In this episode, Sophie and I chat about her journey into lifestyle photography and how motherhood has weaved itself into her craft and creative expression.

We touch on her style of photography, her love of storytelling and her approach to parenting. She has such a natural and honest take on life and I'm sure you'll get a few new ideas or tips for how to navigate some of these topics.

Sophie is launching her new manual photography course in the next 2 weeks and it promises to be so valuable and super practical, so be sure to keep an eye out for that via her instagram page!!

Here are the podcasts Sophie referred to in the interview:

• Unruffled Podcast by Janet Lansbury

• Episode 188 of The Ten Percent Happier Podcast by Dan Harris: Digital Minimalism with Cal Newport

Please let us know what inspired you most in this episode! Share it and tag us @what.sophie.saw and @creativ.and.kin - we'd love to share it!

As always, stay connected and keep creating!

Barbara xx

In this long-awaited episode, we get the full scoop on where and how it all started: Heike's intense love of flowers, her unending creativity and her unstoppable capacity for dreaming big. She's a soon-to-be mom of 5 who grew up on a farm in the Karoo and always dreamt of having a big family and being able to work from home.

We discuss the responsibility that comes with the use of social media, the importance of mentorship and passing on knowledge and the concept of balancing extreme hard work with wholesome family life.

We hope you enjoy this episode! Please share with us the things that inspired you most and tag us @fleurlecordeur & @creativ.and.kin - We'd love to share it!

As always, stay connected and keep creating!

Barbara xx

This episode is meant to encourage and support all of you who are continuing to grow your community, brand or business during what can only be described as an utterly strange and tough time. May you use the ebb & flow of work/inspiration and rest to your advantage during lockdown!

In this episode, I start off by discussing the "5 Questions you need to ask yourself" when wanting to grow an engaged and supportive community. I really believe that the way forward, is to grow your brand in an outward-focused way.

We then dive into a really insightful interview focused on launching a new product-based business, with Elsa Sharp of Blooming Butter. She has successfully launched a brand new line of hand-crafted sunflower butters. We discuss what went into launching her unique business, the importance of mentorship and the beauty of trusting your gut whilst working through new processes; even if that means you learn from mistakes made along the way.

Please share with us the things that inspired you most in this episode and tag us:

@blooming_butter & @creativ.and.kin - we'd love to share it!

As always, stay connected and keep creating!

Barbara xx

In this very real and raw episode; Juanli, Lente and I chat about the birth and growth of "Die Naguilklub" ('The NIght Owl Club')- an inspiration hub for parents in all seasons and phases of their parenting journey. These girls really are a hoot (pun intended), so come along for the ride!!

We delve deep into the trust, vulnerability and honesty needed to form such an amazing partnership - including the similarities and differences between them that make this such a magical team.

We go on to explore the personal growth they've experienced on this journey; from writing with a unified voice and keeping things real, all the way through to laying down the culture for a healthy and supportive online community.

Come along for the ride - the 2nd & 3rd installments of "The Night Owl Club" aka "Die Naguilklub". Listen to the end for ALL the realness and rawness...

Please share with us the things that inspired you most in this episode and tag us @dienaguilklub, @lenteswift, @juanli_theron & @creativ.and.kin

We'd love to share it!

As always, stay connected and keep creating!

Love,

Barbara xx

In this very real and raw episode; Juanli, Lente and I chat about the birth and growth of "Die Naguilklub" ('The NIght Owl Club')- an inspiration hub for parents in all seasons and phases of their parenting journey. These girls really are a hoot (pun intended), so come along for the ride!!

We delve deep into the trust, vulnerability and honesty needed to form such an amazing partnership - including the similarities and differences between them that make this such a magical team.

We go on to explore the personal growth they've experienced on this journey; from writing with a unified voice and keeping things real, all the way through to laying down the culture for a healthy and supportive online community.

Come along for the ride - the 2nd & 3rd installments of "The Night Owl Club" aka "Die Naguilklub". Listen to the end for ALL the realness and rawness...

Please share with us the things that inspired you most in this episode and tag us @dienaguilklub, @lenteswift, @juanli_theron & @creativ.and.kin

We'd love to share it!

As always, stay connected and keep creating!

Love,

Barbara xx

In this episode, Suzanne and I chat about the original post and story behind "Die Naguilklub" - an inspiration hub for parents in all seasons and phases of their parenting journey. This was a late night chat in true Naguilklub-style and you can hear the crickets and owls in the background!

To start with, we focus on being intentional about branding and launching, all whilst creating and building an engaged and authentic community.

We further explore what it means to create a safe space for parents to share their experiences with transparency, how the Naguilklub has shaped its leaders and members and how they celebrate their biggest joys and achievements.

Please share with us the things that inspired you most in this episode and tag us @dienaguilklub, @bravelikeamom & @creativ.and.kin

We'd love to share it!

As always, stay connected and keep creating!

Barbara xx

The exciting possibility of maybe one day seeing your brand in a physical space, is a very real dream for many of us. For Marissa, owner of Konfetti Love, this dream recently became a reality!

In this episode, we chat about the process of taking a brand from an online or service-based capacity into a physical space and shopfront. We focus on the challenges but also celebrate the joys of this process!

We then discuss the importance of networking to build a supportive hub or web around yourself and how to connect with other creatives to form loyal and lasting relationships.

Please share with us the things that inspired you most in this episode and tag us @konfetti_love & @creativ.and.kin - we'd love to share it!

Alternatively, pop an email to [email protected]

As always, stay connected and keep creating!

Love

Barbara xx

This woman's heart beats as wildly as mine for other women's dreams and beautiful journeys. Taz Falconer is the owner of @alchemystore_sa and has created a space for women to move together, irrespective of where they are in their own fitness journey.

In this episode, we chat about the flow from a creative passion into entrepreneurship and retail. For some it's easier than for others to take the plunge, and Taz shares her tips for the naturally "risk-averse' among us, like herself.

We delve into the theme of "doing things even when you're terrified" and working through comparison and imposter syndrome. We also focus on identifying your target audience & clientele and explore the idea of finding other ways to be inclusive when possibly selling an exclusive product.

Please share with us the things that inspired you most in this episode and tag us @tazfalconer & @creativ.and.kin

We would love to share it!

As always, stay connected and keep creating!

Love,

Barbara xx

In this episode, Lauren and I discuss the magic and hardship of writing a first book, overcoming self doubt, celebrating your own successes as well as those of others and the fact that there is enough sun for all of us.

We dive deeper into the how to's of publishing, editing and standing up for what you believe in during this process.

All in all, there's a WHOLE lot of value in this episode and even I walked away from it feeling super empowered!

Share with us the things that inspired you most in this episode and tag us @profuselyprofound & @creativ.and.kin

As always, stay connected and keep creating!

Barbara xx

In this episode, Loraine and I discuss what it means to have a full-time job and grow a creative business driven by passion, alongside it. It involves many "juggling acts" and "straddling tricks" especially when there's a family involved! This is where we get practical in this episode about dividing up your time and scheduling certain tasks or simply blocking out time.

We chat about Loraine's growth as a brand and business over the past 3 years, what she did first and how much time she gave herself. Then we dive deep into time management and a typical day divided between corporate and 'creative'.

If you are also growing and scaling a product-based business or even a small business alongside your day job, this episode is jam-packed with actionable tips and definitely a must-listen!

Share with us the things that inspired you most in this episode and tag us @loraineroux.collection & @creativ.and.kin

As always, stay connected and keep creating!

Barbara xx