brings an electric energy to his work, seen in books like A Pizza with Everything on It and Invisible Things. During our conversation, Andy opens up about how his ADHD shapes his artistic approach, fueling a vibrant, layered aesthetic that captures the imagination.We dive into Andy's journey from aspiring illustrator to sought-after collaborator with major brands like Warby Parker and Target. He explains how Creative Pep Talk grew out of his desire to inspire and encourage creativity in others, offering a unique space where art and self-expression meet personal growth. Andy shares insights into the power of storytelling, balancing authenticity with client collaboration, and his philosophy of “turning up the volume” on creativity.This episode is packed with inspiration for anyone looking to infuse their life and art with passion and purpose. Tune in for an engaging conversation with Andy J. Pizza on what it means to make art that resonates and brings joy. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Robert W. Deutsch Foundation.If you have a story about art, culture, or community in Baltimore, share it with us at rob@thetruthinthisart.com for a chance to be featured on "The Truth In This Art" podcast. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the arts and culture podcast scene and showcase your insights on "The Truth In This Art" with Rob Lee.Follow The Truth In This Art on Twitter, Threads, IG, and Facebook @truthinthisart Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard.Episode illustration by Alley Kid Art.About "The Truth In This Art"Hosted by Rob Lee, "The Truth In This Art" podcast dives into the heart of creativity and its influence on the community. This arts and culture podcast from Baltimore highlights artists discussing their ideas, sharing insights, and telling impactful stories. Through these artist interviews, listeners gain a deeper understanding of the creative economy and artistic life in Baltimore. Support the show:Merch from Redbubble | Make a Donation ★ Support this podcast ★
This week, host Ronald Young Jr. talks to Andy J. Pizza, an illustrator and creator of children's books who's also the host of the Creative Pep Talk podcast. In the interview, Andy explains what it's like to be a working artist with ADHD, and he shares some strategies that have helped him channel his attention, accomplish tasks, and evolve in his career. After the interview, Ronald and co-host June Thomas talk about creating like a child and the importance of “useless” friends. In the exclusive Slate Plus segment, Andy discusses some of his favorite music. Podcast production by Cameron Drews. Send your questions about creativity and any other feedback to working@slate.com or give us a call at (304) 933-9675. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and exclusive content on many shows—you'll also be supporting the work we do here on Working. Sign up now at slate.com/workingplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, host Ronald Young Jr. talks to Andy J. Pizza, an illustrator and creator of children's books who's also the host of the Creative Pep Talk podcast. In the interview, Andy explains what it's like to be a working artist with ADHD, and he shares some strategies that have helped him channel his attention, accomplish tasks, and evolve in his career. After the interview, Ronald and co-host June Thomas talk about creating like a child and the importance of “useless” friends. In the exclusive Slate Plus segment, Andy discusses some of his favorite music. Podcast production by Cameron Drews. Send your questions about creativity and any other feedback to working@slate.com or give us a call at (304) 933-9675. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and exclusive content on many shows—you'll also be supporting the work we do here on Working. Sign up now at slate.com/workingplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, host Ronald Young Jr. talks to Andy J. Pizza, an illustrator and creator of children's books who's also the host of the Creative Pep Talk podcast. In the interview, Andy explains what it's like to be a working artist with ADHD, and he shares some strategies that have helped him channel his attention, accomplish tasks, and evolve in his career. After the interview, Ronald and co-host June Thomas talk about creating like a child and the importance of “useless” friends. In the exclusive Slate Plus segment, Andy discusses some of his favorite music. Podcast production by Cameron Drews. Send your questions about creativity and any other feedback to working@slate.com or give us a call at (304) 933-9675. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and exclusive content on many shows—you'll also be supporting the work we do here on Working. Sign up now at slate.com/workingplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, host Ronald Young Jr. talks to Andy J. Pizza, an illustrator and creator of children's books who's also the host of the Creative Pep Talk podcast. In the interview, Andy explains what it's like to be a working artist with ADHD, and he shares some strategies that have helped him channel his attention, accomplish tasks, and evolve in his career. After the interview, Ronald and co-host June Thomas talk about creating like a child and the importance of “useless” friends. In the exclusive Slate Plus segment, Andy discusses some of his favorite music. Podcast production by Cameron Drews. Send your questions about creativity and any other feedback to working@slate.com or give us a call at (304) 933-9675. If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and exclusive content on many shows—you'll also be supporting the work we do here on Working. Sign up now at slate.com/workingplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Simple, but not always easy: the key to progress or success is just to keep going. I'll tell you why in this short episode. Simon Haisell's year-long War and Peace read can be found here. Could you leave a review? It's really easy, and it helps SO much. Thanks! Want more tips? Check out this playlist with all my previous Creative Pep Talks!
THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU IF: You feel super inconsistent in your creative practice You're work isn't going anywhere because it happens in fits and starts You're relationship to your work is like a on again off again thing and you're ready to make at least a short term commitment STICK UNTIL THE END: I will give you are the 4 essentials to a thriving creative practice and a journal prompt to figure out which you're missing - or which you need to add SHOW NOTES Book Mentions: "A Sunday with Everything on It" by Andy J. Pizza and Kyle Scheele "Emotional Agility" by Susan David "Deep Work" by Cal Newport "Slow Productivity" by Cal Newport "Invisible Ink" by Brian McDonald
Take Composition for Illustrators on Skillshare — https://skl.sh/3TLdkeh Use this link to get 30 days free membership.Andy J. Pizza is a New York Times best-selling illustrator and author, and host of the Creative Pep Talk podcast. Today he joins me for a deep-dishy dive into all things illustration and creativity, especially where he and I share a lot of common ground. Along the way, we talk about such topics as the myth of the Inspired Artist, his message of adopting a more positive self-psychology, the balance of inspiration and craft in creative work, and even why he thinks full-blown therapy should be a part of art school education. No topping (or topic) is held back — even the mushrooms and pineapples were allowed in this one. HOW TO SUPPORTThank you for listening/watching!01 — Share this episode/podcast with a friend.This is the single most effective way to help grow this podcast.02 — Support me on Patreon at http://patreon.com/tomfroese$8 Drawing Buddies gain exclusive access to my monthly Draw With Me meetups.Join for as low as $3 to get 20% off my 1-on-1 coaching sessions03 – Take my Skillshare classes!Visit http://tomfroese.com/teaching to find links to all my classes. Use these links and get 30 days of free membership on Skillshare!04 – Join my mailing listNever miss an important update. Sign up at http://tomfroese.com/contact SHOW LINKSAndy's Website — http://www.andyjpizza.comAndy's Substack Newsletter — https://andyjpizza.substack.comSunday With Everything On It (Picture Book) by Andy J. Pizza and Kyle Scheele — https://smarturl.it/SundaewithEverythingOnItInvisible Things by Andy J. Pizza and Sophie Mille — https://www.etsy.com/listing/1585811511/hardback-book-invisible-things-by-andy-j?click_key=8c0ff10a548dff168209fd1e191703fc834162b4%3A1585811511&click_sum=924e6b0c&ref=shop_home_active_19&sca=1CREATIVE PEP TALK — http://creativepeptalk.com PODCAST TEAM/CREDITS Mark Allan Falk, Audio/Video Engineerhttps://linktr.ee/semiathleticAll Music, including Theme Song and Cues by Mark Allan Falk. FIND ME ELSEWHERE www.tomfroese.com
Andy J. Pizza, an illustrator, bestselling children's book author, and host of "The Creative Pep Talk" podcast. We dive deep into Andy's creative journey, exploring his early influences, including impact from the comedy world and Jim Carrey's work. The conversation unfolds as we discuss the highs and lows of the creative process, touching on moments of self-discovery and the importance of embracing all facets of oneself, even the parts we don't like. We also explore the challenges of navigating mental health, sharing personal experiences and coping mechanisms. Andy reflects on his pre-social media creative beginnings, highlighting the changes in the creative landscape influenced by algorithms and the impact on authenticity, his path to making a career out of illustration, his latest children's book 'Invisible Things' + lots more. Join us for what I feel is a very insightful conversation that delves into the real stories behind Andy's journey, offering a glimpse into the hidden treasures found in the cave of self-discovery! FOLLOW @andyjpizza Find out more information + find Andy's books at andyjpizza.com Check out his 'Creative Pep Talk' Podcast ------------------ THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY: The Scatter Joy Project - @thescatterjoyproject The Scatter Joy Project is a local Columbus nonprofit focused on fighting for mental health. They aim to make mental health care accessible and affordable for everyone. They sell apparel with 100% of the profits funding their crisis text line, their network to help people find the mental health help they need, and their very own therapy fund. So whether you're looking to get help or want to donate to help support the cause, Scatter Joy is right for you. Find more info at www.thescatterjoyproject.com Midwest Photo - @mpex_photo_video Midwest Photo is a photo, video & audio store located in Columbus, OH offering tons of services from gear purchases & rentals, used gear buy & sell, printing services, film development and simply a knowledgable staff ready to help you with your photo needs at any time! Go check them out or visit mpex.com for more information. PromoWest Productions - @promowestlive For all upcoming shows & event info visit promowestlive.com or to purchase tickets directly, visit AXS.com THEAL - @thealcolor THEAL is aimed to help independent creatives get out of the dark when it comes to the business end of creativity. Their goal to create tools that organize and empower creative leaders to grow their productions. So how do they do that? Well they've got a handful of plug & play ready digital assets to help you on the ground level of your business. Find them all at thealcolor.com Use the code 'WYDHPOD' at checkout!
Illustrator, graphic designer, speaker and picture book-maker Andy J. Pizza grew up in the Indiana suburbs, the child of two diametrically opposite parents - dad in corporate finance and mom an artist. Often feeling out of place, he learned to cope by drawing and smoking cigarettes, before finding indie music, and from there gig posters and graphic design. Now, he's a wildly successful illustrator and beloved podcaster who remains exceptionally honest, open, and real about the inner workings of being a neurodivergent creative. For a transcript and images from Andy head to cleverpodcast.com.For info, resources, and special offers from our guests and sponsors: Clever ResourcesWe're doing something new with our newsletter! Subscribe to our substack! Please say Hi on social! X, Instagram, Linkedin and Facebook - @CleverPodcast, @amydeversIf you enjoy Clever we could use your support! Please consider leaving a review, making a donation, becoming a sponsor, or introducing us to your friends! We love and appreciate you!Clever is hosted & produced by Amy Devers, with editing by Mark Zurawinski, production assistance from Ilana Nevins and Anouchka Stephan, and music by El Ten Eleven. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Buy The Books AND Support Creative Pep Talk AT THE SAME TIME: http://amazon.com/shop/andyjpizza This episode is part of our collaboration with Joe's collaboration platform 'HitRECord'. If you want to participate in the community made episode of Creative Pep Talk with me, JGL and all the other PEPperoni's go to hitRECord.org/creativepeptalk
If you're feeling tired, burnout or defeated this episode is for you! If you've lost hope that you can change things in your creative career THIS YEAR this episode is your remedy! THIS EPISODE ALSO FEATURES A SNIPPET OF A CONVERSATION I HAD WITH SUPER SPECIAL GUEST GHOSTSHRIMP AKA DAN BANDIT AKA THE FOREST DWELLING WILD CAT HIMSELF!! This episode is part of our collaboration with Joe's collaboration platform 'HitRECord'. If you want to participate in the community made episode of Creative Pep Talk with me, JGL and all the other PEPperoni's go to hitRECord.org/creativepeptalk
In the movie Mean Girls, Regina George believes that these carb bars will make her lose weight, when in fact they are intended to make you GAIN WEIGHT! . Why does she believe this? Because Lindsay Lohan lies to her. . My point? Don't eat carb bars… AND believing a lie can have TERRIBLE CONSEQUENCES EVEN ABOVE AND BEYOND NOT BEING PROM READY! . In the latest episode I show my SALTY SIDE. THIS IS A SALTY PIZZA EPISODE. I'm mad because I believe we creative types are force fed lies that hurt our ability to thrive to our full potential. . In this episode of Creative Pep Talk podcast, I'll tell you why I'm mad, what lies are hurting you and I'll share tactics to transcend these lies to live your full creative potential. Thanks to Yoni Wolf and the band WHY? for our theme music. Thanks to Alex Sugg for editing and the podcast! www.alexsugg.com
Listen to this episode if you: Want to dig deeper and personally interpret new expressions of your daydreams into actionable steps. Are looking for ways to get excited about what you're dreaming up. Finding where those more fantastical dreams are valuable and practical in the world. Episode four celebrating January Dreamuary. SHOW NOTES Transcripts available on the Creative Pep Talk episode! Sign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/path Episode 435 - For drawing your dreams without judgement. CALL TO ADVENTURE Find the best exchange rate. Where are people who most value what you do? Look for the folks from similar life experiences and non-negotiables, create a possible unique selling point. SUPPORT THE SHOW You can support Creative Pep Talk and my creative practice on Patreon (patreon.com/creativepeptalk) or Substack (andyjpizza.substack.com). Either membership provides you access to our monthly Creative Pep Rally Zoom calls, tentatively planned for the last Monday of each month! Join us for the next virtual meetup on February 26th, 2024! You can also support the show by getting merch in our online shop: creativepeptalk.etsy.com SPONSORS & SHOUT OUTS OUR PATREON BACKERS Thank you patrons, we appreciate you so much!
The challenges of creating on a deadline, having faith and trust in the thing you're doing, and the feelings that arise when switching from the act of writing to marketing and promotion all come up during our conversation.Nick Petrie is the author of 8 best-selling Peter Ash crime fiction novels, including The Price You Pay, out February 2024. His debut, The Drifter, won both the ITW Thriller award and the Barry Award for Best First Novel, and was a finalist for the Edgar and the Hammett Awards. He is also an excellent husband (mine!) and father (to our son Duncan).TakeawaysWinnow down and lean into the thing that is interesting to you and that you really want to pursue and then let go of the outcome when it gets out into the world.“Keep a clean antenna."Get comfortable with being uncomfortable.Seamus Heaney on the hardest thing about writing: “Getting started, keeping going and getting started again.” LinksNick Petrie's websiteFollow Nick Petrie on InstagramFollow Nick Petrie on FacebookFollow Nick Petrie on XYour Brain on Art, Susan Magsamen and Ivy RossMystery Tribune, The Cleveland JobBill SchweigartBoswell BooksThe Poisoned Pen BookstoreMurder By the Book bookstoreKaye PublicityMichael Mann, Blackhat and CollateralThe Great Creators with Guy Raz episode 67 with Andy J Pizza of Creative Pep Talk
SHOW NOTESTranscripts available on the Creative Pep Talk episode!Sign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/pathMeera's SubstackMeera's WebsiteMeera's illustration on Instagram mentioned around 18min.CALL TO ADVENTUREFlip the script.Be mindful the next time you create something and come at it from the opposite end.SUPPORT THE SHOWYou can support Creative Pep Talk and my creative practice on Patreon (patreon.com/creativepeptalk) or Substack (andyjpizza.substack.com). Either membership provides you access to our monthly Creative Pep Rally Zoom calls, tentatively planned for the last Monday of each month!You can also support the show by getting merch in our online shop: creativepeptalk.etsy.comSPONSORS & SHOUT OUTSOUR PATREON BACKERSThank you patrons, we appreciate you so much!
Need a quick boost of motivation to get you writing, creating, and sharing your work with the world? I got you covered! This is your big creative pep talk to make 2024 a magical year. ----- - Check out The Writer Shop for more resources, ways to work with me, + a free character profile template: https://stan.store/thekatiewolf - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thekatiewolf - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekatiewolf/
SHOW NOTESTranscripts available on the Creative Pep Talk episode!Sign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/pathCALL TO ADVENTUREReview any of these 12 ideas/episodes that stood out to you from last year of Creative Pep Talk:
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SHOW NOTESTranscripts available on the Creative Pep Talk episode!Sign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/pathCheck out the Creative Pep Talk shop at creativepeptalk.etsy.comOur PATREON virtual meetup, now on the last Monday of every month! Join us for the next one on January 29th, 2024!This Jungian Life PodcastEpisode 076 on Animus and AnimaLisa Marchiano's WebsiteThe Vital Spark: Reclaim Your Outlaw Energies and Find Your Feminine Fire by Lisa Marchiano – Out February 6th, 2024!Other mentionings:Women Who Run with the Wolves: Myths and Stories of the Wild Woman Archetype by Clarissa Pinkola Estés, Ph. D.The Soul's Code: In Search of Character and Calling by James HillmanCare of the Soul: A Guide for Cultivating Depth and Sacredness in Everyday Life by Thomas MooreVasilisa the Beautiful - Fairy TaleInanna's Descent: A Sumerian Tale of InjusticeThe Master and His Emissary: The Divided Brain and the Making of the Western World by Iain McGilchristDionysis - Greek MythologyHephaestus - Greek MythologyThe Elves and The Shoemaker by The Brothers Grimm - Fairy TaleSPONSORS & SHOUT OUTSOUR PATREON BACKERS Thank you patrons, we appreciate you so much! If you have the means, support the show at patreon.com/creativepeptalk!
SHOW NOTESTranscripts available on the Creative Pep Talk episode!Sign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/pathCheck out the Creative Pep Talk shop at creativepeptalk.etsy.comOur PATREON virtual meetup, now on the last Monday of every month! Join us for the next one on January 29th, 2024!CALL TO ADVENTURECreate your daydream.Dream in your medium!SPONSORS & SHOUT OUTSOUR PATREON BACKERS Thank you patrons, we appreciate you so much! If you have the means, support the show at patreon.com/creativepeptalk!
SHOW NOTESTranscripts available on the Creative Pep Talk episode!Sign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/pathCheck out the Creative Pep Talk shop at creativepeptalk.etsy.comOur PATREON virtual meetup, now on the last Monday of every month! Join us for the next one on January 29th, 2024! ____Bob Dylan - Magical Youth Cliphttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_wAZ02JUtMOriginal Creative Pep Talk on Booby Trapshttps://www.creativepeptalk.com/episodes/2018/10/9/202-for-when-you-feel-like-giving-upRight Side Out Pizza Storyhttps://www.instagram.com/p/CAX66GsgYfX/Lynda Barryhttps://drawnandquarterly.com/author/lynda-barry/Dieter Rams Good Design Ruleshttps://designmuseum.org/discover-design/all-stories/what-is-good-design-a-quick-look-at-dieter-rams-ten-principlesSister Corita Kent Art Class Ruleshttps://www.creativelivesinprogress.com/article/corita-kentEverything is a Remix Kirby Fergusonhttps://www.everythingisaremix.info/George Carlin Cardboard Cut Out Storyhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CewUVZZMXT8Seth Godin More Good Ideas by Having More Bad Ideashttps://seths.blog/2018/06/the-two-simple-secrets-to-good-ideas/#:~:text=Secret %231 is the biggest,easier than the opposite approach.James Clear Atomic Habitshttps://jamesclear.com/atomic-habitsTwyla Tharp The Creative Habithttps://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Creative-Habit/Twyla-Tharp/97807432352731000 True Fans Kevin Kellyhttps://kk.org/thetechnium/1000-true-fans/Austin Kleon Seasonshttps://austinkleon.com/2016/08/11/seasons/Todd Henry Seasonshttps://accidentalcreative.com/podcasts/ac/ac-podcast-seasons/Pantsers vs Plotterhttps://whenyouwrite.com/plotter-vs-pantser/#:~:text=A plotter is someone who,their pots on the stoveSPONSORS & SHOUT OUTSOUR PATREON BACKERS Thank you patrons, we appreciate you so much! If you have the means, support the show at patreon.com/creativepeptalk!
Andy J. Pizza is the best-selling author-illustrator of Invisible Things and the host of Creative Pep Talk, his long-running podcast about building a creative career. In this episode, Andy talks about growing up as a hyper-creative but unfocused kid; his rocky journey to developing a unique artistic style; a medical diagnosis that changed his life and work forever; the neuroscience behind artistic taste; what he does when he feels stuck; and the epiphany that led to his biggest creative breakthrough.Links from this Episode:Andy's "Giant Markers" ExhibitHis newest book, Invisible ThingsCreative Pep Talk podcastAndy interviewing Guy on Creative Pep TalkThe ADHD talk that hit Andy like a ton of bricksHow I Built ThisAndy's next book, A Sundae with Everything On ItSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
SHOW NOTESTranscripts available at creativepeptalk.com/episodes!Sign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/pathCheck out the Creative Pep Talk shop at creativepeptalk.etsy.comOur PATREON virtual meetup, now on the last Monday of every month! Join us for the next one on January 29th, 2024!Human Rhythms Series: Part FourDo Less - Hidden Brain episode with Leidy KlotzSubtract: The Untapped Science of Less - Book by Leidy KlotzEssentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less - Book by Greg McKeownDeep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World - Book by Cal NewportFour Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals - Book by Oliver BurkemanCALL TO ADVENTUREThe Zeigarnik Cache ClearingBrain dump for 10 minutes on a piece of paper.80-20 your list.How much time will they take?Do as many of the shorter tasks as possible in one chunk of time!SPONSORS & SHOUT OUTSOUR PATREON BACKERS Thank you patrons, we appreciate you so much! If you have the means, support the show at patreon.com/creativepeptalk!
This week's interview features a major successful illustrator, author, and podcaster: Andy J Pizza. If you fancy lighthearted creativity mixed with some art business talk and a dash of internal inspiration, then you'll enjoy this chat with Andy. He has his hands in a number of things. We talk about where his income is coming from, plus the benefits of diversifying. This is a friendly reminder to put your own creativity above the rat race of social media and client work. Andy reminds us that having your own unique, high quality, niche product to market to customers is step #1 of the art money making process. Listen to hear his thoughts on how to go about creating your niche area and why it's so important. Listen to Andy's podcast: https://www.creativepeptalk.com By the way, I'm offering a special holiday promotion to join the Academy FREE for the entire month of December: www.ArtistAcademy.co Join today and pay nothing to learn the 4th quarter sales strategies to help boost your holiday sales!
SHOW NOTESTranscripts available on the Creative Pep Talk episode!Sign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/pathCheck out the Creative Pep Talk shop at creativepeptalk.etsy.comScott Erickson on Instagram - “I Get To” postWonderworks: Literary Invention and the Science of Stories by Angus FletcherFrankenstein by Mary Shelley“Give what you didn't get.” — Garry ShandlingCALL TO ADVENTUREThree magic words.IChooseYouSPONSORS & SHOUT OUTSOUR PATREON BACKERSThank you patrons, we appreciate you so much! If you have the means, support the show at
SHOW NOTESTranscripts available on the Creative Pep Talk episode!Sign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/pathCheck out the Creative Pep Talk shop at creativepeptalk.etsy.comEgo is the Enemy by Ryan HolidayThe Artist's Journey by Steven PressfieldCALL TO ADVENTUREBrain dump.Brain buckets.Brain balance.SPONSORS & SHOUT OUTSOUR PATREON BACKERS Thank you patrons, we appreciate you so much! If you have the means, support the show at patreon.com/creativepeptalk!
SHOW NOTESTranscripts available on the Creative Pep Talk episode!Sign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/pathCheck out the Creative Pep Talk shop at creativepeptalk.etsy.comMarlee Grace's Podcast, Common ShapesOff the Grid PodcastCALL TO ADVENTUREThree questions before you make anything for free:Is this the right channel for the medium?What is the purpose?Is that the purpose I need to be focused on?SPONSORS & SHOUT OUTSOUR PATREON BACKERS Thank you patrons, we appreciate you so much! If you have the means, support the show at patreon.com/creativepeptalk!
SHOW NOTESTranscripts available on the Creative Pep Talk episode!Sign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/pathCheck out the Creative Pep Talk shop at creativepeptalk.etsy.comMelissa's WebsiteMelissa's TED Talk, How I found myself – by impersonating other peopleEither/Or: A Fragment of Life by by Soren KierkegaardYou Could Make This Place Beautiful: A Memoir by Maggie SmithPeteyUSA on TikTokCALL TO ADVENTUREThe either or method. SPONSORS & SHOUT OUTSOUR PATREON BACKERSThank you patrons, we appreciate you so much! If you have the means, support the show at patreon.com/creativepeptalk!
SHOW NOTESTranscripts available on the Creative Pep Talk episode!Sign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/pathCheck out the Creative Pep Talk shop at creativepeptalk.etsy.comMaslow's Hierarchy of NeedsCALL TO ADVENTUREConvertible mooning! Top down, bottoms up assessment of your personal needs. Coin, community, confidence, and connotation.SPONSORS & SHOUT OUTSOUR PATREON BACKERS Thank you patrons, we appreciate you so much! If you have the means, support the show at patreon.com/creativepeptalk!
SHOW NOTESTranscripts available on the Creative Pep Talk episode!Sign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/path OR get the Creative DIet Pyramid https://www.creativepeptalk.com/dietCheck out the Creative Pep Talk shop at creativepeptalk.etsy.comFran Meneses (Franerd)'s Youtube Channel - [Rolling Stone Music Challenge]CALL TO ADVENTURETurn the other cheek!Find your guide and humble yourself, lean into the discomfort, and feel the burn anyway!SPONSORS & SHOUT OUTSOUR PATREON BACKERS Thank you patrons, we appreciate you so much! If you have the means, support the show at patreon.com/creativepeptalk!
SHOW NOTESTranscripts available on the Creative Pep Talk episode!Sign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/pathCheck out the Creative Pep Talk shop at creativepeptalk.etsy.comLizzy Stewart's InstagramAlison by Lizzy StewartWalking Distance by Lizzy StewartCALL TO ADVENTURERedefine your mountain.How can you rethink the things you want to do? How can you downsize it in your mind to make it less intimidating?SPONSORS & SHOUT OUTSOUR PATREON BACKERSThank you patrons, we appreciate you so much! If you have the means, support the show at patreon.com/creativepeptalk!
SHOW NOTESTranscripts available on the Creative Pep Talk episode!Sign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/pathCheck out the Creative Pep Talk shop at creativepeptalk.etsy.comLeave us a voicemail for a future Ask Dr. Pizza episode, by clicking the mic in the corner of https://www.creativepeptalk.com/!Austin Kleon's Desk(s)Design Matters Podcast with Debbie MillmanBrad Montague on the Insatiable Monster Internet1000 True Fans by Kevin KellyBCG Growth Share MatrixCreative Pepped Growth Share Matrix at https://www.creativepeptalk.com/p/growth/SPONSORS & SHOUT OUTSOUR PATREON BACKERS Thank you patrons, we appreciate you so much! If you have the means, support the show at patreon.com/creativepeptalk!
SHOW NOTESTranscripts available on the Creative Pep Talk episode!Sign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/pathCheck out the Creative Pep Talk shop at creativepeptalk.etsy.comWonderworks: Literary invention and the science of stories by Angus FletcherBill Burr's Comedy Writing Secrets (Feat. The Joke Doctor)Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle ZevinThere's a Wocket in my Pocket! by Dr. SeussRosie's Walk by Pat HutchinsEast of Eden by John SteinbeckYes to Life: In Spite of Everything by Viktor E. FranklCALL TO ADVENTUREPick a feeling and then find a mechanic/method of how you can create that feeling.SPONSORS & SHOUT OUTSOUR PATREON BACKERS Thank you patrons, we appreciate you so much! If you have the means, support the show at patreon.com/creativepeptalk!
SHOW NOTESTranscripts available on the Creative Pep Talk episode!Sign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/pathCheck out the Creative Pep Talk shop at creativepeptalk.etsy.comThird Eye Drops with Michael PhillipThe Awakened Brain: The New Science of Spirituality and Our Quest for an Inspired Life by Dr. Lisa MillerHow to Awaken Your Brian with Dr. Lisa Miller - Episode of Third Eye DropsInvisible Ink: A Practical Guide to Building Stories That Resonate by Brian McDonaldThe Soul's Code: In Search of Character and Calling by James HillmanThe Book of Symbols: Reflections on Archetypal ImagesThe Red Book: Liber Novus by C.G. JungSPONSORS & SHOUT OUTSOUR PATREON BACKERS Thank you patrons, we appreciate you so much! If you have the means, support the show at patreon.com/creativepeptalk!
SHOW NOTESTranscripts available on the Creative Pep Talk episode!Sign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/pathCheck out the Creative Pep Talk shop at creativepeptalk.etsy.comBroken Record Podcast - Belle and SebastianAtomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James ClearCALL TO ADVENTUREBe creative with your time to have more time to be creative.Find the fulcrumMake a mosaicDo a batch day60-minute (or 90-minute) morningSprint (scan-tron it)Trim the fatPlan itEnergy clockQuit somethingSharpening the axeSPONSORS & SHOUT OUTSOUR PATREON BACKERSThank you patrons, we appreciate you so much! If you have the means, support the show at patreon.com/creativepeptalk!
SHOW NOTESTranscripts available on the Creative Pep Talk episode!Sign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/pathCheck out the Creative Pep Talk shop at creativepeptalk.etsy.comThe Awakened Brain: The New Science of Spirituality and Our Quest for an Inspired Life by Lisa MillerAtomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James ClearCALL TO ADVENTUREThis whole episode is a call to adventure! The quest to find and progress your main quest.SPONSORS & SHOUT OUTSOUR PATREON BACKERS Thank you patrons, we appreciate you so much! If you have the means, support the show at patreon.com/creativepeptalk!
SHOW NOTESTranscripts available on the Creative Pep Talk episode!Sign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/pathCheck out the Creative Pep Talk shop at creativepeptalk.etsy.comMauro Gatti's WebsiteMauro Gatti's InstagramThe Happy Broadcast by Mauro GattiCALL TO ADVENTURESet your art free by doing free art.What could you afford to do happily for free?SPONSORS & SHOUT OUTSOUR PATREON BACKERSThank you patrons, we appreciate you so much! If you have the means, support the show at patreon.com/creativepeptalk!
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SHOW NOTESEpisode TranscriptSign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/pathCheck out the Creative Pep Talk shop at creativepeptalk.etsy.comThe One Thing by Jay Papasan and Gary KellerAtomic Habits by James ClearLisa CongdonJessica HischeKate Bingaman-BurtThe NOD Daily Drawing ProjectGretchen Rubin - The Four Tendencies SPONSORS & SHOUT OUTSOUR PATREON BACKERSThank you patrons, we appreciate you so much! If you have the means, support the show at patreon.com/creativepeptalk!
SHOW NOTESTranscripts available at creativepeptalk.com/episodes!Sign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/pathCheck out the Creative Pep Talk shop at creativepeptalk.etsy.comInvisible Things – NEW PICTURE BOOK, OUT NOW!Follow Invisible Things on Instagram!CALL TO ADVENTURECreate a tension board. Similar to a mood board, but through the lens of a medium that feels opposite to you, being yourself in a place that is completely uncomfortable to you. What are the similarities to how you approached this, to how you approach your work?SPONSORS & SHOUT OUTSOUR PATREON BACKERS Thank you patrons, we appreciate you so much! If you have the means, support the show at patreon.com/creativepeptalk!
SHOW NOTESTranscripts available at creativepeptalk.com/episodes!Sign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/pathCheck out the Creative Pep Talk shop at creativepeptalk.etsy.comFollow Invisible Things on Instagram!PRE-ORDER INVISIBLE THINGS! Upcoming picture book out July 18th, 2023!*Currently with all pre-orders you can get a FREE poster!Hrishikesh Hirway's WebsiteWhat you discover when you really listen - TED Talk by Hrishikesh HirwayCALL TO ADVENTUREThe Creative Key.Break down a favorite piece of your work into some behind the scenes kind of way, then create some new work that really makes this idea accessible.SPONSORS & SHOUT OUTSOUR PATREON BACKERS Thank you patrons, we appreciate you so much! If you have the means, support the show at patreon.com/creativepeptalk!
SHOW NOTESTranscripts available at creativepeptalk.com/episodes!Sign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/pathCheck out the Creative Pep Talk shop at creativepeptalk.etsy.comFollow Invisible Things on Instagram!PRE-ORDER INVISIBLE THINGS! Upcoming picture book out July 18th, 2023! *Currently with all pre-orders you can get a FREE poster!___The Dip: A Little Book That Teaches You When to Quit - Book by Seth GodinThe Gap by Ira GlassCALL TO ADVENTUREFocus on the locus of your control. Write down an action that is still able to move the needle towards what you're after. If you don't have an action, what is an opportunity you can pivot towards? Determine where to stick with the line you're stuck in, or just keep pivoting.SPONSORS & SHOUT OUTSOUR PATREON BACKERS Thank you patrons, we appreciate you so much! If you have the means, support the show at patreon.com/creativepeptalk!
SHOW NOTESTranscripts available at creativepeptalk.com/episodes!Sign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/pathCheck out the Creative Pep Talk shop at creativepeptalk.etsy.comFollow Invisible Things on Instagram!**PRE-ORDER INVISIBLE THINGS! Upcoming picture book out July 18th, 2023!** *Currently with all pre-orders you can get a FREE poster!___Grace Miceli's InstagramGrace Miceli's WebsiteDraw It Out: Transform a Journal Entry into an Evocative Comic - Skillshare Class by Grace MiceliThe Book of Symbols: Reflections on Archetypal Images"The Kekulé Problem" - Nautilus Article by Cormac McCarthyCALL TO ADVENTUREWrite a life list (with no judgement). What do you associate with those things? What do they represent for you personally?SPONSORS & SHOUT OUTSVOICE123 This episode is sponsored by Voice123, the first online marketplace for voice actors to grow their voice over business.Got a creative project you'd like to bring to life? Download our free step-by-step guide at voice123.co/creativepeptalk to successfully find the right voice for your projects. You'll see why signing up for a free Voice123 account at voice123.com is your most hassle-free way to post your first project and hire a voice actor today!OUR PATREON BACKERS Thank you patrons, we appreciate you so much! If you have the means, support the show at patreon.com/creativepeptalk!
SHOW NOTESTranscripts available at creativepeptalk.com/episodes!Sign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/pathCheck out the Creative Pep Talk shop at creativepeptalk.etsy.comFollow Invisible Things on Instagram!PRE-ORDER INVISIBLE THINGS! Upcoming picture book out July 18th, 2023!*Currently with all pre-orders you can get a FREE poster!–––Greek Myth - Theseus and the MinotaurCALL TO ADVENTUREActive ImaginationTake the connections from your collections, put them on the page and start asking yourself, what are these about? Daydreaming into intention, without judgment.(The Creative Self Excavation Series)SPONSORS & SHOUT OUTSADOBE FRESCO Adobe Fresco is a free drawing and painting app built for the latest stylus and touch devices. Fresco brings together the world's largest collection of vector and raster brushes, plus revolutionary live brushes, to deliver a completely natural painting and drawing experience. For artists, illustrators, animators, sketchers, and anyone who wants to discover, or rediscover, the joy of drawing and painting. Available on iPhone, iPad, and Windows. https://adobefresco.app.link/CPTVOICE123 This episode is sponsored by Voice123, the first online marketplace for voice actors to grow their voice over business.Got a creative project you'd like to bring to life? Download our free step-by-step guide at voice123.co/creativepeptalk to successfully find the right voice for your projects. You'll see why signing up for a free Voice123 account at voice123.com is your most hassle-free way to post your first project and hire a voice actor today!OUR PATREON BACKERS Thank you patrons, we appreciate you so much! If you have the means, support the show at patreon.com/creativepeptalk!
SHOW NOTESTranscripts available at creativepeptalk.com/episodes!Sign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/pathCheck out the Creative Pep Talk shop at creativepeptalk.etsy.comFollow Invisible Things on Instagram!PRE-ORDER INVISIBLE THINGS! Upcoming picture book out July 18th, 2023!Currently with all pre-orders you can get a FREE poster!–––Steal Like an Artist by Austin KleonThe Marginalian (formerly known as Brain Pickings) by Maria PopovaNetworked Knowledge and Combinatorial Creativity - The Marginalian by Maria PopovaEPISODE 392 with Kirby FergusonEverything Is A Remix by Kirby FergusonCALL TO ADVENTUREMake a dry bones collage. Erase the boundaries and find connecting points between the collections you've unearthed.(The Creative Self Excavation Series)SPONSORS & SHOUT OUTSADOBE FRESCO Adobe Fresco is a free drawing and painting app built for the latest stylus and touch devices. Fresco brings together the world's largest collection of vector and raster brushes, plus revolutionary live brushes, to deliver a completely natural painting and drawing experience. For artists, illustrators, animators, sketchers, and anyone who wants to discover, or rediscover, the joy of drawing and painting. Available on iPhone, iPad, and Windows. https://adobefresco.app.link/CPTVOICE123 This episode is sponsored by Voice123, the first online marketplace for voice actors to grow their voice over business.Got a creative project you'd like to bring to life? Download our free step-by-step guide at voice123.co/creativepeptalk to successfully find the right voice for your projects. You'll see why signing up for a free Voice123 account at voice123.com is your most hassle-free way to post your first project and hire a voice actor today!OUR PATREON BACKERS Thank you patrons, we appreciate you so much! If you have the means, support the show at patreon.com/creativepeptalk!
SHOW NOTESTranscripts available at creativepeptalk.com/episodes!Sign up to the newsletter and receive a FREE copy of The Creative Career Path e-book! https://www.creativepeptalk.com/pathCheck out the Creative Pep Talk shop at creativepeptalk.etsy.comFollow Invisible Things on Instagram!PRE-ORDER INVISIBLE THINGS! Upcoming picture book out July 18th, 2023!*Currently with all pre-orders you can get a FREE poster!Greek Myth - Theseus and the MinotaurCALL TO ADVENTUREPsychological mudlarking!Unearthing psychically charged symbols, stories, and archetypes from your life. Digging into, collecting the things holding energy.mud•lark (n): a person who scavenges in river mud for objects of value.(The Creative Self Excavation Series)SPONSORS & SHOUT OUTSADOBE FRESCOAdobe Fresco is a free drawing and painting app built for the latest stylus and touch devices. Fresco brings together the world's largest collection of vector and raster brushes, plus revolutionary live brushes, to deliver a completely natural painting and drawing experience. For artists, illustrators, animators, sketchers, and anyone who wants to discover, or rediscover, the joy of drawing and painting. Available on iPhone, iPad, and Windows. https://adobefresco.app.link/CPTVOICE123This episode is sponsored by Voice123, the first online marketplace for voice actors to grow their voice over business.Got a creative project you'd like to bring to life? Download our free step-by-step guide at voice123.co/creativepeptalk to successfully find the right voice for your projects. You'll see why signing up for a free Voice123 account at voice123.com is your most hassle-free way to post your first project and hire a voice actor today!OUR PATREON BACKERSThank you patrons, we appreciate you so much! If you have the means, support the show at patreon.com/creativepeptalk!