A Creative Affair

In this chat with photographic artist, Lucie Averill, we discuss: Why we return to the same locations to make art Starting with "what you know" Why it’s important to be in a supportive community What is the “alchemy of printing”? Find more about Lucie and her work here: https://www.lucieaverillphotography.co.uk/ Mentioned in this episode: Len's Journal Vol. 2 Issue 3   Please don't hesitate to eng...

In this chat about Comparison in Art we discuss: Our personal struggles and successes with comparison How we can use comparison in a healthy way Comparison and competitions Mentioned in this episode: Our past conversation about The Power of Creative Curiousity Please don't hesitate to engage us in conversation by connecting with us on Instagram  or send us an email at create@acreativeaffairpodcast...

In this chat about Loving Your Art we discuss: Our personal experiences with loving our art Do we love the art itself or is it the process? Why YOU should love your art too! Please don't hesitate to engage us in conversation by connecting with us on Instagram  or send us an email at create@acreativeaffairpodcast.com .    Find out more about our creative work here: Len Metcalf: www.lenmetcalf.com B...

In this Catch Up Conversation we discuss: What we've been up to lately Being more present and why it matters Why you want to share projects you're working on What we're looking forward to Mentioned in this episode: Everything beautiful by Ella Frances Sanders Kandice Pierce   Our episode on projects Len: The Artist’s Club , Len’s Journal Brie: Wild Woman Photography , Sustainable Creativity Coachi...

In this chat with photographic artist,Nicki Gwynn-Jones, we discuss: Why Nikki lives on a remote island How that influences her art/photography Magic in art and creativity Emotional responses to our surroundings Making sense of chaos Find more about Nicky and her work here: www.nickigwynnjones.com Mentioned in this episode: Len's Journal Vol. 2 Issue 2   Please don't hesitate to engage us in conve...

In this chat about Creative Confidence we discuss: Why creative confidence is important to us Internal and external confidence How mentors help us create more of it Our personal experiences with confidence (or lack of it!)   Please don't hesitate to engage us in conversation by connecting with us on Instagram  or send us an email at create@acreativeaffairpodcast.com .    Find out more about our cr...

In this chat with photographic artist, Rachael Talibart, we discuss: How to find your artistic vision Vision/Style/Look Using inspiration to find our vision Why we want to work on projects What's a "Zone of Genius"? Why it's important to have courage as an artist Find more about Rachael and her work here: https://rachaeltalibart.com Mentioned in this episode: Len's Journal Vol. 3 Issue 1 Sean Tuck...

Join Brie Stockwell and Natalie Roush in a wide ranging conversation about The Inner Critic. A special episode!! This conversation was previously shared on Natalie's podcast "How's the View?" .   Natalie Roush is a Decision and Belief Coach. She coaches clients to make aligned decisions for the life and future they want most. Check out Natalie Roush Coaching for more info on her services.   Mentio...

In this chat about Saying Yes we discuss: Why you WANT to say yes more often What gets in the way of saying yes Our own experiences saying yes (or no!) Understanding our own comfort levels with saying yes Using creative intuition to guide us Using a mentor to help us navigate when we say yes Mentioned in this episode: Our episode on Impossible Goals   Please don't hesitate to engage us in conversa...

In this chat about The Creative Muse we discuss: What is a creative muse? The origins of The Muse Why The Muse might be different than you think! Brie & Len's muses and more Mentioned in this episode: Quote from Len: "It doesn't matter where it comes from, but learning to pursue it, follow it, get excited by it, and feel it allows the art to pour out of us."   Please don't hesitate to engage u...

In this chat with photographic artist, Suellen Cook, we discuss: Suellen's journey to her current creative work The Creative Process  The how of artistic practice including music Suellen's 3 P's -  Mentioned in this episode: Len's Journal Vol. 3 Issue 1 Find out more about Suellen's Work: https://www.suellensaideecook.com.au Artworks mentioned: Spilt Milk, The Tree Musem, The Boardroom   Please do...

In this chat about Creative Connections we discuss: How we make creative connections Why connection is so important Our own creative connection How to make more connections with vulnerability Mentioned in this episode: Our episode on The Power of Creative Curiosity Photographers: Eugene Theron , Michael Torkildson , Eric Erlenbush The book Big Magic  by Elizabeth Gilbert An Article about Brene Bro...

In this chat with photographic artist, Alister Benn, we discuss: Separating business and creative work The healing nature of creativity Physical creative work is a way to express emotions externally Knowing ourselves more deeply through our work Social Media and our own creative vision Mentioned in this episode: Alister's beautiful book, Out of Darkness   Find out more about Expressive Photography...

In this chat about Art, Creativity and Perfection we discuss: Is there perfection in art?  Why perfectionist thinking hinders creativity How we work thought our own perfectionist thinking We get real in this one. Come learn from our experiences! Please don't hesitate to engage us in conversation by connecting with us on Instagram  or send us an email at create@acreativeaffairpodcast.com .    Find...

In this chat about Stealing Like an Artist we discuss: Why we love the book "Steal Like an Artist" by Austin Kleon "Good" vs "Bad" copying/stealing Our experiences with finding inspiration and copying Finding evidence of personal growth Mentioned in this episode: Our episode on Inspiration Photographers:  Peter Dombrovskis , William Neill and Cole Thompson And, of course the book Steal Like an Art...

In this chat about Recharging Creativity we discuss: Purposeful and accidental creative breaks  Planning your refresh vs. no plan Ideas for recharging including fallow ground and trying something new How to enjoy the process of a creative refresh   Please don't hesitate to engage us in conversation by connecting with us on Instagram  or send us an email at create@acreativeaffairpodcast.com .    Fi...

  In this chat about Creative Cross Training we discuss:  Exploring different subjects in our artistic genres.  Getting out of our comfort zones for more growth.  How cross-training boosts our creativity.  Len's experience cross-training with art therapy.  Ideas on what to do to when we cross train. Mentioned in this episode: Our episode on Play and Experimenting Creative February with Takeyce Wal...

In this chat about Creative Curiosity we discuss: Why we want to be curious creatives Why you want to be one too How to become more curious Personal experiences with our own curiousity (or lack thereof!) Mentioned in this episode: Our episode on Preparing to Make Art Artist Yves Klein "A More Beautiful Question" Book   Please don't hesitate to engage us in conversation by connecting with us on Ins...

Joining our affair this week is New York based artist, painter, mentor, Takeyce Walter. She is an artist, art educator, media producer (digital art and design), and founder of Creative February. Her art practice primarily involves studying and painting the landscape in her region through direct observation and studio work using oil paint, soft pastel, and gouache. Takeyce also teaches other artist...

  In this chat about Impossible Goals we discuss: What is an impossible goal Why you want to create one Self doubt with finishing goals Mentioned in this episode: Our episode on goals FREE Webinar: Bring a Passion Project to Life! "A Creative Affair" Workshop: More info HERE Len's Publications (including the books discussed in this episode) Brie's "impossible goal" - BLOG post and YOUTUBE video  ...

  Joining our affair this week is Aaron Martinez.  He is a staff photographer at the Austin American-Statesman, part of the USA Today network, a licensed drone pilot, and an advanced hobbyist landscape and nightscape photographer. Born and raised in El Paso, Texas where he also went to college to study digital media production and multimedia journalism.   In this chat about The Decisive Moment we...

Exciting News!   We interrupt our regular chat about creativity to bring you some exciting news! Brie and Len are both experienced creatives and mentors that offer unique experiences to help YOU up level your own creative work.  Join us for a quick chat about how you can work with us PLUS something exciting we've created together.   Brie offers: A 6 week Confidence Program : Create the confidence...

  In this chat about Simplicity and Art we discuss: How simplifying helps us in life and art Our process for creating focus Physical and mental clutter Mentioned in this episode: Our episode on journaling Julia Cameron's "The Artist's Way"   Please don't hesitate to engage us in conversation by connecting with us on Instagram  or send us an email at create@acreativeaffairpodcast.com .    Find out...

  In this chat about Georgia O'Keeffe we discuss: Why we love her art Her catalyst for creating authentic work Lessons we've learned from studying her Our inspiration from her passion for art We love being inspired by other artists!  WHO inspires YOU??? Resources for learning more: Watch: Georgia O'Keeffe By Myself Watch: Georgia O'Keeffe: Portrait of an Artist Read: Georgia O'Keeffe As always, pl...

  In this chat about Finding Beauty through Art we discuss: Finding beauty in the world today What is beauty? We share our personal views What is an orgasmograph? How looking for beauty through art helps us Mentioned in this episode: Our episode on who we make art for Brooks Jensen's podcast Len's book, "Our Love Affair with Trees"   Please don't hesitate to engage us in conversation by connecting...