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"You are worth more than you think." - Mythica von Griffyn

The CRAVE Magazine podcast is all about what it takes to become a successful artist. None exemplifies this better than Episode 26 guest Mythica von Griffyn. Her story is the very reason for this podcast. She went from graduating college to becoming the definition of a starving artist. After a bad breakup left her penniless and homeless, she began selling her work at higher and higher prices, but more importantly changed the way she thought about herself as a successful artist. Sure she was talented, but she had to retrain her mind and her own self-image to be able to become not only talented, but successful as well. Mythica found an artistic expression that fed her soul and she fed her mind with the idea of success and what that looks like. Now she is an internationally recognized body paint artist, a reality TV star, an author and a speaker. She has found not only success through her art; she has found peace, happiness and even love.

Check out the extended bonus interview!

images - used by permission

mythica on instagram

mythica on facebook

mythica on twitter

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Living the life of a successful artist and living the life of a talented artist are not mutually exclusive. Nor are either a guarantee for anyone pursuing the arts. With a background that began on the engineering side of life, Jim Wills shifted his focus as a young adult toward the life of an artist. But he wanted the life of both a talented and successful artist. Without knowing it, he found it. In photography, in acting, in journalism, in this very podcast. Along the journey he has taken a deep dive into personal development and learned that he would have to drastically change the way he thought in order to change his life. From a life a science to a life of art, Jim found that he was able to succeed in a world of art by keeping his foot in the world of science. Learning about himself, the way the mind works and ways he can change it to achieve incredible results is where Jim likes to play today. Traveling the world and sharing the stories of other artists give an education and experience not found in any classroom. Take the journey with him or better yet, go out and experience your own journey to a more fulfilled self-actualized life.

Scientist. Educator. Intellect. Photographer. All words that aptly apply to Episode 24 guest Tom Finke. As a world traveler Tom has learned to appreciate the differences of culture & aesthetic around the world and has applied such differences to his teaching, his work and even his private life. Tom has shared his love of photographic history with countless students and has inspired in us a love for what came before. Tom also shares his understanding of what it means to critique one's work and gives an excellent breakdown of the four steps to a great critique. For Tom Finke life is about enjoying the present but not forgetting the past.

He is a celebrated author, and is currently working on several photographic series including "Quiet Spaces" and "The Wire." Both of which may very well be found in future editions of the Tom Finke library of books.

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"Art adds flavor to life." - Elisa Insua

Argentinian born Elisa Insua never thought she would one day become an internationally recognized artist while studying Economics at University. In fact, she just enjoyed creating art because it made her feel good. As she continued to develop her style, she saw others smile too. Insua began to deepen her practice by finding meaning and purpose behind her creations. She began to show in a few exhibitions around Buenos Aires drawing more and more attention to her artistry. Utilizing discarded items that are no longer useful to a throw away society, she methodically creates new life in the found objects. For her most recent solo exhibition at the Appa Art Gallery in Madrid, Spain, Insua created a series based on western consumption and the backwards idea that things create happiness. Her work is both beautiful and tragic. Dazzling to behold, yet a stark reminder of our endless grasp at material bliss.

Elisa Insua will be showing her work in Madrid & Caracus in September 2018, the London Art Fair in October '18 and Paris in December '18.

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elisa insua website

appa art gallery madrid

elisa insua instagram

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"To be an artist is a full time task." - Spok Brillor

Growing up as a artist in a city renowned for great works of art might put a heavy burden on the shoulders of some. Fortunately for Spok Brillor this time was also the birth of tagging, bombing and other forms of graffiti that have since turned street art into a legitimate form in Spain. Madrid, like many European cities, is battling graffiti in the streets, and yet street art is alive and well. Spok is one of the artists who have helped validate the worthiness of the art form by earning a living as a street artist; painting the style of art that he once created at night and in the shadows, running from the law. Since those early rebellious days, Spok has painted works all over the world in almost every continent. He is as comfortable in a gallery as well and shows in many locations throughout Europe. Represented by Ink and Movement Studios in Madrid, Spok Brillor is a rising international talent. Keep your eyes open, and you might find Spok's work on a wall near you.

You can see Spok Brillor's work at a group exhibition in September 2018 at the Galería Kreisler in Madrid and in October in Raleigh, North Carolina, USA.

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inkandmovement.com

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"The sole secret to success in the art world is to keep making art." -Poet Jen Harris

At one time or another, we all struggle to find our place in this world. Some of us much more than others. At times one finds themselves dismissed from their family because they don't fit into the traditional, comfortable box of the family's morality. Jen Harris experienced this first hand as she tried to identify her place in a gay, lesbian, queer life. This conflict within herself and within her very traditional midwest family led to an early path in adulthood that one might expect. Drugs, alcohol, and a despondent sense of confusion and betrayal. Fortunately Jen was able to pour out the booze and pour her soul into writing, and subsequently performing her poetry.

She has since shared her art all over the country, inspiring others who find themselves in similarly painful and confusing times. This podcast is real, and it's raw, and we get down to the nitty gritty of what it truly means to share one's deepest, darkest demons as a way of stepping out into the light of love and life.

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"Music is the only universal language." - Amani Friend

Sometimes when musicians and DJs meet collaborations become magic. Other times, the pull is so strong, that the artists realize together is better than apart. This is the core essence of Desert Dwellers. Treavor Moontribe and Amani Friend were both skilled in their creative outlets before they met. Treavor, a DJ born out of the metal and then rave scenes, was a founding member of the L.A. Moontribe Collective. Amani brought his years of musicianship to create a sound born in the desert. Touring the festival circuit has brought legions of fans and followers. Tapping into world music and sounds from nature along with forging new sub-genres of electronic music has given Desert Dwellers a unique sound that effortlessly transitions from dance to deep meditations and back again.

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