Summary

We are extremely excited to welcome Invader Girl to the Harder Not Smarter podcast this week. In this conversation, we'll discuss Invader Girl's artistic journey and the inspiration behind her unique style. She'll tell us about how her small artistic empire was founded, how she is handling all of the well deserved notoriety, and pretty much everything in between.

Show Links

Invader Girl's Links

https://www.invadergirlart.com

https://www.instagram.com/_invadergirl_/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/blackcanvasllc/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5XTiPfSU_qEyQ0HN5FfQ1A

https://www.tiktok.com/@_invadergirl_?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Artistic Inspiration

08:03 Creating Commissioned Artwork

15:30 Distinct Artistic Style

20:29 Injury traps and retirement

21:00 Taking time after retirement

22:36 Exploring new opportunities

23:23 Becoming an artist

24:11 Failing art classes

25:07 Self-taught artist

26:11 Disliking English classes

27:13 Encouraging reading and writing

28:00 Running for president

29:07 Changing names

29:24 Grammar and lawyering

30:10 Living near Santa Six

31:22 Creating a team room

32:16 Buying a pinball machine

33:06 Opening the bar for stranded travelers

34:04 Providing a place for people

35:13 Helping stranded military personnel

36:38 The islands of Guam, Saipan, and Tinian

38:37 Finding World War II artifacts

39:04 Japanese holdout on Guam

39:18 Rumors of Hidden Individuals on the Island

40:09 Living in Solitude on the Island

41:03 The Feral State of Isolation

41:44 Unconventional Theme Nights at the Bar

44:04 Leaving Guam for a Fresh Start

44:26 COVID Restrictions on Guam

47:35 Upcoming Art Projects and Events

48:27 Favorite Paintings and Their Stories

51:12 Painting on Walls and the Art World

53:27 Navigating the Art World

56:16 Microwaved Shots and Drinking Culture

58:43 The Art of Capturing History

01:00:29 Embracing Personal Responsibility

01:01:25 Commissioning Artwork

01:02:29 Creating Space for Art

01:03:00 Taking Risks with Home Renovations

01:03:36 Adding Mystery to the Home

01:04:00 Playfulness in Relationships

01:06:05 The Impact of Technology

01:07:10 The Decline of Physical Interventions

01:09:01 The Benefits of Minimalism

01:11:05 The Temptation of TV

01:12:37 The Power of Social Media

01:14:12 The Value of Art

01:15:08 Connecting with Invader Girl

01:16:08 Closing Remarks