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| Ep 240 part 2: Dirty Energy | 29 Aug 2024 | 00:36:58 | |
In the last episode, 'The Power of Naughty', I explored the benefits of chaos energy well channeled. But what do we do with the little f**kers? In this episode, I read the 'Dirty Energy' chapter of The Creative Condition book, in which several teachers, community workers, and professionals share thoughts on how we provide better tools for embattled young people to express themselves, and tap into a unique form of creativity. | |||
| Ep 240 part 1: The Power of Naughty | 28 Aug 2024 | 00:49:18 | |
Following on from the brilliant historian Professor Carl Chinn, I wanted to paint a layered picture of what it means to be working class, and the challenges we face in the arts in 2024. It is not a new phenomenon, but it is a problem that has been exacerbated over the 14 years from 2010-2024 under a Conservative government that preferred to heighten police powers and cut away arts and youth funding during a mental health crisis. | |||
| HIGHLIGHTS of episode 237 with Power Up! author and chemical engineer in renewable energy Yasmin Ali | 07 Aug 2024 | 00:40:28 | |
The full-length edit of this show is also out now! | |||
| Ep 177: Dan Kieran, writer & Unbound co-founder on serendipity, instinct & creativity | 10 Oct 2022 | 01:34:28 | |
Dan Kieran decided to leave Unbound, the crowd-funding publisher he co-founded in 2010. From the outside looking in, this was not a logical decision. But returning to his role as a writer felt right. We discuss this in-depth, why our instincts and feelings are often our greatest compass, and why we routinely defy them.This is a mazy chat about finding our way by learning to see the crumbs left in our path. Dan shares an inspiring story of overcoming adversity that will blow your mind!Supported by https://illustrationx.comhttps://twitter.com/dan_kieranhttps://unbound.com/https://bentallon.comhttps://www.idler.co.uk/ | |||
| Ep 176: Physical activity, nutrition, mental health and creativity. | 26 Sep 2022 | 01:26:35 | |
Dark nights, bad news and bad weather. The dangerous cocktail that awaits us in winter 2022 can be tempered and managed if we can find the right balance of physical activity, good nutrition and screen time.I'm joined by NuPhysio & Fitness founder Matt McArdle to discuss the vital importance of strengthening mental health by staying active and keeping our minds and creativity honed.With some great takeaway tips and insights for all levels of physical fitness.The show is supported by Illustration X. See their broad range of illustration and animation portfolios now at https://illustrationx.comhttps://www.instagram.com/nuphysioandfitness/https://bentallon.com | |||
| Ep 175: Young people, crime & creative rehab. A chat with a head of home in a secure children's unit | 20 Sep 2022 | 01:27:08 | |
Public services budget cuts. Free public space built on, sold off, privatised. Poverty rising. Violent crime soars. The mental health crisis deepens.2022 UK is a fierce place to grow up in 2022 if you are born into a fight. Without love, kindness, money, or guidance, bad things happen. We know this. The research supports what we already see and know and yet education continues to allow these unfortunate young people, who are all of our futures, to fall into the cracks.Too many of them end up in various secure children's units, where great work is being done to give them a chance of rebuilding broken lives.I'm joined by an unnamed head of home from one of the units to discuss her experiences of using creativity, care, and respect to tune into young people who have suffered and caused suffering when it need not be this way.It's a fascinating look at why further punishment and demonisation are not the way, and why a broader life education is essential for those who have not had a good start in life.Please subscribe and review to support The Creative Condition for free, and visit the founding sponsor of the show, Illustration X at https://illustrationx.comhttps://bentallon.comhttps://www.instagram.com/bikestormz.co.uk/?hl=enhttps://www.duy.org.uk/https://www.yuaf.org/ | |||
| Ep 174: Coach for creatives Kerry Lyons on changing our narrative and direction for better | 06 Sep 2022 | 01:05:08 | |
Kerry Lyons shares an all too familiar story of chasing success on the wrong terms before changing direction for the better.As a coach for creatives, Kerry helps people change their narrative and break from ties to old lives, careers, and false beliefs about their personalities and capabilities.She provides some superb tips for those feeling any level of dissatisfaction, or simply wishing to streamline their own creativity.Today's show is supported by illustration and animation agency IllustrationX. Visit them at https://illustrationx.comhttps://www.kerrylyons.com/https://www.instagram.com/iamkerrylyons/https://bentallon.comhttps://bentallonwriter.com | |||
| 'Wecome to Freelancing': A timely reading of 'Champagne and Wax Crayons' chapter 4 | 05 Sep 2022 | 00:26:10 | |
In September 2006 began one of the toughest spells in my creative industry career. It was the big monstrous 'before' bit. Suddenly cut off from tutorial input, peers, and credible workspace after 7-years in full-time arts education, I lost all sight of the dream freelance illustration career while working a full-time job, completely demotivated. This is detailed in chapter 4 of 'Champagne and Wax Crayons: Riding the Madness of the Creative Industries.' My debut memoir, a book about turning creativity into a career will soon be released in a new e-book format, so here is a reading of Chapter 4: 'Welcome to Freelancing.'I hope it will help all you new, soon-to-be, or once-upon-a-time graduates in some way, or at least make you laugh.https://www.bentallonwriter.com/shop/p/champagne-and-wax-crayons-riding-the-madness-of-the-creative-industrieshttps://illustrationx.comhttps://bentallon.comhttps://twitter.com/bentallon | |||
| Design Week x Ben Tallon article 1: Creativity to work through the insurmountable | 26 Aug 2022 | 00:07:42 | |
The first of a new series of articles written for design week, brought to you in audio format by The Creative Condition, supported by Illustration X.We kick off this new series exploring creativity's capacity for catharsis in the face of seemingly constant bad news and its destructive impact on our moods.Read in full at https://designweek.co.ukhttps://bentallonwriter.comhttps://bentallon.comhttps://illustrationx.com | |||
| Ep 173: Dotto's Dani Molyneux on the vital role of visual communication in turbulent times | 16 Aug 2022 | 01:20:43 | |
Dotto founder, designer, and artist Dani Molyneux joins me to discuss the importance of visual communication's role in turbulent times. During the pandemic, while juggling work and homeschooling, Dani began to make her own work for personal reasons, in response to political and social triggers. The work sets a wonderful example of the power of the personal and offers a timely reminder that our role in inspiring positive change is key.Check Dani out, and sign up for her new Domestika course at: https://www.dotto.studio/The Creative Condition is hosted by Ben Tallon at https://bentallon.comThe show is supported by and Ben is represented by htts://illustrationx.comhttps://twitter.com/bentallonhttps://instagram.com/bentallonhttps://bentallonwriter.com | |||
| Ep 172: Personal passion projects. The most valuable compass we have in a creative arsenal? | 09 Aug 2022 | 01:22:25 | |
Why personal passion projects are vital as a creative compass - stylistically, building identity, and stating intent.I have so many stories of unexpected doors opening, unlikely relationships, and even building my identity as an artist in the first place, so here they are, told through a career-to-date worth of personal projects that worked, or didn't work in the best way.If you liked this, episodes 147/8 discuss some stunning passion projects by others.Supported be https://illustrationx.comhttps://bentallon.comhttps://bentallonwriter.comhttps://instagram.com/bentallon | |||
| Ep 171: A conversation with a firefighter about crisis psychology and responsive creativity | 04 Aug 2022 | 00:53:16 | |
I'm joined by firefighter Joe Brady to discuss the creative thinking required to succeed in a job action-packed with intensity, unpredictability and high emotions. While not traditionally considered a creative profession, there are many wonderful takeaways and stories that will make you laugh, cry and shudder.https://illustrationx.comhttps://bentallon.comhttps://twitter.com/bentallonhttps://instagram.com/bentallonhttps://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/job-profiles/firefighter | |||
| Ep 170: Marketing for creative agencies, freelancers, & more government idiocy with Oliver Duffy-Lee | 21 Jul 2022 | 01:01:34 | |
Agency coach and marketing expert Oliver Duffy-Lee joins Ben Tallon to talk about promotion and marketing for freelancers, agencies, and why the latest government marketing advice is utterly ludicrous to anyone who understands economics and marketing, especially in the creative industry.Visit the Authority Agency website: https://www.authorityagency.co.uk/Oliver Duffy-Lee on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliverduffylee/Illustration X, show sponsor home: https://illustrationx.comBen Tallon illustration: https://bentallon.comBen Tallon Author site: https://bentallonwriter.com | |||
| What we learned about creativity from: Stephen Bliss | 01 Aug 2024 | 00:17:42 | |
Here are five things we learned about creativity from Stephen Bliss. | |||
| Listener help needed! Books to donate to schools and libraries. | 28 Jun 2022 | 00:35:29 | |
Why I'm donating 25 copies of my creative industry book to schools and public libraries, and why I believe the creative industry needs to try counter arts, youth services, and arts education cuts.The show is supported by Illustration X: https://illustrationx.comhttps://bentallonwriter.comhttps://bentallon.comhttps://twitter.com/bentallonhttps://instagram.com/bentallonhttps://instagram.com/bentallonwriter | |||
| Ep 169: The ideal workplace. The importance of environment for our creativity. | 06 Jun 2022 | 00:59:54 | |
Working from home. In the office. In the studio. In the pub. Cafe dweller. Out of our minds. Happy days.The environment we put or find ourselves in is a defining variable in our creative flow. But do we really pay enough attention to the effect of our surroundings on our energy, feelings, thoughts, and productivity?I sit down and share some stories about the good, bad, and bizarre of past workspaces as I prepare to move into a newly built garden studio space.This episode is supported by Illustration X at https://illustrationx.comhttps://bentallon.comhttps://bentallonwriter.comhttps://twitter.com/bentallonpodhttps://instagram.com/bentallon | |||
| Ep 168: I stole a child's drawing. A valuable lesson in creativity. | 09 May 2022 | 00:27:31 | |
I stole a child's drawing. Here's why.This is an episode about what we can unlearn with the help of children, about what their flippancy, naivety, passion, and curiosity represent. Creativity gets butchered by adults, by industries, by education systems, and our pride - our unwillingness to try and our aversion to mistakes.It holds us back and causes us to get lost in trends, repeats, and replications as we blindly chase perfection in a world that has none.It need not be so.Get your thoughts over @bentallon on socialsShow supported by https://weareillustrationx.com | |||
| Creativity. Humanity's defining asset. An introduction and a new start for the show. | 25 Apr 2022 | 00:21:03 | |
Creativity is humanity's defining asset. I've been observing, studying, and feeling it since my teens, subconsciously taking it in since I was a nipper. Finally, I'm writing it all down in a new book that will share its name with this show. I am also writing a blog over at bentallonwriter.com.Here is the introduction to the book and what you can expect from the podcast moving forward. Let's talk creativity.Show supported by https://illustrationx.comhttps://twitter.com/bentallonhttps://bentallon.comhttps://bentallonwriter.com | |||
| Ep 164: Creativity to Cope: Why we need it more than ever | 07 Apr 2022 | 00:35:11 | |
It's getting harder to cope. The pace, ferocity, and sadly, insanity of modern life are out of control. 24/7 we are exposed to terrifying news, and the subsequent arguments on social media, fear winning out every single time.That's why I write, that's why I draw, that's why I make these podcasts.Creativity is a fundamental pillar of human happiness and that's why I wanted to take the time to mark the release day of Stories for the Apocalypse #1: Notes on the New Normal with some thoughts on its vital role during these bizarre times.I share some personal experiences and a few favourite works that embody the lived experience.The podcast is supported by https://illustrationx.comYou can buy both 'Stories for the Apocalypse #1' and 'A Wolf in Sports Clothing' at https://bentallonwriter.com now. Also on all good e-book retailers. | |||
| Ep 163: Horror writer Susan Earlam's winding road to becoming an author | 21 Mar 2022 | 01:32:49 | |
Creativity happens on a different timeline for each of us. Horror writer Susan Earlam takes us on a winding path from a childhood full of artistic encouragement and everyday creativity, to fine art and teaching art, onto lifestyle blogging, and eventually - though not by chance - onto her wonderful horror writing.Her debut eco-horror novel 'Earthly Bodies' and 'Dark is the Water' are two big, unnerving, and distinct steps into a new phase of her creative career.https://susanearlam.com/https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dark-Water-Susan-Earlam/dp/1838379436https://www.instagram.com/susanearlam/https://twitter.com/SusanEarlamhttps://illustrationx.comhttps://theaoi.comhttps://bentallonwriter.comhttps://bentallon.comhttps://instagram.com/bentallonwriter | |||
| Ep 162: Close... But No Cigar. The value of near misses in the creative industry. | 28 Feb 2022 | 00:54:48 | |
The cliche is true. Failure is one of our greatest compasses. It is never as simple as a waste of time. Following on from UCLan design conference week 11's talk under the same title, I wanted to share the story of Quenched Music - why it never got going in the way Dirty Freud and I envisioned but proved a valuable gateway to projects, people, ideas, and skills we had no other way of accessing.Get your near misses over at @bentallon on social, and a big thank you to show supporters Illustration X and the AOI.https://bentallon.comhttps://bentallonwriter.comhttps://instagram.com/dirtyfreud | |||
| Ep 161: Sarah Brown's search for self-belief and singing Mahalia Jackson | 26 Jan 2022 | 01:11:55 | |
Sarah Brown is an incredible vocalist with the likes of Simple Minds, Duran Duran, Roxy Music, Stevie Wonder, Simpl Red, Pink Floyd and many more. Sarah is letting us in on her adoration of Mahalia Jackson, and her upcoming tribute album to the queen of Gospel. It’s an immensely powerful, inspiring, uplifting conversation with an incredible person.We cover rebuilding after emotional trauma and damaging experiences, following feeling and the heart when it comes to creativity, trusting in the self, and power in doing the thing you are passionate about.This show is supported by https://illustrationx.com and https://theaoi.comhttps://www.instagram.com/sarahbrownvocal/?hl=enhttps://linktr.ee/sarahbrownofficialhttps://bentallon.comhttps://bentallonwriter.com | |||
| The Elf In The Delph. A Christmas audiobook story. A gift for The Creative Condition listeners. | 09 Dec 2021 | 00:14:27 | |
A free audiobook version of 'The Elf in the Delph' for listeners of The Creative Condition podcast.A thank you for staying with me despite the sporadic releases of late.This story is available as a limited edition, 100-run illustrated zine at https://bentallonwriter.com/shop now.For the whole story of the zine, see two episodes ago.Written and narrated by Ben TallonEdited by David Woods-Hale | |||
| Ep 160: When is it time for a change? Artist Laura Hope joins me to discuss changing lanes. | 07 Dec 2021 | 01:33:43 | |
The COVID-19 pandemic has necessitated or provided space to make a change to our creative professions. Whatever the motivations or reasons, change is a scary word, and something a lot of us struggle to control or understand the nature of.Laura Hope has worked as a wonderful illustrator for a number of years. It wasn't always so. She tells us her fascinating story and explains why she has made the decision to take a job working in an art gallery in order to refocus her energy and skills.Share your own change stories @bentallon on social media. Please do subscribe to and review the Creative Condition Podcast on your chosen platform now.Supported by https://illustrationx.com and https://theaoi.comhttps://www.laura-hope.com/https://www.instagram.com/_laurahope/?hl=enhttps://twitter.com/laurahopeillohttps://bentallon.comhttps://bentallonwriter.com/shop | |||
| HIGHLIGHTS of episode 236 with former Rockstar Game lead artist Stephen Bliss | 31 Jul 2024 | 00:32:04 | |
The full-length episode is out now! | |||
| Ep 159: Starting over again: hopes fears, and learnings in a new creative discipline. | 30 Nov 2021 | 00:35:40 | |
Starting out in a whole new creative discipline can be a scary experience. When I started writing, it was a form of catharsis. A mental release that triggered a whole unexpected career path.Now as I release my first illustrated fiction zine, I thought it might be useful to share some of the hopes, fears, and learnings of building a new identity. The Elf in the Delph is a balance of my words and pictures, and the path has been a windy one.The rejection and self-doubt never fully goes away, so I wanted to chat about making a limited edition publication.The Elf in the Delph is available at https://bentallonwriter.com/shopThe show is supported by https://illustrationx.com and https://theaoi.com | |||
| Ep 158: Creative Isolation: Brian and Michael Thibodeau talk isolation and quarantine portraits | 22 Jun 2021 | 01:05:38 | |
It's been and continues to be a strange, surreal time of our lives. Creativity is a fundamental part of who we are as humans and moves hand in hand with the way we feel.I'm joined by self-described 'creative wander' brothers Brian and Michael Thibodeau to talk about their unique response to remotely remain close during lockdown/quarantine, which organically resulted in their 'Quarantined Portraits' book.We discuss why it's not about what you didn't or did create during the pandemic, but how you coped, how you stayed in touch and made it through.The show is supported by http://illustrationx.com and http://theaoi.comhttps://www.instagram.com/bthibbs.studio/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/michael.thibo/?hl=enhttps://www.blurb.co.uk/b/10650724-quarantined-portraitshttp://bentallon.comhttp://bentallonwriter.com | |||
| Ep 157: Creatively fulfilling. Well paying. Matt Essam on how we can tick both boxes. | 07 Jun 2021 | 01:09:38 | |
Matt Essam built a career he thought was the one for him. When he made it, it didn't feel too good. So he started again and focused on a different set of goals.He wanted well-paid and creatively, emotionally fulfilling work.Today he works with freelancers and small businesses to help them find and attract dream clients. Matt joins me to break down the reasons why so many people end up jaded with their work, believing the old misconception that well-paid work cannot be creatively fulfilling and vice-versa.This one is packed full of golden advice and you can download a free copy of Matt's book, Create and Prosper here: https://www.createandprosper.co/This show is kindly supported by http://illustrationx.com and http://theaoi.comWebsite: www.mattessam.co.uk Social handle: @matt_essam Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matt_essam/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mattessam/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/matt_essam LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattessam/http://bentallon.comhttp://bentallonwriter.com | |||
| Ep 156: Language and expressing creativity with Sara Coggin | 25 May 2021 | 01:26:17 | |
So often, we create great work, have fresh ideas and know our skill set. But can we express ourselves with confidence, in an effective way that does the work justice?It's an age-old conundrum; one strong skill set balanced out by shortcomings. But does it need to be this way? Sara Coggin, illustrator and language teacher joins me to talk about breaking down misconceptions about confidence and why they are at the root of issues expressing our creativity. We dig into why it's crucial to join the emotional dots and why we have to be sympathetic to our personality.This podcast is kindly supported by http://illustrationx.com and http://theaoi.comhttps://saracogg.in/https://www.instagram.com/cogginsketchbook/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/speaklikeyou/?hl=enhttp://bentallon.comhttp://bentallonwriter.com | |||
| Ep 155: Illustrator, designer, photographer Tim Easley's self-taught path to the creative industry | 13 Apr 2021 | 01:23:43 | |
With the rise in tuition fees proving a gateway for many people who want to study at degree level, there's a bigger question mark than ever before over whether formal education is essential for a career in the arts.'Where did you study?' is the most interrogation I've ever faced as a freelance illustrator. When it comes to the writing and podcasting side of my work, there was no study, just a passionate interest and the desire to make it happen. Illustrator, designer and photographer Tim Easley did not study at all.He had no real inclination he wanted a career in the arts until a little later than most. When he felt it, he made the decision, in accordance with his personality, to educate himself. He now works across a broad range of clients, industries and disciplines with a distinct illustrative style and beautiful, independent books of hhis photography. Tim joins me to share the whole story, why he chose this unconventional path and why it is crucial to consider the character when navigating our own way through the often confusing arts.Available now on Spotify, iTunes, Stitcher Podcasts and Google Podcasts.Supported by http://illustrationx.com and http://theaoi.comhttps://timeasley.com/https://twitter.com/timeasleyhttps://www.instagram.com/timeasley/http://bentallon.comhttp://bentallonwriter.com | |||
| Ep 154: Alan McGee: One of music's greatest minds on 'bonkers brave f**k you creativity! | 29 Mar 2021 | 00:44:21 | |
Alan McGee is one of a kind. His tough start in 1970s Glasgow set him up for a tumultuous, glorious and legendary ride at the top of the 1990s and 2000s music scene as the head of Creation Records and the man behind the biggest band in the world at the time, Oasis.Primal Scream, The Jesus and Mary Chain, Teenage Fanclub and My Bloody Valentine, to name but a few, followed suit.I sit down with Alan as his movie biopic, directed by Nick Moran and written for screen by Irvine Welsh, 'Creation Stories' comes out to dig into what he describes as 'bonkers brave f**k you creativity.This is must listen, packed full of advice about making bold decisions and getting behind them, when they feel right, taking risks and not shying away from controversy when it comes to creativity.The podcast is supported by Illustration X (http://illustrationx.com) and The Association of Illustrators (http://theaoi.com)Creation Stories is out now on Sky Cinema. | |||
| Ep 153: Activism and work that matters. New York design agency ThoughtMatter MD Jessie McGuire. | 15 Mar 2021 | 01:34:50 | |
The times we live in are tumultuous and challenging. The world is changing. We all need a voice. Good design is not enough to provide one. So how do we make work that matters, which we can deliver with results?ThoughtMatter have built a reputation as a creative agency who not only make thought provoking, meaningful work, addressing issues they care about, but work hard and smart to ensure it hits the spot.I'm joined by managing director Jessie McGuire to discuss her own journey, the evolution of ThoughtMatter and what it takes to break through the noise of modern life.https://www.thoughtmatter.com/https://www.thoughtmatter.com/inbetweenhttps://www.instagram.com/thoughtmatter/https://twitter.com/ThoughtMttrhttp://bentallon.comhttp://bentallonwriter.comhttp://illustrationx.comhttp://theaoi.com | |||
| Ep 152: Ben Ryan: The Olympic gold medal winning coach on becoming the best version of ourselves | 02 Mar 2021 | 01:29:17 | |
When Ben Ryan, one of the most innovative coaches in world sport left his position as England rugby 7s coach, he was all set to take a comfortable role at a sports consultancy company.Then he saw a tweet advertising a vacancy for the national Fiji rugby 7s job. With twenty minutes to accept or decline the role, he listened to his raging instincts and set out on one of the all time great sporting stories, taking them, through countless challenges, to an Olympic gold medal at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.Ben shares the mind-bending story, his valuable insights to human empowerment, tips for adapting to adversity and why it's vital to establish the right conditions for creativity and happiness to flourish in and around us.This episode of the Creative Condition Podcast is supported by Illustration X and the Association of Illustrators. http://illustrationx.com // http://theaoi.comThe Ben Ryan Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-ben-ryan-podcast/id1553400216Ben's Sevens Heaven book: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/39102941-sevens-heavenhttps://www.instagram.com/benryan7s/https://twitter.com/benjaminryanhttp://bentallon.comhttp://bentallonwriter.com | |||
| The Creative Condition Podcast: Pilot Episode | 15 Feb 2021 | 00:31:28 | |
The Creative Condition takes over Arrest All Mimics podcast. Here's why and what to expect!Supported by http://illustrationx.com and http://theaoi.com | |||
| Ep 151: Animation and music with George Moir! | 16 Dec 2020 | 01:02:29 | |
George Moir's unusual dual roles of musician and animator make for a wonderfully rounded, lo-fi visual and musical world of his own making.He joins me to discuss his unusual roots, playing the piano from the age of 2 and the 800 hours graft he ploughed into his animated videos.It's a brilliant story and a great example of how diverse skill sets can co-exist to forge unique paths.Episode 151 of Arrest All Mimics is supported by Illustration X and the Association of Illustrators.https://www.instagram.com/georgemoirmusic/?hl=enhttp://illustrationx.comhttp://theaoi.com | |||
| Ep 236: Stephen Bliss has a dark new bunny. From Rockstar and GTA art to 'Thumper' comic via 'Fear City' | 31 Jul 2024 | 01:00:39 | |
Stephen Bliss returns to discuss his creativity and his artistic endeavours since moving on from his iconic role as lead artist at Rockstar Games, including Fear City, and 'Thumper' his new comic by Scout Comics. | |||
| YA MUM Bonus Stories Audiobook teaser free gift | 17 Nov 2020 | 00:22:29 | |
A free preview of 'What YA MUM Told Me Last Night': the bonus stories audiobook to accompany YA MUM and Other Stories from the Backstreets of Britain.A thank you to Arrest All Mimics listeners. YA MUM and Other Stories from the Backstreets of Britain paperback is out now at http://bentallonwriter.com/shop and bundle offers on both audiobooks are available now. Full individual e-books and audiobooks are available from all good retailers. | |||
| Ep 150: Jenny Robins talks illustrating and writing her new graphic novel. 'Biscuits'. | 12 Nov 2020 | 01:06:31 | |
Biscuits is a slab of brilliantly-observed graphic novel full of poignancy, reflection and black comedy from the mind of illustrator and writer Jenny Robins.Charting the interlinking lives of London women, this hand drawn story has everything, so Jenny joins me to share the story, her process and how she balances her role as a teacher with her freelance magic making.The graphic novel is out now on Myriad Editions.Episode 150 of Arrest All Mimics is supported by http://illustrationx.com and http://theaoi.comhttp://jennyrobins.comhttps://myriadeditions.com/books/biscuits-assorted/http://bentallon.comhttp://bentallonwriter.com | |||
| YA MUM and Other Stories from the Backstreets of Britain exclusive excerpt | 21 Oct 2020 | 00:09:02 | |
An exclusive 4-story and introductory excerpt from Ben Tallon's new book, YA MUM and Other Stories from the Backstreets of Britain.You can grab your copy at http://bentallonwriter.com | |||
| Ep 149: Indie or traditional book publishing? The ups and downs of two models. | 21 Oct 2020 | 00:48:39 | |
Creating design and written content you'd like to share with the world?Ben Tallon's accidental author career kicked off when Champagne and Wax Crayons: Riding the Madness of the Creative Industry happened off the back of an angry freelancer blog rant. It was published via a traditional publishing house.YA MUM and Other Stories from the Backstreets of Britain is his 3rd book, a rancid collection of black comedy and observational stories from Britain's cultural underbelly and this time out, he's going indie.Here are some thoughts and experienced ups and downs from each model which will hopefully help you work out which may suit your work, schedule and character more.Head to the bookshop at http://bentallonwriter.com to buy YA MUM now and visit the library section for Ben's bibliography.Supported by http://illustrationx.com and http://theaoi.com | |||
| Ep 148: The Self-initiated creative projects showcase, part 2/2. | 20 Oct 2020 | 01:13:09 | |
Self-initiated work is vital to forging our own path through the creative industry. Without restriction, the scope to express character, passion, sentiment, to create with unfiltered purity, to explore, chase magic and wonder, is limitless.In part 2 of the self-initiated creative projects showcase, brilliant work by Jill Gibbons, Raw Studio, Stanley Chow, Hazel Mead, Micah Purnell, Jenny Robins and more complete the lineup of examples of leading their own creative career conversations.http://stanleychow.co.ukhttp://weareraw.co.ukhttps://www.jillgibbon.co.uk/http://hazelmead.comhttps://www.amazon.co.uk/Jobseekers-Annoyance-Smith-writing-AaronTingz/dp/B00588DLRIhttp://tomgauld.comhttp://coldwarsteve.comhttp://Murugiah.comhttp://micahpurnell.com/http://Lucindarogers.co.ukhttp://craigblackdesign.comhttp://Sarahbeetson.comhttp://Dougiewallace.comhttp://seventhirtyeight.blogspot.com/https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/podglomerate/storyboundhttp://Craigoldham.co.ukhttp://Asburyandasbury.comhttp://Jennyrobins.comhttp://www.davidcohendirector.comhttp://davidcohendirector.comhttp://illustrationx.comhttp://eventbrite.co.uk/d/online/rewilding/http://theaoi.comhttp://bentallonwriter.comhttp://bentallon.com | |||
| Ep 147: The Self-initiated creative projects showcase, part 1/2. | 13 Oct 2020 | 01:16:20 | |
Self-initiated work is vital to forging our own path through the creative industry. Without restriction, the scope to express character, passion, sentiment, to create with unfiltered purity, to explore, chase magic and wonder, is limitless. In part 1 of the self-initiated creative projects showcase, brilliant work by Graham Wood, Dawinder Bansal, Adelaide Damoah, Jane Bowyer, Mr. Bingo and more set scintillating examples of what doors making time to create for ourselves can open.http://cargocollective.com/grahamwoodworkhttps://www.dawinderbansal.com/http://bowyerjane.co.uk/https://adelaidedamoahart.com/https://mr.bingo/http://yuaf.orghttps://www.instagram.com/mizogart/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/mac_impact/?hl=enhttps://micahpurnell.com/http://kingsleynebechi.co.ukhttp://saraprinslooart.co.ukhttps://naotatsumi.net/http://instagram.com/breakingthehabit_podhttps://www.ashwatkins.com/http://illustrationx.comhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/d/online/rewilding/http://theaoi.comhttp://bentallonwriter.comhttp://bentallon.com | |||
| WHAT'S THE F'N POINT? Part 2: The Power of Creativity in a F'd Up World. Dawinder Bansal | 22 Jul 2020 | 01:37:20 | |
What's the f'n point? Is a two-part special podcast in response to the understandable feeling of futility in the creative industry. There's a lot to worry about in the world and when monster after monster keeps stomping over the horizon, 'What's the f'n' point?' is a very valid question.In part 2, British producer and artist Dawinder Bansal joins me to lay out a powerful showcase of exploring sensitive and often misunderstood topics in a subtle and inclusive way. From the 1st generation of British born, South Asian community, Dawinder uses the personal and uses theatre, film, audio and other media to tell stories in a way that invites the audience to get up close and personal, to experience it for themselves. We get deep into Jambo Cinema, Asian Women and Cars: The Road to Independence and The Making of a South Asian Wedding, the responses and why it is crucial, during these times, that they provide an interesting, entertaining space for respectful debate and discourse.The show is kindly supported by Illustration X and The Association of IllustratorsListen on Spotify, Google Podcasts, iTunes, Stitcher and more, or at http://soundcloud.com/arrestallmimicshttps://www.dawinderbansal.com/https://twitter.com/dawinderbansal?lang=enhttps://www.instagram.com/dawinderbansal/?hl=en | |||
| WHAT'S THE F'N POINT?! Part 1: Creativity in a F'ed up world. Craig Oldham. | 16 Jul 2020 | 01:26:26 | |
What's the f'n point? Is a two-part special podcast in response to the understandable feeling of futility in the creative industry. There's a lot to worry about in the world and when monster after monster keeps stomping over the horizon, 'What's the f'n' point?' is a very valid question.In part one, Craig Oldham joins Ben Tallon to discuss his own insecurities and let us in on some spellbinding, vital projects. Craig explains the importance of understanding that we are all a small part of a bigger whole, with limited, but important influence. With passion, drawing upon the personal and wonder, that influence can become unlimited.Detailing In Loving Memory of Work, his stunning book on the 1984/85 miners' strike and his They Live 'epiphany editions' book, Craig illustrates the unpredictable ways meaningful design can change, enliven and unite in troubled times.Next week, in part 2, I'm joined by artist Dawinder Bansal who picks up the baton and goes deep into her South Asian heritage. She shows why inclusivity and subtlety in our activism can be just as powerful as any protest or placard. The show is kindly supported by Illustration x (http://illustrationx.com) and the Association of Illustrators (http://theaoi.com).https://www.craigoldham.co.uk/https://twitter.com/officeofcraig?lang=enhttp://roughtradebooks.com/books/they-live-a-visual-and-cultural-awakening/http://bentallon.com | |||
| Ep 146: Illustrator Dominique Ramsey's stunning, vibrant artworks, animals, Pokemon and more | 23 Jun 2020 | 00:41:08 | |
Atlanta, GA based illustrator Dominique Ramsey shares her story, including Pokemon, animals and spirituality as influences on her vibrant, seductive illustration work.We talk about the power of visual communication and the fine line between smash-mouthed and quietly effective.Arrest All Mimics Episode 146 is supported by http://illustrationx.com and http://theaoi.comFind Dominique at https://www.dominiqueramsey.com/about#drawingwhileblack on Twitter!http://bentallon.com | |||
| Illustrator Claudine O' Sullivan, Cabin Cast 6 | 07 May 2020 | 00:24:44 | |
Claudine O'Sullivan returns to the show to talk about her experience of lockdown. We get into parenthood, changes from Covid-19 and drawing ducks.You can check out Claudine's free colouring book at: https://www.claudineosullivan.com/shop/colour-for-calmShow supported by http://illustrationx.com and http://theaoi.com | |||
| HIGHLIGHTS of former Rockstar Games Senior Artist Stephen Bliss in Brooklyn | 30 Jul 2024 | 00:33:23 | |
(The full-length chat can be heard on episode 70 of 'The Creative Condition'.) | |||
| Covid-19 Creative Cabin Cast 5: Murugiah | 15 Apr 2020 | 00:27:19 | |
Artist and illustrator Murugiah lets us inside his London spare room, where recent mind-bending surreal canvases stand tall, inspiring and bright. He takes us into the inspiration and this relatively new direction and their South-East Asian influence.He also explains why the virus has been especially worrying for the family with several family members on the front line in hospitals.https://murugiah.com/The show is supported by:http://illustrationx.com and http://theaoi.comStories for the Apocalypse: http://instagram.com/storiesfortheapocalypse | |||
| Covid-19 Creative Cabin Cast 4: Illustrator Hazel Mead on taboos, WFH tips & changing sex education | 31 Mar 2020 | 00:43:13 | |
Inside the Covid-19 cabin of illustrator Hazel Mead who returns to the show to talk working from home tips, creating work around taboos, finding ways to discover clients with budgets for such work and changing the sex education conversation!Supported by http://illustrationx.com and http://theaoi.comhttp://instagram.com/hazel.mead | |||
| Ep 145: Nick Asbury on self-initiated projects, design writing and perpetual disappointments | 30 Mar 2020 | 00:58:48 | |
Writer Nick Asbury strikes the perfect balance between client work and identity establishing, self-initiated projects as one half of Asbury and Asbury. He works closely with designers and agencies to create striking, impactful, clear, clever copy on campaigns and visual media. Having worked with the likes of Studio Sutherl&, Johnson Banks, The Chase and more.His brilliant series of books: Realtime Notes, Perpetual Disappointments Diary and the A6 Notebook are wonderful examples of individuality catching on with larger audiences.Supported by http://illustrationx.com and http://theaoi.comhttps://asburyandasbury.com/http://studio-sutherland.co.uk/https://www.johnsonbanks.co.uk/https://www.thechase.co.uk/ | |||
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