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Ep 51: Dave Gee - Doodle Artist Sep 08, 2021

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Dave Gee has an instantly-recognizable drawing style that he’s made his own through lots of practice. He’s a doodle artist, creating his trademark maps that combine his unique doodle style with cartoonish illustrations.
He creates maps of cities that are unlike any you may have seen before. To give you an idea, they’re often wall-sized, and much more fun than a typical map! Dave is based in Manchester, UK, and has traveled across Europe, as well as to Hong Kong and the USA to create large scale wall murals.
He’s also the co-founder of OverDrawn - Interactive Art Events, bringing creative arts events to community locations.
On this episode, host Angela de Burger chats with Dave about developing his signature style, his creative approach when starting a new design on a massive white wall, what it’s like seeing his work on products such as Lancashire Tea and rum bottle labels from the Salford Rum Company, and why he's inspired to bring people together through community-based arts events.
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People who inspire Dave:
Keith Haring
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Year 1: Looking Back and a Big Thank You! Aug 04, 2021

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Hello friends!
This is the one year mark of the podcast and today I’m taking a moment to thank all of you for being here. And to the 51 guests who have joined me on the 50 episodes that have come out so far, a huge thank you to you too!
I think this community we’re creating, and everyone in it, needs to be celebrated! So that’s what we’re doing today.
New episodes will start up again in September, and in the meantime, the next few weeks provide the perfect opportunity for you to catch up on any of the episodes you may have missed!
Thank you for an amazing first year!
- Angela de Burger
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Ep 50: Chantelle Elsligar - Stained Glass Artist Jul 28, 2021

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Inspired by her grandfather’s talent and love of creating stained glass, Chantelle Elsligar took the opportunity to learn the basics of the art form from him. Although he was dealing with memory issues they managed to share these special moments together, creating a family tradition in the process.
Once Chantelle started experimenting with designs of her own, she fell in love with the creative process. Whether she’s creating a design with a realistic style or something more abstract in nature, she’s having a lot of fun and can’t imagine her life without stained glass art in it.
On this episode, host Angela de Burger chats with Chantelle about why it was important to her to learn as much as she could from her grandfather, what kickstarted her own passion for the art form, the creative process she follows when making a new piece, and how she’s developing her creative voice.
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People who inspire Chantelle:
Hanna Hastings (Sand and Fire Works), Kara Bussey (Glimpse Glass), Erin (Erin Glass Works), Sarah Fitzpatrick (Witch Way Glass Co.), Donni (Blue Planet Glass).
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Ep 49: Alex Jepson - Handcrafted Wood Artist Jul 21, 2021

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Alex Jepson designs and hand carves different types of wood, shaping unique, puzzle-like pieces that come together as incredible pieces of art. His subjects include iconic Canadian landscapes, animals, and creative interpretations of some of his favourite artists’ favourite subjects, such as Van Gogh’s Starry Night and Sunflowers.
Luckily for his fans, he shares lots of behind-the-scenes and work-in-progress photos and videos of his work.
Alex says that hand cutting and carving his pieces using high quality wood from local businesses, and then showcasing them in handmade frames, creates a deeply personal and unique piece of artwork.
On this episode, host Angela de Burger chats with Alex about the creative spark that started his exploration of creativity and artmaking, what drew him to using wood as a creative medium, where he finds inspiration for the subject matter he tackles, the way his design style has developed over time, and how surrounding himself with art made by four generations of family members fuels his creative energy.
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People who inspire Alex:
Faith Montgomery (@woodensense), Dan Nguyen aka Nuge (@nugeandwood), Daniel Popper (@danielpopper), Vincent Van Gogh, Lawren Harris.
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Music credit: https://www.purple-planet.com

Ep 48: TJ McGrath - Floral Artist Jul 14, 2021

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TJ McGrath has loved flowers forever, always an admirer, thinking about how amazing it would be to work with them every day. Until one day when he didn’t have to dream about it anymore - he took a giant leap from another career path entirely, straight into the world of floral design.
He learned a lot, quickly. And built a community of fellow floral enthusiasts and professionals.
Now he has his own floral studio! Is there anything better than hearing about someone making their dream come true?!
On this episode, host Angela de Burger chats with TJ about what inspired him to make such a big leap to his dream career, how he immersed himself in all aspects of the floral world, whether his design style is evolving now that he’s established his own own floral studio, his creative process when developing a new design, and the value of a supportive community.
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Music credit: https://www.purple-planet.com

Ep 47: Anna Chan - Sand and Seashell Artist Jul 07, 2021

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Over the past year, longtime artist Anna Chan has found newfound inspiration on a nearby beach. Listening to the call of the materials she found along the way, she began creating ephemeral works of art - meaning they last a very short time. On a beach, that’s usually thanks to the elements, like wind and water.
Using found materials such as sand and seashells, she’s made sculptures of a lion, a panda, a whale, a chickadee, a peacock, hedgehog and toucan, to name only a few.
On this episode, host Angela de Burger chats with Anna about where she finds the inspiration for her sculptures, why she’s drawn to using found materials, how she gets into a state of creative flow when designing and building pieces, and her creative process when working on a new project.
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People who inspire Anna:
Louise Bourgeois, Coderch & Malavia
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Ep 46: Keryn Nicholson - Hatter Jun 30, 2021

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Keryn Nicholson had a lifelong love of hats, but it wasn’t until a few years ago that the idea of creating handmade, customized hats professionally was ignited in her mind. She’d never before thought of becoming a hatter but now she says she can’t imagine doing anything else.
Turning a lifelong love into an unexpected second career takes a lot of passion and hard work. Now she’s a full-time hatter with her own company and plenty of fans.
On this episode, host Angela de Burger chats with Keryn about what drew her to this craft, how she customizes each hat for every person she works with, her creative process for design and production, and how her own creativity is impacted by working with so many creative artisans.
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Music credit: https://www.purple-planet.com

Ep 45: Stacey Robins - Founder and the Imagination behind Crafternoon Jun 23, 2021

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Stacey Robins has been an artist since she was a child, working in a variety of mediums at different times in her life. She says her goal is to make the world more colourful.
Painting was a big part of her life for a long time but there came a time when that art form didn’t work for her any longer. That’s when she discovered digital illustration and it’s captured her imagination and led her to create all kinds of fun things.
Through her Crafternoon website, she designs and offers products like mini and GIANT colouring posters so that everyone can bring more colour into their lives. She even took over a garage door in her city recently, creating a bright, beautiful design that is an absolute joy to look at.
On this episode, host Angela de Burger chats with Stacey about how artmaking helped her navigate challenging times in her life, how she added digital illustration to her creative painting practice, her approach when designing a new product, and the role music plays in her creative process.
Say hi to Stacey:
Website: crafternoon.ca
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People who inspire Stacey:
Mandy Stobo, Heather Buchanan
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Ep 44: Candace Birger - Cosplayer Jun 16, 2021

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Candace Birger (aka PlexiCosplay) is a talented cosplayer who has been recognized with multiple awards for her incredible costume designs. She even took first place in the armor category at the New York Comic Con Eastern Regional Championships!
She’s accomplished all of this by teaching herself how to create all of the elements of her elaborate costumes, including sewing and molding thermoplastics.
Who could have guessed that she’d also be able to use her skills in a new way this past year, when she served her community by making masks in support of health care workers and first responders, helping them stay healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic.
On this episode, host Angela de Burger chats with Candace about what drew her into the cosplay community and why she loves it so much, her creative process when creating a new costume, why she shares her design tips and tricks so openly, and what led her to use her talents to support fellow community members.
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Website: plexicosplay.com
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Music credit: https://www.purple-planet.com

Ep 43: Jackie Han - Origami Enthusiast and Founder of Origami Canada Jun 02, 2021

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Jackie Han discovered origami at a very young age - only 6 years old! His passion for this art form has only grown since then. It’s amazing to see all of the things he can create by simply making a series of folds and creases in a single piece of paper.
He’s studied a variety of origami methods and models over the years, so much so that in addition to making things for himself, he also started teaching other people how to do it. He’s offered workshops at schools, libraries, community centres, and over the last year, he’s also offered lots of online sessions.
He even started Origami Canada, a youth-led nonprofit that shares origami teaching resources for kids, parents, and seniors.
Considering he’s currently in grade 12, you can probably understand why he’s been recognized for his many accomplishments and service to his community, including receiving the Ontario Volunteers Award and a Richmond Hill Arts Awards for Youth.
Say hi to Jackie:
Website: origamicanada.org
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