Welcome to Studio Notes with Sasha DeWitt - a new podcast for creatives where I'll be chatting with a variety of artists about their creative journeys as well as the nuts and bolts of what goes on behind the scenes when making artwork. This podcast is for artist and art lovers alike. I hope it'll inspire those who are thinking about pursuing art as a career as well as those who are already on their journey. 

In this first episode I speak with Hazel - who creates under the name Nocciola The Drawer. Her wonderfully colourful murals combine strong joyful female charactes with lively patterns. She creates each one with the aim to uplift, inspire, empower and celebrate women. We discuss her journey from the fashion world to becoming a muralist. She speaks about believing in yourself, talent and just getting out there and going for it.  I hope you enjoy this episode!

Find out more about Hazel:

Her wonderful YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/R3w0SHOgNVM

On Instagram:@nocciolathedrawer

Website: https://www.nocciolathedrawer.com

Also with big thanks:

This episode has been made possible with funding from Arts Council England as part of a DYCP grant I received. 

And for anyone out there who is afraid to get started or waiting for everything to be perfect before they begin - I'm practicing what I preach - I'm starting this podcast without everything being perfect (or even remotely close to it) and will learn as I go along. So apologies in advance as I haven't quite mastered sound, but it's a start at least!