On Creativity with Paula Wallace – Details, episodes & analysis

Gucci and Gladiators Too... In November, dust off your best toga because it’s time to return to the Colosseum for “Gladiator II.” This film marks the fifteenth collaboration between director Ridley Scott and today’s special guest, costume designer Janty Yates. Yates received the Academy Award for Best Costume Design for their first collaboration on “Gladiator,” and, alongside Scott, she's dressed the full breadth of human history from Exodus to our modern day.

When I Come Back, You’ll Know, Know, Know… From her years as one of the Young British Artists who took the contemporary art scene by storm to her achievements as a filmmaker, Sam Taylor-Johnson is a leading lady and her stage is the viewfinder. Her films have tackled historic names and bestsellers, including “Nowhere Boy,” “A Million Little Pieces,” and “Fifty Shades of Grey.” This year, Taylor-Johnson returned to cinemas worldwide with the long-awaited Amy Winehouse biopic “Back to Black” — a stunning look into the life and artistry of one of the 21st century’s most extraordinary musicians.

What Makes a House Home… After three decades in the design field, Kathryn Ireland is still at the top of her profession. Her latest and seventh book overall, “A Life In Design,” takes the reader through the years from the California coast to the South of France. Join Paula Wallace for a candid conversation where the two discuss all things decor, client relationships, travel, and more.

Embracing Spontaneity... In this episode, Paula Wallace and Cynthia Rowley explore the adventurous nature of fashion designs, lifestyle brands, and mass media. The two are kindred spirits who believe in the eternal power of self-confidence and the willingness to step out where others have not. In recognition of her trailblazing work and entrepreneurial expressions, Rowley was awarded the 2019 SCAD Etoile award. Wallace and Rowley sat before the award ceremony to discuss what goes into the invention of a unique and successful brand. The two also discuss arts education, embracing adventure, and daring to design what exists only in your mind's eye.

The Envelope Please... Film and television awards season is officially here! On this episode, Paula Wallace sits with Jharrel Jerome, an actor who is no stranger to accolades since his historic Emmy win for 'When They See Us.' In January 19th, Jharrel is poised to make history again at the 26th Screen Actors Guild Awards. Should Jharrel win the SAG for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Miniseries or Television Movie, he will be the youngest person ever to win for the category. Jharrel may be young, but his robust passion for the arts and intelligence provide him the gravitas of a seasoned veteran. Paula and Jharrel sat at the most recent SCAD Savannah Film Festival and the two caught up on his life since the Emmys, his upcoming projects, and where he hopes to go in his career.

Hearing Double... Today, we celebrate the holiday release of The Bee and The Acorn audiobook. This moment is the ideal occasion with today's guest, voice actor and SCAD alumna Hannah Chiclana. Hannah has voiced Paula Wallace twice, once for SCADstory — the interactive, immersive-experience account of SCAD's founding — and now for Wallace's memoir, The Bee and The Acorn. In their discussion, Paula and Hannah examine the process of voice-over recording, the differences in narrating for various mediums, and the popularity of audio-centric entertainment. Check out the new Bee and the Acorn audiobook, now available on Audible: https://www.amazon.com/Bee-Acorn-Classics/dp/B081KSQ1WP

There's No "I" In Team... Animated films and series inspire joy in all of us, and those feelings originate in the scores of people who create animation at production companies large and small. In this episode, Paula Wallace sits with two animation artists: actor Lucas Grabeel and SCAD alumnus Jason Mayer, Head of FX for DreamWorks Animation. Jason and Lucas walk us through how magic is made from pre-production to post and where they contribute along the way.

Taffeta, Tulle, and Tales... In this week's episode, two old friends reunite. André Leon Talley and Paula Wallace have decades of shared memories and Talley has mentored scores of SCAD students over the years. In this episode, André further proves why he is the greatest living fashion historian and a walking encyclopedia of style, class, and dignity.

The first room you remember... In 2019, DesignIntelligence ranked SCAD's undergraduate and graduate interior design programs #1 in the country, which marks the seventh time both programs garnered the top ranking. And on December 5th, Paula Wallace will be inducted into Interior Design Magazine's Hall of Fame for her years of educational thought leadership and design accomplishments. To help celebrate these achievements, we present today's special guest, Carleton Varney. In this episode, Paula and Carleton bond over their shared love of interior design, decorating, and education. Listen in as Carleton reflects on his decades-spanning career and reveals where he believes everyone's design taste originates.

A Pioneer Grows in Brooklyn... In this episode, Paula Wallace delights in conversation with one of the foremost artists of our time: Dustin Yellin. His artistry and command of disciplines are widely lauded, and his non-profit, Pioneer Works, champions other artists while promoting engaged thinking, exploration, and innovative applications across the arts, sciences, and humanities. Wallace and Yellin reflect on arts education and how it elevates communities. They also explore Yellin's creative process and leadership, as well as his top film recommendations for young artists.