In celebration of Earth Day 2024, Gianna Andrews interviews entertainer, artist, and wildlife conservationist, Morgan Richardson. We chat about how Morgan uses his art and entertainment to spread awareness about a cause he is passionate about and the winding journey he took to get there. Morgan believes that anyone can make a difference for wildlife. Through his design studio Mangolin Creative, he uses colorful art to create immersive experiences that connect with audiences around the world. Morgan has worked with an impressive portfolio of brands such as Walt Disney, Paramount Entertainment, Nickelodeon and more. This is a conversation on conservation that you don't want to miss!

I am excited to welcome Morgan Zion to the podcast this SUnday. Morgan is not only and artist and muralist but also a yoga and wellness instructor. My mind was blown when she explained how she runs two full-time businesses at once. We chat about how she got her start with both passions and how she keeps a balance daily and yearly. It was clear from our conversation that Morgan is such a wonderfully positive human who brings light to whatever space she enters. 

Disclaimer: Please excuse a few unfortunate audio moments. Constantly striving to improve on the audio for the podcast!

More on Morgan Zion:

https://www.instagram.com/morganzion_/ 

https://www.instagram.com/morgan_smile/

https://www.morganzion.com/

More on Gianna Andrews:

https://giannaandrews.com/

https://www.instagram.com/giannaandrews/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/giannaandrews/

Listen to Studio Sundays on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1AUnvoYr0yKqnzn2lndGm6 

"So You Wanna Be An Artist?" book written by Gianna for the aspiring artist: https://amzn.to/3I1lHfe

This week on Studio Sundays I am excited to welcome Damien Etchaubard, head of Patagonia workwear. Damien is truly one of those people who lives life to it's fullest, whether that be through his outdoor adventures or purpose driven work. We chat about Damien’s path that led him to working for one of the most progressive brands in the world. Patagonia workwear is working hard daily to save our home planet, harboring a connection with our food, farmers, the soil, and more.

Erik Abel is a talented surf and outdoor artist who has developed a unique style and is well known in the industry. I've personally looked up to Erik for years. Erik shares his origin story of a young man on a walk about, who eventually needed a vacation of a vacation and decided to pursue his passion for art full time. Since, Erik has built a successful art empire, is now a dad, husband, and strives for a seemingly unattainable balance in his life. Can creativity and business work together simultaneously? Or does applying a business to your art crush your creativity? Find out in this podcast!

Erik's Website

Erik's Instagram

Gianna's Website

Gianna's Instagram

Gianna's Book: So You Wanna Be an Artist?

This week’s Spotlight is the talented fine artist Velia De Iuliis. Her gorgeous art focuses on flora and fauna that is threatened by extinction. We chat about her environmental messaging behind her art, the nuances behind the fine art world, and striving for success. Plus, Velia shares some exciting personal news! I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did.

Velia's Website: https://veliadeiuliis.com/

Excited to welcome this week's spotlight, contemporary fine artist and gallery owner, Erin Oostra. I first learned about Erin's work as we both hang in the same gallery in Seattle (Venue, Ballard), and was struck by her use of modern techniques combined with Pacific Northwest inspiration. We chat about Erin's work in building an arts community in the Central Washington area, how she manages running two businesses, and her future aspirations. I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did!

This week I was excited to connect with professional storyteller, Chris Giuseppini. Chris got his start in filmmaking after an "aha" moment in high school theater. He followed his path to filmmaking and now works with businesses and solopreneurs to help them grow their social media followings. He has a growing YouTube following giving intentional lifestyle advice. We even chat about my brand a bit as he gives consulting advice about the power of sticking with one thing in order to master it.

Chris's Website: https://sondormedia.com/

Meet this weeks Studio Sundays Spotlight, Sarah Robbins. Sarah is a muralist and illustrator. Her work is inspired by working with organizations that have a cause and make the world a better place. Not to mention, her mural business is booming, so much so that she not only employs herself full-time but also her husband. We chat about burnout, the creative process, and more. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did!

More on Sarah:

https://sarah-robbins.com/

More on Gianna:

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This weeks’ spotlight, Jackie Collins, began her career as a professional dancer and now runs an award winning artist agency, Fillin Global. We talk about her daily life as a professional, her love of both LA and NYC, what NOT to do as an artist, and the important role she plays in facilitating relationships between artists and brands. There is so much to learn from Jackie. It was inspiring to connect with such a successful entrepreneur! I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did.

More on Jackie & Fillin Global:

https://fillinglobal.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackie-collins-0b5950b/

More on Gianna:

https://giannaandrews.com/

https://www.instagram.com/giannaandrews/

Meet this week's Studio Sundays Spotlight, Laura Burkhart. If you don't know her work, you should. She creates beautiful art that I've been obsessed with for years. Laura has built her career as a successful full-time fine artist specializing in landscape painting and woodworking inspired by her home in the Pacific Northwest.

More of Laura:

https://www.instagram.com/lauraburkhart

https://www.lauraburkhartcreative.com/

More of Gianna:

https://www.instagram.com/giannaandrews/

https://giannaandrews.com/