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Like building a house, as a team leader, you have to build a firm foundation for your team. The starting point is communication, which will help to create psychological safety and a space for strong relationships. Alignment will be attainable as each member will know and understand their strengths and roles within the team, leading to execution on goals. When every team member feels like a valuable member of the team and brings their best, the highest levels of capacity and performance can be reached. Dan Frey of GiANT Southeast outlines and discusses this Maximizing Team Performance tool to give you an understanding of how to create this type of synergy. Dan mentioned his "Creative" Voice. The importance of learning your Voice and the Voices of those on your team is vital to establish the communication, trust and relationships necessary to build a healhy, high performing team. Your Team or entire organization can take the Team Performance Assessment to get a baseline of how your team is functioning in each of these five components: communication, relationships, alignment, execution and capacity. Sign up for a GiANT OS Pro account HERE to get access to this assessment and others.If you'd like to work with Dan, feel free to reach out to him on LinkedIn.Perhaps you are a coach or a consultant (or you would like to become one). You can become certified in the GiANT tools so you can add the tool Dan discussed in this episode and the many others we have walked through, to your coaching tool belt. We are accepting applications for our Certification program now. Sign up HERE.If you would like to order any of the books mentioned in the podcast, feel free to go to Amazon to order single or small orders. If you would like order in bulk for a discount, fill out this form and we will connect you directly to our publisher.We'd love to hear from you: your questions, your comments and your stories about leading.Reach out to tracy.rader@giantworldwide.com
Dennis Stevens is a visionary leader and seasoned consultant with over three decades of experience at the intersection of technology innovation and organizational leadership. Beginning his career in the United States Marine Corps, Dennis honed an appreciation for what can be accomplished with well-formed teams, clarity of purpose, and effective leadership. His entrepreneurial spirit led him to found multiple companies, including Responsive Software Solutions, Synaptus, and Knowledge in Process, where he integrated software solutions with business strategies and spearheaded significant business transformation initiatives. In 2011, Dennis co-founded LeadingAgile, where he solidified his reputation for innovative problem-solving and scalable business solutions. He led over 150 transformations, demonstrating his ability to drive sustainable and meaningful organizational changes. His pioneering work in Agile transformations and AI integration has positioned him as a thought leader in creating resilient and adaptable organizations. Dennis' latest venture, OrgWright, founded in 2024, focuses on guiding organizations through the rapidly evolving digital landscape. OrgWright's mission is to build leadership teams that craft dynamic organizations, enhancing adaptability and strategic execution. Dennis has identified four key conditions vital for fostering a culture of adaptability: Informed Awareness, Coherence, Purposeful Direction, and Strategic Empowerment. These principles, grounded in his extensive experience and management literature, ensure that organizations not only adapt to changes but lead in innovation and strategic execution. Dennis is a sought-after speaker and thought leader, known for his insights on overcoming common pitfalls in organizational transformation, the importance of executive buy-in, and the future of work in the age of AI. His approach moves beyond isolated team successes, addressing the critical need for executive leadership to foster environments where true scalability and adaptability can thrive.
Join Bottlebrush Film, Gione & Hannah da Silva, Kennedy Nicole Films, William Sarmiento, Los MAWI and myself in this live panel discussion at the Amar Workshop in Cartagena, Colombia, where we explore the significance of developing a unique style in an oversaturated market. The conversation delves into the importance of branding, finding one's authentic voice, and the creative processes involved in wedding filmmaking. Panelists share personal experiences, challenges, and insights on how to navigate the industry while staying true to their artistic vision. The discussion emphasizes the need for intentionality in capturing moments and the value of collaboration and communication with clients and vendors. Takeaways - Developing a unique style is crucial for standing out in wedding filmmaking. - Branding should reflect your personal style and voice. - Finding the right clients is essential for a successful business. - Your brand can evolve over time; it's a continuous process. - Experimenting with different styles helps in discovering your authentic voice. - Capturing the celebration aspect of weddings is as important as the emotional side. - Intentionality in shooting and editing leads to more authentic films. - Using keywords can help clarify your vision and approach to each wedding. - Collaboration with other vendors enhances the overall experience. - It's important to show all aspects of a wedding, not just the highlights.
Send us a textIn this episode of the "I Love New Mexico" podcast, Bunny engages with Barbara McCullough, an artist with a background in technical illustration, pottery, and painting. Barbara shares her journey from working for NASA to embracing pottery and eventually painting. She discusses her struggles with depression and alcohol, her path to sobriety, and how these experiences shaped her art. Barbara also talks about her move to New Mexico and her upcoming participation in the Fall Paint Out event on Canyon Road. The episode highlights the transformative power of art and the vibrant artistic community in New Mexico.Links:Email: barbaramcc46@gmail.comWebsite: www.BarbaraMcCulloch.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.unstoppable.artist/Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/barbara.mcculloch.395669/Facebook group (free): https://www.facebook.com/groups/902308597144960The Unstoppable Artist workbook: https://www.amazon.com/Unstoppable-Artist-Discovering-Inside-Yourself/dp/1665723076Art Is Gallery Website: https://artisgallerysantafe.com/I Love New Mexico blog pageBunny's websiteI Love New Mexico InstagramI Love New Mexico FacebookOriginal Music by: Kene Terry
Today, Stacie is joined by her good friend and illustrator, Genna Blackburn, for an insightful conversation about finding your signature style and growing a loyal audience. Genna shares her journey from graphic design to surface design, how she overcame creative blocks, and the challenges she faced while transitioning into art licensing. They discuss the importance of developing a cohesive Instagram feed, building an email list, and consistently showing up for your audience. Genna's story serves as an inspiring roadmap for artists looking to balance creativity with audience growth. Today on Art + Audience: Introduction to Genna Blackburn: Genna shares her background as an illustrator and surface designer based in Detroit. From ballroom dancing to graphic design, she's found her niche in creating childlike designs for kids' products, such as diapers and puzzles. Overcoming Fear and Finding Your Style: Genna talks about the transition from graphic design, where creativity often took a back seat, to discovering her voice as an illustrator. She candidly discusses the self-doubt she faced and how she developed her signature style over time. Building an Email List: Genna emphasizes the importance of creating a lead magnet (like her free guide to finding your style) as a way to organically grow an audience. She shares how she built an email list of 4,500 subscribers without ads by simply offering value. Developing a Cohesive Instagram Feed: Cohesiveness, Genna explains, is key to growing on Instagram. She talks about limiting color palettes and planning her posts to create a feed that attracts both art directors and potential clients. Authenticity and Engagement: Stacie and Genna dive into how authenticity—being vulnerable about struggles and real experiences—helps build genuine relationships with an audience. Genna shares tips on how to keep talking about your work, overcoming the fear of self-promotion. Connect with Genna Blackburn: Instagram: @gennablackburn Website: gennablackburn.com Download her Free Guide: gennablackburn.com/style Connect with Stacie Bloomfield: Subscribe, Rate and Review: Art + Audience Podcast Website: staciebloomfield.com | leverageyourart.com Instagram: @gingiber | @leverageyourart Facebook: @ShopGingiber Pinterest: pinterest.com/gingiber Get the free 5-day email course at artlicensingplaybook.com
In this episode of Creative Chats, we delve into the future of creativity. Let's be honest, things are tough out there for creative at the moment. AI is everywhere and trying to keep up can feel dizzying. Mike Brennan explores the evolving landscape of the creative industry, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and continuous learning amidst the rise of AI. This episode brims with insights and practical advice for anyone passionate about staying ahead in a rapidly changing world. 3 Key Takeaways:
Friends since 4th grade! What a gift-Rae Lawrence offers us so much wisdom in this episode around the Wild Woman archetype, creative life as a mother, teacher, artist musician and coach, a sharing of her SONG "Wolf Woman" and more on how you can learn to empower your voice and gifts. "My name is Rae and I am a song carrier, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and teacher based in Northern California. I am passionate about the journey of awakening and wrote the song “Wolf Woman”, as a support to the awakening of the wild feminine. I offer 1:1 coaching sessions for budding artists to tap into their authentic voice and free their art! I graduated from the University of Southern California with my Master's Degree in Teaching and also teach children's music lessons where we develop rhythm skills, learn foundational music theory, and nurture the art of play."Connect with Rae: https://www.raelawrencemusic.com/Instagram: @raelawrencemusic The Abundant Nourished Creative Masterclass
Max Joseph is a filmmaker, digital content creator, and former co-host of MTV's Catfish. This conversation explores Max's journey through the evolving media landscape and his search for creative fulfillment and happiness. We discuss his experience directing a Hollywood feature, the aftermath of a high-profile box office disappointment, and his new YouTube series on the science of well-being. He shares insights on straddling traditional and new media, creative struggles, the neuroscience of happiness, and the importance of connection. Max is a thoughtful, vulnerable storyteller. And this conversation is a reflection of resilience and creative reinvention. Enjoy! Show notes + MORE Watch on YouTube Newsletter Sign-Up Today's Sponsors: Eight Sleep: Use code RICHROLL to get $350 OFF Pod 4 Ultra
Award winning author Roxane Gay discusses how to find and nurture your creative voice. Learn techniques to express your ideas clearly and create things you love with ease. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Today we are thrilled to have Sarah Teresa Cook, a creative mentor and writing coach, join us. Sarah shares her unique journey from academia to social work, and how these experiences have shaped her approach to coaching and mentorship. She emphasizes the importance of a trauma-informed lens in creative practices and how it can help individuals develop a healthier relationship with their creativity. "I have this vision of a world where trauma informed practices and communication are the norm and are not a specialty that we have to go into certain places to access." To connect with Sarah and learn more about her work, visit her website at sarahteresacook.com. Be sure to check out the show notes for the link to sign up for the Substack giveaway! We hope you enjoy this insightful and inspiring episode. If you find it valuable, please share it with others who might benefit from Sarah's wisdom and experience. Get all the links, resources and show notes here: https://wellnesscentercreators.com Sponsored by Jane App, Jane offers online booking, charting, scheduling, secure video and invoicing on one secure, beautifully designed system: https://jane.app/ Use code wellness1mo for a one-month grace period on your new Jane account.
Navigating the world of social media can be daunting for artists, with the fear of producing cringey, try-hard, and inauthentic content always looming. And yet, in 2024, mastering social media is essential for capturing attention in order to grow an audience. In this episode, we welcome Gus Heagerty, a true multi-hyphenate artist who has found success in discovering his creative voice through social media. He has discovered a way to authentically engage with social media, building a sizable audience without compromising his creative values, leading to some awesome opportunities. Tune in to hear Gus share his unique insights on staying true to yourself while navigating the complexities of social media and to hear about the time Joshua professed his love for Gus back in college. If you're struggling to find your authentic voice online and grow your audience without losing your artistic soul, this episode is for you!Gus Heagerty: IG | TikTokI Am a Slow Tide“CREATIVE RISK”, is a new podcast hosted by actors Joshua Morgan and Mike Labbadia of Artist's Strategy where they explore all things art, entrepreneurialism and everything in between. The acting industry is more volatile and competitive than ever before, therefore the artist must evolve in order to take radical ownership over their creative businesses. Each episode, Mike and Joshua will get raw and unfiltered, giving hot takes and cutting edge strategies on how to build a sustainable career in the arts.____________________________________________________________________Get exclusive content as well as discounts on merch and coaching at our Patreon.https://www.patreon.com/CreativeRiskPodcast
This week on the Arts to Hearts Podcast we have Hanna Inaiáh as our guest. This episode will especially pique your interest if you are intrigued by AI as our guest shares her journey of using artificial intelligence (AI) in her work, including creating stunning images and designs. Hanna is a Brazilian digital artist and surface designer who creates designs that can be applied to home goods, clothing, packaging, and fabric. In this episode, she shares her journey of incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) into her work and how it has allowed her to create stunning and realistic visuals. As an artist, Hanna has worked with brands like Farm Rio, Sig Bergamin, Reserva, and Premiere Vision. The debate surrounding AI is not new. Ever since its advent, people have been skeptical about AI's role in our personal and professional lives. Hanna argues that AI should be seen as a tool that can enhance our creativity and grow our business, rather than something that should be shut down. Reflecting on her own journey with art and AI, Hanna says that using AI tools has had a positive impact on her creativity and has helped her attract new clients. For her, it was experimenting with AI that expanded her creative vision and allowed her to push her own limits. While AI allowed Hanna to see her designs more realistically and make adjustments accordingly, there has been pushback as well where not everyone agrees with Hanna's approach. However, regardless of people's opinions, Hanna has continued to do what she deems best for her art. Currently, Hanna is exploring the idea of creating a course to teach other designers and artists how they can incorporate AI into their work. So, listen to this week's full podcast to find out more about Hanna's viewpoint on AI and how she managed to use it to her advantage. Are you an emerging artist looking for a platform to showcase your work to the world? We are introducing Edition 1 of a stunning coffee table book that will showcase the biographies and creative journeys of 100 women artists from around the world, so submit your artwork . Order Arts To Hearts Magazine #5 here: Order our "100 Emerging Artworks : 2023 Women's Edition" Listen and subscribe on .
This week on the Arts to Hearts Podcast, we have Gayatri Singh as our guest. Founder of Art Incept, Gayatri spent 20 years in the corporate world before she decided to enter the art world. Her gallery has a ‘mentor's first' approach where experienced curators and experts guide artists. Despite not having any formal background in arts, Gayatri was bothered by the fact that there were so many unestablished artists in India because emerging artists did not really have a platform. More importantly, Gayatri could see that there was no way artists could gain the necessary knowledge that would help them navigate the world of art. This led to the inception of Art Incept, a gallery dedicated to nurturing and promoting emerging talent in the visual arts. What attracts Gayatri towards emerging artists is their boldness and fearlessness. She has observed that younger artists are more experimental and so they are using varied materials, which offers a fresh perspective. Her experience with such fresh voices has allowed her to make some observations, and she shares that wisdom with us as well. From making a good portfolio to choosing the right curator/gallery, Gayatri thinks there are a few things emerging artists can do to get their foot in the door. Art Incept offers various training sessions where artists are taught marketing strategy, how to photograph their work, how to be present on social media, and how to work with a gallery. These sessions can make all the difference for young artists, as in the beginning, they barely have an idea of where to start. With the right guidance and training, they can make progress in the right direction. Tune in to the full episode to listen to Gayatri talk about emerging artists and how she is noticing a shift in people's attitudes when it comes to art. Are you an emerging artist looking for a platform to showcase your work to the world? We are introducing Edition 1 of a stunning coffee table book that will showcase the biographies and creative journeys of 100 women artists from around the world, so submit your artwork . Order Arts To Hearts Magazine #5 here: Order our "100 Emerging Artworks : 2023 Women's Edition" Listen and subscribe on .
How do you find your unique design voice? Do you have to start from scratch? Tune in to this week's episode as we chat about where your design voice comes from and 3 ways to start uncovering it today. Whether you're a seasoned designer or just starting out, I am sharing personal insights as well as actionable tips to help you tap into your creative identity. Let's uncover your design voice so you can start confidently sharing your creativity with the world. ________________________________________
This week on our Arts to Hearts podcast, we have three guests who are featured in our book ‘101 Art Book: Floral Edition'. Our host Charuka Arora sits down with Dawn Bouchard, KC Christmas, and Christina Cowan to talk about their creative process, the hardest things they have faced as artists, and their experience of getting published in 101 Art Book. Dawn Bouchard decided to follow her passion after her retirement as a school principal, and now this is what she wants to do all the time. For the past 5 years, she has been painting and experimenting with acrylic paints and soft pastels. KC Christmas is based in South Carolina, and even though is a part-time middle school teacher, her first love is creating things and painting which involves acrylic paint and paper collages. Christina Cowan is from Connecticut, and while she is a social worker, she has been transitioning to a full-time artist. Her work involves oil where she also incorporates collages, poetry, and quotes in order to tell a story. For all three of our guests, the hardest part about being an artist is finding their style and managing the business side of it. This is something that rings true for many others, especially emerging artists, as the initial creative journey is all about finding your voice and how you can make the most out of your work. The creative journey is not all about the challenges, but also the rewards where the entire experience of creating something can be satisfying. It is all about taking inspiration from different elements and then using your art to bring those ideas to life, and for KC, Christina, and Dawn, that is what it's all about! Our book ‘101 Art Book: Floral Edition' has a stunning floral cover by Sonal Nathwani which also makes it a perfect addition to your coffee table. You can find inspiration in floral works by 101 artists and get mesmerized by their reimagination of something so simple yet so alluring; a flower. Order our book at the following link: . Tune in to the full episode to listen to our three guests talk about their painting styles and the process that goes behind it all! Are you an emerging artist looking for a platform to showcase your work to the world? We are introducing Edition 1 of a stunning coffee table book that will showcase the biographies and creative journeys of 100 women artists from around the world, so submit your artwork . Order Arts To Hearts Magazine #5 here: Order our "100 Emerging Artworks : 2023 Women's Edition" Listen and subscribe on .
This week on the Arts to Hearts podcast, we have Susan diRende as our guest. Susan has led a very fascinating life to say the least. Apart from being a painter, she has also been a teacher, has made some films as a writer, and spent a few years in real estate as well as a theatre company. Her books include ‘Knife Witch', a fantasy adventure, and Unpronounceable, a sci-fi/fantasy farce. Susan continues to remind us that age indeed is just a number, and you can pursue your dreams as long as your heart is in it. She did various jobs to support her passion for making art, and today, she is still very much consumed by her ventures. Her biggest fear is that she will regret not having done enough, and so now she is making sure that that doesn't happen! Susan's positive energy is evident in the podcast as well as the Instagram reels she posts on her account. She believes in living each day to the fullest and showing up every day. Through her travel experiences and the work she has done so far, Susan has a lot to share. One thing she has learned from her life as an artist is to be consistent. Even if it's a small thing, you must stick to it and do it every day as it is the one thing that has helped Susan successfully keep in touch with her inner creative. Susan's philosophy in life is to seek novel experiences, as they are the ones that keep us young. She still loves to travel and takes things as they come instead of worrying over what she will do after a couple of years. This attitude has opened vistas for her, as she always tries to do things she has never done before, and in turn, this practice keeps her creativity alive! Catch up on this week's podcast to listen to a very candid and lively conversation between Susan and Charuka, where Susan details the many adventures she has been a part of in her life! We are calling all emerging female artists for our “100 Emerging Artists: 2024 Women's Edition”. This edition marks the inaugural launch of our landmark publication designed to spotlight and celebrate emerging women artists from around the globe. Apply . Are you an emerging artist looking for a platform to showcase your work to the world? We are introducing Edition 1 of a stunning coffee table book that will showcase the biographies and creative journeys of 100 women artists from around the world, so submit your artwork . Order Arts To Hearts Magazine #5 here: Order our "100 Emerging Artworks : 2023 Women's Edition" Listen and subscribe on .
On this week's Arts to Hearts Podcast, we have Jennifer Rizzo as our guest. Jennifer is a partner and director of Hashimoto Contemporary, and her focus is emerging contemporary art. In this episode, Jennifer talks about the hardest part of being in the gallery business, how she connects curators with artists, and how she feels about posting art on social media. For Jennifer, being in the gallery business is gratifying as she is able to do what she has always wanted to do; help other artists. With her skill set and years of experience in this business, Jennifer has learned quite a few things about curating shows and exhibitions. There is nothing Jennifer enjoys more than being able to witness the process and behind-the-scenes of an art show. As a gallerist, Jennifer has some tips to share for artists which include doing research and finding a gallery that is the right fit for them. It's all about building those tiny bridges and creating a community, and Jennifer is spilling the beans on that! Jennifer and Charuka also have a heart-to-heart about how sharing work with the world can be daunting for some artists, and what can be done to get over that fear. Moreover, as a gallerist, Jennifer also emphasizes the importance of trust between a gallerist and an artist, and how artists must learn to have more faith in their abilities. Another fascinating topic Jennifer and Charuka touch upon is the power of social media and how artists need to curate their online image. Jennifer thinks that it's important that artists focus more on authentically showing their art and process, rather than worrying about the aesthetics of their Instagram feed. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation as Jennifer sheds light on art and the gallery business, and tune in to this week's full episode! Are you an emerging artist looking for a platform to showcase your work to the world? We are introducing Edition 1 of a stunning coffee table book that will showcase the biographies and creative journeys of 100 women artists from around the world, so submit your artwork . We are also calling all emerging female artists for our “100 Emerging Artists: 2024 Women's Edition”. This edition marks the inaugural launch of our landmark publication designed to spotlight and celebrate emerging women artists from around the globe. Apply . Order Arts To Hearts Magazine #5 here: Order our "100 Emerging Artworks : 2023 Women's Edition" Listen and subscribe on .
This week, our Arts to Hearts Podcast is a special one because we have not one but three guests! Chilu, Anne van Midden, and Rajul Shah are among the 50 artists that have been featured in our latest Studio Visit Book Volume 3, where you can read about their creative process through intimate photographs and revealing interviews. These artists talk about how art is a meditative process for them in some way, and while the final art form may differ, the act itself is deeply therapeutic. This week's episode is an opportunity for our listeners to get to know these artists beyond the pages of our Studio Visit Book. Chilu, Rajul, and Anne also share what their art is about and what their creative process looks like. While Anne compares her process to choreography, Rajul shares an interesting activity that calms her and gets her in the 'creative mood'. Through their respective creative journey, our guests have gained quite a lot of insights, and hence, have some words of affirmation to share. Ultimately, what helps young artists is when they stay true to themselves. It works best when artists don't listen to other people, but rather follow their own intuition and not let anything hold them back, as this is what these three amazing women have done! For all the artists and art lovers, this episode is not one to be missed as you will find several relatable moments and words of aspirations, so tune in to the full episode. Don't forget to order volume 3 of our Studio Visit Book which has been curated by Rachel Burke with a stunning cover art by artist Iryna Maksymova. Link of our Studio Visit Book is . Arts to Hearts Project is thrilled to announce the launch of our new call for art for a virtual exhibition, accompanied by the creation of an exquisite artist's book. The virtual exhibition promises to be a captivating showcase of visual experiences, while the artist's book will serve as a timeless collection of these vibrant creations. You can submit your artworks . We are also calling all emerging female artists for our “100 Emerging Artists: 2024 Women's Edition”. This edition marks the inaugural launch of our landmark publication designed to spotlight and celebrate emerging women artists from around the globe. Apply . Order Arts To Hearts Magazine #5 here: Order our "100 Emerging Artworks : 2023 Women's Edition" Listen and subscribe on .
This week on the Arts to Hearts Podcast, our host Charuka Arora sits down with Kristin Hjellegjerde who is a gallerist and a curator based in London. Kristin is also the curator for our upcoming book “100 Emerging Artists: 2024 Women's Edition”. In this episode, Kristin talks about her curation process and the struggles she had to face in the gallery business without an art background. Selling art is not easy, but over the years, Kristin has become quite good at it. She always thought she would become a writer, but she jokes that she lacks the self-discipline for that. However, everything turned out perfectly for her as she was able to find her calling and choose a career she felt passionately about! From the outside, people simply see Kristin's success, but a lot of hard work and sweat went into it. From creating relationships with the right people to building trust with the collectors, Kristin has done everything she can to make sure that she has a sustainable business that continuously grows despite any external variables. Right now, she's running galleries in London, the U.S., and Berlin, and none of it came easy. As someone who started out without any funding or wealth, she had to learn some hard lessons at the beginning of her career. But it was her self-determination and constant struggle that enabled her to pull through everything that came her way. Talking about her curation process, Kristin likes to follow her instincts and wants to be surprised by something she has not seen before. Being the curator for our “100 Emerging Artists: 2024 Women's Edition”, she is looking for anything with a good narrative, whether it is photography, painting, or sculpture. Your art can be in any form, and the one way it will grab Kristin's attention is by telling a good story! So tune in to this week's full episode and listen to Kristin talk in detail about her journey as a gallerist and a curator! Arts to Hearts Project is thrilled to announce the launch of our new call for art for a virtual exhibition, accompanied by the creation of an exquisite artist's book. The virtual exhibition promises to be a captivating showcase of visual experiences, while the artist's book will serve as a timeless collection of these vibrant creations. You can submit your artworks . We are also calling all emerging female artists for our “100 Emerging Artists: 2024 Women's Edition”. This edition marks the inaugural launch of our landmark publication designed to spotlight and celebrate emerging women artists from around the globe. Apply . Order Arts To Hearts Magazine #5 here: Order our "100 Emerging Artworks : 2023 Women's Edition" Listen and subscribe on .
This week on the Arts to Hearts Podcast, we have a very special guest who is reinventing the art world with her creative act. Lisa Ray is not only an actor, author, and writer, but she is also the co-founder of TheUpsideSpace (TUS), a curator-led digital art platform that spotlights artistic expressions from South Asia, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. In this episode, Charuka and Lisa talk about putting yourself out there as a creative and why it's important to create an inclusive art ecosystem. Lisa describes herself as a creative and wanderer, someone who never stopped exploring and refused to be confined to one creative label. While many know Lisa for her amazing acting chops, Lisa considers writing as her primary mode of expression and has also published her memoir “Close to the Bone”. She has also written numerous articles for magazines in India such as Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, etc. Over the years, Lisa has not lost touch with her creative side and is constantly finding ways to connect back to it. One such example is Lisa's latest endeavor, TheUpsideSpace, which focuses on bridging the gap between traditional and digital arts. By focusing especially on art from places like Bhutan and Laos, TUS is making sure that the art world can become more inclusive towards artistic expressions that normally do not get as much spotlight as they should. The world is filled with creative minds, and all we need to do is think outside the box to create a space where all forms of art are welcome! Lisa is a huge proponent of reimagining and reinventing your modes of expression, and the path she has chosen as a creative is an inspiring one. She admits that TUS is ahead of the curve and that in itself should encourage anyone who also wants to bring about tangible change in the art world. TheUpsideSpace has put together some marvelous exhibitions so far, so do check it out on their official . In the meantime, tune in to this week's entire episode and listen to Lisa talk about TheUpsideSpace and why she isn't afraid of being vulnerable! Arts to Hearts Project is thrilled to announce the launch of our new call for art for a virtual exhibition, accompanied by the creation of an exquisite artist's book. The virtual exhibition promises to be a captivating showcase of visual experiences, while the artist's book will serve as a timeless collection of these vibrant creations. You can submit your artworks . We are also calling all emerging female artists for our “100 Emerging Artists: 2024 Women's Edition”. This edition marks the inaugural launch of our landmark publication designed to spotlight and celebrate emerging women artists from around the globe. Apply . Order Arts To Hearts Magazine #4 here: Learn how you can UNLOCK YOUR CREATIVE POTENTIAL in 2023. Sign up for our FREE Mini guide & workbook. Check out the Arts To Hearts Shop at Join ATH directory for women artists here: Listen and subscribe on Apple Artist Services:
This week on the Arts to Hearts Podcast, we are hosting Nicholas Wilton who is the founder of the Art2Life Creativity workshops and classes. In this episode, Nicholas talks about finding joy in his work, the limiting beliefs artists have, and the vulnerable moment in his life that pushed him toward becoming the creative visionary he is today! Nicholas has always been an artist, and as he gained experience from his own journey, he decided to help others achieve that as well. He started with small destination workshops and taught online. With the assistance of his team, he helps people find who they are as artists. In the meantime, Nicholas has not forgotten his passion and continues to make art in his own studio. Something Nicholas has learned over the years is that artists have little faith in themselves, and that is something that can really hinder their growth. Nicholas thinks that artists today are limited by the belief that some artists are more gifted than others. He argues that each individual has their own set of skills and is as capable as anyone else. Realizing this is the first small step you can take to build that self-confidence in yourself. Another mistake that artists often make is that they compare themselves to others and worry whether they will be able to sell art. Comparison is the thief of joy, and Nicholas thinks that it can truly shatter your self-esteem. Instead of looking at other people's art, it's important that you focus on your work and be authentic, and only then you can begin to take control of your narrative! In this podcast, Nicholas shares many more insightful tips on how you can connect with your inner artist and do what you love, so tune in and listen to the entire episode! Arts to Hearts Project is thrilled to announce the launch of our new call for art for a virtual exhibition, accompanied by the creation of an exquisite artist's book. The virtual exhibition promises to be a captivating showcase of visual experiences, while the artist's book will serve as a timeless collection of these vibrant creations. You can submit your artworks . We are also calling all emerging female artists for our “100 Emerging Artists: 2024 Women's Edition”. This edition marks the inaugural launch of our landmark publication designed to spotlight and celebrate emerging women artists from around the globe. Apply . Order Arts To Hearts Magazine #4 here: Learn how you can UNLOCK YOUR CREATIVE POTENTIAL in 2023. Sign up for our FREE Mini guide & workbook. Check out the Arts To Hearts Shop at Join ATH directory for women artists here: Listen and subscribe on Apple Artist Services:
Welcome back to The Full Time Artist Podcast!This week we are talking all how valuable having belief in yourself is to building success in your creative business, how to continually be fuelling this belief and how to harness this for success. Episode links;Workshop; Understanding your Creative Voice and how to harness this to build success in your creative businessMarch 21st 6-7pm Sequel GalleryBuy TicketsPatreonhttps://patreon.com/user?u=34308639Creative Clarity Session?https://www.niceverist.com/booking-calendar/creative-clarity-session?referral=service_list_widgetAnd if you want to keep the conversation going make sure to join as at The Full Time Artist Facebook Groupwww.facebook.com/groups/thefulltimeartist/https://www.instagram.com/nic_everist_art
This week on the Arts to Hearts Podcast, we have Liza Zhurkovskaya as our guest. Liza is an art curator and art advisor. For the past nine years, Liza has been working with corporate and private clients where she assists them in building their collections. Now, she has her own online gallery which supports artists and better assists her clients with acquiring original art and curating their collections. In this episode, Charuka and Liza talk about emerging artists in the digital age, struggles in the art world, and curating for ATH Magazine issue 6. Liza was born in Russia and moved to Canada when she was 17. Once in Canada, Liza felt an instant connection with the galleries and museums. It was when she had her first gallery job that she realized that this could be a great fit for her. She felt confident about handling the artists and their needs, and that is the skillset someone like her needs to be successful at what she does. Talking about having multiple ventures, Liza admits that she doesn't see it as debilitating, rather, it's an advantage because if something financially doesn't work one month, she can work a little bit more on another thing and vice versa. This also helps keep her motivated to grow and aim bigger. For the emerging artists out there, Liza has a positive outlook to share. She thinks that being an emerging artist in today's age of social media is an advantage as they can choose their own route. Such artists have the option to decide whether they want to sell on their own or if they want to be with galleries. The possibilities are endless, and that can prove to be a big advantage. Liza is also our curator for the ATH Magazine issue 6. She has a few tips to share for those who want to be featured in our upcoming magazine, so listen to the entire podcast to know more about how you can get selected! Arts to Hearts Project is thrilled to announce the launch of our new call for art for a virtual exhibition, accompanied by the creation of an exquisite artist's book. The virtual exhibition promises to be a captivating showcase of visual experiences, while the artist's book will serve as a timeless collection of these vibrant creations. You can submit your artworks . We're delighted to announce that we are now accepting art submissions for the sixth edition of ATH Magazine! If you are someone whose artworks dare to question the norm and sparks interesting conversations, then this is your chance! Submit your artwork . We are also calling all emerging female artists for our “100 Emerging Artists: 2024 Women's Edition”. This edition marks the inaugural launch of our landmark publication designed to spotlight and celebrate emerging women artists from around the globe. Apply . Order Arts To Hearts Magazine #4 here: Learn how you can UNLOCK YOUR CREATIVE POTENTIAL in 2023. Sign up for our FREE Mini guide & workbook. Check out the Arts To Hearts Shop at Join ATH directory for women artists here: Listen and subscribe on Apple Artist Services:
Welcome back to The Full Time Artist Podcast!This week we are talking all how valuable having belief in yourself is to building success in your creative business, how to continually be fuelling this belief and how to harness this for success. Episode links;Workshop; Understanding your Creative Voice and how to harness this to build success in your creative businessMarch 21st 6-7pm Sequel GalleryBuy TicketsPatreonhttps://patreon.com/user?u=34308639Creative Clarity Session?https://www.niceverist.com/booking-calendar/creative-clarity-session?referral=service_list_widgetAnd if you want to keep the conversation going make sure to join as at The Full Time Artist Facebook Groupwww.facebook.com/groups/thefulltimeartist/https://www.instagram.com/nic_everist_art
Ever feel like you're constantly saying "yes" when you want to say "no"? Do you struggle to express your unique ideas for fear of disappointing others? In this episode, we'll dive into the world of people-pleasing and how it can stifle your creativity. We'll explore strategies for silencing your inner critic, embracing your individuality, and finally owning your creative voice. Join us as we unleash the rebel within and learn to create on your own terms! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/anika674/message
This week on the Arts to Hearts Podcast, we have Anupa Mehta as our guest, who is a force to be reckoned with in the contemporary art world. In this episode, our host Charuka Arora asks Anupa about her experience in the art world, the shift has she seen over the years, and her own relationship with artists and art collectors. Anupa has been in the art world for quite some time now, and she has closely witnessed how things have changed, something she touches upon in this podcast. Anupa has had an illustrious career. With three decades of experience as an editor, art consultant, curator, and gallerist, Anupa is not only trained in journalism and arts management, but she also holds a Master's degree in Narrative Therapy. She is also the founding editor of Art India magazine, and the author of INDIA 20, a book of interviews with leading contemporary Indian artists. Anupa started her career at a time before the evolution of the digital world, and so she misses the slowness of life and how people were able to have a conversation face to face. While she enjoys her work as much as she did all those years ago, she can also sense a shift in perspective and behavior among the younger artists. For those contemporary artists, Anupa has only one piece of advice and that is to ‘be adaptable'. Listening to Anupa, it becomes clear why and how she was able to excel in her career path. As a gallerist, Anupa knows the art of building relationships. She values trust and integrity above all, and that is why she is able to form sustainable relationships with her clients, whether they are art collectors or artists. She still looks at the world in a way that may be described by some people as old-fashioned, but that is a good thing. It is precisely those values that have enabled Anupa to see through people and gauge their needs, and that's what makes her so good at what she does. So, tune into this week's full episode to find out more about Anupa and how she sees the art world of today! Arts to Hearts Project is thrilled to announce the launch of our new call for art for a virtual exhibition, accompanied by the creation of an exquisite artist's book. The virtual exhibition promises to be a captivating showcase of visual experiences, while the artist's book will serve as a timeless collection of these vibrant creations. You can submit your artworks . We're delighted to announce that we are now accepting art submissions for the sixth edition of ATH Magazine! If you are someone whose artworks dare to question the norm and sparks interesting conversations, then this is your chance! Submit your artwork . We are also calling all emerging female artists for our “100 Emerging Artists: 2024 Women's Edition”. This edition marks the inaugural launch of our landmark publication designed to spotlight and celebrate emerging women artists from around the globe. Apply . Order Arts To Hearts Magazine #4 here: Learn how you can UNLOCK YOUR CREATIVE POTENTIAL in 2023. Sign up for our FREE Mini guide & workbook. Check out the Arts To Hearts Shop at Join ATH directory for women artists here: Listen and subscribe on Apple Artist Services:
In this episode, Katie and Ilana dive into the world of creativity with Gian Wong, a graphic designer and illustrator. Gian shares his experience of understanding and expressing his creative style— emphasizing the importance of embracing what makes you unique and finding your tribe.This conversation highlights the power of authenticity and its impact on your creative career. As a graphic designer and illustrator, balancing personal vision and client work is crucial. Gian also discusses his approach to showcasing a mix of personal and client work on his Instagram—explaining how he infuses his personal style into his full-time job by incorporating intangible elements like voice and storytelling. All that and more when you listen to this episode:• Balancing personal vision and client work in finding fulfillment in your design career• Showcasing a mix of personal and client work on your portfolio can attract clients who appreciate your unique style• Why you should incorporate elements of your personal style• Maintaining work-life balance to prevent burnout• The importance of finding joy in non-design-related hobbies and interests• Finding inspiration to bring out your creativityConnect with Katie & Ilana from Goodtype • Goodtype Website • Goodtype on Instagram • Goodtype on Youtube • Join the Good Guild Connect with our guest: Website: gianwong.comInstagram: @giancarlowongMentioned in this episode: GIRHayMoMaLove The Typecast?• Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts• Subscribe to the show• Tag us on Instagram @Goodtype• Join our community and educational program, The Good Guild.Grab your tea, coffee, or drink of choice, kick back, and let's get down to business!
Series: 2024 - The Big Picture: The Narrative of ScriptureService: Sunday WorshipType: Bible MessageSpeaker: Phillip W. MartinWith "Genesis 1:1-27, A Symphony of God's Creative Voice," We'll delve into the profound difference between humankind's limited authority and God's boundless divine authority. Through the creation narrative in Genesis, we explore how God's word effortlessly brings the universe to life, showcasing His unmatched power and wisdom. This journey encourages us to recognize God's supreme role in the cosmos and our lives, inviting us into a deeper relationship with Him. We'll reflect on our place in God's grand story, from creation to creation, and the importance of living in a manner that honors His divine authority. Join us as we…
This week on the Arts to Hearts Podcast, we have James Oliver who is an artist from Philadelphia as well as the owner of the art gallery ‘James Oliver Gallery' (JOG) in Pennsylvania. James already had a successful career as an artist when he decided to open his own art gallery almost 17 years ago, something that happened quite naturally for him. Growing up, James had already spent much of his years organizing festivals, etc., and so managing a gallery was something right up his alley. In addition to that, having a spacious art studio meant he didn't need to hunt for any suitable spaces, and so he trusted his instincts and took this major step in his creative journey. For James, being an artist never came in the way of his managing his art gallery, and vice versa. Everything that he has done so far has been to sustain himself and generate enough income. For him, starting another business was just another way to support his art career. His secret to managing it all lies in the fact that he is constantly challenging himself and trying to get better at what he does. Without letting the pressure get to him, his motto is to let it all happen slowly and gradually, something that keeps his business steady. As an artist and an art gallery owner, James' motivation also comes from the feedback he gets from people, and that pushes him to continue doing what he does. He sees the value of community, as it's his hard work as well as the community effort that keeps him going. Despite JOG being a commercial gallery, according to James, people do want to help and support to make sure it's as successful as possible, and that really highlights why we as artists need to come together in support of each other. To find out more on how James transitioned from his role of an artist to a gallerist, and how he has been managing it so far, tune into this week's full episode! We're delighted to announce that we are now accepting art submissions for the sixth edition of ATH Magazine! If you are someone whose artworks dare to question the norm and sparks interesting conversations, then this is your chance! Submit your artwork . We are calling women artists from around the globe for our upcoming event, the “101 Art Book Contest", which aims to boost recognition, fame, and exposure for female artists. Submit your artwork .' We are also calling all emerging female artists for our “100 Emerging Artists: 2024 Women's Edition”. This edition marks the inaugural launch of our landmark publication designed to spotlight and celebrate emerging women artists from around the globe. Apply . Order Arts To Hearts Magazine #4 here: Learn how you can UNLOCK YOUR CREATIVE POTENTIAL in 2023. Sign up for our FREE Mini guide & workbook. Check out the Arts To Hearts Shop at Join ATH directory for women artists here: Listen and subscribe on Apple Artist Services:
This week on the Arts to Heart Podcast, our host Charuka Arora has an insightful conversation with Richa Maheshwari, who is a designer on a mission to bring back the arts and crafts that are fading due to the advent of fast fashion. Richa has been in the software services industry by profession, where she worked as a product manager for a German company for almost 16 years. As COVID hit, much like everyone else, Richa took a break to spend more time at home. This was her chance to restart and explore, and she took it. After going to an office for so many years, Richa longed to be on the ground where she could do something much more substantial and tangible, and that is when she was able to connect to an international labor organization which marked the beginning of her life with traditional crafts. As a child, Richa was always interested in stories that were rich in culture, and now she has the opportunity to tell those stories to the rest of the world in an innovative way. With its textile legacy, Odisha has many stories to tell, and so Richa decided to direct her energy towards uplifting the local artisan community in a way that helped the artists as well as introducing their craft to the world. For Richa, it is very much about the “ability to build narratives in a fun way so that the audience is able to receive it simply”. As she built her brand, Boito, Richa has had many things to learn and unlearn. From forming trustworthy relationships with the local community to finding a balance where their culture and traditions can be shared with the rest of the world, Richa has come a long way. She has opened doors for other artists who dream of utilizing their craft in a way that doesn't succumb to the fast fashion industry. So, tune in to this week's podcast to listen to Richa and Charuka talk about the world of fashion and why it's important for us as a society to not lose touch with our roots. We're delighted to announce that we are now accepting art submissions for the sixth edition of ATH Magazine! If you are someone whose artworks dare to question the norm and sparks interesting conversations, then this is your chance! Submit your artwork . We are calling women artists from around the globe for our upcoming event, the “101 Art Book Contest", which aims to boost recognition, fame, and exposure for female artists. Submit your artwork .' We are also calling all emerging female artists for our “100 Emerging Artists: 2024 Women's Edition”. This edition marks the inaugural launch of our landmark publication designed to spotlight and celebrate emerging women artists from around the globe. Apply . Order Arts To Hearts Magazine #4 here: Learn how you can UNLOCK YOUR CREATIVE POTENTIAL in 2023. Sign up for our FREE Mini guide & workbook. Check out the Arts To Hearts Shop at Join ATH directory for women artists here: Listen and subscribe on Apple Artist Services:
This week on the Arts to Heart Podcast, we have Sarah Sham as our guest. With her super successful design studio, Sarah is an inspiration to all women who aspire to build their businesses. In this episode, Charuka Arora and Sarah Sham discuss the challenges and obstacles faced by women who dare to dream big. For women, the roles are pretty much set by the patriarchal society they live in, and sometimes, they are put in a position where they must choose between having a successful career and starting a family. From realizing her self-worth to manifesting her creative dreams into reality, Sarah has great insights to offer to female entrepreneurs who are struggling to set their own boundaries and rules. With a degree in art history and interior design, Sarah has done multiple jobs where she has worked at Vogue as well as an advertising agency. Apart from doing theatre, she has also worked as a news anchor for a while, before realizing that she was meant to be an interior designer. However, belonging to a family with a legacy of its own, Sarah did feel a certain pressure. At the same time, she was determined to build something with nothing but her own hard work and skills. Ten years later, she has accomplished just that with an interior design studio that vows to provide a seamless experience to its clients. Over the years, Sarah has evolved and grown as a businesswoman and has learned to have more confidence in herself. Now, she wants to expand her business in the Middle East and focus more of her energy on business and marketing as compared to the creative aspect of it. It is as a result of these experiences that Sarah advises all women entrepreneurs to work hard and never stop. Even if they are taking baby steps, then it's enough! To know more about Sarah and her journey, listen to this week's full episode which is loaded with wisdom! We're delighted to announce that we are now accepting art submissions for the sixth edition of ATH Magazine! If you are someone whose artworks dare to question the norm and sparks interesting conversations, then this is your chance! Submit your artwork . We are calling women artists from around the globe for our upcoming event, the “101 Art Book Contest", which aims to boost recognition, fame, and exposure for female artists. Submit your artwork .' We are also calling all emerging female artists for our “100 Emerging Artists: 2024 Women's Edition”. This edition marks the inaugural launch of our landmark publication designed to spotlight and celebrate emerging women artists from around the globe. Apply . Order Arts To Hearts Magazine #4 here: Learn how you can UNLOCK YOUR CREATIVE POTENTIAL in 2023. Sign up for our FREE Mini guide & workbook. Check out the Arts To Hearts Shop at Join ATH directory for women artists here: Listen and subscribe on Apple Artist Services:
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On this week's Arts to Hearts Podcast, we have Quang Bao, who is a gallerist and feels passionately about art. As our host Charuka Arora sits down to interview him, the duo talks about the challenges and upsides of being a gallerist, how artists can sell their art more effectively, and the diversity and inclusion in the art world. Quang has been running his own gallery for quite some time now. He shares his process of choosing an artist and their artwork. While a painting can sometimes click, most of the time, his job revolves around seeing and predicting the potential of it all so he can make a decision. Quang also talks about the upside of being a gallerist, which is that he is given the freedom and flexibility to do his work on his own terms, something that does not exist in other fields. On the other hand, for a gallery owner, the paperwork and being behind the desk can be a difficult job. In the midst of it all, Quang tries to find a balance between perceiving things as a businessman and trying to stick to the values he and his gallery represent, which is to promote the inclusion of women and other minorities in the art world. For Quang, working with artists can also be an interesting experience as they feel everything so very deeply. He gets to be a part of their world, and he loves that. He believes that in order for artists to sell their work, it's important that they connect with other people and try to work with the gallerists instead of doing it all on their own. To listen to Quang share more insights into his work as a gallerist, tune in to this week's podcast! We are calling women artists from around the globe for our upcoming event, the “101 Art Book Contest", which aims to boost recognition, fame, and exposure for female artists. Submit your artwork .' We are also calling all emerging female artists for our “100 Emerging Artists: 2024 Women's Edition”. This edition marks the inaugural launch of our landmark publication designed to spotlight and celebrate emerging women artists from around the globe. Apply . Order Arts To Hearts Magazine #4 here: Learn how you can UNLOCK YOUR CREATIVE POTENTIAL in 2023. Sign up for our FREE Mini guide & workbook. Check out the Arts To Hearts Shop at Join ATH directory for women artists here: Listen and subscribe on Apple Artist Services:
Dionne Woods talks with Brenda Glad on this week's Paint Talks Podcast. Brenda was born to create art from her heart just for the love and satisfaction she receives. Brenda loves learning and loves to pass it on whenever she can. Behind a camera, at the potter wheel, sewing, refurbishing old treasures, repurposing items giving them new life, making books, journals, and nichos with handmade religious statues and decorations. Through commission work, Brenda refurbished an antique Spanish Galleon model by creating by hand -- missing wooden parts, replacing all the ratlines, matching paints, and antiquing the exterior. https://www.facebook.com/brenda.glad/
This week on our Arts to Hearts Podcast, we have Tanmaya Bingham as our guest who is not only amazing at creating art but also mentors and teaches younger artists. With her experience with art management, she has seen all the cycles in the art world, the good and the bad both. Now, she is using her gifts and insights to serve other artists. As our host Charuka Arora sits down with Tanmaya, the latter talks about the early stages of her art career, what her ambitions and dreams were, and how she was able to evolve and grow over the years. While Tanmaya started as an abstract artist, she shifted her focus to drawing people. Her journey as an artist consists of highs and lows, both of which have played an important role in her growth as a creative. Just like every other creative, Tanmaya also had her fair share of self-doubts, which she addressed by traveling to various places including Nepal and India. These experiences really helped shift her perspective on what she was or wasn't meant to be. For her, having a full-time art career was not a possibility until she spent some time in India, a time which helped open her eyes to the various possibilities that lay in front of her. Tanmaya believes in putting yourself out there as an artist, as it is only then that you can go through a transformation that will be beneficial to you and your creativity. She believes that the negative phases in life are as much, if not more, important than the positive phases. As artists, we must embrace life as it comes, with all that it has to offer, and only then we can unleash our true potential as creative! Tune in to this week's podcast and listen to Tanmaya talk more about her creative transitions and learning curves as an artist! We are calling women artists from around the globe for our upcoming event, the “101 Art Book Contest", which aims to boost recognition, fame, and exposure for female artists. Submit your artwork .' We have another 'call for art' for our Studio Visit Book V.3, and we have extended our deadline where you can submit your work by 2nd February. Selected artists will have a personalized spread of their work, and it will be juried by the renowned artist Rachel Burke. You can submit your artworks . Order Arts To Hearts Magazine #4 here: Learn how you can UNLOCK YOUR CREATIVE POTENTIAL in 2023. Sign up for our FREE Mini guide & workbook. Check out the Arts To Hearts Shop at Join ATH directory for women artists here: Listen and subscribe on Apple Artist Services:
This week's episode of Arts to Hearts podcast features the second part of our interview with Ki Smith, the owner of Ki Smith Gallery. Our host Charuka Arora and Ki Smith continue their conversation about taking risks, being a successful artist, and how you should always push yourself out of your comfort zone. Ki Smith is also the co-founder of Apostrophe NYC, and all of his ventures have interesting stories behind them! Much of Ki Smith's creative career was built due to his belief in himself. Even when he did not have anything to build his business with, he had faith in his abilities and his community, and he kept moving forward. At every turn of the way, he has aimed big and has gone for an option that would seem impossible to an outsider. Instead of caring about whether something was possible or not, he kept on trying different avenues and paths that would ultimately lead to him building the gallery of his dreams. Now that Ki has his own gallery, and his business is flourishing, he is beginning to think past the much-needed physical expansion of his gallery. Now, Ki wants to focus on an internal expansion as well, where he can be of more help to other artists. His thought process has become more strategic now where he wishes to put artists in a spot for more success. For Ki, having a growth mindset throughout has helped him greatly in achieving what he has today, and for that, he doesn't forget his family and friends. Ki rightly points out the importance of a community, and how it can play a monumental role in your journey, which is why, expanding your contacts and building a community is so crucial for any creative/artist. As long as you have faith in yourself, and are working hard for it, you should be fine. So, tune in to this week's episode to listen to Ki's entire interview! We are calling women artists from around the globe for our upcoming event, the “101 Art Book Contest", which aims to boost recognition, fame, and exposure for female artists. Submit your artwork .' We have another 'call for art' for our Studio Visit Book V.3, where selected artists will have a personalized spread of their work, and it will be juried by the renowned artist Rachel Burke. You can submit your artworks . Order Arts To Hearts Magazine #4 here: Learn how you can UNLOCK YOUR CREATIVE POTENTIAL in 2023. Sign up for our FREE Mini guide & workbook. Check out the Arts To Hearts Shop at Join ATH directory for women artists here: Listen and subscribe on Apple Artist Services:
Welcome to the first episode of season 4 of Arts to Hearts Podcast! This week, our host Charuka Arora has invited Ki Smith where he talks about running a business in the art world and how he managed to open his own gallery. This inspirational episode contains some heartwarming stories that Ki shares with the audience, all of which demonstrate how we must do everything in our power to make things happen! Ki Smith, who was born in New York, is the owner of Ki Smith Gallery and also the co-founder of Apostrophe NYC. Ki shares with us his childhood and how he was able to choose this career path in the art industry. From working in galleries as a teen to opening his own gallery in 2019, Ki's journey definitely inspires other artists who want to start their own business. Despite all odds, Ki was able to manifest his dreams into reality by his willpower and determination. Even when he couldn't afford to rent a place, he constantly found ways and means to make it happen, even if meant selling artwork worth $50000 in five days. For Ki, being an artist is something he chose, and for that, he is grateful. He was able to become a successful entrepreneur by working for it. He is a strong believer in pushing your limits and taking risks when you can. After all, it is with such a mindset only that an artist can hope to grow, otherwise, s/he can risk being stuck in the same place for years. Something that stands out from Ki's interview is that he didn't wait for opportunities to knock on his door, rather, he went and explored any avenue that could be advantageous to him. Our podcast with Ki was so instructive, that we'll be releasing it in two parts. So tune in to this week's episode, and don't forget to follow up next week to learn more about Ki's inspirational life as an entrepreneur! We are calling women artists from around the globe for our upcoming event, the “101 Art Book Contest", which aims to boost recognition, fame, and exposure for female artists. Submit your artwork .' We have another 'call for art' for our Studio Visit Book V.3, where selected artists will have a personalized spread of their work, and it will be juried by the renowned artist Rachel Burke. You can submit your artworks . Order Arts To Hearts Magazine #4 here: Learn how you can UNLOCK YOUR CREATIVE POTENTIAL in 2023. Sign up for our FREE Mini guide & workbook. Check out the Arts To Hearts Shop at Join ATH directory for women artists here: Listen and subscribe on Apple Artist Services:
On this week's Arts to Hearts Podcast, we have the lovely Marina Granger with us. Our host Charuka and Marina have a very fascinating conversation where they talk about feng shui, morning rituals, EFT tapping, and creating a stellar elevator pitch. Marina is an art consultant and founder of The Artist Advisory. She talks about practicing feng shui, and how her holistic approach has benefitted her in her creative life as well. For Marina, her mornings start with recording a voice memo, which consist of three steps: talking about what she is grateful for, what her intentions for the day are, and what her future dreams are. She talks about her dreams and intentions in present tense, as if they already have happened. According to her, it's a good strategy as the mind is too gullible, and making such affirmations can truly help one achieve their dreams. Marina loves to help artists out so they can realize the best strategy to carve their own path. She provides an excellent take on how artists can curate their elevator pitch, which consists of telling the clients why you do what you do, and what makes you special. In a world where selling your craft and your art can be tricky, it's always a good idea to have a fresh approach towards curating your image! Born in Ukraine, Marina moved to New York when she was seven. Marina has 15 years of experience working in the museums and galleries in New York City. With a master's degree in Art History, she has worked with artists, curators, dealers, collectors, and consultants. She shares that if she would ever have the option to open her own gallery, it would have to be in New York city! Tune in to this week's podcast and listen to Marina talk about the artists and art world in detail! We are calling women artists from around the globe for our upcoming event, the “101 Art Book Contest", which aims to boost recognition, fame, and exposure for female artists. Submit your artwork .' We have another 'call for art' for our Studio Visit Book V.3, where selected artists will have a personalized spread of their work, and it will be juried by the renowned artist Rachel Burke. You can submit your artworks . Order Arts To Hearts Magazine #4 here: Learn how you can UNLOCK YOUR CREATIVE POTENTIAL in 2023. Sign up for our FREE Mini guide & workbook. Check out the Arts To Hearts Shop at Join ATH directory for women artists here: Listen and subscribe on Apple Artist Services:
Alicia and Sarah embrace the whimsy of Roald Dahl and Willy Wonka as they discuss the holiday film Wonka. They discuss teaching the literary and writing concepts of style, tone, and voice and all of the ways Wonka captures the literary style of Roald Dahl. At the end of this week's discussion, they talk about the things they've been reading, watching, and analyzing outside of the classroom.Literary terms of the week: Style, Tone, VoiceSign up for the newsletter and follow us on Instagram and Facebook.Music by Craig HarmannCover art by Matt Holman This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit litthinkpodcast.substack.com
In this week's podcast, our host Charuka Arora sits down with Liz Lidgett, who is the founder and owner of Liz Lidgett Gallery + Design. As the two ladies sit down to talk about their career paths, they have an honest conversation on setting realistic goals, creating a kinder space for artists, and collecting art. Liz Lidgett began her art consultation business ten years ago, and since then, she has worked with artists, businesses, homes, and publications across the country. The reason why she opened her own gallery in the first place was because she was too passionate about the art world, and wanted to rectify the things she saw in it as problematic. For her, the art world is not just about the creating, selling and buying, but also creating a space for artists where they don't feel limited. Most of all, she wants artists to feel respected and welcomed. While Liz grew up in Des Moines, Iowa, she later moved to Los Angeles, which is known to be the art hub. However, she felt that the work she wanted to do would do well in her own community. So, she started her own business in the Midwest which caters to artists from around the world. She was able to identify the things in the industry that she would not like to have in her own business, and now she brings the same passion and excitement to the table that she wants her clients to have. For Liz, her definition of success has changed over the year, and she loves to follow her dreams while being able to spend time with her kids. Liz's experiences over the years have also provided valuable insights into the way she runs her business. For her, dealing with art and artists is not a matter of making a calculated decision, but rather the way she experiences art, and that's why we need more people like her in the art world! So, tune in to this week's podcast and listen to Liz Lidgett talk about how her passion for art drives her to be a source of inspiration for others! We are calling women artists from around the globe for our upcoming event, the “101 Art Book Contest", which aims to boost recognition, fame, and exposure for female artists. Submit your artwork .' We have another 'call for art' for our Studio Visit Book V.3, where selected artists will have a personalized spread of their work, and it will be juried by the renowned artist Rachel Burke. You can submit your artworks . Order Arts To Hearts Magazine #4 here: Learn how you can UNLOCK YOUR CREATIVE POTENTIAL in 2023. Sign up for our FREE Mini guide & workbook. Check out the Arts To Hearts Shop at Join ATH directory for women artists here: Listen and subscribe on Apple Artist Services:
As our third season comes to an end, we have the honor of having Ashley Longshore as our guest who has some amazing insights for our fellow artists – a perfect way to start the year 2024! In this episode of Arts to Hearts Podcast, our host Charuka Arora asks Ashley about her creative journey, how she overcame self-doubt, and how she found the courage to be her true authentic self. Ashley Longshore is a painter and an entrepreneur who has her very own gallery, Longshore Studio Gallery. With her art centering on women and pop culture, she is one of the few female contemporary artists who are defying conventions and making their own rules. In our latest episode, Ashley talks about how she came to be an entrepreneur, the struggles she faced on the way, and what makes her the happiest. For Ashley, her art is everything. It is what makes her happy and brings her joy, and that is why, staying true to her passion has ultimately rewarded her with success! Following our heart is not something easy, especially for a woman, and Ashley somehow found a way to work on her own terms and drown out the surrounding noise. She chose to trust her own voice, and overcame any and all hurdles that came in her way. From starting out as an artist to building her empire, she has enjoyed every moment of it, and her advice to fellow artists is also to “be true to yourself”. In this episode, she also talks about how other female artists can stand up for themselves and understand their ‘worth'. So, tune in to this week's podcast and listen to Ashley talk about her experiences and her creative journey in detail! We are calling women artists from around the globe for our upcoming event, the “101 Art Book Contest", which aims to boost recognition, fame, and exposure for female artists. Submit your artwork .' We have another 'call for art' for our Studio Visit Book V.3, where selected artists will have a personalized spread of their work, and it will be juried by the renowned artist Rachel Burke. You can submit your artworks . Order Arts To Hearts Magazine #4 here: Learn how you can UNLOCK YOUR CREATIVE POTENTIAL in 2023. Sign up for our FREE Mini guide & workbook. Check out the Arts To Hearts Shop at Join ATH directory for women artists here: Listen and subscribe on Apple Artist Services:
Perhaps an odd day to publish a new episode, but I thought this might be nice to share today for anyone who also feels a little overwhelmed with the festivities at a time of so much uncertainty and upheaval. Finding and exploring one's creative voice is something I have been thinking about a lot this year - I explored stripping back the media overwhelm, identifying core messages and symbolism and, as always, unraveling perfectionism. I hope this episode gives you something interesting to think about too! Here is more info about the Stitching Together community: https://www.yarrowmagdalena.com/stitching/ Love, Yarrow
This week on our Arts to Hearts Podcast we have Danielle Krysa, aka The Jealous Curator, as our guest. As our host Charuka Arora sits down with Danielle to talk about grief and art, Danielle shares her journey after losing her father, and how she found the courage to continue. Danielle has been an artist for over a decade now, and while she has written books including Creative Block and Collage and Your Inner Critic Is A Big Jerk, she also runs an influential contemporary art blog. Danielle Krysa's other identity came into being as a result of her self-doubts in the beginning of her career. She was scared to show her work to the world and be judged for it as Danielle, and so she curated another identity where she presented her work as The Jealous Curator. Here, she felt safe from all the harsh comments and critiques. Danielle has come a long way now, where over the years, she has found it easier to reconcile her two identities and be confident in her abilities. In this episode, Danielle opens up about losing her father, and finding her voice after that. Losing a parent came with grief and the trauma, and for Danielle, it was a difficult time in her life. For a while, she struggled to return to her creative space to be an artist, and questioned the trajectory of her life. But as she learned to give herself time to heal, she began to re-discover herself. She started to use art as therapy, and slowed down instead of rushing everything. She changed her outlook towards art, and instead of creating something to sell, she began to learn to enjoy her craft and live in the moment. To listen to Danielle talk in depth about her journey towards healing and self-discovery, tune in to this week's podcast. We are calling women artists from around the globe for our upcoming event, the “101 Art Book Contest", which aims to boost recognition, fame, and exposure for female artists. Submit your artwork .' We have another 'call for art' for our Studio Visit Book V.3, where selected artists will have a personalized spread of their work, and it will be juried by the renowned artist Rachel Burke. You can submit your artworks . Order Arts To Hearts Magazine #4 here: Learn how you can UNLOCK YOUR CREATIVE POTENTIAL in 2023. Sign up for our FREE Mini guide & workbook. Check out the Arts To Hearts Shop at Join ATH directory for women artists here: Listen and subscribe on Apple Artist Services:
This week on Arts to Hearts Podcast, our host Charuka Arora sits down to have a heart-to-heart with her beloved audience. As our third season nears its end, Charuka is giving the aspiring artists some tips from her own experience in the art world. As someone who has been on her own creative journey for some time now, Charuka has learned a thing or two, and as she looks back on how far she has come, she is guiding other aspiring artists on how they can find their confidence in their abilities as an artist. If Charuka were to start her creative journey today, she would ask herself six questions to make sure she knows where her heart is so she can ensure that her creative journey goes on as smoothly as possible. For Charuka, it's important to put unwavering faith in yourself and your creativity, and for that, you need to ask yourself if you are ready to do that. Furthermore, it's important to understand that hurdles are part of the journey, and that you need to be ready to fall a million times, and get back up every single time. The third thing you need to do as a creative, is to embrace your emotions fully, no matter how difficult or uncomfortable it may feel at that moment. The fourth question you must ask yourself is whether are willing to break free from the fear of judgment. After you have broken free from the societal shackles, you must look within and ask yourself, if you are ready to write your story, as that is the most crucial aspect. And in the end, you must love and accept yourself fully, and ask yourself, “Can I be unapologetically myself?” This episode is filled with wisdom and some amazing reflection exercises, so tune in to this week's podcast and join Charuka on this exploration of what it means to be an artist! We are calling women artists from around the globe for our upcoming event, the “101 Art Book Contest", which aims to boost recognition, fame, and exposure for female artists. Submit your artwork .' We have another 'call for art' for our Studio Visit Book V.3, where selected artists will have a personalized spread of their work, and it will be juried by the renowned artist Rachel Burke. You can submit your artworks . Order Arts To Hearts Magazine #4 here: Learn how you can UNLOCK YOUR CREATIVE POTENTIAL in 2023. Sign up for our FREE Mini guide & workbook. Check out the Arts To Hearts Shop at Join ATH directory for women artists here: Listen and subscribe on Apple Artist Services:
This week on our Arts to Hearts Podcast, our host Charuka Arora sits down with Tania Yakunova who is a Ukrainian visual artist, educator and award-winning illustrator. Currently based in London, UK, Tania talks about her art journey, her life experiences, and how she is learning to understand her inner artist. Born and raised in Kieve, Tania Yakunova started as a copywriter, and soon shifted towards the art world. Even as a child, she loved to draw, and even though she has her degree in social science and social technologies, it did not stop her from doing what she truly wanted to do. From working as a full-time illustrator to doing freelance, Tania has worked hard to kick-start her art career in the most organic manner where she has constantly strived to expand her community and grow as an artist. Tania is most interested in minimalistic jet expressive art with a hint of surrealism. Her field of work includes advertising, commercial, branding illustration editorial where she has worked with clients like Google, Apple, Visa Gold, Upwork, and The Washington Post. She has also received multiple awards including World Illustration Awards 2020 and Aplied Arts Awards 2020. Despite all of her success, Tania faces the same struggles as any other artist and often has to combats her imposter syndrome. According to Tania, it's important for an artist to understand what they enjoy doing and are good at, and only then they will be able to find their visual language. Throughout her creative journey, Tania's background and war in Ukraine has had a huge impact on her art and the way she feels. And in the midst of it all, she is constantly trying to set new creative goals for her while following her dreams. So, tune in to this week's podcast and listen to Tania as she shares her wisdom and experiences with fellow artists! We are calling women artists from around the globe for our upcoming event, the “101 Art Book Contest", which aims to boost recognition, fame, and exposure for female artists. Submit your artwork .' We have another 'call for art' for our Studio Visit Book V.3, where selected artists will have a personalized spread of their work, and it will be juried by the renowned artist Rachel Burke. You can submit your artworks . Order Arts To Hearts Magazine #4 here: Learn how you can UNLOCK YOUR CREATIVE POTENTIAL in 2023. Sign up for our FREE Mini guide & workbook. Check out the Arts To Hearts Shop at Join ATH directory for women artists here: Listen and subscribe on Apple Artist Services:
In this podcast episode, Rebecca is joined by Heid E. Erdrich, a talented multi-hyphenate Native artist. They discuss her poetry, her experiences teaching creative writing and curating art exhibits, and the many Native artists she loves. Heid also gives ideas for how everyone can experience more art and embrace their creativity. EPISODE RESOURCES Heid's website: https://heiderdrich.com/ Birchbark Books: https://birchbarkbooks.com/ Patrick DesJarlait's website: https://www.patrickdesjarlait.com/ Carl Gawboy's website: https://www.aicho.org/carl-gawboy-2022.html#/ Dyani White Hawk's website: https://www.dyaniwhitehawk.com/ Jonathan Thunder's website: https://www.jonthunder.com/ MN Museum of American art: https://mmaa.org/ Understand Native Minnesota: https://www.understandnativemn.org/
This week on our Arts to Hearts Podcast, our host Charuka Arora has invited Carrie Scott to talk about her career as a writer, curator, art historian, and TV presenter. As Carrie and Charuka sit down, they talk about the art world, wearing multiple hats as a creative, and how women are expected to behave in a patriarchal world. Carrie started her career as a writer, but soon she shifted her focus towards the art world. Carrie's passion for helping artists was a major catalyst behind her professional decisions. From being at a writing agency to doing temporary exhibits, she has come a long way in her creative journey. What always drove Carrie was her love for arts and how she found purpose in this field. At the same time, she acknowledges the baggage that comes with being in the art world, as being an artist is not an easy job, contrary to what many people still believe. For Carrie, her career took a significant turn, when in 2009, recession happened. For her, it ended up being a blessing in disguise because Carrie was able to launch her own business at a gallery and an art consultancy. Over the past decade, Carrie has worked with numerous well known artists including Nick Knight and Marina Shacola. Carrie's approach is centered on collaboration and building meaningful partnerships. She seeks out artists who have a clear vision, and helps them navigate the art world, whether it's through exhibitions, publications, or other creative projects. In this week's episode, Carrie also talks about not just women in general, but also women in arts. Since the beginning, Carrie has noticed the stark contrast between the treatment of women and men, and she highlights how in this day and age, women still have to fight for equal pay. Discussing the place of women in today's world, Carrie calls attention to the fact that not much has changed between the 80s and now, and there is still need for a lot of change in the society. To listen to more of this insightful conversation and understand how Carrie was able to build a successful career without a definite plan, tune in to this week's podcast. We are calling all women artists for our incredibly special “ATH Magazine Anniversary Issue”. Showcase you work to a global audience and get a chance to win 1,000 USD Art Grant: Submit your artwork . Order Arts To Hearts Magazine #4 here: Learn how you can UNLOCK YOUR CREATIVE POTENTIAL in 2023. Sign up for our FREE Mini guide & workbook. Check out the Arts To Hearts Shop at Join ATH directory for women artists here: Listen and subscribe on Apple Artist Services:
This week on Arts to Heart's Podcast, our host Charuka Arora sits down with Brea Gallery's director, Katie Chidester. Katie, who has been part of the arts community for about 25 years now, talks about Brea Gallery, what it does, and why it's important to have such community-building initiatives. Katie Chidester share with us why she became a creator and what it's like working in a visual art space. Talking about being in the arts field, Katie acknowledges the hardships artists often have to face as they battle self-doubt and are expected to succeed without any help or support. For artists, it become necessary to have a community where they are not afraid to approach someone for guidance or collaboration. More people need to step up and take it upon themselves to create such an inclusive community where an artist, or a non-artist, feels welcome instead of being intimidated. Brea Gallery was set up in 1980 in Brea, California, and during the last 38 years, it has constantly strived to provide contemporary art exhibitions for artists and non-artists alike. The gallery's aim is to engage the community though aesthetic, educational, and intellectual experiences. Apart from its art exhibitions, Brea also offers artist lectures, workshops for all ages, a gift shop, and live art demonstrations. To listen to more of this interesting conversation between Katie and our host Charuka, tune in to this week's podcast. We are calling all women artists for our incredibly special “ATH Magazine Anniversary Issue”. Showcase you work to a global audience and get a chance to win 1,000 USD Art Grant: Submit your artwork . Order Arts To Hearts Magazine #4 here: Learn how you can UNLOCK YOUR CREATIVE POTENTIAL in 2023. Sign up for our FREE Mini guide & workbook. Check out the Arts To Hearts Shop at Join ATH directory for women artists here: Listen and subscribe on Apple Artist Services:
This week on Arts to Hearts Podcast, our host Charuka Arora has the pleasure of sitting down with Paddy Johnson who is the founder of VVrkshop, a company that strives to uplift struggling artists and help them get grants, residencies and shows. Paddy is also the co-founder of the collaborative national publishing project Impractical Space, and apart from being a two-time nominee Best Critic at the Rob Pruitt Awards, she is has also won the Village Voice Web Award for best Art Blog. In this episode, Paddy talks about a lot of things, but most importantly, it is the one problem that many artists face that Paddy touches upon; the imposter syndrome. From having the self-doubts to being able to accept them and move past them, somewhere Paddy learned how to be a creative without her inner critic sabotaging her success. As an entrepreneur, she has also found interest in places she never thought she would, and it's because all of it is tied to her business, something that she is truly interested in. As we move forward, Paddy gives some valuable advice on how to set your goals as an artist. Talking about its three stages, which include networking and outreaching, Paddy instructs artists on how they should navigate their journey in the art industry. With Paddy's experience as a creative in the art industry, it's no wonder that she has established a space for fellow artists who need guidance and help in their careers. Paddy has been in the art industry for a long time, and apart from running the Netvvrk, she has also worked with galleries, curators and artists. Paddy was always great at drawing and was attracted towards the field of art, and ultimately, she found that writing about art brought her the satisfaction. She had opinions, and she was able to share them with the world on her blog. To learn more about Paddy and her thoughts on navigating in the industry as a creative, tune in to this week's podcast. We are calling all women artists for our incredibly special “ATH Magazine Anniversary Issue”. Showcase you work to a global audience and get a chance to win 1,000 USD Art Grant: Submit your artwork . Order Arts To Hearts Magazine #4 here: Learn how you can UNLOCK YOUR CREATIVE POTENTIAL in 2023. Sign up for our FREE Mini guide & workbook. Check out the Arts To Hearts Shop at Join ATH directory for women artists here: Listen and subscribe on Apple Artist Services:
The commitment to production over consumption and how the exercises in the Artist Way can help.