Creative Footnotes

A Creative Astronaut himself, Quintin takes us on a journey through his incredible creative experience as a professional footwear designer and instructor at the collegiate level. Passion and inspiration ooze from Q as he shares valuable knowledge on finding success in your passions and sticking to them.

I met this next guest as he toured the USA playing bass with musician Kenzo Creegan, Jake Minter joins us to talk about his experiences as a musician! He shares stories of his adventures as a traveling bassist.

Listen to Janie explain her attraction to the strange and how it impacts her creative expression in multiple mediums! She also talks about the importance of sustainability in fashion, for beginners.

Rosemary has been acting since the 4th grade when she joined the school play to gain her grandfather's favor. 12 years later it's the only thing she's good at. Laugh with us this week as we talk performance arts and favoritism!

Episode 2 of Creative Footnotes welcomes our first flow artist guest ~ Fantasie, aka Sierra, who takes us on her journey with the plastic circle and the other flow props that came into her life after the circle. She recounts her 2023 Burning Man experience and shares thoughtful advice to aid individuals who may be wondering how to get started with flow arts.

Season 2 starts off strong with Lala Luna, a creative force to be reckoned with. A blossoming songwriter and actress, she offers a unique whimsical touch to the country pop music scene. Listen to us chat about inspiration, creative influences, and the challenges of being self-motivated! I am introducing two juicy new segments for my listeners this year: On This Day in Art History, 2-5mins talking about impactful moments that happened on or around this day in art history, and a 2 card Tarot pull for the creative collective.

As the first season of Creative Footnotes comes to a close, I was so happy to have a visit from my best friend and a chance to have him as a guest on my podcast. Emanuel and I chat about website design and marketing. He explains how he uses his knowledge to unify the elements of design as well as consider the important components of numbers. He shares his thoughts on how technology empowers communication and art. Tune in with us to wrap up the new year!

‘midsoul’ is singer, songwriter, producer, and designer Jesús Pineda’s artistic project. Together, we reflect on his passionate interest in exploring new ways for creative expression, making beautiful things that can ultimately transcend and connect with anyone who listens. I pick his brain about how he unifies his background in both design and music to make creative decisions in his work.

Feeling thankful, grateful and blessed to be spending my free time talking with such talented people. This Thanksgiving, tune in for the perfect after-dinner treat pairing to hear about lights, camera, action with Laura Mason! She tells us what it is like to grow up with a passion for the stage, the journey to finding an agent, getting an MA in her feild, and so much more.

Have you ever wondered what it takes to work on a team of creatives in the professional world? Where do businesses go for their creative advertising ideas and what is the process from concept, to pitch to final presentation? This week Nikki Méndez , Art Director, answers my many questions about the marketing world for a creative type.