Your Art Matters

YOU DON'T NEED TO BE AN EXPERT TO HELP PEOPLE. HERE'S WHY.

I've recorded close to three thousand talks over the last ten years.

And I still don't think of myself as a teacher.

In today's episode, I'm talking about why, and how shifting from "teaching" to "creating experiences" has completely changed the way I build everything, from courses to community to the new project I'm starting this year.

Join me on 13th July for a free masterclass where I break down the steps: from idea to income when it comes to teaching art and building experiences.

You don't need any experience.

We have resources to get your started today!

Click the link to sign up: https://unitedartspace.myflodesk.com/tya

SITTING IN THE UNCOMFORTABLE MIXED WITH 'WHAT IS THE NAUGHTIEST THING YOU DID AS A CHILD?

The last year has been turbulent. That's probably the most honest word for it. I've been running United ArtSpace for ten years, and for six of those years I had a repeatable system that just worked. Launches, events, rinse and repeat.

But something was different. The online world changed. I changed. And for the last twelve months I've been sitting in this uncomfortable, uncharted place of not quite knowing what comes next.

I know a lot of you are sitting in that same place right now. I see it across friends in business and artists too. And I just want to say if that's you, you're not alone and you're not broken. You're in the exploratory phase. The messy middle. The part that comes before things click back into place.

In our Creative Way process, we call this the creative cycle. You start confused, you explore, you experiment and eventually, things start to take shape again. I'm very much in the exploring stage right now. Saying yes to things I wouldn't usually say yes to. Litter picking in my local community. A retreat. Working with corporates like Nestlé and Harrods on confidence and speaking. Things that feel a bit left field but keep pulling me back to the same thread: helping people grow confidence in themselves and their work.

And slowly, that's shaping what Creative Living is becoming.

Now. The Naughty Stories.

I put the question out on socials and the response was something else. I asked, what is the naughtiest thing you have done as a child, listen to the responses in the podcast as they are FUNNY.

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How much time do we spend trying to think our way back to our creativity?

I've done it for years. Sitting with the question, turning it over, trying to figure out the next piece or why things feel stuck. And sometimes that works. But over the last eight months I've been doing something very different and the shift in my confidence, my ideas and the opportunities coming my way has honestly made me stop and pinch myself.

In today's episode, I'm talking about sound, movement and breath, and how leaning into these has reset something in me I didn't even know needed resetting.

THE CREATIVE RESET RETREAT

Join us for a two-day escape in the Shropshire Hills for artists and creatives. Think sound baths, breathwork, shamanic drumming, movement, and two full days away from the noise.

📅 26–27 September 2026 · Ludlow, Shropshire

Click the link to learn more: https://unitedartspace.myflodesk.com/the-creative-reset-retreat

CREATIVITY, CONFIDENCE, STORYTELLING AND THE POWERFUL ROLE CONNECTION PLAYS IN HOW PEOPLE EXPERIENCE AND ENGAGE WITH ART

This weekend, I spent a few days at Ceramic Art London and honestly, it was one of those experiences that stays with you long after you leave.

For anyone who hasn't heard of it before, it's a huge ceramics show in London and such a brilliant event. I went with my friend Sharon, who exhibits there and creates the most beautiful figurative sculptures and fauns.

There was something really powerful about being surrounded by artwork, conversations and people connecting so deeply with what they were seeing. It reminded me that creativity is never just about the finished piece - it's about the story behind it, the energy around it and the connections it creates along the way.

And more than anything, it reminded me of the importance of simply showing up and being in the room.

In this episode, I talk about creativity, confidence, storytelling and the powerful role connection plays in how people experience and engage with art. I also share some reflections from the weekend and why the stories behind your work matter more than you might think - there is a little task for you to do too.

HOW TO GET SUPREME SELF CONFIDENCE IN MINUTES

Confidence wasn't always something I felt.

There was a period in my life where I felt really anxious, especially around people, and even small moments could feel overwhelming.

But I learned something back then, a simple technique, that changed me and I've carried it with me ever since.

In today's podcast episode, I'm sharing that exact technique I've used to get supreme self-confidence!

"You will never be an artist."

It's a strong statement.

But for many people, it's not just a sentence - it's a belief that's slowly formed over time.

From comparison. From doubt. From trying… and not feeling like it's enough.

This is what I unpack in today's podcast episode.

Sign up to our FREE Kickstart Your Art event starting on 13th April - click here: https://unitedartspace.myflodesk.com/ksya

How do you find your style?

I've asked myself this question countless times over my 25 years as an artist. And I know I'm not alone.

Many artists I meet wonder the same thing: How do I know when I've found it?

We see other creatives whose work feels cohesive, recognisable. It's tempting to think style is something you simply "arrive at." But over the years, I've realised it's not about having a polished, consistent look. It's about finding your voice, and letting your life quietly feed it.

If you'd like a little guidance on noticing your voice and tuning into your creativity, our Kickstart Your Art event can help. You can find the link below:

https://unitedartspace.myflodesk.com/ksya

There comes a point in your creative journey where you start to question everything. You're showing up, you're trying, you're taking steps but it still feels like something isn't quite clicking.

I've been there. In fact, as I reflect on ten years of building United ArtSpace, I can see just how many times I felt like I was getting nowhere. And yet, those moments were shaping everything that came next.

If you're feeling that nudge, that sense that there's more for you creatively even if you can't fully see it yet, this is your reminder not to ignore it.

And if you're ready to explore that next step, I'd love you to join us for Kickstart Your Art!

KICKSTART YOUR ART

We have a FREE 3-day LIVE online event to help you start creating work that feels fresh, exciting and truly yours. This event runs from 13th to 15th April.

If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, unsure where to begin or craving something new in your art, this is for you.

Click the link below to save your spot:

https://unitedartspace.myflodesk.com/ksya

Have you ever felt stuck because your goals feel too big, too far away, or just… overwhelming?

It's easy to get paralysed by the "what's next?" in life or in your creative work.

I recently heard a phrase from M in our Creative Living community that really resonated: "Make your goal so small it's ridiculous not to do."

It's a simple idea, but when you break things down into tiny, manageable steps, momentum starts to build almost magically.

Celebrate 10 years of United Art Space with us - grab your tickets for our special in-person event below! https://unitedartspace.myflodesk.com/10-years-of-uas

What if the moment you almost gave up… was actually part of the progress?

I've been reflecting on ten years of creative work, friendships and mistakes - and one truth keeps appearing: creativity compounds.

Here's what I've learned about the long game.

17TH APRIL, 2026

In-person event Join us for an in-person event, where we look at how you live, create, become. A day full of art, connections, fun, afternoon tea, mingling, and lots of workshopping so you feel connected to your art, yourself and others.

https://unitedartspace.myflodesk.com/10-years-of-uas