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In this episode, I chat with multidisciplinary artist Ellen Mote, whose creative journey spans continents, mediums, and deeply personal themes. From growing up in Lagos, Nigeria to building a successful jewelry business and returning to painting after motherhood, Ellen’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and reclaiming permission to create without limits.
We explore:
The limiting beliefs Ellen overcame to pursue her art
Her transition from metalsmithing to large-scale abstract painting
How her paintings of the female form reflect identity, motherhood, and imperfection
The power of narrative in marketing art—and the moment she realized her story mattered
How she uses tools like a creative “bingo card” to stay focused and inspired
This conversation is for any artist questioning their path or struggling to fit into one box. Ellen shows us how embracing multidimensional creativity—and telling the truth behind your work—can lead to the most authentic and fulfilling art practice.
Learn more about Ellen on her website and Instagram: https://ellenmoteart.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ellenmote/
Subscribe to Hayley's Art Interest List for Her Reading Girls here.
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In this episode, I chat with multidisciplinary artist Ellen Mote, whose creative journey spans continents, mediums, and deeply personal themes. From growing up in Lagos, Nigeria to building a successful jewelry business and returning to painting after motherhood, Ellen’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and reclaiming permission to create without limits.
We explore:
The limiting beliefs Ellen overcame to pursue her art
Her transition from metalsmithing to large-scale abstract painting
How her paintings of the female form reflect identity, motherhood, and imperfection
The power of narrative in marketing art—and the moment she realized her story mattered
How she uses tools like a creative “bingo card” to stay focused and inspired
This conversation is for any artist questioning their path or struggling to fit into one box. Ellen shows us how embracing multidimensional creativity—and telling the truth behind your work—can lead to the most authentic and fulfilling art practice.
Learn more about Ellen on her website and Instagram: https://ellenmoteart.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ellenmote/
Subscribe to Hayley's Art Interest List for Her Reading Girls here.
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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