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In this powerful ClockingOut episode, we sit down with independent artist and storyteller Chumwizards (Nicolas Demus) to explore what it really means to build your own creative lane.
π¨ Artist & Storyteller: Nicolas βNickβ Demus
π Project: Demons of Magnolia
πΎ Online Alias: Chumwizards
π Follow Nick (aka Chumwizards)
Instagram: @Chumwizards
X / Twitter: @Chumwizards
LinkedIn: Nicolas Demus
Whether youβre an artist, entrepreneur, or someone dreaming of clocking out of the 9-to-5 world, this episode is packed with real value and honest insight:
π§ What Youβll Learn & Take Away:
.How to turn childhood passion into a career path
.The importance of creating your own opportunities instead of waiting for permission
.Why NFTs and blockchain offer real ownership for artists
.How to navigate burnout, imposter syndrome, and staying consistent
.Using AI to save time and focus more on what you love
.Why your environment growing up might secretly shape your creativity
.The difference between comparing and being inspired
.How to build something meaningful without a studio or big team
.Why itβs okay to pivot, evolve, and grow as a creator
This episode is a deep dive into the mindset, struggles, and wins of an artist carving his own path while still keeping it real, humble, and hopeful.
π Watch now and walk away with inspiration, clarity, and a few creative gems you can apply to your own journey.
π Chapters / Timestamps:
00:00 β Intro + Welcome to ClockingOut
02:00 β Meet Nicholas aka Chum Wizards
03:00 β The Origin of the Name "Chum Wizards"
07:00 β Building an Artistic Persona
07:30 β Childhood Inspiration to Become a Storyteller
10:55 β Realizing the Challenges of Animation
13:00 β Imagination, Parenting & Nostalgia
14:00 β Growing Up in Tehachapi
17:00 β How Environment Shapes Creativity
19:00 β Post-Graduation Reality Check
23:00 β Entering Web3: NFTs & Creative Ownership
26:45 β Why Blockchain Empowers Independent Artists
30:59 β Honest Advice for Artists Using Web3
32:00 β Sandbox Mindset: Creative Freedom Explained
33:45 β How Creators Can Use AI to Work Smarter
37:10 β Tech, Tools & Streaming Tips for Artists
39:20 β Origin of Demons of Magnolia IP
43:00 β The Struggle of Building an IP Alone
46:00 β Using Creativity to Navigate Life
48:00 β What Ownership Really Means as an Artist
50:00 β Advice for New Artists Starting From Zero
54:00 β Making Money Without Selling Out
56:00 β Practice, Progress & Livestreaming
59:10 β Conviction: Showing Up Even When It's Hard
1:08:25 β Redefining Success Over Time
1:11:10 β Simplicity in Art: The Hidden Complexity
1:13:00 β Dealing with Burnout & Imposter Syndrome
1:15:50 β Inspiration vs Comparison
1:21:00 β Final Message: Keep Your Childlike Wonder
1:26:20 β What βClocking Outβ Means to Chum Wizards
#ClockingOut #Chumwizards #CreativeJourney #NFTArt #IndependentCreator #SupportTheHustle #DemonsOfMagnolia
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In this powerful ClockingOut episode, we sit down with independent artist and storyteller Chumwizards (Nicolas Demus) to explore what it really means to build your own creative lane.
π¨ Artist & Storyteller: Nicolas βNickβ Demus
π Project: Demons of Magnolia
πΎ Online Alias: Chumwizards
π Follow Nick (aka Chumwizards)
Instagram: @Chumwizards
X / Twitter: @Chumwizards
LinkedIn: Nicolas Demus
Whether youβre an artist, entrepreneur, or someone dreaming of clocking out of the 9-to-5 world, this episode is packed with real value and honest insight:
π§ What Youβll Learn & Take Away:
.How to turn childhood passion into a career path
.The importance of creating your own opportunities instead of waiting for permission
.Why NFTs and blockchain offer real ownership for artists
.How to navigate burnout, imposter syndrome, and staying consistent
.Using AI to save time and focus more on what you love
.Why your environment growing up might secretly shape your creativity
.The difference between comparing and being inspired
.How to build something meaningful without a studio or big team
.Why itβs okay to pivot, evolve, and grow as a creator
This episode is a deep dive into the mindset, struggles, and wins of an artist carving his own path while still keeping it real, humble, and hopeful.
π Watch now and walk away with inspiration, clarity, and a few creative gems you can apply to your own journey.
π Chapters / Timestamps:
00:00 β Intro + Welcome to ClockingOut
02:00 β Meet Nicholas aka Chum Wizards
03:00 β The Origin of the Name "Chum Wizards"
07:00 β Building an Artistic Persona
07:30 β Childhood Inspiration to Become a Storyteller
10:55 β Realizing the Challenges of Animation
13:00 β Imagination, Parenting & Nostalgia
14:00 β Growing Up in Tehachapi
17:00 β How Environment Shapes Creativity
19:00 β Post-Graduation Reality Check
23:00 β Entering Web3: NFTs & Creative Ownership
26:45 β Why Blockchain Empowers Independent Artists
30:59 β Honest Advice for Artists Using Web3
32:00 β Sandbox Mindset: Creative Freedom Explained
33:45 β How Creators Can Use AI to Work Smarter
37:10 β Tech, Tools & Streaming Tips for Artists
39:20 β Origin of Demons of Magnolia IP
43:00 β The Struggle of Building an IP Alone
46:00 β Using Creativity to Navigate Life
48:00 β What Ownership Really Means as an Artist
50:00 β Advice for New Artists Starting From Zero
54:00 β Making Money Without Selling Out
56:00 β Practice, Progress & Livestreaming
59:10 β Conviction: Showing Up Even When It's Hard
1:08:25 β Redefining Success Over Time
1:11:10 β Simplicity in Art: The Hidden Complexity
1:13:00 β Dealing with Burnout & Imposter Syndrome
1:15:50 β Inspiration vs Comparison
1:21:00 β Final Message: Keep Your Childlike Wonder
1:26:20 β What βClocking Outβ Means to Chum Wizards
#ClockingOut #Chumwizards #CreativeJourney #NFTArt #IndependentCreator #SupportTheHustle #DemonsOfMagnolia