Stay ConnectedMaking art should be easy. But let’s be honest: Art is messy. (Heck, life is messy!)
Together with me, Caylee Grey, we’ll explore what it REALLY means to be an artist. Practically. Warts and all. So that you can be an artist, today, now, even if you work a day job, have a million and one commitments, and own a cat that likes sitting on your art.
No more excuses. Okay? Okay.
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Talking to Nicole Warrington was so inspiring. Nicole shares the importance of using our own art as inspiration. Nicole also talks about the importance of limiting our supplies and choices, trying new techniques and styles, and being engaged in the creative process. There are so many nuggets of wisdom on growing your practice in this episode.
During this episode Jane and I talk about how she developed her business and how she balances being an artist and a successful business owner. We chat about developing art products and chasing inspiration through creating. Listening to Jane talk about her art practice is so inspiring. Her passion for creating is contagious. I know this episode is going to have you reaching for your journal and supplies.
In this episode Kristin Peterson talks to us about her journey as an artist. Saying yes to big scary things has led to amazing unexpected places, from creating online classes, to creating various stencil ranges, to starting an online art community. What an exciting example of what can happen if you jump before you feel ready to do so.Kristin shares why being deeply intentional and open to asking “What If” while you create and allowing space to respond to what’s happening in front of you leads to creative growth and art that excites you.
In this episode Meg Frances shares her journey with journaling. Meg shares with us how she uses her art as inspiration - she puts this so beautifully, “A conversation with her art.” We also talk about the importance of having art that is just for you, that does not ever need to be shared, where you can experiment and go wild.
During this episode Amanda Domagala shares her love for both words and visual art. Amanda encourages us to show up and try those big scary things. Trusting that you will create art from the heart if you allow yourself to just start and be present as you experiment is a big part of Amanda’s process. I think Amanda’s art reflects this bold energy she carries into everything she does.
In this episode Brooke Henry shares with us the importance of staying engaged with your creativity and being inspired by your own art. Staying open to inspiration and building on our own art-making processes allows you to go deeper and find a style all of your own. Brooke shares how she keeps creative momentum and keeps showing up to her practice despite life’s ups and downs.
Jennifer Wilken Penick has found a beautiful way to share her passion for art and the healing power of creativity with those around her. During this episode Jennifer and I talk about the importance of community and the profound impact this can have on your creative practice, as well as how sharing our art with others can help them heal and find relief from some of the heavy things we have to carry. Jennifer also shares ways that she likes to gather inspiration, stay open to ideas, and how she translates this into her work allowing her to stay excited about creating and maintaining a consistent art practice. This conversation is going to have you feeling inspired to share your love for art with those you love.
When I think of an artist that lives and breathes positively out into the world I immediately think of Kristi (@soul_positive). Kristi’s passion for connection and community comes through in everything she does. During this episode Kristi and I talk about showing up imperfectly and redefining what creativity means within our lives.
Kristi talks about her Rolodex project in this episode. This is another project where Kristi thinks beyond her practice. She thinks globally. SHe thinks of connection. She thinks of spreading positivity. If you would like to participate in this project please contact Kristi. She would love to send you a card, wherever you are in the world.
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Show up gently. We'll help you with a community of others showing up in the messy middle.
Gabrielle Heckenbucker (@gabrielle_heckenbucker) opens up and gets vulnerable about the struggles she faces every single day. She shares how her creative practice has helped her cope with these challenges and allowed her to reveal her true self, hidden behind a curtain of safety. Gabrielle and I talk about how your journal can be a place that comforts you and gives you strength to move through life's darker moments. As Gabrielle says, “Creativity feeds your soul.” Looking at her work her sense of a created cosy warmth is clear through her creative language. This episode is a deep pouring out from the heart.
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Create your own inner world through art with Get Messy.
Chatting to Jane Lee (@janethecrazy) very quickly has you growing itchy feet. Jane has fostered a life of travel, which allows her to stay open to adventure and collecting memories. We talk about her recent trip to Japan and the new energy this amazing place has given her. These trips and journals are the perfect combination for Jane’s love of collecting and elevating “trash” to memories.
Jane talks about how she was able to overcome the need for perfection in her journals by creating in little bursts throughout her day allowing pages and spreads space and time to develop naturally. Developing this creative habit has kept her curious, open and hungry to keep making. Jane shares with us that her mistakes taught her more than her “perfect” spreads ever did - so allowing yourself to make mistakes is essential for growth.
Warning: This one is going to have you looking up flights to Japan…
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