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  • Leading a Woman-owned Skincare Empire - Margot Grant Witz

    Margot Grant Witz is the granddaughter of Elizabeth Grant, the original founder of the luxury skincare company, Elizabeth Grant International Inc. Her mother, Marion Witz, is the President, and Margot is the Vice President.

    This is the story of a Toronto-based, woman-owned skincare empire, bursting with good family values and even a secret anti-aging serum! Margot raves about her grandmother as a pioneer, starting woman-owned businesses at a time when that was simply not done.


    The company is celebrating its 75th anniversary and, like their anti-aging moisturizer, the company (and the women running it) seem more rejuvenated with each new day, producing excellent new products and innovating with their TV marketing on The Shopping Channel.


     All of this has much to do with Margot being in front of the camera and bringing her vivacious attitude to every interaction. This makes Margot a brilliant Cast of Creators guest – her enthusiasm is a joy to be a part of! 



    "It wasn't like I was entrenched in the business. It was just  'how do I help my family?' And then the more that it grew, the more opportunities that grew, my mother was just like, "Let's go Margot! You're gonna go here. You're gonna go to France. You're gonna go to LA. And I was like, 'Okay. Let's have some fun and see how we go." ~ Margot Grant Witz




    In This Episode:

    - How the 'family business' shapes who you are

    - Being a Shopping Channel (TSC) brand

    - How Margot's grandmother developed  Torricelumn™, Elizabeth Grant's superior moisturizing serum

    - How Elizabeth's mother opened a skincare manufacturing company

    - The importance of innovation in the skincare business 

    - What is Margot's favorite product?

    - Margot's first on-air moment as a child with her grandmother

    - Skincare products made in Toronto, tested on in-house staff (not animals)

    - Making your own food growing up in South Africa

    - The days are long but the years are short – on being a mom

    And so much more!


    Connect with Margot Grant Witz:

    - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/margotgrantwitz/ 

    - Website - https://elizabethgrant.com/



    Cast of Creators

    - http://castofcreators.com

    - https://www.instagram.com/castofcreators/

    - https://www.twitter.com/castofcreators/

    - https://www.facebook.com/castofcreators/


    Hosts

    - Nelson Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nelsonbthall/

    - Nelson Hvr https://pubhvr.page.link/TNGtwBhb57oSqq6o8

    - Casie Instagram https://www.instagram.com/casiestewart/

    - Casie Hvr https://pubhvr.page.link/fuYj


    Hvr

    - https://hvr.world

    - Hvr Sitepartner program https://hvr.world/sitepartners/

    - Hvr Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hvr_browser/

    - Download Hvr for iOS & Android https://pubhvr.page.link/71qo7WLqpGHTsJtg7


    1 hr
  • Energy Is Expensive: How to Let Go with Fashion Photographer Lindsay Anne Delaney

    Lindsay Anne Delaney is undoubtedly leaving her mark on the Canadian fashion scene. Born and raised in St. John’s, Newfoundland, she's a fashion photographer and bonafide brand, artist, editor, creative director, and model. 

    Lindsay is at Hvr Studios spilling the tea on the Toronto arts scene and revealing just why she's so successful with her razor-sharp insight, big energy, and creativity. 


    Delaney's story is all about owning who you are, going with your gut, and spreading positive energy.  She shares how she got her start in photography through to that moment when she knew she'd arrived. As the Creative Director for Addicted Magazine, Lindsay recently shot cover stories featuring past Cast of Creators guests George Sully and Canadian music icon Raine Maida. 


    "There's a new Toronto in town. I've been saying it. And we move differently." ~ Lindsay Ann Delaney 



    In This Episode:

    - Lindsay's love of print

    - On being Creative Director of Addicted Magazine

    - Spilling the tea on Toronto's celebrity arts scene

    - Owning George Sully shoes

    - Using up all your sunshine on the internet

    - Why energy is 'expensive' and why boundary-setting is important

    - The importance of creative content having a purpose, and a home

    - Learning to trust in the process of everything

    - Transitioning from a scarcity mindset after the pandemic

    - Why the younger generation is the new creative eye

    - Surviving High School in St. John's, Newfoundland 

    - Lindsay's origin story about getting into photography 

    - Working with the right people to execute your creative vision

    - The value of doing everything yourself (being a control freak)

    - Being behind – and in front of – the camera

    - Bringing fashion back with long-form videos 

    - Leaving Toronto to make American money!


    And so much more!


    Connect with Lindsay Ann Delaney:

    - Instagram https://www.instagram.com/citylightlinds/

    - Hvr  https://pubhvr.page.link/AAxT

    - Website - https://www.lindsayannedelaney.com/


    Cast of Creators

    - http://castofcreators.com

    - https://www.instagram.com/castofcreators/

    - https://www.twitter.com/castofcreators/

    - https://www.facebook.com/castofcreators/


    Hosts

    - Nelson Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nelsonbthall/

    - Nelson Hvr https://pubhvr.page.link/TNGtwBhb57oSqq6o8

    - Casie Instagram https://www.instagram.com/casiestewart/

    - Casie Hvr https://pubhvr.page.link/fuYj


    Hvr

    - https://hvr.world

    - Hvr Sitepartner program https://hvr.world/sitepartners/

    - Hvr Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hvr_browser/

    - Download Hvr for iOS & Android https://pubhvr.page.link/71qo7WLqpGHTsJtg7

    1 hr 8 min
  • Fefe Dobson and The Queen Priyanka

    Fefe Dobson is a platinum-selling, Jono-nominated musician, a total rockstar. She is joined by the one and only Queen Priyanka, an international drag icon. This Cast of Creators episode is a riot from start to finish!

    Priyanka is the winner of Canada’s Drag Race, and she’s sharing the ups and downs she endured while on the show including quitting her job and spending all her money on outfits. 


    In this episode we discuss things they’ve overcome, being an entertainer, things that make us cry, and movies that make us afraid. There’s even a little ASMR. 


    Fefe and Priyanka discuss how they met, their future plans, pop star dreams, and rockstar crushes. It’s all here on a slightly chaotic episode of Cast of Creators! 


     “Once I won Drag Race, you know this big iconic thing happens, and all the press interviews the next day everyone’s like, “So, what’s next?”…I just started, you little bitch!” ~ Priyanka


    “When I was young I was always performing and singing.” ~ Fefe



    In This Episode:

    - Being a drag queen during Pride Month

    - Priyanka’s gay awakening

    - Priyanka’s pop star ‘pipe dream’

    - How Fefe got into music as a child

    - Remembering how iconic you are in your darkest hour

    - The return of toxic culture and being catty on social media

    - What is ASMR?

    - Crushing on Guns ’n’ Roses

    - Going through the wringer in Drag Race

    - How did Fefe and Priyanka meet?

    - ‘If you write a love song, you’ll be set for life’

    - Priyanka’s new single and her awesome music videos

    - When was the last time you cried?

    - What’s your favorite scary movie?

    - How do you listen to your heart versus your head? 


    And so much more!


    Connect with Fefe:

    - Link Tree - https://linktr.ee/thequeenpriyanka



    Connect with Priyanka:

    - Link Tree - https://linktr.ee/fefedobsonmusic



    Cast of Creators

    - http://castofcreators.com

    - https://www.instagram.com/castofcreators/

    - https://www.twitter.com/castofcreators/

    - https://www.facebook.com/castofcreators/


    Hosts

    - Nelson Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nelsonbthall/

    - Nelson Hvr https://pubhvr.page.link/TNGtwBhb57oSqq6o8

    - Casie Instagram https://www.instagram.com/casiestewart/

    - Casie Hvr https://pubhvr.page.link/fuYj


    Hvr

    - https://hvr.world

    - Hvr Sitepartner program https://hvr.world/sitepartners/

    - Hvr Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hvr_browser/

    - Download Hvr for iOS & Android https://pubhvr.page.link/71qo7WLqpGHTsJtg7

    49 min
  • Spreading Joy w/ Fashion Designer Evan Biddell

    Evan Biddell is the creator of 'The Playsuit', an oversized flying squirrel-shaped onesie for any body type that inspires movement and creativity. Evan is also the winner of Project Runway Canada, a former contestant on Project Runway All-Stars, and was a guest host on Drag Race Canada. Evan has produced six runway shows for Toronto Fashion Week and has a newfound success with the creation of The Playsuit. 

    Evan's style is inspired, his enthusiasm contagious, and he's the perfect Cast of Creators guest. He shares today how he got started with the playsuit during lockdown, and raising people's spirits with dance parties in playsuits by selling 'pure joy'. 

    Evan's story is a modern entrepreneurial endeavor about starting with the cash in your wallet to buy fabric, develop patterns, make playsuits, then posting them on social, going viral, and never not looking back. 


    We could tell you more but we would be spoiling what's inside this fabulous episode that, like the playsuit itself, has lots of plus-sized goodness on the inside.

     


    "I'm just gonna make the things that I don't see in the world – and they're going to be useful." ~  Evan Biddell



    In This Episode:

    - Introducing the Werk Suit – unpacking Evan's latest fashion outfit

    - 'If I cannot market it, I am not going to sell it'

    - Making clothes to change people's negative self-talk about body image

    - Selling out your first range faster than hotcakes

    - Shaping your own brand on Instagram 

    - Giving the audience what they want on TikTok (and learning from it too!)

    - Selling a million Playsuits!

    - Evan's origin story – raving and making clothes

    - Winning Project Runway Canada

    - Going into a depression after TV fame

    - Getting started in fashion back in the day versus now

    - Developing your own brand through your own fashion collections

    - Being ‘style’ rather than ‘fashion’ 

    - How do you get into creating your own fabrics?

    - Evan’s advice: ‘start small’ 

    - The peace of mind that comes with a fashion uniform


    And so much more!


    Connect with Evan Biddell:

    - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/biddell/?hl=en

    - TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@evanbiddell

    - Shop - https://biddell.shop/


    Cast of Creators

    - http://castofcreators.com

    - https://www.instagram.com/castofcreators/

    - https://www.twitter.com/castofcreators/

    - https://www.facebook.com/castofcreators/


    Hosts

    - Nelson Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nelsonbthall/

    - Nelson Hvr https://pubhvr.page.link/TNGtwBhb57oSqq6o8

    - Casie Instagram https://www.instagram.com/casiestewart/

    - Casie Hvr https://pubhvr.page.link/fuYj


    Hvr

    - https://hvr.world

    - Hvr Sitepartner program https://hvr.world/sitepartners/

    - Hvr Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hvr_browser/

    - Download Hvr for iOS & Android https://pubhvr.page.link/71qo7WLqpGHTsJtg7

    1 hr 18 min
  • The Secret to Creating Great Content with Joëlle Anello

    How do you go from being a funeral director to a full time lifestyle content creator? This is the fascinating journey of Joëlle Anello, creator of La Petite Noob. She grew up a ‘military brat’ and lives in many places but Joëlle now proudly calls Toronto home. 

    Joëlle Anello's story is one of perseverance. She shares a lot of similarities with our host Casie in that sense, as Casie was also creating content online on Friday nights way before anyone thought it was cool. As Joëlle and Casie agree, why put off until tomorrow what you can do today? 


    As a former Funeral Director, Joëlle could have spent her life consoling people on the death of a loved one. Instead, she took the plunge and committed to creating online content and now makes a living from it, inspiring others to do the same. Joëlle welcomely joins the Cast of Creators as a lifestyle content creator that may leave you a little jealous of the unique career path she's created for herself.


    “I’m (a) content creator and so people will be like, ‘Get a real job’, and I’m like ‘Well listen, I’ve been told to get a real job for like twenty years now!’” ~ Joëlle Anello


    In This Episode:

    - Dads in the military! 

    - What is it like to leave a friend group?

    - How did Joelle end up in Toronto? You’ll never guess why

    - What is it like being a funeral director?

    - The ‘real job’ of content creator

    - Why put off until tomorrow what you can do today?

    - How Casie got started with blogging (while her boss was away)

    - Perseverance. The unsexy tip of doing something consistently

    - When did Joelle know that she could make a go of full-time blogging?

    - Joëlle's first clients and getting started with La Petite Noob

    - The challenges of being a mother and featuring your child in your posts


    And so much more!


    Connect with Joëlle Anello:

    - LinkTree - https://linktr.ee/lapetitenoob


    Cast of Creators

    - http://castofcreators.com

    - https://www.instagram.com/castofcreators/

    - https://www.twitter.com/castofcreators/

    - https://www.facebook.com/castofcreators/


    Hosts

    - Nelson Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nelsonbthall/

    - Nelson Hvr https://pubhvr.page.link/TNGtwBhb57oSqq6o8

    - Casie Instagram https://www.instagram.com/casiestewart/

    - Casie Hvr https://pubhvr.page.link/fuYj


    Hvr

    - https://hvr.world

    - Hvr Sitepartner program https://hvr.world/sitepartners/

    - Hvr Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hvr_browser/

    - Download Hvr for iOS & Android https://pubhvr.page.link/71qo7WLqpGHTsJtg7


    48 min
  • Losing Weight & Gaining Followers with Running Coach Brendan Carpenter

    Brendan Carpenter is a running coach and marathoner who lost 160 pounds. His story has been watched by millions on social media. Brendan shares his journey, his challenges as a creator, his new job, and the viral moments that led to him having a few hundred thousand followers on TikTok. 

    Brendan lost 160 pounds and did you know that our host Nelson also lost a whopping 130 pounds himself? This is an episode about personal creation – shedding weight to realize our dreams. Seeing what’s possible when we really put ourselves out there. From going on air with Ryan Seacrest to becoming a creator and getting signed to an agency, Brendan’s story is an experience that can serve as inspiration for us all. 


    “Once I crossed that finish line it just completely changed my life. It’s not something I ever expected because, like I said, I was 360 pounds and I could not even run for a minute.” ~ Brendan Carpenter


    In This Episode:

    - Nelson’s ocular migraines from caffeine

    - Having that AHA moment when you know that you need to lose weight

    - How Nelson lost 130 pounds using the Bernstein Diet

    - Understanding caloric density

    - How did Brendan start running?

    - Life will take you where you want —  if you just let it

    - Going on-air with Ryan Seacrest

    - Instagram versus TikTok - batch posting and knowing when to post

    - Dealing with Imposter Syndrome

    - What is NOOM and mindful eating all about?

    - What does the future hold for Brendan?

    - Grow through what you go through


    And so much more!


    Connect with Brendan Carpenter:

    - TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@brecarperuns

    - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/brecarperuns/


    Cast of Creators

    - http://castofcreators.com/

    - https://www.instagram.com/castofcreators/

    - https://www.twitter.com/castofcreators/

    - https://www.facebook.com/castofcreators/

     

    Hosts

    - Nelson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nelsonbthall/

    - Nelson Hvr: https://pubhvr.page.link/TNGtwBhb57oSqq6o8

    - Casie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/casiestewart/

    - Casie Hvr: https://pubhvr.page.link/zTEG

     

    Hvr

    - Website: https://hvr.world/

    - Hvr Site Partner Program: https://hvr.world/sitepartners/

    - Hvr Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hvr_browser/

    - Download Hvr for iOS and Android: https://pubhvr.page.link/71qo7WLqpGHTsJtg7

    56 min
  • Serial Entrepreneur Angela Phung on Fashion, Business & Believing in Yourself

    Are you ready for a long, hard laugh with the Cast of Creators? Today’s guest is serial entrepreneur Angela Phung (AKA Hubby), owner of Happy Sundae and aka.THESTORE. Nelson and Casie are chatting with her about self-image, confidence, real estate, and fashion. There is also lots of laughing!

    Welcome to a high-energy conversation that navigates its way from topic to topic as crazily as Angela has navigated her career in food, fashion, branding, TV, and everything else. This is organized chaos that makes perfect sense as a Cast of Creators episode where you, the listener, are left wishing you were there in the Hvr studio with them.

    From unpacking wardrobe space to getting rid of gift cards, cutting up clothing,  and what Angela’s dad taught her about business early on – and then from getting started in fashion to hard lessons learned in real estate –  this is a poignant and hilarious insight into the entrepreneur, the creator, and the singular dynamic personality that is Angela Phung.


    “I had this passion for fashion — it was not celebrated. I remember growing up there’d be many times when my mom was so angry at me deconstructing my clothes and like gluing them back together (cos I didn’t know I had to sew it at the time). I was maybe in Grade 8 — and I wanted to be like Madonna.” ~ Angela Phung


    In This Episode:

    - Casie explains the backstory to the tattoo on her hand  

    - How magic happens when you step outside of your comfort zone

    - Creating space in your wardrobe for new fashion sensibilities

    - How Angela’s father shaped her business acumen (but no longer speaks to him)

    - Starting a central kitchen where you make sauces the same way

    - The pitfalls of being involved in a family business

    - The challenges of being raised in a traditional Asian household

    - Wanting to be like Madonna and getting started in fashion

    - The time Angela’s mom cut up all her creations

    - Studying business to appease your parents and not bring shame to your Asian family

    - Being approached on the street to sell boutique clothing

    - How Angela learned to feed her creative instincts 

    - Angela gets into real estate at the age of 25

    - The downside of becoming a property owner when you can’t evict a tenant

    - Why you have to go confidently in the direction of your dreams

    - Starting an indoor playground brand in London!

    - How Angela got into television

    - Trust your gut and starting aka.THE STORE

    - Owning an ice cream business, Happy Sundae! 

    - Where does the name Hubby come from?


    And so much more!


    Connect with Angela Phung:

    - Website - https://angelaphung.com/

    - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/aka.hubby/

    - aka.THESTORE - https://www.akathestore.com/

    - Happy Sundae - https://www.instagram.com/happysundae.ca/


    Cast of Creators

    - http://castofcreators.com/

    - https://www.instagram.com/castofcreators/

    - https://www.twitter.com/castofcreators/

    - https://www.facebook.com/castofcreators/

     

    Hosts

    - Nelson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nelsonbthall/

    - Nelson Hvr: https://pubhvr.page.link/TNGtwBhb57oSqq6o8

    - Casie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/casiestewart/

    - Casie Hvr: https://pubhvr.page.link/zTEG

     

    Hvr

    - Website: https://hvr.world/

    - Hvr Site Partner Program: https://hvr.world/sitepartners/

    - Hvr Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hvr_browser/

    - Download Hvr for iOS and Android: https://pubhvr.page.link/71qo7WLqpGHTsJtg7

    1 hr 46 min
  • Where Architecture meets Interior Design with Beth Wassermuhl

    Beth Wassermuhl is a fantastic architect and interior designer, who generously shares her love for hotels and interior design – and how she became an architect. She also talks us through the design process of one of her latest projects, which is truly mind-blowing. There are lots of visual treats in this episode too.

    This is a conversation about understanding what humans need to truly thrive in a space. From the bones of a building and its structural integrity, through to where form and function meet, and the beauty of the surfaces you choose. Beth is at the vanguard of this fascinating creative world where innovative architecture meets exquisite interior design. 


    From oversized Alice in Wonderland furniture to breakfast tables set in a swimming pool, or figuring out where the guest's toothbrush will go, there’s a wide range of problem-solving and idea implementation that goes into creating a lavish and functional space for a client.  Beth's extensive history and consummate taste as a creative in this field makes her the perfect Cast of Creators guest to teach us all a thing or two. Thank you Beth! 


    "The smallest thing can have such an impact on the way you feel in a space." ~ Beth Wassermuhl


    In This Episode:

    - How did it all start for Beth? (clue: architecture runs in the family)

    - Miami as the home of architectural inspiration for Beth as a child

    - Appreciating the different scents and aesthetic touches in various hotels

    - Why Beth loves renovations more than a new build

    - The advantages of having an architect who is also an interior designer

    - What is value engineering?

    - Who is the ideal client? 

    - Understanding Studio Wi's creative process

    - From mood board to apartment completion – idea to reality


    And so much more!


    Connect with Beth Wassermuhl:

    - Studio Wi - https://studiowi.ca/

    - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/studiowi_inc/

    - Twitter - https://twitter.com/studio_wi


    Cast of Creators

    - http://castofcreators.com/

    - https://www.instagram.com/castofcreators/

    - https://www.twitter.com/castofcreators/

    - https://www.facebook.com/castofcreators/

     

    Hosts

    - Nelson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nelsonbthall/

    - Nelson Hvr: https://pubhvr.page.link/TNGtwBhb57oSqq6o8

    - Casie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/casiestewart/

    - Casie Hvr: https://pubhvr.page.link/zTEG

     

    Hvr

    - Website: https://hvr.world/

    - Hvr Site Partner Program: https://hvr.world/sitepartners/

    - Hvr Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hvr_browser/

    - Download Hvr for iOS and Android: https://pubhvr.page.link/71qo7WLqpGHTsJtg7

    31 min
  • Making History Cool with Morgan Ross & Old Toronto

    Morgan Ross is a musician, actor, and founder of The Old Toronto Series. Old Toronto is an immensely popular history-focused storytelling platform with 5 million+ impressions monthly and 500 hundred thousand+ followers across their social accounts. Even Drake follows Old Toronto!

    Morgan joins Nelson and Casie in the Hvr studio today to chat about Toronto history, creating the Old Toronto series, and his character on Murdoch Mysteries. This episode covers appreciating Toronto's history and creating short-form content around it, marketing Morgan's beverage, and dealing with people who copy your original ideas. The Cast shares lots of laughs, all while drinking Morgan’s Old Toronto Beer!

    If Drake follows Morgan Ross and the Old Toronto series, why shouldn't you?! Tune in to hear Morgan's take on all things Toronto and relive the 90s "cultural moment" that was McDonald's pizza. IYKYK!

    "I really actually believe that spreading the knowledge of community helps that community in numerous ways. And to be honest, that's why I do it." ~ Morgan Ross


    In This Episode:

    - Where is Morgan actually from?

    - Appreciating Toronto's history as a guest 

    - The art of creating short, consumable content

    - Why being smart is cool

    - What to do when people copy your content

    - Morgan's appreciation of immigration history

    - How does Morgan deal with the haters online? 

    - How do you balance affordable housing demands with other city transit and infrastructure issues? 

    - Is Morgan a skier or a snowboarder?

    - Appreciating Morgan's cameo on Murdoch Mysteries

    - Old Toronto and on brand real estate tie-ins

    - Framing difficult historical issues in a positive way

    - The cultural moment that was McDonald's pizza in the 90s

    - What's next for Old Toronto?

    Connect with Morgan Ross:

    - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/morgancameronross/

    - Website - https://www.oldtorontoseries.com/

    - Old Toronto Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/oldtoronto/

    - Old Toronto Beer - https://longslice.com/beers/metropolitan-pilsner

    Cast of Creators

    - http://castofcreators.com/

    - https://www.instagram.com/castofcreators/

    - https://www.twitter.com/castofcreators/

    - https://www.facebook.com/castofcreators/

     

    Hosts

    - Nelson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nelsonbthall/

    - Nelson Hvr: https://pubhvr.page.link/TNGtwBhb57oSqq6o8

    - Casie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/casiestewart/

    - Casie Hvr: https://pubhvr.page.link/zTEG

     

    Hvr

    - Website: https://hvr.world/

    - Hvr Site Partner Program: https://hvr.world/sitepartners/

    - Hvr Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hvr_browser/

    - Download Hvr for iOS and Android: https://pubhvr.page.link/71qo7WLqpGHTsJtg7

    1 hr 43 min
  • Combining Art, Fashion, & Opportunity w/ Illustrator Talia Zoref

    Talia Zoref is an artist and illustrator who creates live art at fashion show events around the world. She’s sketched Kendall Jenner, Hailey Bieber, Mariah Carey, Celine Dion, Gigi and Bella Hadid, and Naomi Campbell… to name a few! Talia has made the Forbes ‘30 under 30’ list AND she’s also kind of a big deal in the world of NFTs.

    In this endearing episode of Cast of Creators, Talia shares her infectious enthusiasm for art, fashion, and grabbing opportunity when it presents itself. From cold-calling major fashion brands and asking if she can live sketch the runway, to giving strangers her art, it’s all helped to open doors. Talia is a bright shining light of generosity, creativity, and talent!

    She’s also taken her unique drawing style and transferred it into the world of NFTs and Web3. She shares her tricks, learnings, insights, and her ‘joie de vivre’ in this wonderfully inspiring episode of Cast of Creators. 

    “It always pays off to be nice and follow your passion and sketch and share your art.” – Talia Zoref


    In This Episode:

    - Where did it all start for Talia?

    - Learning about blogs in 2012

    - Combining her two dreams of working in fashion and illustrating

    - Studying fashion design in Canada

    - The magical early Instagram days 

    - Sketching fashion brands that lead to commissions

    - Commissions lead to press and attention!

    - Getting invited to fashion shows with mega-celebrities

    - What method does Talia use when sketching live?

    - The time Talia sketched Anna Wintour

    - Making your own good luck by sharing your art

    - How long does it take to sketch a celebrity live?

    - Picking up on the essence of someone when you draw

    - Capturing people through your intuition

    - How we grow by facing our fear of rejection

    - Using different paint mediums

    - Talia’s move into the world of NFTs 

    - The career trajectory of an artist in a pre-digital world versus NOW

    - Understanding generative art

    - Talia’s plans to bring fashion to Web 3.0

    - The beauty of artists getting royalties for their creations


    Connect with Talia Zoref:

    - Website

    - Instagram

    - Twitter

    - Linktree



    Cast of Creators

    - http://castofcreators.com/

    - https://www.instagram.com/castofcreators/

    - https://www.twitter.com/castofcreators/

    - https://www.facebook.com/castofcreators/

     

    Hosts

    - Nelson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nelsonbthall/

    - Nelson Hvr: https://pubhvr.page.link/TNGtwBhb57oSqq6o8

    - Casie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/casiestewart/

    - Casie Hvr: https://pubhvr.page.link/zTEG

     

    Hvr

    - Website: https://hvr.world/

    - Hvr Site Partner Program: https://hvr.world/sitepartners/

    - Hvr Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hvr_browser/

    - Download Hvr for iOS and Android: https://pubhvr.page.link/71qo7WLqpGHTsJtg7

    1 hr 4 min

About Cast of Creators

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Cast of Creators is a podcast hosted by Nelson B. Thall & Casie Stewart at Hvr Studios in Toronto.