In this episode of NeedleXChange I welcome back Dr Jack Roberts AKA JPR Stitch.

Jack is a textile artist known for his bold, abstract stitchings and his dedication to daily practice.

In this first half of our conversation, Jack shares the origins of his daily stitching habit, how a holiday doodle grew into a years-long discipline, and the making of his first book.

We explore the discipline of showing up every day, how practice can transform creative work, and the balance between big projects and small daily wins..

For another artist that made their practice into a habit, check out episodes 102 + 103 with Claire Voelkel-Sedlmeir.

Timestamps:

00:01:19 – The Hero's Journey of Home Improvement

00:07:08 – Creating Art Through Daily Stitching

00:12:56 – The Challenges of Book Production

00:18:08 – Overcoming the Fear of Starting

00:22:11 – Finding Balance in a Busy Life00:23:55 – Prioritizing Your Passions

00:26:07 – Trial and Error in Daily Practices

00:27:55 – Exploring Creative Practices

00:30:00 – The Role of Public Accountability

00:31:50 – The Intersection of Art and Administration

00:39:52 – Disseminating Art: The Artist's Journey

00:40:58 – The Importance of Sharing Art

00:42:22 – Understanding Audience Engagement

00:43:42 – Art as Emotional Expression

00:45:30 – Mindfulness in Artistic Practice

Links:

Website: jprstitch.com

Instagram: jpr_stitch

Intro music is Let's Go Find The Sun by Sarah the Illstrumentalist via Epidemic Sound.

About NeedleXChange:

NeedleXChange is a conversation podcast with embroidery and textile artists, exploring their process and practice.

Hosted by Jamie "Mr X Stitch" Chalmers, it is an in-depth showcase of the best needlework artists on the planet.

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