Episodes

Sept. 13, 2023

Interview with Ashton Rodenheiser Graphic Notetaking

Talking with a Professional Graphic Notetaker I use Podmatch sometimes to help me find guests or to help guests find me. Ashton reached out to me a few months ago and I was amazed with her story. Below is her bio and links t…
Sept. 10, 2023

Commentary Time

Mastering the Art of Time: Harnessing Temporality in Your Creative Process Time is both a constraint and a canvas for artists. Embracing the temporality of your artistic practice can lead to new dimensions of creativity and …
Sept. 3, 2023

Commentary Solitude

The Artistic Alchemy: Embracing Solitude for Creative Brilliance Today, we delve into the profound theme of solitude and its indispensable role in nurturing and enriching your artistic practice. From painters to poets, music…
Aug. 30, 2023

Interview with Peter Dazeley Photography and AI

Who is the photographer Peter Dazeley and how did we meet Peter Dazeley studied photography at Holland Park Comprehensive (now known as the Socialist Eton). He possesses a meticulous planning approach and an imaginative prob…
Aug. 27, 2023

Commentary Serendipity

The Art of Accidentally Finding Inspiration We are diving into the enchanting world of artistry and creativity, exploring a concept that has often been a silent yet powerful partner in the creative process - serendipity. It'…
Aug. 20, 2023

Commentary Self

Embracing Self-Expression in Your Creative Journey Whether you're a painter, writer, musician, or any kind of creator, understanding and embracing your unique self can be a game-changer in your creative journey. Join us as w…
Aug. 13, 2023

Commentary Revolution

Embracing Self-Revolution: Unleashing Artistic Brilliance Through Inner Transformation In the realm of artistry, the creative journey is often described as a continuous evolution. Artists seek to innovate, experiment, and ex…
Aug. 6, 2023

Commentary Revelation

Let it be Revealed Creativity is a mysterious force that can lead us to unexpected places, and in this episode, we'll explore the power of revelations in shaping and elevating our art. Revelation in art refers to those profo…
July 30, 2023

Commentary Patience

Wait for it ... In a world that thrives on instant gratification, it's easy to forget that great works of art often take time to develop and flourish. In this episode, we explore the power of patience in your artistic practi…
July 23, 2023

Commentary Mystery

The Thrill of Mystery Today, we embark on a journey to explore the captivating world of mystery and its profound impact on our artistic practice. Like a hidden treasure awaiting discovery, mystery possesses the power to igni…
July 19, 2023

Art and Activism Interview with Elizabeth Mikotowicz

Can you be an activist and an artist? After listening to this episode, the answer is a resounding YES! Elizabeth talks about why she was incarcerated and how that experience set her on a path to help others who are disadvant…
July 16, 2023

Commentary Movement

Get up out of your chair and move Sometimes we need to get out of our comfort zone or special creative space and move around. Are you using movement in your work, let's learn how. My wife gave me a box of cards for the holid…
July 9, 2023

Commentary Legacy

How will I be known after I am gone? When you are gone, who will notice the work you have done, what will be left and how will we be able to access it? Think about your legacy now before someone else defines your legacy afte…
July 2, 2023

Commentary Genius

Does My Art Reflect The Genius Inside The word genius gets passed around all the time, but do we really know what it is and how to measure it? Does being one inhibit our creativity? My wife gave me a box of cards for the hol…
June 25, 2023

Commentary Fantasy

Making Fantasy Important Again Let's get back to our childlike wonderment of the world and inject some fantasy into it for ourselves and our audiences. Whether you're a writer, painter, musician, or any other creative soul, …
June 18, 2023

Commentary Embodiment

Embodying Your Work What does it mean to truly embody your work, I mean you made it, didn't you? When you truly enter the world of your creations, it can be a truly immersive experience. My wife gave me a box of cards for th…
June 11, 2023

Commentary Detachment

Healthy Detachment When I saw this card, it reminded me of Al-Anon and how they use loving detachment when dealing with their alcoholic partner. I didn't understand initially that detachment can be a good thing and it can gi…
June 4, 2023

Commentary Connection

Finding Connection We don't travel this world alone, no man is an island, you have heard it before. I used to not believe that, however, with age comes wisdom if we are open to it and I have found that making connections wit…
May 29, 2023

Commentary Awe

Finding Awe Have you ever experienced a black, maybe you just need to find something that creates awe in your life. Today we talk about how to find awe in the world around us. My wife gave me a box of cards for the holidays …
May 28, 2023

Interview with Emi Ferguson on Classical Music

Emi Ferguson's Bio Emi Ferguson has brought her love of music and performing to audiences around the globe, sharing the stage as a flute player, singer, and composer with performers including Yo-Yo Ma, Paul Simon, James Tayl…
May 21, 2023

Commentary Attention

Being Attentive Being attentive means fully being present and empathetic to the needs of others. How are you paying attention to your audiences? My wife gave me a box of cards for the holidays in 2022. I was puzzled because …
May 15, 2023

Commentary Wabi-Sabi

Practice Wabi-Sabi Embracing imperfection is vital to your artistic practice, and embracing that is actually a philosophy called wabi-sabi. My wife gave me a box of cards for the holidays in 2022. I was puzzled because they …
May 7, 2023

Commentary Rest

Practice Rest Taking time out to recover and finding time to rest is essential to avoid burnout. Give yourself the grace to rest. My wife gave me a box of cards for the holidays in 2022. I was puzzled because they were creat…
April 30, 2023

Poetry Prompt April 30, 2023

History of National Poetry Writing Month National Poetry Writing Month (also known as NaPoWriMo) is a creative writing project held annually in April in which participants attempt to write a poem each day for one month. NaPo…