298. Following Curiosity and Craft: Nicole Leverett on Honoring Your Creative Process

In this episode of Creative Chats, Mike Brennan speaks with Nicole Leverett about her creative journey, exploring her childhood influences, the evolution of her artistic pursuits, and the balance between passion and monetization in creative work. Nicole shares her experiences with photography, graphic design, and the importance of empowering others in their creative endeavors. The conversation highlights the significance of personal projects, technical skills, and the joy of creating without the pressure of commercial success.

3 Key Takeaways:

🎨 Nurture Your Curiosity – Nicole shares how exploring multiple creative outlets, from calligraphy and jewelry-making to digital art and photography, helped her discover her unique voice. Embrace experimentation and allow yourself to follow where curiosity leads.

🎨 Balance Passion and Profit – Monetizing creative skills can sometimes drain the joy from a craft. Nicole’s journey is a testament to the importance of protecting your passion projects, being selective with client work, and keeping creativity meaningful.

🎨 Share the Process – Nicole emphasizes the importance of transparency and community, freely sharing her artistic process and encouraging others to demystify creativity. By sharing behind-the-scenes, she invites others into the journey and nurtures collective growth.

Links and Resources:

• Nicole’s Website: staynfocus.com https://staynfocus.com

• Educational Resources: infocuslearning.com (for mentorship, digital and physical e-books, online education, and more)

• Social Media: @staynfocusimages on Instagram, TikTok, and Threads

• Daily Creative Habit Community: dailycreativehabit.com - https://dailycreativehabit.com

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