Exploring Creative Boundaries with Evan Haley

In this episode of the 'Show Up or Shut Up' podcast, host Wendy Solganik interviews artist, and Executive Producer of Willa Workshops, Evan Haley. Wendy really wanted to bring Evan onto the podcast to highlight an emerging opportunity for book artists within Fodder School: the opportunity to create truly unique artist books from lessons in Fodder School that aren’t specifically designed with a book as the end product in mind!

They discuss Evan's unique journey from studying pre-med sciences at Princeton University to becoming a mixed media artist, and delve into the creative processes and challenges that define his art-making experiences.

Wendy shares her insights on the evolution of Fodder School and the potential for members to adapt projects to suit their personal creative goals, emphasizing the importance of pushing artistic boundaries and overcoming fears. The episode also introduces a secret project focusing on learning the Procreate app, highlighting the significance of digital technology in modern art creation.

(00:00) Introduction to the Podcast and Guest

(01:27) Wendy's Artistic Journey and Podcast Overview

(02:48) Meet Evan Haley: Background and Early Life

(04:12) Evan's College Experience and Shift to Art

(10:05) Evan's Artistic Development and College Projects

(18:56) Fodder School Projects and Creative Problem Solving

(22:32) Exploring Creative Potential and Bookmaking

(28:04) Fodder School Community and Off the Beaten Path

(28:41) Exploring New Projects in Fodder School

(29:24) Pushing Artistic Boundaries

(33:16) Overcoming Fear in Art Creation

(36:07) Taking Up Space with Your Art

(40:09) Letting Go of Unloved Art

(47:13) The Secret Project: Procreate Course

(52:27) The Challenges of Learning New Tools

(56:41) Concluding Thoughts and Gratitude