The Creative Explorers

In this brief episode, Rachael and Laumee talk about content ideas – and how shifting your mindset is key to share from the heart.

Join Rachael and Laumee in talking about how to show up as yourself, share yourself, be yourself, in your art, on social media, to those around you.  We are so afraid of rejection.  How do we get over that?  Why are you drawn to share? Resources mentioned: Eva Kalvig - https://evakalvig.com/ IG question: What are you afraid to share?

Laumee and Rachael discuss the difficulty in “belonging” and what it actually requires of us. This episode is for those that don’t feel like they fit in anywhere but want to find their people.  Keep being you! Resources mentioned: Book: Belonging by Toko-pa Turner

Laumee and Rachael talk about community examples of healing from difficult things, all over the world and history.  How we can witness and help each other feel understood. Humans want to be seen and how making art helps. IG - What’s your favorite example of how a community healed together?

In the next couple weeks we are exploring the importance of community.  This week we address response vs reaction and the results of each.   Laumee and Rachael take a look at the energy of anger, how it harms us when internalized, harms others when it breaks out, and ways we can transform that energy into something powerful.

Creators, now is your time to remind the world that problems can have creative solutions. As we do art, as we express our joy, utilize our anger; we can inspire change, inspire others to have hope and courage. Your work matters in this world. Laumee and Rachael share lists of ways we can be creative and share with others right now and how we can connect as a community of artists.

It's a weird time to celebrate, but March 17 is our one year anniversary of launching this podcast. Today Rachael and Laumee try to recap why we began, all that has happened since the world first shut down and the curveballs along the way, both personal and global. This podcast was started to encourage creatives to create no matter what.  Life doesn’t stop.  Join us for a storytime as Ra...

Do you want to make an impact? Are you feeling powerless?  The world has made it through another week without destroying itself and Laumee and Rachael are still here as well, to share about processing, calming the nervous system, war, art and what creatives can do in these times of stress and despair. This is a meandering episode, seeking answers and comfort and acknowledging that sharing spa...

Recorded on Feb 28, 3 days after Russia invaded Ukraine. This is a check-in and a reminder about what we can control, what we can do as artists.   Laumee and Rachael discuss in current times and in us. This is your reminder of how vital your work is right now , even as the world falls apart around us. Let’s connect and support each other. Resources listed: Check out Valerie Gilman’s class on...

Hey artists, here is some tried and true advice on how not to feel boring, how to address your inner critic, and harness your stubbornness.   Laumee shares her experiences in the art education, Rachael shares ways she is using movement to embody her goals.  We talk about art politics in Germany, rejection, community, and remembering what we are here for.  We hope as you will listen...

This week Laumee shares her experiences in navigating the elite art world and grant application process - and the exclusivety she discovered.  Together Laumee and Rachael discuss: the problems that arise when artists seek external validation when action is based off of fear rather than curiosity and wonder Does this world let art support itself? community is strength ideas of what a supportiv...

Join two artists in their studios discussing their art careers, next steps, how to get brave, why your creativity is important and more. Rachael and Laumee are here to help address your struggles, remind you that you’re not alone, and remind you why your creativity is so important in this world. One day at a time we all can work on ourselves and our goals. Let’s talk about showing up in a world th...

It is time for new thoughts, new ideas, new expressions.  Pursue failure, accept not knowing, get curious. Join Laumee and Rachael on this ambitious ride of questioning societal norms through daily lessons and inspirations.  Let's create something new as we approach the struggles of this reality with curiosity and courage. Resources mentioned: Podcast: Bridgwalkers and tea https://www.ma...

Pursuing our goals comes with the full range of emotions, the theme for this week turned out to be anger and frustration.   Laumee and Rachael share their accomplishments and lessons the week brought them, and how they continue forward when obstacles block the way. Resources mentioned: Follow bwb.artist on tiktok for inspiration and wild joy Follow anniemakesart on tiktok for art tips and gre...

Laumee and Rachael are changing up their format slightly, discussing their goals and accomplishments every week as they work towards their dream projects - a scrapbook of travel stories of visiting all 7 continents and a graphic/illustrated novel.  In this episode they share lessons learned from a workshop they both participated in and a new perspective. Sources referenced Valerie Gilman

Rachael and Laumee talk about how taking inspired action triggers old fears and beliefs. Do we have to be rid of these fears to proceed? Or can we simply acknowledge that they exist and move on, nevertheless? Resources mentioned: Renee Ostertag

Rachael and Laumee plow ahead into clarity, next steps, building an audience and most importantly, overcoming all the conditionings and limiting beliefs.  Listen to two artists be vulnerable about their dreams, how do you relate? Sources mentioned: Jessica Serran - https://jessicaserran.com/ IG question: What scares you about pursuing your goals?

Rachael and Laumee navigate how artists can create flexible goals by checking in on their to do lists and accomplishments since last week’s episode. Today they offer inspiration, questions, and strategies for navigating a creative life.  Follow along and see what action you might be inspired to take. Resources mentioned: Flora Bowley - https://florabowley.com/ IG Question:  What are your...

Rachael and Laumee have exciting news. For months, they talked about art, creativity and how to be a successful artist - in theory. Now they are ready for the next step: In the upcoming episodes they will put it all into action. Follow along when they explore their creative paths in real life. Grab a notebook, set your own goals and join the Creative Explorers on this exciting journey.

In this episode Rachael and Laumee talk about sharing personal stories in their art, educating their audience - and why it is important to be honest and authentic as an artist.

“I know I can, why don’t I do it?” Is this your mantra lately? Laumee and Rachael list of 5 areas of our lives to look at and new ways to see it.  Being creative is often difficult and vulnerable work.  Don’t forget that. Resources mentioned: tiktok: Kamie Orange - boundary coach Looshbgoosh - teaching joy and love through dance Book: Cheri Huber - How to get from where you are to where...

Rachael and Laumee talk about accomplishments, future plans and how to get there. Resources mentioned: The Unexpected Gypsy, an artist sharing her lifestyle on youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzk20sJQ2gq_XB9oCgOWrQA Destination One Love, reminding us to BE - https://destinationonelove.com/ Brene Brown - look up her quotes to remember that sharing vulnerably is courageous. IG question: Wha...

Rachael and Laumee talk about the importance of healthy eating, exercisisng the body and letting go of old habits in order to create their truest art. In this inspiring episode they also discuss their own unhealthy patterns, future plans and how they stay focussed during this pandemic.

In this rather short interlude, Rachael and Laumee talk about freely giving and receiving - and what society and old patterns have to do with it.

Listening to our bodies is often difficult. Today Laumee and Rachael talk about their experiences with appreciating their body, creative ways to care for it, and what we discover as we explore creative ways to express ourselves. This is a new favorite of ours that took us on a journey and the message to do what you are being called to do.