May 06, 2020

001. How To Feel Creative During Difficult Times | Devon Walz

50 minutes

Artist, Devon Walz, talks about the ups and downs of living during a pandemic and how to feel creative amongst it all. Devon shares how she first found art during one of the most difficult chapters of her life and how painting completely transformed her mental, emotional, and physical health.

Devon shares tips and insights on what it's like to be a full-time artist during a near economic collapse and why it's so important for all of us to be creating and sharing our work during a time like this.

What's covered in this episode...

How we met (we've been best friends since sixth grade)

Why Devon decided to start making art

Why desire is so valuable when you're experiencing depression and chronic fatigue

Devon's thoughts on selling and promoting her work during this time

Insight for artists wondering if now is the time to release new pieces and series

How to start a creative practice when you have little to no energy

Why making art is so helpful with resolving trauma

Devon's personal emotional experience and creative practice during the pandemic

A ton more!

Links:

www.anastasiaholland.com