Creative Rituals

3.5 Writing Fiction with Bestselling Author Veronica Henry

My guest this week is the bestselling author Veronica Henry. I’ve been a reader of Veronica’s books for many years, and couldn’t believe it when I discovered she lives just round the corner from me, in Devon! We met for the first time last year at The Appledore Book Festival, where Veronica was giving a talk on one of her novels, The Secret Beach. I was lucky enough to visit Veronica in the beautiful pink living room of her lovely home overlooking the sea for this conversation, and she told me all about her process as a writer and how it is that she’s come to write a whopping 24 books. We discuss her approach to plotting, sources of inspiration, her love of interiors and clothes and how living by the sea informs her work. Find Veronica on Instagram hereFind Georgie hereVeronica’s new novel One Night at the Chateau is out now, order your copy hereAppledore Book FestivalThe Secret Beach by Veronica HenryThe Seven Basic Plots by Christopher Booker Lisa Jewell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3.4 Creating an Interior Design Book with Emma Beryl Kemper

My guest this week is the Brooklyn based interior designer and author Emma Beryl Kemper. Emma’s style is the perfect marriage between comfort and luxury, and her first book, House Rules: 100 Ways to Feel at Home was just published this January. The book, a handy pocket sized guide for anyone looking for ways to elevate their home, was actually illustrated by me! I had the pleasure of creating the artwork for the cover and 100 rules that fill the book’s inside pages. After a year of talking through our editor via email, in this episode Emma and I actually meet for the first time to talk about the book, as well as her work as a designer and what makes her happy at home. Find Emma hereFind Georgie hereHouse Rules: 100 Ways to Feel at Home by Emma KemperDavid Bowie on the creative process Le Labo Laurier 62 Classic CandleThe Nix by Nathan HillLibrary in Mexico City by appointment only - Tlacuilo Biblioteca Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3.3 The Artist vs The Illustrator, with Natalie Newsome

This week we sit down with London based artist and illustrator Natalie Newsome. Natalie’s work seeks to capture the potency of memories. Through her use of colour and mark-making, she hopes to transport the viewer to a particular moment in time - somewhere familiar or nostalgic. She works across mediums, often using watercolour, pastel and acrylic to create expressive pieces filled with movement. Nat talked to us from her beautiful, airy workspace in East London, and we discussed all things wedding stationery, the struggles and joys of working as a freelancer, the distinction between artist and illustrator and how she’s continuing her grandma’s legacy. Find Natalie’s artist page here and her illustrations hereFind Georgie hereDenise Henry James TurrellYorkshire Sculpture ParkDeer Shelter Skyspace by James TurrellSymposium Tom Lake by Ann Patchett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3.2 Navigating Artistic Life with Elle Jackson

Todays’ episode is more catch up than interview - we’re talking to previous podcast guest Elle Jackson. After a turbulent summer, Elle and I navigate the ups and downs of artistic life, tarot card readings, art making as therapy + intuitive healing, plus lots on Elle’s duo show Alchemy at Yorkton Workshops.Find Elle’s work hereFind Georgie hereZack Bush Charleston TrustWilding by Isabella TreeThis Book is a Plant by the Welcome CollectionPeter BuggenhoutCoombeshead Farm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3.1 The Engagement Episode with Jeweller with Sophie Whitelaw

Welcome back to season 3 of Creative Rituals! My first guest to kick off season 3 is the bespoke engagement ring designer Sophie Whitelaw. After training as a gemologist in Antwerp, Sophie is now the founder of her successful business Whitelaw Gold, creating beautifully unique, personal pieces that celebrate the style and personality of the people who wear them. Having just got engaged myself it was the perfect time for this chat, and we dive into all things proposal related, mood boards, the magic and creativity involved in Sophie’s job, and her favourite daily ritual as a creative working in London.Find Sophie on Instagram here and her website hereFind Georgie hereLinks:Miranda Does Brands90s AnxietyHatton GardenThe Flying HorseWe Live in Time Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.