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In this episode, I’m joined by my friend Grady Wallace - the full-time artist behind Rad Originals.
Grady shares what it’s really been like to build a life around his art, the pressure that comes with putting your inner world on display, and how returning to curiosity and play has helped him stay connected to his vision.
We talk about the moments of doubt that come with any creative path, the seasons where you feel pushed into fight-or-flight, and how turning toward self-expression can help you move through those intense states with more honesty and intention.
This episode explores:
• what it takes to trust your creative voice
• the emotional side of making art
• burnout, discipline, and reconnecting with your “why”
• how intuition and self-awareness shape your work
• Grady’s new show “Fight or Flight” and the story behind it
Whether you consider yourself an artist or not, this conversation is for anyone who’s ever felt pulled toward something bigger than themselves, anyone who’s had to rebuild trust in their own ideas, or anyone who’s trying to reconnect with the part of them that just wants to make something for the sake of feeling alive.
I hope this one inspires you to show up for yourself, and your ideas.
Connect with Grady/RAD Originals:
Instagram: @g_radoriginals
https://www.radoriginals.ca/
Visit Grady's Fight or Flight Art Show on November 29th at FOOSH Downtown Edmonton Location @ 3PM - 10PM.
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CHAPTERS
02:27 Reconnecting and Creative Journeys
07:06 Balancing Creativity and Business
12:36 Designing Public Art: The Mural Experience
17:16 Manifesting Dreams Through Art
22:19 The Personal Nature of Artistic Expression
28:59 Creative Blocks and Overcoming Challenges
33:09 Nostalgia and Its Influence on Art
37:23 Balancing Creativity and Responsibilities
38:57 Finding Inspiration in Mundane Tasks
41:39 Authenticity in Relationships
46:15 Celebrating Milestones and Progress
48:32 The Courage to Create
50:10 Expressing Emotions Through Art
52:35 The Journey of Self-Discovery
54:25 Manifestation and Letting Go
1:00:11 Embracing Creative Flow
01:02:13 The Godzilla Metaphor: Growth and Environmental Impact
01:04:21 Finding Inspiration in Everyday Life
01:06:47 The Importance of Presence in Creativity
01:08:04 Mindfulness and Action in Creative Processes
01:09:50 The Artist's Journey: Recognition and Sacrifice
01:10:22 The Balance of Art and Reality
01:12:58 The Evolution of Artistic Expression
01:15:55 Manifestation and Abundance Mindset
01:19:56 Navigating Post-COVID Connections
01:23:08 The Value of Art Beyond Monetary Worth
01:24:33 The Energetic Shift in Society
01:26:21 Astrology and Self-Awareness
01:28:46 The Journey of Personal Growth and Acceptance
01:31:48 The Role of Criticism in Artistic Development
01:35:27 Art and Accessibility
01:40:57 Starting Creative Ideas
01:47:05 Navigating Creativity and Self-Doubt