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Connect with Scott https://instagram.com/youbringfire https://twitter.com/youbringfire https://youbringfire.com Find full show notes at: https://creativesignite.com/scott-biersack-where-are-they-now-series/ We are continuing with the Where are They Now series. I expect I might get a little teary because my mom is not here for the first time in years, but I am going to do my best this week. I am getting to interview one of my favorite guests from the years. I have interviewed Scott Biersack, quite a few times over the 10 years of the podcast. Here are a few things I love about Scott: 1. He is willing to try new things 2. He loves learning 3. He is empathetic and hasn't had it easy, and isn't afraid to tell those hard stories 4. He is inspiring, he is willing to get dirty, and commit to practicing his craft on a weekly basis. There are many other things and he has had lots of learning and changes since we last spoke in 2018. I hope you will join me for this episode. _______________________ Follow Creativ

Connect with Amarilys Website: https://watercolordevo.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/watercolordevo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@watercolordevo https://www.spoonflower.com/profiles/watercolordevo Get your "Fun with Blobs" book https://creativesignite.com/product/fun-with-blobs-volume-1/ We are continuing with the Where are They Now series. There is no doubt my guest this week was top on my list. Amarilys Henderson is probably my favorite Skillshare teacher. She is an author, an illustrator, an artist who sells her items in her shop on her site, but also licenses her work, she has a community, and has teaches classes on her own platform. She has had some big shifts in her teaching and her art licensing that we'll talk about. Amarilys is inspiring to me for many reasons, here are five: 1. Her faith is at the center of her work. 2. She is always trying something new. 3. She has multiple income streams. 4. She doesn't give up. She is exploring and experimenting. 5. She shares what she knows, free

Connect with Bob bob-ewing.com twitter/Instagram: @bobewing_ Https://instagram.com/bobewing_ Https://twitter.com/bobewing_ Find full show notes at: https://creativesignite.com/bob-ewing-where-are-they-now/ Episode 434 is LIVE on March 1, 2023 at 11:30am PT / 2:30pm ET / 7:30pm GMT / 9:30am in Hawaii After 10 years of the podcast I have interviewed many people. There are a few people I want to interview again, some people's lives have changed a lot. I hope you will join me this week as I interview my friend, Bob Ewing and we talk about him going from a full time for someone else and freelancing to now full time for himself. This year I am working on growing my YouTube channel and starting this month I am going to be releasing content just on there. Make sure you are subscribed to my YouTube channel @creativesignite to get this extra content. Tell me what you think in the comments. Join us live each week and become part of the Creatives Ignite Family, subscribe and get the link to come to the live reco

Connect with Jody: FeralGiant.com / @FeralGiant on all socials RamblinManPod.com / @RamblinManPod on all socials Find full show notes at: https://creativesignite.com/the-power-of-mentors/ Episode 433 LIVE on SATURDAY, February 25, 2023 at 7:30 pm GMT / 2:30 pm ET / 11:30 am PT / 9:30 am in Hawaii Jody Collins is a community builder, designer, and believes in mentoring. I met Jody at an AIGA leadership retreat quite a few years ago. He is funny, engaging, passionate, and talented. Jody is a natural great leader, because he is always lifting others, and checking on them to make sure everyone is on the path. Jody is also a talented illustrator and podcaster. He is interested in many things including printmaking. Our conversation will dive into the mentors who made a difference in his life and why he is so passionate about helping others. LOVE ON DESIGNERS Week 4 is CONNECT This week I want you to reach out to someone you don’t know and tell them how their work / life has inspired you. Some ideas you ca

Follow Dameon: https://www.dameonwilliams.com/visual-design https://www.instagram.com/dameon_williams/ https://linktr.ee/dameon_williams https://www.retrosupply.co/?rfsn=692287.b957b https://www.inprnt.com/gallery/dominacus/ Find full show notes at: https://creativesignite.com/abcs-of-february-with-dameon-williams/ Episode 432 LIVE on February 15, 2023 at 7:30 pm GMT / 2:30 pm ET / 11:30am PT / 9:30am in Hawaii There are so many benefits of having a regular creative practice. Starting your own challenge, celebrating during a specific month, or even joining in with others during something like inktober aids you in getting better. This week we talk to my friend Dameon Williams. He is an illustrator, UX designer who is someone I look up to. His creative learning practice is something I have been trying to emulate. Dameon makes learning and mastering a new technique or tool look easy. But he has been practicing learning and developing his flexibility with illustration and illustration tools for years. He h

Connect with Robin https://www.robinlanda.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinlanda/ https://www.instagram.com/proflanda/ https://twitter.com/rlanda Find full show notes at: https://creativesignite.com/the-new-art-of-ideas-with-robin-landa/ I can't tell you how many Robin Landa books I own. I even have multiple copies of the same book. That is how much I love what Robin creates. This book was no different. I have the physical copy and the audible version. Robin Landa is a professor, an author, a designer, and an inspiration. She has written over 20 books (25 I think), I use them with clients, in my creative practice, and in my research. This book was great at setting a framework for new ideas. It gives suggestions on how to tackle projects differently. There are tons of stories and examples inside the pages. ALSO this is WEEK 2 of LOVE ON DESIGNERS Week 2 is ENCOURAGE Create a post with an encouraging phrase or video on social media specifically to someone who needs a lift. Tag them and me. Remember t

Find full show notes at: https://creativesignite.com/love-on-designers-2023 Back in 2018 my friend Kim Panella and I decided to take the month of February to love on our friends, mentors, co-workers and people starting in the field, also taking a week to do some self-love. This is not limited to Designers only but any Creative. WEEK 1 is ENERGIZE Take someone to coffee, bring someone an espresso, soda, or red bull. Post an energizing quote and tag a friend who could use some energizing (remember to use the #loveondesigners tag) Then snap a photo and use the hashtag #loveondesigners when you post it and tag me @creativesignite when you post. Week 2 is ENCOURAGE Create a post with an encouraging phrase or video on social media specifically to someone who needs a lift. Tag them and me. Remember to use the hashtag #loveondesigners Direct message someone and let them know you have seen their work and know how much time and energy they have been putting into it and it isn’t going unnoticed. Week 3 is RECH

Connect with Brian: https://instagram.com/yesbrianperry https://www.linkedin.com/in/yesbrianperry/ https://www.facebook.com/yesbrianperry Website, etc: www.yesbrianperry.com The new album, Yes, And is available now as is my most recent book, The Myth Of Certainty… And Other Great News. (And get your FREE “Transformative Storytelling” video & guide, too.) Email: connect@yesbrianperry.com Find full show notes at: https://creativesignite.com/this-isnt-where-i-thought-id-be This week I have an old friend and fellow creative entrepreneur, Brian Perry. Brian is a singer, songwriter, life-coach, and author. We are going to talk about his latest book, "The Myth of Certainty" and his journey with mental health. As we wrap up this month of focusing on getting our thoughts and minds in a place that works for us not against us, we talk about where we thought we'd be. Often our dreams and our ability to create a plan to get us to that dream is unclear or fuzzy. There were so many moments in the book where I was hit

Find full show notes at: https://creativesignite.com/the-lies-i-need-to-stop-telling-myself/ I often tell myself things I should be doing, or things I should be improving, or things I should be learning. But there are only 24 hours in everyday and we are supposed to sleep for one third of those hours. I am teaching a class about self promotion on social media. In class I asked the students how they use social media. Most stated that they consume but rarely share. If they do share it is not their design work. They said they were scattered and weren't sure what to post. One student said he posts things he is proud of. And I thought afterwards, if I waited until I was proud of something I would never post either. Social Media and self promotion like any campaign should be planned. UH OH there I go shoulding again. The question is how do I share what I am learning and not feel like a fraud or an imposter. If I tell myself I will start sharing when I don't feel like an imposter, I will probably never sta

Mario's links Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themarioquezada/ Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marioquezada/ Website: https://madexmaker.com Find full show notes at: https://creativesignite.com/new-year-new-focus-new-mindset-with-mario-quezada/ This time of year can be hard. It can also be stressful, the pressure to make changes, the pressure to produce more, to know your direction, and to take action. How do you handle the new year? How is your mental health starting in January? I am positive but also I can put a lot of pressure on myself. Are you like that? This week I am having my friend and coach, Mario Quezada on the show to talk about his practices at the beginning of the year. Maybe you are like me, hopeful but also need some practical tips on developing a healthier mindset this year. We are also talking about how Mario is taking action this year. This episode was recorded LIVE onWednesday, Jan 11, 2023. You can always join us for the live taping experience and be part of the co

Connect with Melinda https://melindalivsey.com https://www.instagram.com/melindalivsey/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/melindalivsey/ https://www.youtube.com/@melindalivsey1 Find full show notes at: https://creativesignite.com/systems-process-with-melinda-livsey/ To wrap up the series on Process I thought there was no one better than to ask Melinda Livsey back on. She has a unique approach to guiding brand strategist through finding and practicing their system and process. There are so many frameworks out there. It gets overwhelming. If you are trying to learn something new or pivot and you want to make sure you are doing it right. But what is right to someone might not be right for you. I can't wait for this conversation. I hope you will join me live and understand why I love how Melinda runs her groups and helps people find their way. Join us LIVE on Wednesday, Dec 7 at 11:30am PT / 2:30pm ET / 7:30pm GMT / 9:30am in Hawaii Signup here to get the link delivered to your inbox 30 minutes beforehand. http

Find full show notes at: https://creativesignite.com/celebrating-10-years/ This week I am excited to open up the floor to the Creatives Ignite Community and celebrate this tenth year (again) with you. This has been a year of struggle and overcoming for a lot of us. It has been one of the hardest years for me personally. I needed a celebration and wanted to have an opportunity this year to introduce y'all to Ashleigh Barkley who has worked with me to produce the show for almost nine years. We will also talk to a few past guests and long time watchers. If you are interested in coming on tomorrow live and answering a few questions about your experience with the show. Here are the questions: 1. Do you work alone as an entrepreneur or are you the sole creative in a larger company? 2. What is a memorable moment for you from the podcast? 3. Why do you regularly tune in? 4. How did you find the show? 5. Have you learned something from an episode that you implemented? 6. How has this community played a r

https://creativesignite.com/imagination-exercise-a-conversation-with-friends Maura McDonald https://www.artbymaura.com Https://instagram.com/mo_illustrates Harrison Mills https://instagram.com/mills_of_thrills Paul Nylander: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulnylander/ https://www.instagram.com/paulnylander/ Anna McBrayer: annamcbrayer.wixsite.com/graphic-artist This week I am excited to have invited a few friends on to talk about this 30 day challenge we have embarked on. You can pick it up and join in anytime. It doesn't have to be in line with the beginning of a month. It only has to be something that you want to do to stretch your creativity and imagination. We are diving into how different we all think and how we see different things and sometimes the same things in the same shapes. You can start too and do this with us. These Creative Calisthenics worksheets will get you to exercise your imagination a few minutes each day for the next month. https://creativesignite.com/imaginember/ I will be joi

Learn More about Sandi YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/sandihester Insta: https://instagram.com/sandihesterart @sandihesterart Classes: https://sandihesterclasses.com/ Sandi's Website: https://www.sandihester.com/ Episode 423 was live on Nov, 9, 2022. Find full show notes at: https://creativesignite.com/sandi-hester-sketchbooks-as-process-tool/ Sandi Hester is an artist and has a fantastic channel on YouTube called "Bits of an Artist's Life." I found her this summer and she was just the medicine I needed. She is always growing and trying new things in her art. Sandi's process really struck me because she takes limited tools out and does many variations on one scene. She takes visual notes of a place then once back in the studio on the bigger canvas she takes all her visual notes and constructs a larger painting. I know we do sketches as designers but for some reason her process seemed different and more freeing to me. She was able to explore and seems to always know something else can fix it. She doe

Follow Mario: Mindset Reboot: https://madexmaker.com/mindset-reboot-conference Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themarioquezada/ Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marioquezada/ Website: https://madexmaker.com Episode 422 Nov 2, 2022 Find full show notes here: https://rechargingyou.com/a-conversation-about-process-with-mario-quezada/ In all my self investigation this summer a conversation that my friend Mario and I had about our process has come up in my mind again and again. I have thought a lot about my process and how it has changed over the years. Things I have learned and as a result of trying things I have either adopted new steps or clung harder to my tried and true processes. Mario and I are going to return to this conversation and share how our processes have changed. We specifically talked about how Mario would start a notion project and how I was doing it. It actually was interesting and made me realize I start lots of things in a similar manner. How does your process evolve? W

Episode 421, Aired LIVE on Oct 26, 2022 This week on the show I will be talking about the on-going battle in my head of my self-shaming. I am trying to face the ugly and learn from it instead of running from it. I have avoided this ugliness by getting busy and not facing the thing. So many things in my life God is bringing to my attention and reminding me of my tendency to avoid instead of face. To get the link for the live taping sign up here: https://rechargingyou.com/signup Join me for a Workout for your Imagination for a month. Check it out here: https://rechargingyou.com/imaginember/ _______________________ Follow Creatives Ignite: Our website: www.rechargingyou.com Find full show notes at: https://rechargingyou.com/the-urge-to-put-my-head-in-the-sand/ Connect on Instagram @CreativesIgnite & Twitter: @creativesignite Linked In: LinkedIn.com/company/creatives-ignite Or email me at diane [at] rechargingyou.com Creatives Ignite helps solopreneurs like you by providing workshops, coaching, and a co

https://instagram.com/ryansworth https://instagram.com/elevationcrtv https://instagram.com/elevationfilm https://elevationchurch.org/creative-apprenticeship Episode 420, LIVE on Wednesday, October 19, 2022 I heard Ryan's story at Design Revival (https://designrevival.ga an awesome conference in Columbus Georgia) this past August. I was struck by his ability to grow, adapt, recognize the places where he needed to grow, and the leadership and direction he was given. Ryan is the Creative Director at Elevation Church. He has worked at the church for 16 years. His story is inspiring and makes me think about how I can reframe my attitude which will help me to impact others. Ryan focuses on helping others, he has learned how to be a great leader and isn't afraid to hire people who are better designers than himself. Lots of people burn out after years working at a church. How does Ryan avoid burnout? How does he build up his team? I am thankful to have met him and so happy to hear his story. I am excited t

https://www.glitschkastudios.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/GlitschkaStudios https://www.instagram.com/vglitschka/ https://twitter.com/vonster Find full show notes at: https://rechargingyou.com/von-glitschka-dealing-with-burnout/ I have been in awe of and inspired by Von Glitschka for years. He always seems to be doing something new and working on a self-initiated side project, teaching something, working for clients, speaking at events, and being a front runner in our industry. I wanted to ask him how. How he is able to do all this? Manage his time, his energy, his clients, his relationships and stay fresh and not burn out. After over 20 years in our industry, Von is still setting bars high. He is innovating and making a difference in the lives of his clients and in the lives of designers and illustrators around the globe. I am thankful to call him my friend and I am excited to hear the answers to these questions. _______________________ Follow Creatives Ignite: Our website: www.rechargingyou.com Conne

https://pippatankobranding.com https://instagram.com/pippatankobranding https://www.linkedin.com/in/pippatanko-brand-photographer/ Episode 418 Are you afraid of niching? Do you really want to pivot and focus on a different type of client than you have in the past? Our guest this week, Pippa Tanko, did just that she went from shooting families and babies to photography That focused on companies and their owners. We will find out why she made the shift and how the transition has gone. We will also ask how she avoids burn out and how she kept going when it got hard. Pippa is a brand photographer from South Africa based in the U.K. I can’t wait for you to hear her story. Sign up to get the link at https://rechargingyou.com/signup You can always join us for the live taping experience and be part of the community. Come a little early and introduce yourself in the chat, say hey & tell me where you are located in the world. _______________________ Follow Creatives Ignite: Our website: www.rechargingyou.com Fin

Part 1 can be found: https://rechargingyou.com/burnout22/ Part 2 can be found: https://rechargingyou.com/messymiddle/ Part 3 can be found: https://rechargingyou.com/the-new-normal-summer2022/ Episode 417 aired on Wed. Sept 28, 2022. I wanted to finish this series with some of the pieces I learned the most from, as well as the ones I am most proud of. Some I am not proud of for the way they turned out but rather for the mindset shift I was able to see in how I looked at my art and what I was expecting from myself. I hope you can take something from what I learned about myself this summer. I know that connecting or rather reconnecting with making was a big struggle but implementing this as a regular practice, simply making expecting to learn, expecting mistakes, expecting less than perfect has changed me for the better. Thanks for listening to this journey and coming alongside me for this ride. You can join us live by getting on the list. Sign up to get the link at https://rechargingyou.com/signup ____