In this episode, I introduce the next aspect of this exploration into vulnerability: the vulnerability journal project

You can listen to the episode to find out what the project is all about, then check out vulnerabilitylifeart.com/journal for more details

I would love to send you a blank journal to see what you create on your page and where it goes from there...

Frank Strunk III is a self-taught artist working in Saint Petersburg, Florida. From a background in commerical printing and construction, he made his way to developing his skills as a metal artist who creates evocative and gentle pieces, like the machine which is holding - or being held by - a delicate dancing balloon of parchment.

Frank shares how he became an artist- not just a person who makes art, but someone who gained the confidence to call himself an artist.

He emphasizes the importance of being authentic, vulnerable, and fully open to the depth of every feeling.

Check out his work at frankstrunk.com or on instagram @frankstrunk3rd

Shaun Stamp is an exceptional, sensitive artist whose work is at once both conceptual and strongly emotional

His pieces span many media, from photography to sculpture and text to installations, addressing themes related to identity, what it means to be human, and making meaningful connections with others

Learn more about Shaun and his work by visiting @shaunstamp on instagram and shaunstamp.com 

Sid Daniels has drawn incredible inspiration from art and music dating from the 1930s to the 1950s, creating dramatic, captivating illustrations, murals & paintings that reflect the unique influences on his work

Sid shares highlights and lessons from his decades of experience as an artist.  And he continues to explore who he is - and is becoming - as he makes and refines his art, every day

Visit @siddanielsofficial on instagram or siddaniels.com for more details about his life and art

Where are you on your journey?  Are you open to learning from and connecting more deeply with other people, power animals, the natural world that surrounds us...?

Eva Blossom talks about the shamanic journey, vulnerability as our truth, and the power of looking into the eyes of another

Visit innerblossom.ca to learn more about gaining greater awareness and healing through the practices of shamanism

What does it mean to be disabled?  And how might we be disabling others despite good intentions?

Duncan Meerding is a lighting and furniture designer-maker from Tasmania.  He's also visually impaired.  How does that affect his work?  I learned a lot about vulnerability, accessibility, and sustainability from our conversation

Be sure to check out Duncan's work on instagram @duncanmeerding or online at duncanmeerding.com.au

Gary Trente is a gifted artist who shares wonderful insights into the act of making art and what it means to him, whether he is painting, drawing, or working through the process of creating his next piece.

Even during those periods in his life when he was doing other things, he never stopped thinking about making art.

Check out his profile @garytrente to see some of his beautifully rendered drawings of the buildings and streets of Manhattan.

Lynda Williams is a pioneer in multiple realms

Among many accomplishments, she wrote a 10-book series set in Okal Rel, a universe of her own creation

She shares her thoughts and experiences of writing, being published, connecting with an audience, and creating works of art in the spirit of #slowculture

Learn more about her work at en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lynda_Williams

Teddy Syrette/Ozhawa Anung Kwe/Yellow Star Woman tells compelling stories about their life as a first nation two-spirit actor, artist, and advocate

The residential school system and what it represents should haunt and inform all Canadians

Follow them on instagram @ozhawa_anung_kwe

My conversation with Jocelyn Lee made me realize how vulnerability and strength truly complement each other

The proof is in her photographs, which marry them in the most exquisite way

Be sure to check out Jocelyn's website jocelynleestudio.com and her work on instagram @jocelynleephotography