Beyond The Masterpiece

In this bold and unfiltered episode, I'm joined by the ever-inspiring Dr. Sarah Madigan to explore what it really means to step into your "F*ck It Era." We dive into the liberating mindset of letting go of societal expectations, embracing midlife rebellion, and finding the courage to prioritize your joy and authenticity. Whether you're redefining your creative practice, questioning the roles you'v...

In this episode, I talk with artist Susan Maddux about what it means to "go big" in life and art. Together, we unpack the power of manifesting, the unique challenges and rewards of reinventing success on your own terms, and how creativity can be a tool for building a meaningful life. If you're curious about bringing more intentionality to your creative process or taking your career in a bold new d...

In this episode with Laura Jane Barnes, (AKA @heyitslaurajane of Insta fame) we dive into what it means to truly embrace playfulness in your business or creattive practice. Play isn't just for children—it will unlock deeper levels of creativity, foster more powerful decision-making, and create a more joyful, fulfilling business.  Together, we explore the intersection of neurodiversity, being a Hig...

In this episode, I sit down with money mindset coach Ray Dodd to dive deep into the shame and conditioning that holds creative visionaries back from embracing wealth. We shatter the myth of the struggling artist and explore how creatives can step into their worth, own their visibility, and make serious money without guilt. If you've ever struggled with pricing your work or felt shame around earnin...

Is there anything that nature can teach us about creative expression? How about running a creative business? I think there is, so I've taken a turn around the garden in this episode to uncover lessons in self expression, observation and sensitivity directly from nature.  In this episode, I cover Dilligence Patience Showing up Creating the right environment to thrive CHECK IT OUT Want Epic Visibili...

Do you ever catch yourself saying things like "It frustrates me to see other people with less skill getting ahead." or "I should be more successful by now!?" I hear you if you do. One thing I know for sure is that you and I are not fated to live an ordinary life, and we are definitely going to fall on our asses a few times being extraordinary. In this very personal and intimate episode, I talk abo...

Themes Include: • The intersection of art and therapy • The healing process through creative expression MY BOOK: I am currently gathering stories and insights from artists about the connection between creative expression and mental health for a book I'm writing. If you'd like to share your experiences and contribute to this important research, I would love to hear from you HERE .   CHECK IT OUT Wa...

Have you ever been encouraged to "be more realistic" about your art? Or to lower your expectations? In this episode I talk about what it really means when someone tells you to be more realistic. Themes Include: Optimism vs Pessimism, holding your vision and staying the course as a visionary. MY BOOK: I'm gathering information from artists about creative expression and wellbeing for a book I'm writ...

I don't know about you, but I've never found the instruction "Believe in yourself" to be very helpful or motivating. In this episode I explore why grandiose mantras like this can miss the mark, and what to focus on instead. I cover: Empty mantras The fragmented self Layers of identity Self expression Self acceptance    CHECK IT OUT Want Epic Visibility without losing your marbles?  If you're a cre...

In this episode I explore the idea that the online coaching industry is challenged by systemic exploitation. Are the marketing practices commonly used in the coaching industry today honest?  Are some coaching business models designed around unhelpful emotional journeys intended to keep clients dependent for as long as possible? And why do live coaching events today feel so similar to radicalised c...

In this episode, I talk about the concept of visibility, focusing on its importance for creative visionaries, entrepreneurs, and artists and explore the true meaning of visibility, going beyond the common association with being online. In this episode I cover: Importance of Visibility Deeper concept of Visibility Identify personal edges and comfort zones   CHECK IT OUT Want Epic Visibility without...

In this episode of Beyond The Masterpiece I explore the desire to pivot in your work.  Creative pivots, pivoting in your work; it always feels like a big deal. But does it really need to be?  Are there times when a pivot isn't realy what's needed?  Themes I cover:  When not to pivot Asking yourself the right questions  Self-expression Being seen   CHECK IT OUT Want Epic Visibility without losing y...

If you're a parent or planning to be this episode is for you. Don't Buy Her Flowers founder Steph Douglas joins me to discuss how to stay creative when you have kids. In this episode, we discuss: Parenting and running a creative business  Asking for help When parenting is boring- and you feel guilty for thinking it The mental load vs creativity Gender roles and boundaries  Here's where you can dis...

In this episode of Beyond The Masterpiece I speak with the extraordinary artist Red K Elders, creator of mythic fantasy pencil drawings. Red's work centres on Gods and Divine Beings, taking inspiration from classical art and reinterpreting it in fine photorealistic pencil strokes.   In this episode, we discuss: The healing power of art  Self-expression as medicine  Censorship and the body Magic an...

I've just finished a couple of creative direction projects and I had a day when I was feeling really unmotivated. Here's what I do when motivation is not at the party. And it's notthing to do with trying to get motivated! In this episode, we talk about: Lack of motivation What creative anti-climax feels like The importance of dreaming   CHECK IT OUT Want Epic Visibility without losing your marbles...

It's important to understand the significance of alignment in creative pursuits. Trusting your instincts and acknowledging when something doesn't align with your creative vision is key, even if it means going against logical reasoning or the expectations of others. In this episode, we talk about: Why is alignment so significant in creative pursuits The key elements to successful collaboration in c...

This episode, "Can Art Save Lives" is about the journey of Amanda Thompson of Creatively Curious and how she used the power of art to transform herself into a thriving Sober Artist and Creative Guide. In this episode, we talk about: the healing power of the creative process the transformative effect of art how loving yourself can make a difference how falling in love with the creative process is i...

The age-old tension between art and money is still with us. So should artists be creating from a place of "purity" just for the love, or does it serve us to see our creative endeavors as a career like any other?  In this episode, I talk about: Whether being part of a market robs art of its integrity Whether monetising art destroys creativity And where the idea of artists working for love over mone...

This episode of Beyond The Masterpiece touches on the touchy subject of whether artists should credit their influences. In this episode, I talk about: The difference between influences, inspirations, and references. How the term 'inspiration' is sometimes lazily used to encompass everything from influence to reference. The importance of crediting references. CHECK IT OUT Want Epic Visibility witho...

We've been told that a life without limits is aspirational but what if we require limitations in order to create? This episode, "Embracing Limitations for Creativity" is all about recognizing and working with the limitations we face and turning them into powerful tools to create something meaningful.  In this episode, I talk about:  Is Limitlessness counterproductive to Artists? Is Utopianism anti...

This episode of Beyond The Masterpiece was just so inspiring to record!  As artists, we often hear the message that it's best to "do one thing well". It's compelling, it seems to make sense and it sounds efficient.  But, and it's a big but, it just doesn't work that way for many of us. A lot of us are multi-passionate humans and our creativity reflects that. In this episode I speak to artist, auth...

This episode of Beyond The Masterpiece is about a thought-provoking topic: self-censorship and its profound impact on your creativity. We'll explore the barriers that hinder your artistic expression, and the complexities of the emotional journey that artists like you face daily. In this episode, I talk about: Breaking down barriers around self-censorship Navigating creative challenges The art of s...