Creatively Me

Daniel is thrilled to be joined by the fascinating M.T. Khan, a star in the world children’s literature whose work blends fantasy and speculative fiction, with plenty of heart. She’s the author of Nura and the Immortal Palace and Amir and the Jinn Princess, both of which have showcased her distinct ability to blend fictional world’s we all want to escape into with cultural and social themes that a...

Daniel welcomes to "Creatively Me" one of the world's most renowned still photographers - the remarkable Murray Close. Raised in the United Kingdom, Murray’s photography skills has led him to the sets of some of the biggest films around the world. As a still photographer, Murray has captured everything from promotional and marketing images, globally recognisable film posters, portraits and behind...

One of Ireland's most beloved chefs joins Daniel on this Friday's episode of "Creatively Me" - the uniquely talented Rachel Allen. From her early days training at Ballymaloe to becoming a household name for foodies everywhere, Rachel has inspired generations with her warmth, and her individual but relatable approach to cooking and baking. Rachel's infectious passion for the culinary world has expa...

On today's episode, Daniel is joined by Paul Costelloe, a fashion icon who has dressed royalty, defined elegance on the runway, and has  built one of the most recognisable brands in Irish and international fashion. From menswear to womenswear, bags to homeware, Paul Costelloe’s work has become a staple of our everyday lives, from his beautiful collections in Dunnes to timeless pieces that have  go...

The first guest of "Creatively Me" Season Three is the IFTA-nominated actress & writer Hilary Rose. You will of course know Hilary from projects like "Republic of Telly", "The Fear" and from her unforgettable portrayal of Mairéad MacSweeney in the hit film and TV series "The Young Offenders". She’s also, a voiceover artist, and runs her own podcast and l...

In this introductory episode to Season Three, Daniel welcomes you back to "Creatively Me", shares details on his upcoming projects and teases what's to expect over the coming weeks. Daniel's Book "Breanne 1975" - ⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/Breanne-1975-Daniel-Heaphy/dp/1804392030⁠ Connect with Daniel on Instagram - ⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/d.heaphymedia/⁠ Connect with Daniel on Faceboo...

Daniel brings Season Two of "Creatively Me" to a close with a look-back at the year and a celebration of all the guests who appeared on the podcast this year. Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year from Creatively Me. Daniel's Book "Breanne 1975" - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.dubraybooks.ie/product/breanne-1975-9781804392034⁠⁠ Connect with Daniel on Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/...

The final guest of Season Two of “Creatively Me” is Cork actress and director Megan Haly, who has had an impressive career to date in both theatre and film. Megan has appeared in the production “Cortisol” which debuted this year to critical acclaim. Her latest short film “Breakfast Roll” won the Best Cork Short Award at this year’s Cork International Film Festival, and she has appeared in the feat...

The penultimate guest of the year joining Daniel on the "Creatively Me" is Dublin born photographer Christian Tierney. Christian has photographed some of the world’s most famous and talented from actors like Paul Mescal and Barry Keoghan, to musicians like Rihanna, Dua Lipa and Tate McRae. He’s also toured with musicians, capturing the joy of stage performances from artists like Niall Horan.  Chri...

Daniel, in a real pinch me moment, welcomes someone whose work has contributed to some of the most beloved blockbusters the last 25 years including all eight of the Harry Potter films. David Holmes was the stunt double for Daniel Radcliffe across the Harry Potter films, and grew up on those film sets alongside some of the most talented cast and crew members of our generation. His stunt work is als...

Joining Daniel on today's "Creatively Me" is a lady whose creativity expands to multiple different areas. Catherine Carton is the lady behind the award-winning interiors and lifestyle blog "Dainty Dress Diaries". A lover of upcycling, recycling and making the old new again. Catherine mostly blogged about everything from vintage style, fashion and homeware, creative DIY projects and home interior d...

Not many artists have reached the heights that today's guest has in such a short period of time. Joining Daniel on today's episode of "Creatively Me", Chris Lloyd is an artist based in King's Cross in London whose live drawings at the concerts of some of the music industry's most successful stars has gained him huge attention. Using pencil and watercolour, Chris has captured beloved concert tours,...

Now at the halfway point of "Creatively Me" Season Two, Daniel is ecstatic to welcome Cork Animator & Director Nora Twomey, making this the very first time an Oscar-nominee has been on the podcast! Nora is also the co-founder of iconic Irish animation studio Cartoon Saloon, whose filmography includes “The Secret of Kells” & “The Breadwinner”. Nora will be discussing the genesis of her artistic pas...

This Friday’s episode sees Daniel joined by illustrator and film programmer Amy Louise O’Callaghan. Inspired by everything from mythology and folktales to her favourite films, Amy is known for her comic “Feathers” and her picture book “A Cork Fairytale” which has been a huge hit both Lee side and in wider Ireland. Today Amy will be discussing what it’s like going from having studied film to being...

Today on “Creatively Me”, Daniel is joined by musician Jamie Duffy. At only 22 years old, Jamie is well within the process of building his own creative legacy. His breakthrough composition “Solas” sits at over 85 million streams on Spotify alone, thus becoming the most streamed debut single by an Irish artist since Hozier’s iconic hit “Take Me To Church”. He has just announced a headlining perform...

This Friday's episode of "Creatively Me" sees Daniel joined by RTE presenter, journalist, filmmaker & newly published author Zainab Boladale. Zainab has written for publications such as The Irish Independent, and will be known by Irish TV viewers for her work on news2day, where she became the first person of African heritage to become a news anchor on RTE, as well as on Nationwide. She wrote a...

In the first conversation on Season Two of "Creatively Me" Daniel is joined by Asbestos, an Irish street-artist whose work has been seen across the Irish urban landscape since 2003. Asbestos is best known for the "Lost" series of prints, the Cork City mural "What Is Home" and a series of chalk drawings on blackboards that allow the public to engage and alter the piece...

Daniel welcomes you back to "Creatively Me" with an introduction to the new season, an insight into what to expect & a look at what he's been up to since wrapping Season One. Daniel's Book "Breanne 1975" - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Breanne-1975-Daniel-Heaphy/dp/1804392030 Connect with Daniel on Instagram - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/d.heaphymedia/ Daniel on...

On today's episode, the final one of the summer mini-series, Daniel spotlights some of the best events relating to literature across Ireland this summer. Guests speakers include Sarah Webb (Read Children's Books Ireland) Eimear O'Herlihy (West Cork Literary Festival) Gillian Hennessy (Triskel Arts Centre) Irish Artists for Palestine ⁠⁠https://irishartistsforpalestine.com⁠⁠ Donate to the Palestine...

In this episode of the summer mini-series of "Creatively Me", Daniel walks listeners through the best film festivals in Ireland this summer. Guest speakers include Gerard O'Leary (Beara Film Festival) Gillian Hennessy (Triskel Arts Centre) & Olivia Fahy (GeekIreland). Irish Artists for Palestine ⁠https://irishartistsforpalestine.com⁠ Donate to the Palestine Children's Relief...

In this episode of the summer mini-series of "Creatively Me", Daniel walks listeners through the best music-related events in Ireland this summer. Also featured is the work of Irish Artists for Palestine, who utilise their musicianship to fundraise to all those affected by the atrocities in Palestine. Guest speakers include Helen Dawson (West Cork Chamber Music Festival) Sara O'Donov...

Welcome to your guide to a creative summer! Host Daniel Heaphy returns to "Creatively Me" with a summer-themed mini-series, highlighting the best creative events and all that Ireland has to offer this summer in regards to art and entertainment. In this opening episode, Daniel welcomes you back and sets-up what is to come.

On this final episode of Season #1 of “Creatively Me”, Daniel chats about “Graduation Day” his newest short film streaming on Vimeo from Friday, April 19th. Daniel did this film as part of his thesis in his MA in Film & Screen Media. He’ll be chatting not only the course, but the making of the film from pre-production to post-production. Along the way, you’ll hear from cast and crew on the fil...

For this penultimate episode of Season #1, Daniel welcomes Edain O’Donnell. Edain is an artist and creative director who has worked on the art department on several respected and high profile film and television projects. She has contributed to Irish classics such as The Wind That Shakes the Barley. She’s recently worked on Holding, the television adaptation of the Graham Norton book of the same n...

MTU Cork School of Music Graduate Mathias Levy Valensi joins me on today's episode. Mathias hails from France and journeyed into the world of music in his early teens when he first began playing the piano. Today he is a film and media composer, but his individualistic musical style has extended even beyond that to working alongside the likes of Andrea Corr. Mathias has collaborated with Daniel on...