I am having an a-ha week. You know, one of those weeks when life serves you up some valuable lessons and you surprise yourself by paying attention. A few things that I have realised are:
1) De-cluttering is immensely satisfying (thank you Marie Kondo)
2) Weekends deserve protection
3) The best social media strategy is the one that feels healthy
4) Sometimes you don't need to chase shiny new things
5) Teaching teaches the teacher
I also have not one but three podcast suggestions for your playlist. Art lovers can rejoice as the number and quality of art podcasts is on the rise!
There is no denying that this is a jam-packed podcast. In-fact it could have been several better-organised episodes but you know what it is? It's an honest conversation about creative life so I am going to let it be just that. Enjoy!
RESOURCES MENTIONED
Marie Kondo
Episode 28, Three Questions to Find Your Focus
Episode 25, 5 Instagram Strategies for 2019
Art Juice podcast with Alice Sheridan and Louise Fletcher
Artist | Mother podcast with Kaylan Buteyn
Do It For the Process podcast with Emily Jeffords
Read my review of the three podcast recommendations here.
166. Taking Your Ideas Beyond the Sketchbook
165. Bucking Social Media Trends - Why Your Way Might Be Better!
164. Studio Upgrades We've Made - Celebrating One Year in the Art Cottage!
163. Embracing Artistic Exploration Without Needing To Know “The Why”
162. Persist, Pivot, or Pack It In?
161. Taking a Step Back To Inspire My Art and YouTube Channel
160. How To Find Your Creative Flow Again After a Break
159. Nostalgic Musings: Rediscovering the Joy of Being an Artist
158. How Becoming More Relaxed Improves Art & Life (Season Finale)
157. 7 Mistakes to Avoid When Making Reels and What To Do Instead
156. Pinterest Mini Training: Get More Eyes on Your Creative Work!
155. Where Do You Feel the Most Friction in Your Creative Process?
154. Old Art: Should You Keep, Transform, or Set Free?
153. Making Time for Art and Protecting Your Creative Energy!
152. Creative Crossroads: Navigating Changes in Your Art Style and Focus
151. Should You Share Your Art Process Online? Exploring the Pros and Cons
150. Aim to Be Average! The Hidden Benefits of Mediocre Days
149. Does the Perfect Art Studio Exist? (We're back with a new podcast season!)
148. Establishing a Weekly Creative Schedule. A Game-Changer for Artists!
147. Social Media Struggles: Is Instagram Still the Best App for Artists?
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