The Creative Condition podcast

D&AD represents global creative, design and advertising communities and celebrates brilliance in commercial creativity. I recall D&AD being a big deal when I was finishing up my degree in illustration. Just this rabid buzz about the place, students stressed, excited, dejected and elated in equal measure throughout the whole awards process, like the rest of their lives depended on it. Maybe...

The world of independent filmmaking is a chaotic, high-octane melting pot, where hundreds of creative talents clash and click. Often working as part of a small production crew, working very closely with cast, the experience can be a lot of fun, but it can also break those unable to problem solve at a rapid rate. In a golden age of television, Mark tells us what it takes to work in the harsh enviro...

I wanted to draft in Jacqueline Bissett and Victoria Pearce to give me, a man preoccupied with televised wrestling, football and zombie fiction, with a very minimal understanding of the world of fashion, a valuable insight from the perspective of two people who have spent over two decades in the industry with great success. Jacqueline Bissett is a leading fashion illustrator signed to Illustration...

Part two of the 30th anniversary of When Saturday Comes special, with art editor Doug Cheeseman. Doug takes us through the magazines story, from near cessation to a survivor of the digital revolution. We talk graphic design in sport, in football, publishing in the digital world and the role of an art director. See part one for show notes

When Saturday Comes Art Editor Doug Cheeseman takes us through his journey from a young football fan in Essex to art editor of one of the world's most beloved football magazines. I remember... During that gut-wrenching time of anxiety, when you’re gearing up for your graduation art show, the real world looming in the all too near future, I sat hidden between two of the floor-to-ceiling shelves in...

New York based photographer Marius Bugge takes us through his fascinating journey from Oslo, Norway, to New York city via Italy, where he works with clients including WWE, PLayboy, Ferrari, Pride and Stuff among many others. We discuss what it takes to build a reputation and network in an over-saturated market, the importance of learning from others and working with great art and creative director...

Eden Orfanos worked for years as a make-up artist in Hollywood, on a broad range of projects, including blood for TV show, Dexter, makeup on The Curious Case of Benjamin Button and cadavers for the CSI detective shows. She also worked with the likes of George Clooney, Jude Law and Kristen Stewart, along with set design, stylist and producer roles. After growing tired of the more negative tendencie...

I illustrated on a monthly rotation for Design Week, a heavyweight player in the creative press world, from late 2009 until it's end as a print magazine in 2011. Shortly afterwards, Angus Montgomery became the editor of it's new online publication format. I wanted to meet Angus and discuss the challenges he faced in steering the magazine from 25 years of print newsstand prominence into an entirely...

With a moniker like 'the Rainbow Crusader,' artist, illustrator and head of Illustration Ltd joins us to discuss her signature neon, pop style of image making, fashion design and impressive list of clients in the arts. Sarah tells us about her role as head of talent recruitment at Illustration Ltd, how she has come to so perfectly embody her creative style through personality and interest in fairg...

London painter, Ray Richardson has been described as 'the Martin Scorsese of painting.' His filmic compositions of scenes that suck in the viewer, allowing them to envision their own book-ends to the powerful moment depicted as only Richardson can, invite us into his own London. We talk about his upcoming show, 'London Soul' at Beaux Arts, the strong presence of English Bull Terriers in his work,...

Humm Media work with a wide range of clients to create striking and unique PR and communications campaigns. David Woods, one half of Humm, offers us a unique insight into the world of PR, communications and marketing your work in an original way. We discuss the importance of the personal touch and storytelling when aiming to stand out and reach your target audience and client base. We cover social...

We join German artist, illustrator and maker, Sandra Dieckmann at her fantastic 'Mama Wolf' studio and shop to talk about her popular nature inspired artworks. Sandra talks about fairytale influences, growing up in Germany and her prominent positioning in the Etsy and makers scene. We talk about the David v Goliath challenge of making money from hand made goods as an independent maker, especially...

Cult UK filmmaker, DJ and musician Don Letts played a key role in introducing reggae music to the punk scene in 1970's London. He lives by the code of 'hustle,' famously sneaking into Bob Marley's hotel room to talk with him and then becoming friends. Don continues to make films and hosts 'Culture Clash Radio' on BBC 6Music on Saturday and Sunday night. For a slightly shorter talk than usual, Don...

Kyla Paolucci joins us in Brooklyn, New York to discuss her work with HBO, WWE and her recent work in the production design department of 'While We're Young,' starring Ben Stiller and Naomi Watts. We also tackle the issue of ageing gracefully, New York Fashion, geriatric starlets and why it's cool to be a weirdo. Kyla's official site: http://www.kylapaolucci.com/Kyla on Twitter: https://twitter.co...

Creative Director of Stylorouge, Rob O'Connor joins us to discuss the fundamentals of the London based creative consultancy company's astounding success over several decades. Well known for their work with Blur and on the iconic poster designs for Trainspotting, Rob discusses their wider work and the importance of creative collaboration, freedom and why total democracy is not always the best metho...

John Newbigin, chair of Creative England, who mentor, support and invest in the UK Creative Industries joins me to discuss creativity in education, how crucial it is and how the current system is outdated and cruel. We discuss what the arts bring to a rapidly transforming society in the digital revolution and break down Education Secretary Nicky Morgan's comments about children choosing arts and h...

Illustrator, Artist and workshop leader Miss Led joins us to talk about her unconventional path from a small Welsh town to visual communications heavyweight players. She works with clients including Braun, Clinique, Reebok, Diesel and Vans, creating illustrations, murals and live paintings. Find out what attracts Miss Led to the idea of solitude and a pet rat. We also discuss the need for early en...

New York based, English artist Robert James Clarke joins us to explain how his signature dog paintings happened. He overcame a fear of them after being attacked by a German Shepherd and has gone on to paint Kate Moss' dog, 'Archie' among many other big names. We discuss healthy competition being crucial, the difference between art college in the 1980s and the landscape facing graduates now and the...

New York University professor of theatre, Rebecca Johannsen joins us in London to talk about storytelling, anticipation and utilising 'less is more' in theatre and it's importance in all art forms. Rebecca gives us an insight into the role of costume, set and production designers and why fans of the films of Wes Anderson emotionally invest his work in such a big way. We also get to learn about the...

UK based illustrator and photographer Danny Allison tells us about his year in the Middle-East, gold flakes on risotto, photographing the king of Kuwait by day and illustrating by night. Find out what 'Near Death Freelancing' is all about and how using your personality and passions can lead to those dream clients.http://www.illustrationweb.com/artists/DannyAllison/view Danny on Illustration LtdDan...