https://Art2Life.com - Everything starts with creative expression. Cherie Healey believes that leadership is the greatest creative endeavor of all time. But too many people feel they’re “not qualified” to be leaders because their definition of leadership is outdated. 

Leadership is first and foremost about learning to lead yourself. It’s also about gaining clarity, living your passion, and inspiring others. She believes that you are more powerful than you know.

Dive into the Art of Leadership with us in this episode of the Art2Life Podcast.

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LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN…

Leadership as a creative endeavor [2:45] 

Changing the definition of leadership [16:24] 

What makes leaders different? [20:22] 

The value in asking for help [24:09]

Learn about the Art2Life Breadcrumbs Challenge [28:02] 

The realization that you can’t plan everything [28:55] 

Creating the optimal environment for creativity [31:20] 

Desire is your greatest friend [43:34] 

The Art of Leadership Retreat [55:11] 

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CONNECT WITH CHERIE HEALEY

Cherie’s Website: https://cheriehealey.com/ 

Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cherie.healey/

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CONNECT WITH NICHOLAS WILTON AND ART2LIFE:

Join us for the Free Creative Breadcrumbs Challenge: http://www.breadcrumbschallenge.com 

Learn more about The Art of Leadership Retreat: https://pages.art2life.com/retreats/2024-portugal-retreat/ 

Get the Free COLOR TIPS PDF: https://workshop.art2life.com/color-tips-pdf-podcasts/ 

Follow the Sunday Art2Life Vlog: https://art2life.lpages.co/sign-up-for-the-a2l-vlog/ 

Follow Nicholas Wilton's Art on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholaswilton/ 

Follow Art2Life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/art2life_world

Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Art2Life 

#Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary

https://Art2Life.com - Bibby Gignilliat had stopped painting years ago because she had a critical teacher who made her feel like she was talentless. So she spent years as a computer programmer, worked in adventure travel, and even ran her own cooking business. By all measures of success, she was successful. 

She continuously pushed her dream of being an artist and having her own gallery show aside. Today, Bibby and I are painting in her studio. She’s an accomplished mixed-media artist who incorporates her travels into her art. 

It all started because she was willing to push aside what she’d been told about herself and started listening to herself. Bibby shares her path back to her art—and how she let her intuition lead the way—in this episode of the Art2Life Podcast. 

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LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN…

Learn more about Bibby’s art and studio [2:26]

Bibby’s path back to her art [5:45]

Art is freedom [12:08]

Letting intuition lead the way [15:44] 

The impact of Covid [27:32] 

Art over energy healing [29:33] 

The creative breadcrumbs challenge [29:58] 

The business of art [33:38] 

What Bibby’s work represents [34:46] 

Bibby’s commitment to learning [39:56] 

What’s next for Bibby? [45:35]

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

The Academy of Intuition Medicine: https://intuitionmedicine.org/

The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself: https://www.amazon.com/Untethered-Soul-Journey-Beyond-Yourself/dp/1572245379

The Portland Art Gallery: https://portlandartgallery.com/

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CONNECT WITH BUBBY GIGNILLIAT

Bibby’s artwork: https://www.bibbyart.com/

Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bibbygart/

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CONNECT WITH NICHOLAS WILTON AND ART2LIFE:

Get the Free COLOR TIPS PDF: https://workshop.art2life.com/color-tips-pdf-podcasts/ 

Follow the Sunday Art2Life Vlog: https://art2life.lpages.co/sign-up-for-the-a2l-vlog/ 

Follow Nicholas Wilton's Art on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholaswilton/ 

Follow Art2Life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/art2life_world/?hl=en 

Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Art2Life 

#Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary

https://Art2Life.com - Are you struggling to cast a vision for yourself, your art, or your business? Has imposter syndrome taken hold? Do you feel confident that you can make your dreams a reality? 

Suzi Dafnis walked into a room with 30 other business owners about to start the art class I was offering our mastermind group, admittedly incredibly nervous. Though confident in any business environment, she felt like she shrunk into her feet when she walked into my class. 

Yet she came out of the class having created something she’s proud of and found that she enjoyed the process. Today, Suzi joins me in the studio to talk about her journey in business. She firmly believes that if you have a dream that you believe in—and get a plan in place to make it happen—you can achieve it. 

But just like you have to take your brush and make the first mark on a canvas, you have to take a step toward creating the business of your dreams. Join us to learn how to take that first step. 

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LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN…

[1:18] Compelling question or topic, written to elicit curiosity 

[4:16] You have to start somewhere to make progress 

[7:56] The concept of differences and contrast 

[11:45] Embracing work-life integration 

[13:51] Suzi’s trajectory in business 

[17:09] How Suzi helps her clients 

[25:10] Calculating what your time is worth 

[27:49] Casting a vision for yourself 

[34:43] Why community is key to success 

[42:05] Running an in-person events business 

[46:56] How to connect with Suzi 

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CONNECT WITH SUZI DAFNIS

HerBusiness: https://herbusiness.com/

The HerBusiness podcast: https://herbusiness.com/podcasts/

HerBusiness Network: http://www.herbusinessnetwork.com

Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herbusiness/

Free Facebook Group for Women Business Owners: http://www.herbusinessgroup.com

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CONNECT WITH NICHOLAS WILTON AND ART2LIFE:

Get the Free COLOR TIPS PDF: https://workshop.art2life.com/color-tips-pdf-podcasts/ 

Follow the Sunday Art2Life Vlog: https://art2life.lpages.co/sign-up-for-the-a2l-vlog/ 

Follow Nicholas Wilton's Art on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholaswilton/ 

Follow Art2Life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/art2life_world/?hl=en 

Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Art2Life 

Art2Life Retreats: www.artlifedream.com

#Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary

https://Art2Life.com - Raquel Baldocchi is a mixed-media contemporary artist in the Bay Area. Raquel draws inspiration from her grandmother, who created textile art, made beautiful scrapbooks, and crafted ornaments every year for Christmas. 

Raquel’s college boyfriend’s mother was a printmaker. She influenced Raquel so much that Raquel pursued a degree in printmaking. Now, every piece of art that Raquel creates is infused with a story. 

In this episode, Raquel and I have a conversation in my studio while we’re creating. Join us by bringing along a sketchbook or something you are working on, and allow yourself to be inspired to create something new. 

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LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN…

[2:31] Working with mixed medium elements 

[7:33] How Raquel’s grandmother influenced her art 

[10:38] Love in the Time of Cholera 

[16:15] Why Raquel’s art has evolved 

[26:14] Why gallery shows aren’t for everyone 

[32:45] What inspires Raquel?

[38:57] What Raquel learned from loss

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

Love in the Time of Cholera by Gabriel García Márquez: 

Apply

Gabilan Cattle Company: https://www.gabilancattlecompany.com/

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CONNECT WITH RAQUEL BALDOCCHI

www.raquelbaldocchi.com

IG @raquelbaldocchi

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CONNECT WITH NICHOLAS WILTON AND ART2LIFE:

Get the Free COLOR TIPS PDF: https://workshop.art2life.com/color-tips-pdf-podcasts/ 

Follow the Sunday Art2Life Vlog: https://art2life.lpages.co/sign-up-for-the-a2l-vlog/ 

Follow Nicholas Wilton's Art on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholaswilton/ 

Follow Art2Life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/art2life_world/?hl=en 

Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Art2Life 

#Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary

https://Art2Life.com - Louise Fletcher is an artist and teacher, gifted at helping her students connect with their emotions and unleash their artistic voice. But she wasn’t always aware of her gift.

She genuinely thought she had no artistic talent because she couldn’t sit in front of a canvas and execute a vision. When she learned that she could play with paint, and find joy in the process, it changed everything.

In this heartfelt conversation, we uncover the depths of finding one’s self-worth and embrace the concept that we must express every emotion in our art and life.

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LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN…

How I met Louise Fletcher [1:17]

Discovering a love for painting [3:05] 

Finding purpose in painting [7:56] 

The art of finding your self-worth [13:57] 

Art mimics life and life mimics art [16:54]

Standing for You: Expressing anger [26:16] 

How Louise helps students achieve authenticity [30:58] 

The process of the Creative Visionary Program [34:40] 

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

Taylor Swift’s Mad Woman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6DP4q_1EgQQ

Esalen: https://www.esalen.org/

Georgina Noel: https://www.georginanoel.com/

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CONNECT WITH LOUISE FLETCHER

Louise Fletcher Art: https://www.louisefletcherart.com

Follow on Instagram: http://@louisefletcher_art

Art Juice Podcast: https://www.louisefletcherart.com/podcast

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CONNECT WITH NICHOLAS WILTON AND ART2LIFE:

Get the Free COLOR TIPS PDF: https://workshop.art2life.com/color-tips-pdf-podcasts/ 

Follow the Sunday Art2Life Vlog: https://art2life.lpages.co/sign-up-for-the-a2l-vlog/ 

Follow Nicholas Wilton's Art on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholaswilton/ 

Follow Art2Life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/art2life_world/?hl=en 

Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Art2Life 

#Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary

https://Art2Life.com - What does the journey of bringing your art to life look like? How does the process of creating inform who you are becoming? The truth is that you are a work of art. With every brushstroke, you’re becoming what you’re created to be. And that energy will show up in your art. In this episode of Art2Life, I’ll walk you through the three stages of creating powerful art. 

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Stage #1: Intellectually understanding your art [4:15]

Stage #2: Embodying your art [11:52] 

Stage #3: Becoming your art [25:00] 

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CONNECT WITH NICHOLAS WILTON AND ART2LIFE:

Get the Free COLOR TIPS PDF: https://workshop.art2life.com/color-tips-pdf-podcasts/

Follow the Sunday Art2Life Vlog: https://art2life.lpages.co/sign-up-for-the-a2l-vlog/

Follow Nicholas Wilton's Art on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholaswilton/

Follow Art2Life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/art2life_world/?hl=en

Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Art2Life

https://Art2Life.com - In this special throwback episode of Art2Life, we revisit one of our most beloved conversations with award-winning art critic Jerry Saltz. 

Making art is hard enough, but hearing from others whether it is good or not is especially so. Every artist I know already has, hard-wired within them, a pretty tough critic. I certainly do. So I never have been particularly drawn to listening to more of them. I know, of course, art criticism is essential in the art world. I get all that, but truthfully, I have always been a little leery of outside criticism in case it made me stop making art. It feels safer to hear more from those who are actually making art. They were the ones I thought whose voices mattered. At least for me. 

But today you are going to meet an art critic. But not the kind I imagined. Not at all. His name is Jerry Saltz. He is the Pulitzer Prize-winning, senior art critic and columnist for New York Magazine. He has a bajillion followers on Instagram and is a New York Times bestselling author. He also cares a ton about art and especially artists. Which isn’t surprising because he was one. He switched mid-career because, ironically, his inner critic wouldn’t leave him alone, and it all became too much. 

Jerry is whip-smart, funny, and at times, daringly truthful. But this is what I love about him: he just tells the truth. Or rather his truth. That is rare these days. Jerry is the artist's art critic. He is so on our side and wants nothing more for us than to simply stay together and above all else, to keep making our art. Join me now for this startlingly vulnerable and caring conversation about art and life with one of the most revered voices in the art world: Jerry Saltz.

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LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN…

How Jerry became a bestselling author and why you need to read his books [3:19]

Becoming a different kind of artist and recognizing the respect in art criticism [15:05]

Why artists need one another [25:48]

Making an enemy of envy and why we need to just keep making our art [32:01]

Where Jerry feels the art world is heading [39:15]

Jerry’s advice for artists when they receive criticism and the time Jerry criticized my work [46:47]

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CONNECT WITH JERRY SALTZ

Jerry’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerrysaltz/ 

Riverhead Book’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riverheadbooks 

Art is Life (Book): https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/612485/art-is-life-by-jerry-saltz/ 

How to Be an Artist (Book): https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/612484/how-to-be-an-artist-by-jerry-saltz/9780593086469/

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CONNECT WITH NICHOLAS WILTON AND ART2LIFE:

Get the Free COLOR TIPS PDF: https://workshop.art2life.com/color-tips-pdf-podcasts/ 

Follow the Sunday Art2Life Vlog: https://art2life.lpages.co/sign-up-for-the-a2l-vlog/ 

Follow Nicholas Wilton's Art on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholaswilton/ 

Follow Art2Life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/art2life_world/?hl=en 

Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Art2Life

https://Art2Life.com - Artists are always asking questions. When you’re always questioning, it’s only natural that a lack of clarity arises. Your soul is always pulling you to the unknown.

We’re living in a world where opportunities are boundless. The curiosity to see what’s possible is a driving force. When you’re in congruence with who you are and what you’re making, it’s the best feeling in the world. And when the expression doesn’t match the creature, you must change. 

Clarity is found through missteps, adventures, and pushing yourself out of your comfort zone to see a world of possibilities. In this conversation, Noah and I walk through the journey of finding clarity in life and art.

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LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN…

Why finding clarity is a life-long process [3:18]

Gaining clarity through missteps and adventures [8:46] 

Why Noah read obituaries, memoirs, and biographies [19:10]

Surviving times when we got it all wrong [25:40] 

Push yourself outside your comfort zone to gain clarity [31:44] 

How others help us see the world of possibilities [44:05] 

Gaining clarity comes from experimentation [46:19] 

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

Tom Stanley Art: https://www.tomstanleyart.com/

David Hockney’s Biography: https://www.amazon.com/David-Hockney-christopher-simon-sykes/dp/0385535902/

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CONNECT WITH NOAH WOODS

Noah’s portfolio: https://www.noahwoods.com/

Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noahwoods__/

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CONNECT WITH NICHOLAS WILTON AND ART2LIFE:

Get the Free COLOR TIPS PDF: https://workshop.art2life.com/color-tips-pdf-podcasts/

Follow the Sunday Art2Life Vlog: https://art2life.lpages.co/sign-up-for-the-a2l-vlog/

Follow Nicholas Wilton's Art on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholaswilton/

Follow Art2Life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/art2life_world/?hl=en

Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Art2Life

“My calling is to help you answer yours.” – Chérie Healey

Chérie believes that we all have a calling that we have to answer in this life. If we simplify it down to its essence, we are supposed to be ourselves, with all of our flaws, traumas, and wounds. Her purpose is to help people step into being all the way themselves. 

Chérie is an Executive Coach and Brand Strategist for women leaders. She’s guided great Leaders for over 25 years at Google, YouTube, Paramount, Nike, Apple, Stanford Graduate School of Business, and more.

Chérie has created and cultivated a community to encourage and strengthen, a safe place to build relationships and push each other toward purpose. In this conversation, Chérie shares how she helps women recapture themselves, guides them toward their purpose, and how the right community can transform your life.

Listen if you are interested in...

• Chérie’s purpose on this planet [5:18] 
• Helping people make their life a work of art [8:33] 
• Helping women recapture themselves [13:27] 
• Guiding people toward their intuition [26:07] 
• How the right community can transform your life [40:22] 

Resources & People Mentioned

• No Bad Parts: Healing Trauma and Restoring Wholeness
• My painting: “Chérie”

Connect with Chérie Healey

• Follow on Instagram
• cheriehealy.com 

Connect with Nicholas Wilton and Art2Life

Get the Free COLOR TIPS PDF here

• Follow the Sunday Art2Life Vlog here
• Follow Nicholas Wilton's Art on Instagram
• Follow Art2Life on Instagram
• Subscribe on Youtube

Subscribe to Art2Life on
Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts

https://Art2Life.com - Caroline Millar was creatively blocked for a long time. She loved art as a child but had a terrible experience with an art teacher when she was 16. Because of it, she stopped painting for 25 years. She went through a difficult time where everything creative disappeared from her life. 

Five years ago, Caroline joined our Creative Visionary Program. She embarked on a journey of self-discovery and artistic exploration. Caroline experienced a profound shift in her perspective and her life and work were transformed. 

Caroline now helps other artists navigate their creative journeys, drawing on her own experiences to provide empathy, support, and guidance. Her approach is rooted in understanding and compassion, empowering artists to overcome self-doubt and embrace their unique artistic voices.

In this conversation, we cover her extraordinary journey back to her art. Let her story inspire you to dig deeper and reconnect with your creative self. Because art is transformative and endless possibilities come when we embrace our creativity.

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LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN…

Join the Art of Your Life FREE Workshop [1:36] 

Learn more about Caroline Millar [2:26] 

Why Caroline went into hibernation [7:34]

Caroline’s experience with Art2Life [9:35]

How Caroline learned to say “yes” [13:44]

Caroline shares about her art [16:28]

How Caroline guides artists [20:56] 

Caroline’s unique gift of empowering others [24:36]

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

The Creative Visionary Program is open for enrollment! https://www.artlifecvp.com/

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CONNECT WITH CAROLINE MILLAR

Caroline Millar Art: https://www.carolinemillar.com/

Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolinemillarart/

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CONNECT WITH NICHOLAS WILTON AND ART2LIFE:

Get the Free COLOR TIPS PDF: https://workshop.art2life.com/color-tips-pdf-podcasts/ 

Follow the Sunday Art2Life Vlog: https://art2life.lpages.co/sign-up-for-the-a2l-vlog/ 

Follow Nicholas Wilton's Art on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholaswilton/ 

Follow Art2Life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/art2life_world/?hl=en 

Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Art2Life

https://Art2Life.com - Austyn has completed art residencies all over the world. She landed in a residency at the Mendocino Art Center right before Covid hit. Before Covid, the majority of her work was black and white and ornate. She’d sculpt solid and draw with an ebony pencil on the surface. 

Her time in Mendocino allowed her to crystalize what she wanted her art to convey. She shifted toward bright dominant colors and hasn’t looked back. In this conversation, Austyn shares how her global experiences have helped her channel her art, what her creative process looks like, and what she hopes to accomplish in the future.

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LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN…

How Covid transformed Austyn’s work [3:35] 

Austyn’s creative process [9:29]

What’s influenced Austyn’s work [20:10] 

What’s on the horizon for Austyn [24:40] 

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

The Art of Your Life Free Workshop: https://a2lworkshop.com/5-days-workshop/

Determined: A Science of Life without Free Will: https://www.amazon.com/Determined-Science-Life-without-Free/dp/0525560971

Austyn’s show at the COVA Gallery in the Netherlands: https://www.instagram.com/covagallery/

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CONNECT WITH AUSTYN TAYLOR

Austyn’s website: http://www.austyntaylor.com/

See Austyn’s sculptures on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austynaustynaustyn/

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CONNECT WITH NICHOLAS WILTON AND ART2LIFE:

Get the Free COLOR TIPS PDF: https://workshop.art2life.com/color-tips-pdf-podcasts/ 

Follow the Sunday Art2Life Vlog: https://art2life.lpages.co/sign-up-for-the-a2l-vlog/ 

Follow Nicholas Wilton's Art on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholaswilton/ 

Follow Art2Life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/art2life_world/?hl=en 

Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Art2Life

https://Art2Life.com - Do you feel like every waking moment has to be dedicated to your art or thinking about your art? When you finally have the time to create, are you already exhausted? When I’m talking about balance, I’m talking about setting up your energy. You have to curate your life so that you’re energized when it’s time to create. In this episode of the Art2Life Podcast, I share 10 ways I strive to balance my life and my art. 

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LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN…

Establish a schedule [2:44]

Define boundaries [5:12] 

Prioritize self-care [7:48] 

Let planning be a creative exercise [10:49] 

Learn to say “no” to say “yes” [14:03] 

Delegate work to free up your time [16:03] 

Created a dedicated workspace [18:34] 

Practice mindfulness [22:12] 

Regularly assess and adjust [26:30] 

Focus on non-artistic endeavors [27:32] 

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

The Art of Your Life Free Workshop: https://a2lworkshop.com/5-days-workshop/

Buy Back Your Time: https://www.amazon.com/Buy-Back-Your-Time-Unstuck-ebook/dp/B09Y55GLXJ

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CONNECT WITH NICHOLAS WILTON AND ART2LIFE:

Get the Free COLOR TIPS PDF: https://workshop.art2life.com/color-tips-pdf-podcasts/ 

Follow the Sunday Art2Life Vlog: https://art2life.lpages.co/sign-up-for-the-a2l-vlog/ 

Follow Nicholas Wilton's Art on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholaswilton/ 

Follow Art2Life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/art2life_world/?hl=en 

Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Art2Life

https://Art2Life.com - An art exhibition may be one of the most challenging things you ever do—yet entirely worth the effort. I used to be anxious about completing exhibitions on time. The thought of having to create a body of work on a timeframe can be debilitating. So why put yourself through the process? Is it worth the depth of emotions you’ll experience? I share why setting a date and embracing the uncertainty is transformative in this episode of the Art2Life Podcast. 

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LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN…

[4:12] Why exhibitions are hard 

[14:11] The power of uncertainty 

[20:23] The creative process 

[28:06] The process of growth 

[32:46] Shifting your mindset 

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RESOURCES MENTIONED 

Joe Dispenza’s Retreats: https://drjoedispenza.com/retreats

Lotus Dog Food: https://www.lotuspetfoods.com/

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CONNECT WITH NICHOLAS WILTON AND ART2LIFE:

Get the Free COLOR TIPS PDF: https://workshop.art2life.com/color-tips-pdf-podcasts/ 

Follow the Sunday Art2Life Vlog: https://art2life.lpages.co/sign-up-for-the-a2l-vlog/ 

Follow Nicholas Wilton's Art on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholaswilton/ 

Follow Art2Life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/art2life_world/?hl=en 

Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Art2Life 

 

#Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary

https://Art2Life.com - Jon Ritt is a close friend, artist, designer, and next-level storyteller who helps brands identify their core principles and brings them to life. Jon takes the fundamentals he learned as a painter and applies them to how he works as a designer. He helps brands sculpt their identity in visual form. 

In this conversation, we dive into gaining clarity around your “why,” why knowing yourself is the most important first step in creative endeavors, and how branding is your company’s identity. Your perspective on branding will never be the same. 

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LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN…

Jon shares his love for art and design [2:56]

How Jon helps brands sculpt their identity in visual form [15:09] 

Breadcrumbs: Gaining clarity around your “why” [19:40] 

Is honing in on your style what matters? [32:20]

A conversation on Tesla design; brand equity [40:36] 

How Jon shifts perspectives about branding [43:35] 

What Jon does that contributes to his purpose [50:57] 

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

The Art of Your Life Free Workshop: https://a2lworkshop.com/5-days-workshop/

Unconscious Branding by Douglas van Praet: https://www.amazon.com/Unconscious-Branding-Neuroscience-Empower-Marketing/dp/1137278927 

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CONNECT WITH JON RITT

Jon Ritt Design Co.: https://www.jonritt.com/

Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-ritt-25078829/

Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonritt/

https://Art2Life.com - As a brand strategist, Bonnie Wan’s job is to make meaning from messiness. A great brand can distill their purpose into 1–3 words to create a clear focal point from which they can create, innovate, and make decisions. Most of us don’t realize that we can do that in our own lives. 

The Life Brief is the essential playbook to unlock what you want in life. It’s a three-step tool to help you realign your path with your dreams personally, professionally, culturally, and spiritually. To create a life that is wholly your own. Join us as we dive into getting messy, gaining clarity, and taking action. 

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LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN…

Learn more about Bonnie Wan and her role as a Brand Strategist [1:53]

Why Bonnie wrote her book, “The Life Brief” [8:09] 

You have to get messy to gain clarity to take action [13:20] 

How intuition is involved in the process [16:56] 

What do I really want but I’m afraid to admit? [20:05] 

How to gain clarity about what’s sacred to you [29:37] 

Concisely expressing your non-negotiables [35:09] 

The unfolding: Putting clarity into motion [40:40] 

Shifting from what we want to how we want [46:36] 

What Bonnie learned from writing her book [50:32] 

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

Bonnie’s book: The Life Brief

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The Life Brief

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https://Art2Life.com - Have you ever chosen a single word to orient your entire year? I’ve made a practice of it, and on this episode, I’m going to show you just how beneficial this is! Join me as I dive into the importance of choosing a word, how to do so, and how it relates to the five essential human needs of the Art2Life matrix.

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How to find YOUR word using the five essential needs [2:10]

Using connection and health to shape your vision [10:53]

Choosing creativity and exploration in the magical and the mundane [15:53]

The power of intuition in art-making [21:06]

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https://Art2Life.com - Promoting your work can feel like a terrifying task for many artists. But with the right mindset, promotion can feel like another extension of your creativity. Join me as I dive into the proper way to frame promotion as an artist, the difficult necessity of galleries, the problem with over-polishing your work, and critical steps for building an audience for your creations.

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The currency and payoff of art-making  [2:30]

Unpacking the difficulty of getting into galleries [8:01]

The problem with over-polishing your work [11:51]

The art of building an audience [16:59]

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https://Art2Life.com - As artists return to their studios after a winter holiday hiatus, many of us are experiencing the familiar struggle to drop back into our art after a break. Taking even the smallest pause can sometimes make us feel like a stranger in our studio. Join me as I tackle the three biggest challenges to reconnecting with your work after a break and how to overcome them to get the creative fires stoked again.

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Three reasons we feel disconnection after coming back to our art [1:22]

Overcoming the disconnect and dropping back into our art [10:13]

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https://Art2Life.com - Are you looking to take your art to the next level in 2024? Do you know the steps needed to make that happen? On this episode, I'll unpack the three biggest obstacles to going big with your art. Join me as we examine why confidence is the key to scaling up, the problem with thinking too small, and the importance of knowing why we make art in the first place.

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Why confidence is the key to scaling up [2:13]

How to stop thinking too small [11:18]

Finding your why and engaging your purpose [18:59]

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

10x Is Easier Than 2x: How World-Class Entrepreneurs Achieve More by Doing Less (Book): https://www.amazon.com/10x-Easier-Than-World-Class-Entrepreneurs-ebook/dp/B0BGK74SR5 

Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action (Book): https://www.amazon.com/Start-Why-Leaders-Inspire-Everyone/dp/1591846447 

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https://Art2Life.com - So much of annual planning has to do with all the things we want to accomplish in 365 days. But what if we started our planning process with the question: How do I want to feel in 2024? Join me as I discuss a few different approaches to planning and prioritizing your year to make it the best one yet.

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Allowing the seasons to complement your life and art practice [2:19]

Becoming the curator of your life [12:16]

Staying present in our priorities [15:24]

Gathering the five ingredients for a perfect day [24:36]

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https://Art2Life.com - It’s amazing what we can create when we do so from a place of pure authenticity. Art-making is a journey to discover yourself, and our work is the artifacts we collect along the way. But what if your art isn’t a canvas, but a place? Meet Sajeela de la Borbolla, founder and healing instructor at the Haramara Retreat located in beautiful Sayulita, Mexico. Her personal journey has led her to create, in conjunction with her team, a beautiful haven for guests to connect with nature and themselves. Join us as we get to know Sajeela, her journey with Haramara, and how finding her way has helped so many find theirs.

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Getting to know Sajeela and the inspiration behind the Haramara Retreat [2:07]

Allowing beauty to lead you back to yourself [12:09]

How Sajeela’s vision came together logistically and energetically [19:43]

Exploring the feminine energy and subconscious impact of Sajeela’s property [29:38]

Preserving Haramara for generations to come [35:45]

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Haramara Retreat: https://haramararetreat.com/?v=6cbcb1763be6 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haramarasayulita?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== 

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https://Art2Life.com - In what may be the final installment of making a painting for my daughter’s birthday, we’re going to be talking about finishing. Or at least, what the beginning stages of that process look like. Join me as I talk about the delicate balance of refinement and letting go, knowing when we need perspective, and holding an idea for a painting while remaining authentic to ourselves and the process.

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Crafting the delicate balance between refinement and letting go when finishing [1:56]

Holding an idea for a painting while staying authentic [12:59]

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https://Art2Life.com - As artists, it’s so important that our work continually moves towards authenticity. The more personal our work becomes, the more universal and accessible it becomes for everyone else. Join me as I discuss five reasons why this occurs and how you can take your artwork to the next level through authenticity.

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Considering what your work does for others  [2:51]

The impact of emotional resonance in art  [8:39]

Incorporating archetypes and storytelling into your work [14:27]

Humanizing the experience of art-making [21:59]

The power of your perspective [27:49]

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https://Art2Life.com - Nino Yuniardi started painting when he was 14 to relieve stress. When he creates his art, he takes things and imbues them with new meaning. That’s why his art is fun, playful, and full of vibrant colors. It’s light-hearted because it’s focused on healing. 

He pays attention to his energy. If he’s not feeling it, he walks away and comes back the next day. He emphasizes that you need to build consistency. Allow yourself time and space to play around with your work and move toward what lights you up. In this conversation, Nino shares his story, his process and how he builds art into his everyday life in a fulfilling way.

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[2:51] Learn more about Nino Yuniardi 

[9:08] Why art is therapeutic 

[17:20] Building momentum as an artist 

[22:45] Growing up in Indonesia

[34:24] Experiencing food as art 

[38:14] Growing up in Indonesia 

[42:45] Nino’s studio and gallery 

[47:05] How Nino finds inspiration

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

Posca Paint Pens: https://poscausa.com/

LUKAS Cryl Liquid Paint: https://www.lukas.eu/art-paint/cryl-liquid-acrylic-paint/

Nino’s art at Art & Light Gallery: https://artandlightgallery.com/artist/nino-yuniardi

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CONNECT WITH NINO YUNIARDI

Nino’s art: https://nino.studio/ 

Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ninoyuniardi/

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https://Art2Life.com - Now that our 54 by 60-inch canvas is no longer white, it’s time to take a second pass at it! Join me for Part 2 of the journey to create a birthday painting for my daughter. We’ll talk about freedom, working on commissioned pieces, the power of contrast and change, staying instinctual, and using all of your resources to create something truly unique. You don’t want to miss it! 

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I started…now what? [2:51]

Embracing play, freedom, and contrast [8:04]

Activating your work through change for greater creativity [17:29]

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https://Art2Life.com - After putting it off for a few years, I am finally starting the painting I promised my daughter and giving it to her for her 30th birthday. So I thought it would be fun to take you on the journey with me! Join me as we dive into a real-world example of how you start a painting and keep it your own when it’s meant for someone else.

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Starting a painting, acrylic techniques, and staying loose [2:48]

Keeping your art from becoming a beautiful distraction before it’s finished [14:06]

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https://Art2Life.com - Where does vulnerability fit into your art practice? Is it something you embrace or avoid altogether? Embracing vulnerability is the key to creating authentic and powerful artwork. It’s also how we grow, not only as artists but as human beings too. Join me as I discuss the necessity of vulnerability, how it impacts our work, and how leaning into it can be a powerful catalyst for our life and art.

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A story of vulnerability [2:05]

Our need for vulnerability as artists [10:38]

Embracing vulnerability in art-making [18:54]

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

Daring Greatly (Book): https://www.amazon.com/Daring-Greatly-Courage-Vulnerable-Transforms/dp/1592408419 m

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https://Art2Life.com - After wrapping up two phenomenal Art2Life Destination Workshops, it’s time to dive into my three big takeaways from these creative encounters. Specifically, we’re going to look at the three biggest challenges that came up for our participants. Join me as I share my thoughts around letting go and embracing differences, improving your proportions to improve your work, and breaking out of the need to be practical in your art practice.

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Learning to let go and embrace differences [2:54]

The power of proportions [13:30]

Breaking out of practicality [21:22]

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

Learn more about future Art2Life Destination Workshops: https://www.art2life.com/upcoming-workshops/

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https://Art2Life.com - Where are you going next? If you could believe in any outcome for your life and art, what would it be? I’m coming to you directly from Mallorca, Spain where another Art2Life Destination Workshop is underway. These questions are just a taste of the conversations we’re having in this workshop, but they are crucial for getting clarity around what is possible for your art practice. Join me as we look at how vision, authenticity, and energy shape our creative path and help unlock our potential.

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The challenge of belief [2:14]

The anatomy of belief and the power of vision [7:09]

Using authenticity to unleash your creativity [13:44]

The vital connection between energy and art [20:29]

Why belief changes everything [32:31]

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

Learn more about the Creative Visionary Program: https://www.art2life.com/about-cvp/

Learn more about future Art2Life Destination Workshops: https://www.art2life.com/upcoming-workshops/

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https://Art2Life.com - Do you have hang-ups around sharing your artwork? Where can we find the confidence to put ourselves out there? These are exactly the kind of questions we’re digging into with our Art2Life workshop participants here in Morocco. And for this episode, I’m hanging poolside with a few of our fantastic artists to answer questions about sharing our work, promoting ourselves authentically, freeing our minds from limits, and embracing our individual artistic journeys. You don’t want to miss it!

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Promoting your work and getting it out into the world  [2:13]

Sharing your work during the process [8:37]

Reconciling the audience’s interpretation of your work with your own [11:24]

Freeing your mind from design limits [14:54]

Helping others embrace our creative journey [18:03]

Authenticity, vulnerability, and strategies for posting viral content [22:22]

Persevering through the fear of sharing your work [27:34]

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FEATURED ARTISTS

Kate Rhodes - https://www.instagram.com/katerhodes.art/ 

Karin Holmström - https://www.instagram.com/karinholmstromart/ 

Patricia Hunter McGrath - http://patriciahuntermcgrath.squarespace.com/  

Vickie Becker - https://www.instagram.com/fissface/?hl=en  

Mavis Brake - https://www.instagram.com/mavisbrakeart/  

Natasha Davis-Skjøth - https://www.instagram.com/natashalisbethart 

Patty Marcus - https://www.instagram.com/pattymarcusart/ 

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https://Art2Life.com - The stigma of the starving artist has done no favors for our mindsets around money. The truth is, there is nothing but money in art! On this episode, I’m taking a deep dive into how we view finances in the context of our art practice and how reframing our perspectives around money and art can radically change our businesses and lives.

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Growing up with a healthy view of art and money [3:24]

Redefining the meaning of money and art [9:00]

Understanding the shadowy side of money [14:09]

Three mindset shifts for shaping healthy ideas about money [17:59]

Practical advice for the financial side of your art business [28:55]

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

The Luxury of Soul – Meryanne Loum-Martin – Ep. 58: https://www.art2life.com/2022/11/30/the-luxury-of-soul-meryanne-loum-martin-ep-58/ 

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https://Art2Life.com - Do you ever feel like you've hit a creativity wall? What if there was a way to optimize ourselves for more creative potential? I am absolutely thrilled to have my friend and an esteemed author, Dawson Church, Ph.D., joining us for this episode. Not only is he a prolific writer, but he's a dedicated scientist and a healing researcher. Dawson is also the visionary founder of the National Institute for Integrative Health Care, an organization dedicated to exploring and implementing evidence-based psychological and medical techniques. 

In this conversation, we delve into a wide range of topics, from eco-meditation to EFT tapping and the intriguing concept of spiritual intelligence, as well as his latest book, "Bliss Brain: The Neuroscience of Remodeling Your Brain for Resilience, Creativity, and Joy." Prepare to learn new ways of sculpting your creative brain as we embark on this enlightening journey!

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Understanding neuroscience and the awakened mind pattern [1:57]

The link between meditation, creativity, energy, and synchronicity [10:36]

Eco meditation’s effect on brain function and well-being [22:41]

The story behind Bliss Brain and navigating energy sensitivity [31:03]

The impact of novelty on flow and creativity [40:35] 

The power of EFT tapping [46:48]

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

Bliss Brain (Book): https://blissbrainbook.com/ 

Mind to Matter (Book): https://mindtomatter.com/  

Dawson’s FREE GIFT: dawsongift.com    

Your Brain on Art – Ivy Ross and Susan Magsamen – Ep 74: https://www.art2life.com/2023/03/22/your-brain-on-art-ivy-ross-and-susan-magsamen-ep-74/ 

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CONNECT WITH DAWSON CHURCH

Website: https://dawsonchurch.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawson.church.3/?hl=en

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@EftuniverseEFT 

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https://Art2Life.com - Are you an artist who struggles with the business side of your art practice? Well, have I got an episode for you. Please welcome back my friend and multi-talented entrepreneur and artist, Bonnie Christine! She is a powerhouse of creativity, offering incredible resources like her eight-week course, The Immersion, which equips aspiring artists with the tools and knowledge to not only start but thrive in the world of surface design. But beyond all these impressive achievements, Bonnie is a genuine source of inspiration for me and hopefully for you as well. 

Today, we're delving into the world of art and entrepreneurship. A topic we don't often explore but believe is a crucial puzzle piece for any art practice. What if we stopped looking at the business side of our art as a chore, and started seeing it as an extension of our creativity and vision? Hit play and find out!

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Getting to know Bonnie Christine and the ins and outs of surface design [2:15]

Entrepreneurship and thinking of your work as a solution to a problem [8:01]

Marrying the worlds of business and art [18:30]

Risk, teamwork, and becoming qualified as you go [30:41]

Operating in your zone of genius to have the life and business you want [38:05]

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RESOURCES MENTIONED 

Art, Life, and Design – Bonnie Christine – Ep 22: https://www.art2life.com/2022/03/23/art-life-and-design-bonnie-christine-ep-22/ 

Buy Back Your Time (Book): https://www.amazon.com/Buy-Back-Your-Time-Unstuck/dp/059342297X/ref=sr_1_1?hvadid=616186041805&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9029023&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=6198429508264444296&hvtargid=kwd-1570478993935&hydadcr=6836_13185519&keywords=buy+back+your+time&qid=1696528388&sr=8-1 

Immersion Live Conference: https://www.bonniechristine.com/a/2147647848/TmxtnPZi 

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CONNECT WITH BONNIE CHRISTINE

Website: https://www.bonniechristine.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonniechristine/?hl=en

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/designwithbonniechristine/ 

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@bonnie_christine 

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https://Art2Life.com - There’s nothing like some time away from your art practice to build excitement for the creative road ahead. I recently took a backpacking trip with my daughters through the Maroon Bells, which is situated in the Elk Mountains of Colorado. Aside from an incredible time of connection with my family, it was also a great time to reflect on art, creativity, and the struggles we collectively share as artists. From my own personal challenges to the voice submissions we get on the website, I’m using this episode to share some timely thoughts about navigating the creative journey. Join me as I riff on humility, community, and healthy mindsets that positively impact your art and life.

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The beauty of talent, creativity, and humility [3:20]

Using community for self and artistic reflection [12:28]

Thinking about art versus making art [18:53]

Focusing on the experience instead of outcomes [23:23]

Why progress gives perspective [33:26]

Going at YOUR pace [39:36]

Making art with your mind, body, and soul [41:32] 

Finding ourselves and our art through play [47:22]

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https://Art2Life.com - As an artist, the thought of not knowing what comes next is bothersome. But “not knowing” is often necessary. Sometimes we have to spend time pondering what’s next.

We need to give ourselves space and time to sit with the discomfort of uncertainty. We have to get comfortable with the phenomenon of doing and not knowing. 

I’m painting right now. I’m doing one thing at a time, uncertain what I will do next. I’m simply being present with what I’m making. 

In this episode of the Art2Life Podcast, I explore finding clarity by sitting in a place of not knowing. Join me on the journey of not knowing. 

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[1:33] The idea that clarity comes from not knowing 

[11:35] Knowing everything will eventually come together 

[14:11] Understanding the fundamentals as your foundation 

[15:57] Embracing vulnerability in your art 

[21:20] Sharing your ideas to bring them to life 

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

Adam Wolpert’s Art: http://www.adamwolpert.com/

Your Brain on Art: How the Arts Transform Us: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Brain-Art-Arts-Transform/dp/0593449231/

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#Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary

Contrasts are interesting by virtue of what they are. They make art intriguing and exciting both to the artist and those who enjoy their work. Carl Heyward is a contemporary artist whose work is a powerful example of how the juxtaposition of ideas, colors, and even mediums can create a moving and powerful experience. His work centers around ideas of fragmentation, disparity, and collaboration, and the surprising part is that his art flows out of his process. He says that “In my case, the whole enterprise is questioned upon each studio session as an existential tightrope walk above an abyss.” It’s this process, an instinct you might call it, that enables him to produce harmonious but contrasting themes that are highly expressive. 

At the time of this recording Carl was quite mindful of the stage of life he’s in. He sees himself being in his last phase of life and is therefore asking “What do I want to leave?” As we explore his approach to art, his creation of the Global Art Project, and his reflections on his current work, you’ll see how Carl himself is a focal point of contrasts, community, and collaboration.

Listen if you are interested in...

• Getting to know Carl Heyward and his work [1:45]

• Mindsets that guide Carl’s instruction and workshops [18:12]

• The influence and collaboration Carl enjoys with his wife, Akiko [25:35]

• Background and history on the Global Art Project [32:18]

• Current projects Carl is working on and the what has captured his attention lately [44:51]
  

Shared aspects of human existence saturate Carl’s approach to his work and teaching

In a cultural milieu where the differences between people seem to be given far too much air time, Carl’s perspective on life and art is refreshing. He says, “Give me a lot of differences and I’ll find a commonality… give me anything and I can find a relationship between them. I can juxtapose or connect how objects relate to each other.” This is not only true of Carl when it comes to his art, but also when it comes to relationships between people.

In his role as a teacher, Carl recognizes that because of the differences between people, there are different ways to guide his students into clarity. What he says to prompt their thinking in a particular direction may be intended one way but interpreted entirely differently. He’s learned to be OK with that, to actually allow that different interpretation to guide the process for that student. Their individuality and perspective often surprise him and lead to good outcomes. For this reason, no workshop is ever the same. This variety, which comes from the unique perspective of each individual, enables Carl to be more excited with what he’s doing. 

Repetition, trust, and integrity as a teacher and artist

As Carl works with students, he finds himself saying the same important things over and over. While the following are not quite “matras,” they are foundational aspects of art making that he thinks serve as important guides to his instruction.

The first of these has to do with repetition. Carl recognizes from his own experience that repetition of anything has the potential to become restrictive, creating artificial boundaries or “prison bars” around the creator and their work. But there is a kind of repetition that is helpful, repetition that forms into a healthy habit that advances an artist’s work and skill. Carl believes that as an instructor, the need to clearly distinguish between those two things falls on his shoulders. He must help his students understand the difference and adopt the habits that will serve their craft rather than enslave it.

A second oft-repeated phrase Carl finds himself saying is, “Trust yourself.” All artists, but particularly those who are just starting out are often overly critical of their work. Carl says that these new students aren’t yet able to understand that the development of truly good art and the frameworks and skills that produce it is a process that grows over time. He tries to kindly but clearly point out the self-deprecating commentary made by students and explain why it isn’t helpful.

And when it comes to both repetition and trust, it’s important to Carl that he not only teaches these things to his students, but that he is practicing them himself as he continues to create. He doesn’t want to be one who preaches things that he doesn’t practice himself.  

This history and purpose of the Global Art Project

The Global Art Project grew out of another project that Carl initiated years ago. That initial project was called the “Knee Jerk Fragmentation Project.” That project involved 500 artists and 3000 pieces of art were produced. It was a one for one 5 x 7 postcard exchange between artists. Each artist would receive a piece from another artist, then add to it with their own creative work.

This led to the Global Art Project using a curated frag collection provided by members of the project. Behind this iteration project is the conscious awareness that artists often have leftover fragments of their work, things they don’t want to use or that they consider a failure. Carl realized that these “frags” could be a valuable art piece for someone else, spurring their interest or stirring up their creativity. The GAP is running on its own now, including 80 members and spanning 17 countries. It’s been a wonderful journey that addresses the high and low of what art can be. It intentionally provides collaborative aspects to artmaking and includes what Carl refers to as “the gallery museum elements, the intellectual elements, the fun elements, and the surprise elements of what art can be.” Listen to hear more about the GAP and how you can get involved.

Resources & People Mentioned

• The Global Art Project: https://globartproject.wixsite.com/globalartproject-art 

Connect with Carl Heyward

• Carl’s website: https://www.carlheywardarts.com/ 

• Carl’s Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/carlheyward 

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https://Art2Life.com - I cannot believe the 100th Episode of the Art2Life podcast is finally here! When I started this thing a little over two years ago, I didn’t really know what it would be about. But as we’ve taken this journey together, the theme of finding your way as you go has become central to not only this show but Art2Life as a whole. So I thought it would be fun to take a trip down memory lane with my good friend James Higgins. James is a yoga instructor and spiritual guide for many while also being an artist, visionary, and world traveler. Join us as we look back at the last 100 episodes with clips and conversations designed to inspire you along your personal art journey.

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Embracing the struggle and going all in on your art practice [3:38]

Creating the space to figure yourself out [11:22]

Finding our way back from the shadow realm [16:05]

The correlation between freedom and self-expression [20:59]

Tackling comparison and knowing when to move on [28:26]

Becoming the best version of yourself [34:47]

The reciprocal nature of the art-making process [42:16]

Getting out of the messy middle [47:34]

Bringing it back to our childlike essence and developing a quality “come from” [50:32]

Announcing the contest winner [1:01:01]

Creating confidence and final thoughts [1:03:59]

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

Finding Your Way As You Go - Nicholas Wilton - Ep 1:

https://www.art2life.com/2021/11/10/finding-your-way-as-you-go-ep-1/ 

Live Like an Artist - Austin Kleon - Ep 3: https://www.art2life.com/2021/11/10/live-like-an-artist-with-austin-kleon-ep-3/ 

How Breakthroughs Occur – Marjorie Thompson – Ep 13: https://www.art2life.com/2022/01/19/how-breakthroughs-occur-marjorie-thompson-ep-13/ 

How I Do This – Robert Szot – Ep 14: https://www.art2life.com/2022/01/26/how-i-do-this-robert-szot-ep-14/ 

Finding Your Style – Nicholas Wilton – Ep 34: https://www.art2life.com/2022/06/15/finding-your-style-nicholas-wilton-ep-34/ 

Don’t Be a Baby and Keep Making Your Art – Jerry Saltz – Ep 54: https://www.art2life.com/2022/11/02/dont-be-a-baby-and-keep-making-your-art-jerry-saltz-ep-54/ 

Your Brain on Art – Ivy Ross and Susan Magsamen – Ep 74: https://www.art2life.com/2023/03/22/your-brain-on-art-ivy-ross-and-susan-magsamen-ep-74/ 

Becoming More Alive – Brandi Stanley – Ep 36: https://www.art2life.com/2022/06/29/becoming-more-alive-brandi-stanely-ep-36/ 

Life to Art – Nicholas Wilton – Ep 90: https://www.art2life.com/2023/07/12/life-to-art-nicholas-wilton-ep-90/ 

How to Move Towards Authenticity – Rick Scott – Ep 80: https://www.art2life.com/2023/05/03/how-to-move-towards-authenticity-rick-scott-ep-80/ 

How to Create Confidence – Susie Moore – Ep 72: https://www.art2life.com/2023/03/08/how-to-create-confidence-susie-moore-ep-72/ 

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CONNECT WITH JAMES HIGGINS

Website: https://jameshigginsyoga.com/ 

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/James-Higgins-Yoga-and-Meditation-100063630728421/ 

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https://Art2Life.com - A big theme that comes up frequently for the artists I work with is the idea of believing in yourself. Specifically, believing in yourself when others don’t. It’s completely understandable to care about what others think. Human beings are hardwired for community, after all. However, we can’t let someone else’s negative take keep us from the life we’re supposed to live and the art we’re supposed to make. Join me as I share a handful of thoughts to help you rise above the unbelief of others and overcome paralyzing fear in your art practice.

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The universal experience of rejection [2:16]

Putting ALL of yourself on the canvas [8:22]

How to bring depth to your work [11:28]

Seizing the opportunity of vulnerability [20:30]

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https://Art2Life.com - There is something so powerful about disruption. Challenging the status quo is a message in and of itself, but when you apply that to art…it simply transcends. Meet author, artist, and disruption curator John Seed. John has written two books on disruption, with the second book chronicling an entire movement happening in the art world right now. Join us for a conversation about John’s life and career, disruptive realism, creative advice, and a sneak peek into the artists John profiled for his upcoming book.

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Getting to know John Seed and how he brought his books to life [1:52]

Exploring John’s writing journey from unpaid blogger to author [11:36]

Understanding disrupted realism and bringing focus to a distracted society [17:29]

Diving into John’s new book [25:59]

John’s advice for those on the creative path [31:40]

A sneak peek at the artists featured in John’s work [42:05]

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

Jenny Saville (Artist): https://www.instagram.com/jenny_saville_art/ 

Gerhard Richter (Artist): https://gerhard-richter.com/en/art 

Marcus Jansen (Artist): https://www.marcusjansen.com/ 

Justin Mortimer (Artist): http://justinmortimer.co.uk/ 

Joseph Lee (Artist): https://www.josephleeart.com/ 

Katherine Lau (Artist): https://katherinelevinlau.com/ 

Anthony Peyton Young (Artist): https://www.bemiscenter.org/residents/anthony-peyton-young 

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CONNECT WITH JOHN SEED

Website: www.johnseed.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnalbertseed/?hl=en 

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https://Art2Life.com - Have you ever been scrolling through Instagram and some high-quality content catches your eye? Well, that’s exactly how I found the incredible Adrien Anne. Adrien is a pro skater turned travel content creator with a large online following. His gorgeous pictures and videos truly capture the essence of what it’s like to visit the destinations he showcases. Join us for a conversation about freedom, creativity, working with your partner, and the ins and outs of social media content creation.

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Getting to know Adriene Anne and the exciting travel content he creates [2:29]

The story of Adrien and Rita and how they’ve worked together to build a large Instagram presence [8:15]

Adrien’s favorite destinations [19:16]

Adrien’s tips for social media content creation and pivotal aha moments from his journey [23:43]

Exploring Adrien’s career as a pro skater [30:31]

Unpacking the road ahead for Adrien [36:08]

Additional content creation tips [43:59]

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CONNECT WITH ADRIEN ANNE:

Adrien’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travelwithadrien/

Rita’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reepetite/

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https://Art2Life.com - It’s time for another Q&A session with the Art2Life community! Today, we’re diving into a plethora of artist questions that I think will help all of us reach our creative potential. Join me as we discuss starting, freedom, creating a new body of work, tips for art materials, gaining brand clarity, and the art of doing hard things.

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Using enough paint [1:33]

Doubling down on freedom [5:36]

What’s your batting average? [8:28]

Advice for creating a body of work [13:39]

Using water with acrylic paint [17:41]

What finishing materials do you use on your paintings? [20:52]

Gaining clarity on your brand as an artist [24:03]

Putting yourself into the work [31:14]

Using oil paint on unfinished linen [40:00]

The art of doing hard things [41:30]

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https://Art2Life.com - How do you handle mistakes? Early in my art career, I avoided mistakes at all costs. But now they are easily the most interesting part of my work. On this episode, I’m diving into all things mistakes! Join me as I explore different kinds of mistakes, the fear around them, and how to leverage your mistakes for creative success.

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Unpacking the problem with mistakes [2:00]

Exploring different kinds of mistakes [5:39]

Why the fear around mistakes is worse than any error [10:29]

Leveraging mistakes for creative success [16:08]

Special 100th Episode announcement [29:31]

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https://Art2Life.com - Do you feel freedom when you make art? Is the process life-giving or life-draining? A big part of ease in art-making has to do with how we think about it. It’s not hard to get so bogged down by our own thoughts that we lose objectivity. Today’s episode continues a conversation I’ve had for 25 years with my dear friend Steve Lomprey. He’s a multimedia artist whose mediums include painting, videography, and music. Join us for an encouraging discussion about humanity, freedom, and taking a 40,000-foot view of life and art.

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Getting to know Steve Lomprey and the freedom to create  [3:03]

Painting as the language of the unseen and unsaid [11:58]

The birth of Real Fictions and embracing a human identity [20:51]

The power of play and giving yourself space [31:32]

A new way to be human [34:57]

Steve’s upcoming projects [46:51]

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CONNECT WITH STEVE LOMPREY

Website: https://www.stevelomprey.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevelomprey/?hl=en 

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https://Art2Life.com - When was the last time walking into your studio felt like an adventure? Are you busy charting unknown territories in the land of creativity? Or are you trudging the same old paths on your canvas, hoping a breakthrough magically appears? Meet David duChemin! He’s a ​​world and humanitarian assignment photographer, best-selling author, digital publisher, podcaster, and international workshop leader. His breathtaking photos make you feel like you’re actually hanging out in the forest with wild bears, but it’s not just because he’s an incredible photographer. It’s something deeper. Join us for an engaging conversation around adventure, creativity, challenge, and growth that I trust will inspire you wherever you are on the art-making journey.

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LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN…

Understanding the relationship between creativity, adventure, and risk [1:41]

David’s life and death experiences [10:20]

David’s “come from” and the power of experience [15:08]

The wonderful world of difference and juxtaposition [23:37]

The synergy of challenge and flow [30:23]

How writing and photography fuel David’s creative growth [41:14]

The road ahead for David [48:38]

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi (Author): https://www.cgu.edu/people/mihaly-csikszentmihalyi/ 

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CONNECT WITH DAVID DUCHEMIN

Website: https://davidduchemin.com 

Podcast: https://www.abeautifulanarchy.com 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidduchemin 

Books and eBooks: https://craftandvision.com/collections/all   

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https://Art2Life.com - Has anyone else been craving rest lately? Or perhaps you’ve been burnt out for so long that the idea of rest feels like a foreign concept. If any of that describes you, don’t miss this episode! Join me as I share why rest is such an essential part of creativity, the power of pausing our art practice, and how real progress is made away from your art studio. 

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LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN…

Learning the art of rest through sleep [1:30]

The power of a pause [9:57]

Why real progress is made in the absence of activity [16:10]

Why presence and rest go hand-in-hand [19:21]

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

Merlin Bird ID: https://merlin.allaboutbirds.org/  

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https://Art2Life.com - Rukmini Poddar is an artist, educator, and designer. Her creative passion lies at the intersection of emotional wellness and creative storytelling. She is an artist who draws feelings. 

She admits that stumbled into art. It wasn’t a planned career path. When Rukmini graduated college, she was burnt out. As a graphic designer, she spent much of her time on the computer. She wanted to get her hands dirty, so she dove into the 100-Day Project. She started playing with watercolors and made abstract doodles. She started drawing her feelings to express her creativity.

She’d post them on Instagram. Before she knew it, it became the anchor for her day. By the end of the 100 days, her life was changed. People would comment and say, “I’ve always felt this way and I’ve never had words for it.” Something extremely personal to her became universal. She found a community that resonated with her work. It became her guiding light. 

Drawing her feelings led to a passion for art she never knew existed. She shares more about her journey to finding herself and helping others connect with their emotions in this wonderful conversation. 

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LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN…

[2:22] Learn more about Rukmini Poddar 

[8:00] Drawing your feelings together 

[9:59] The magical process of art-making 

[13:14] Rukmini’s family’s perspective on her art 

[16:23] Rukmini’s career in graphic design 

[23:00] Rukmini’s art-making process 

[25:40] Sign up for an Art2Life retreat 

[26:51] Making the invisible visible 

[29:49] From group classes to writing a book 

[33:50] Helping others unlock their emotions 

[39:57] Why Rukmini is passionate about her work 

[42:31] How life is a series of differences 

[47:19] Balancing the tension between opposite emotions 

[53:23] What’s happening next for Rukmini 

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

Sign up for an Art2Life retreat: 

The 100 Day Project: https://www.the100dayproject.org/

Joe Dispenza: https://drjoedispenza.com/

CreativeMornings: https://creativemornings.com/

Dan Martell: https://www.danmartell.com/

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CONNECT WITH RUKMINI PODDAR

Draw Your Feelings: A Creative Journal to Help Connect with Your Emotions through Art: https://www.amazon.com/Draw-Your-Feelings-Creative-Emotions/dp/0593539141

Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rockinruksi

Rukmini’s Website: https://www.dearruksi.com

Creative Wilderness: A Healing Arts Retreat: https://www.dearruksi.com/retreat

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https://Art2Life.com - Right now, I believe artists globally are in a time of emergence. We are experiencing a kind of restlessness with how things were, and the desire for change has become inescapable. But dealing with all of the uncertainty around change as we figure out the new thing happening in our respective art practices can be such a daunting challenge. Join me for a deep dive into self-trust as I answer questions from artists trying to create better, stronger, and more interesting work.

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Focusing on the journey ahead [1:22]

Finding motivation when there isn’t any [8:48]

Reworking old canvases [15:13]

Using intuition and intellect in your work [19:46]

Can you sell your art directly AND through a gallery? [25:19]

Balancing objectivity and intuition [33:45]

The power of owning your journey [43:15]

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Art2Life Exhibition Call for Entry 2023: https://art2life.lpages.co/a2l-exhibition-cfe-2023/  

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https://Art2Life.com - Every time I make art, I'm thinking about how it relates to my life. The ideas around art as a practice profoundly affect the kind of art you create and the speed and progress you make. Today, I’m going to be talking about the inherent life metaphor built into the art-making process. Join me as I take an in-depth look at getting started, why self-optimization is the key to more creativity, how to optimize yourself, and so much more.

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Why thinking only gets you so far and the practice of starting [2:25]

Self-optimization as a path to creativity [7:52]

Slowing down for new experiences [15:06]

Using different tools and pushing boundaries [24:50]

Letting go and embracing change [31:13]

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https://Art2Life.com - There are a bunch of Art2Life workshops on the horizon, and all of the excitement has me reminiscing about how much of an adventure they can be. So I thought it would be fun to share some of those experiences with you on this episode! Get ready for some wild stories you’ll have to hear to believe while unpacking the benefits of curiosity, travel, and community for your art practice.

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The creative energy of travel and community [2:33]

Laughing yoga and the time Nick almost got beat up [8:26]

Crazy critters and illegal fireworks [15:05]

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https://Art2Life.com - Art-making is an invitation to presence. It’s where we learn to become more sensitive to the world around us and let go of everything that isn’t in front of us. Meet Barbara Groth. Barbara has spent 30 years pushing the boundaries for what's possible in emerging technologies, human experience, design, storytelling, and social impact with companies such as Walt Disney, Pixar, and Meow Wolf. In 2015, she founded the Nomadic School of Wonder (NSOW), which seeks to take guests on adventures in awe that are rooted in nature, art, community, and play. Join us as we discuss wonder, awe, presence, and how those things lead to breakthroughs in our art and life.

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Getting to know Barbara Groth and the heart behind the NSOW [2:43]

Creating embodied and collaborative experiences [9:07]

Exploring the origin and magic of Meow Wolf [18:01]

The power of equine-assisted therapy [24:44]

Understanding the impact of presence and awe [31:47]

The road ahead for Barbara and the NSOW [42:28]

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RESOURCES MENTIONED

Your Brain on Art – Ivy Ross and Susan Magsamen – Ep 74: https://www.art2life.com/2023/03/22/your-brain-on-art-ivy-ross-and-susan-magsamen-ep-74/ 

Meow Wolf: https://meowwolf.com/

Awe (Book): https://www.amazon.com/Awe-Science-Everyday-Wonder-Transform/dp/1984879685/ref=sr_1_1?gclid=CjwKCAjwhdWkBhBZEiwA1ibLmLBRCv8c1Qc9JY1iqHr83YwXyw7PMvV_jpeRjhriJIuotrsWMO9H5xoCpA8QAvD_BwE&hvadid=644943634060&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9029023&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=14430360430687615210&hvtargid=kwd-1941841025969&hydadcr=20696_13409770&keywords=the+science+of+awe&qid=1687551988&sr=8-1#customerReviews 

How The Nomadic School Of Wonder Is Creating Transformational Experiences Of Purpose And Meaning For Leaders And Their Teams: https://www.forbes.com/sites/afdhelaziz/2021/07/22/how-the-nomadic-school-of-wonder-is-creating-transformational-experiences-of-purpose-and-meaning-for-leaders-and-their-teams-part-1/?sh=6887ae00752d 

NSOW Keynote for Art2Life: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BsI_Si2yq1W9u_isR8DfyOQv1C5Wg5R7/view?usp=sharing   

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Website: http://www.nomadicschoolofwonder.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nomadicschoolofwonder/?hl=en 

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CONNECT WITH NICHOLAS WILTON AND ART2LIFE:

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