A Creative Affair

A Creative Affair

By Brie Stockwell & Len MetcalfArtsVisual Arts
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A Creative Affair episodes

  • LIVE: Brie at the 2023 Austin Studio Tour
    Brie here: In this episode we mix things up and I go rogue to chat with artists around Austin, TX on the 2023 Austin Studio Tour. 
     
    Every year Big Medium organizes a fantastic event, the Austin Studio Tour, for 3 weeks in November. This is an amazing opportunity for the public to meet all kinds of local artists, see their work and maybe add new pieces to their collections. 
     
    I brought along a small microphone attached to my phone and talked with some new-to-me artists. So, please bear with the imperfect recording.
     
    We chat about themselves as artists, WHY they make art and what they LOVE about their own art. 
     
    Join me for a peak into the lives and art of these 6 Austin artists:
     
    01:30 Lori Sonnier 
     
    05:15 Aileen Chen
     
    13:10 Denise Elliot Jones
     
    17:00 Tammy West
     
    22:50 Robin Cheers 
     
    29:40 Melanie Lewis
     
    I loved having each unique conversation, chatting about art and creativity and really just making new, in-person connections.
    For more about the artist's, this awesome event and to access a searchable transcript, check out this BLOG POST.
     
     
     

    Please don't hesitate to engage us in conversation by connecting with us on Instagram or send us an email at [email protected]. 

     

    Find out more about our creative work here:

    Len Metcalf: www.lenmetcalf.com

    Brie Stockwell: www.creativemindscoach.com

     

    Original Music composed and performed by Brian Free. 

    39 min
  • Tune in to Creative Emotions to Improve Art
    In this conversation, Len and Brie discuss the therapeutic nature of art and how it can be used to express and process emotions. They explore the idea that creating art is a meditative practice that allows creative individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings. We highlight the importance of the emotional connection to art and how it can enhance the artistic process. 
    And...Here's the link to Brie's new podcast: Wild Women in Photography
     
    Takeaways
    • Creating art can be a therapeutic process that helps individuals explore and understand their emotions.
  • Art can be used as a meditative practice to focus the mind and express thoughts and feelings.
  • Art can be a form of escapism, allowing individuals to immerse themselves in the creative process and temporarily disconnect from their emotions.
  • Art provides a unique and powerful way to express emotions that may be difficult to put into words.
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    Please don't hesitate to engage us in conversation by connecting with us on Instagram or send us an email at [email protected]. 

     

    Find out more about our creative work here:

    Len Metcalf: www.lenmetcalf.com

    Brie Stockwell: www.creativemindscoach.com

     

    Episode image by Brie Stockwell.

    Original Music composed and performed by Brian Free. 

    59 min
  • Creativity On Demand

    In this chat about Creativity on Demand we discuss:

    Our mindset for Creating on Demand

  • Our experiences with Creativity on Demand

  • Making space for spontaneous creativity

  • Planning for peak creativity
  • Why trust is the most important factor in Creating on Demand
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    Please don't hesitate to engage us in conversation by connecting with us on Instagram or send us an email at [email protected]. 

     

    Find out more about our creative work here:

    Len Metcalf: www.lenmetcalf.com

    Brie Stockwell: www.creativemindscoach.com

     

    Episode image by Brie Stockwell.

    Original Music composed and performed by Brian Free. 

    50 min
  • Creative Energy

    In this chat about Creative Energy we discuss:

    How we use our creative energy

  • What drains us of our energy

  • How it ebbs and flows

  • How does our environment affect our creativity

  • Questions to ask yourself about energy

    Mentioned in this episode:

    The Creative Act by Rick Rubin

    Huberman Lab Episode

    Michael Rung Photography

     

    Please don't hesitate to engage us in conversation by connecting with us on Instagram or send us an email at [email protected]. 

     

    Find out more about our creative work here:

    Len Metcalf: www.lenmetcalf.com

    Brie Stockwell: www.creativemindscoach.com

     

    Episode image by Brie Stockwell.

    Original Music composed and performed by Brian Free. 

    35 min
  • Creative Intuition

    In this chat about Creative Intuition we discuss:

    What is intuition?

  • How WE experience intuition

  • What blocks us from our own intuition

  • Why, as artists, we WANT to listen to intuition

    Mentioned in this episode:

    Our past conversation about Impossible Goals and Creative Curiosity

    Please don't hesitate to engage us in conversation by connecting with us on Instagram or send us an email at [email protected]. 

     

    Find out more about our creative work here:

    Len Metcalf: www.lenmetcalf.com

    Brie Stockwell: www.creativemindscoach.com

     

    Episode image by Brie Stockwell.

    Original Music composed and performed by Brian Free. 

    50 min
  • The ”Alchemy of Printing” and more with Lucie Averill

    In this chat with photographic artist, Lucie Averill, we discuss:

    Why we return to the same locations to make art

  • Starting with "what you know"

  • Why it’s important to be in a supportive community

  • What is the “alchemy of printing”?

    Find more about Lucie and her work here: https://www.lucieaverillphotography.co.uk/

    Mentioned in this episode:

    Len's Journal Vol. 2 Issue 3

     

    Please don't hesitate to engage us in conversation by connecting with us on Instagram or send us an email at [email protected]. 

     

    Find out more about our creative work here:

    Len Metcalf: www.lenmetcalf.com

    Len's workshops

    Brie Stockwell: www.creativemindscoach.com

     

    Image copyright and kindly provided by Lucie Averill.

    Original Music composed and performed by Brian Free. 

    54 min
  • Comparison in Art

    In this chat about Comparison in Art we discuss:

    • Our personal struggles and successes with comparison
  • How we can use comparison in a healthy way
  • Comparison and competitions
  • Mentioned in this episode:

    Our past conversation about The Power of Creative Curiousity

    Please don't hesitate to engage us in conversation by connecting with us on Instagram or send us an email at [email protected]. 

     

    Find out more about our creative work here:

    Len Metcalf: www.lenmetcalf.com

    Brie Stockwell: www.creativemindscoach.com

     

    Episode image by Len Metcalf.

    Original Music composed and performed by Brian Free. 

    40 min
  • Love Your Art!

    In this chat about Loving Your Art we discuss:

    • Our personal experiences with loving our art
  • Do we love the art itself or is it the process?
  • Why YOU should love your art too!
  • Please don't hesitate to engage us in conversation by connecting with us on Instagram or send us an email at [email protected]. 

     

    Find out more about our creative work here:

    Len Metcalf: www.lenmetcalf.com

    Brie Stockwell: www.creativemindscoach.com

     

    Episode image by Brie Stockwell.

    Original Music composed and performed by Brian Free. 

    36 min
  • Creative Catch Up!

    In this Catch Up Conversation we discuss:

    • What we've been up to lately
  • Being more present and why it matters
  • Why you want to share projects you're working on
  • What we're looking forward to
  • Mentioned in this episode:

    Everything beautiful by Ella Frances Sanders

    Kandice Pierce 

    Our episode on projects

    Len: The Artist’s Club, Len’s Journal

    Brie: Wild Woman Photography, Sustainable Creativity Coaching, Wild Women in Photography Podcast coming Sept 6!

     

    Please don't hesitate to engage us in conversation by connecting with us on Instagram or send us an email at [email protected]. 

     

    Find out more about our creative work here:

    Len Metcalf: www.lenmetcalf.com

    Len's workshops

    Brie Stockwell: www.creativemindscoach.com

    Brie's Creative Confidence Workshop

     

    Episode image by Len Metcalf.

    Original Music composed and performed by Brian Free. 

    Logo created by Tricia Ulberg at Tricia Elizabeth Design.

    52 min
  • Magic in Art and Nature with Nicki Gwynn-Jones

    In this chat with photographic artist,Nicki Gwynn-Jones, we discuss:

    Why Nikki lives on a remote island

  • How that influences her art/photography

  • Magic in art and creativity

  • Emotional responses to our surroundings
  • Making sense of chaos
  • Find more about Nicky and her work here: www.nickigwynnjones.com

    Mentioned in this episode:

    Len's Journal Vol. 2 Issue 2

     

    Please don't hesitate to engage us in conversation by connecting with us on Instagram or send us an email at [email protected]. 

     

    Find out more about our creative work here:

    Len Metcalf: www.lenmetcalf.com

    Len's workshops

    Brie Stockwell: www.creativemindscoach.com

     

    Image copyright and kindly provided by Suellen Cook.

    Original Music composed and performed by Brian Free. 

    Logo created by Tricia Ulberg at Tricia Elizabeth Design.

    1 hr 11 min

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Join passionate creatives, Brie Stockwell and Len Metcalf, as we navigate the ups and downs of living creative lives while teaching you how to do it too.