Explore Your Core
Elise Marcianti
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The Explore Your Core podcast talks with people who have paved their own path in the creative, adventurous or entrepreneurial field and explores how the followed their passions and purpose and built the resilience to keep persevering
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Aug 21, 2023
Going the distance | Bailey Seamer
I’m joined with Bailey Seamer who has just completed the huge 5500km, 14 month hiking journey up the East Coast for mental health. We talk about her long journey with Bipolar and how her walk came to be as well as some of the challenges faced along the way @wandering_minds_walk
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Aug 6, 2023
Mindful Ambition | Inside Lane
Today I am joined with Jesse, performance coach from Inside Lane where we talk about mindset, goals and ambition. About how having an experimental mindset can change a failure to learning and can foster curiosity. We also talk about how you can treat being uncomfortable like it’s a muscle- to start small and through repetition slowly build it up.
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Jul 30, 2023
Seggy | The Process
I’m joined with Seggy who is currently walking the most South, East, North and West points of Australia. He’s tucked himself in the corners of the servo eating cereal from a coffee cup and I sat in my car on the side of the road to make this call happen. It’s an incredible conversation about the process, life on the move- the high and lows that come with that and the insights he’s had into the lives of others he’s met on this journey.
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Jun 27, 2023
Honouring the past self | Savannah
I am joined by Savannah, recording from a yoga village were we got together to talk about the journey it took for her to end up here and how important it is to show up for yourself in recovery even when people cant see you fighting for it. We discuss relationships with food, our past, ourselves and with people and some of the beautiful things that come from choosing recovery.
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Jun 18, 2023
Seeing life with colour | Anita Nevar
I am joined by erotic pop artist Anita Nevar who was born, raised and married in a cult until she decided to leave- which led her to exploring all the things she was never allowed to express through art
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May 31, 2023
Perspective | Justine
In this episode I am joined with Justine an incredible woman and adventurer who recently went through a life threatening illness that changed her perspective and priories. We talk about her journey through the illness, what mattered most to her when she was on almost on her death bed and her attitude on life now
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May 21, 2023
50th Episode | Elise the Host
For the 50th episode of the Explore Your Core Podcast the host Elise talks about the evolution of the podcast and the themes seen across 50 conversations with athletes, entrepreneurs and artists paving their own path. She also talks about her journey and where her interest in this all began.
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Mar 21, 2023
Life on the road | Bert Boute
I am joined with Bert Boute, someone who has been travelling solo around the world by motorbike for the last 4 years. We talk about minimalism and how that changes your perspective, way of living and how it provides gratitude. We also talk about planning and making decisions on the road how to know what’s the right choice as well as the balance between searching for places to see, travelling intuitively and dealing with the fear of missing out.
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Mar 7, 2023
Dreaming big | Erchana
In this episode I am joined by Erchana (Tip To Toe) who just completed a world record run, running a marathon a day for 150 days which stretched to over 6000km over 5 months. Erchana has shown us something we didn’t know was possible and we delve into her mindset of why she did her run, facing doubts, dreaming big and how she not only got herself to the starting line (which she believes is that hardest part) but also finishing something unimaginable.
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Feb 26, 2023
Following the feeling | Ry
In this episode I am joined by Ry the cofounder of Cool 2Be Conscious which is a powerful movement helping people live more consciously through breathwork. Ry shares his story where he realised what he was doing wasn’t making him happy and how he quit work, sold his van and moved to Australia following a feeling, rather than any logic which turned into the Cool 2Be Conscious movement it is today. We talk about how looking healthy doesn’t always mean you are heathy from within and discuss concepts around balance, perspective trust and following the feeling. To find your nearest breathwork location or community and to hear more from Ry and Ru follow @cool2beconscious on Instagram
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Feb 17, 2023
A new perspective | Kat Gurciullo
In this episode I am joined by Kat Gurc, someone I met at the Cool2BeConscious breathwork sessions where she opened up about a life altering accident in Thailand. Kat shares her story about the addicent and the change in perspective it gave her. We tak about the importance of human connection and how her injuries gave her a new sense of gratitude for the small things we often take for granted.
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Feb 3, 2023
Living your own life | Georgie Chambers
In this episode I am joined by Georgie Chambers who I met through the cold water club @the.coldwaterclub. We talk about how emotionally and physically isolating injury can be and how that sparked the begging of her eating disorder after an ACL injury. We talk about how easy things are to snowball and get out of hand and how slowing down through yoga showed just how busy her mind was. We talk about easy it is to be distracted as well as how healing it is to immerse yourself in nature and disconnect
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Jan 19, 2023
Living with intention | Daygin Prescott
I am joined with Daygin Prescott, a sought after adventure photographer who I met during the snow season and was in awe of the moments he’s captured outdoors as well as his determined mindset. He’s now chasing the rocks and the adventure as a full time photographer. We talk about how important it is to be surrounded by inspiring people to show you what is possible but also how key it is to not get caught up in comparison. We also chat about powerful it is to intentionally put yourself in places where there are opportunities for growth and also how beneficial it is to just go out there and do it. You can find some of Daygin’s work on Instagram at @dayginprescott or his website www.dayginprescott.com. Would love to know if you have any questions or comments in the reply below.
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Nov 18, 2022
Slowing down | Taylor Bradley
In this episode I am joined with Taylor Bradley, joining from over in Thailand. Taylor is an international yoga teacher who I met at a yoga retreat. We delved into topics around emotions and masculinity and talked about the importance of slowing down as it allows you to explore your internal world. Taylor shares his journey overcoming cancer and how it changed his perspective on life.
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Nov 1, 2022
Paving your own path | Nikki Langman
In this episode I am joined by Nikki Langman, international speaker, author and facilitator in emotional intelligence. We speak about how she paved her own path from being in the grips of addiction to a path filled with ambition, purpose and self-awareness. We talk about how easy it is to go off the right path because we buy in to peoples expectations and ideas and how easy it is to get lost in the noise and chaos around us. We discuss ways to change your path which requires a redevelopment of your mindset and encompasses first, knowing then admitting then accepting. We talk about self-belief vulnerability and bravery which can help foster the courage to go on a path that serves you. You can find out more about Nikki or read her book How To Be A Badass at https://www.nikkilangman.com/
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Oct 8, 2022
Surviving the snow season | Bridie Rawson
In this episode I am joined with Bridie Rawson, founder of Tough Tits, outdoor enthusiast and rad chick. We talk how Tough Tits has created a community and helps females feel supported getting into outdoor sports. We talk about the importance of having the right people and influence around you and how important it is to stay on top of your mental health during a snow season. We chat about the party culture and Bridie’s experience doing a month sober as well as the clarity that has come being recently diagnosed with ADHD.
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Sep 30, 2022
Surviving to thriving | Liv Robinson
In this episode I am joined by Liv Robinson, artist athlete and mental health advocate
She shares her journey through an eating disorder and how losing her identity allowed her to recreate it. Together, we talk about how its fundamental as humas to want to feel included, liked and accepted and how Liv turned her unhealthy ways of fulfilling those needs to more healthy ones. We also talk about the importance of mental health for our physical health and our physical health for our mental health and some tips to help improve it. https://melbmara2022.grassrootz.com/edfa-org-au/elise-marcianti
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Aug 27, 2022
Nourishing your mind | Kit Wilson
In this episode I speak with Kit Wilson- visual storyteller, film maker and adventurer joining from over in Vancouver. Kit has produced an incredible short film ‘Exposed’ that left me in goosebumps and we have an insightful conversation about creativity, curiosity and the mind. In particular, the importance and process of dreaming, the importance of balance between determination and patience as well as the importance of travelling to gain a zoomed-out perspective of life. We also talk about the power of silence and dealing with the inner critic and how fundamental is it to prioritise your mental health.
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Aug 17, 2022
Entrepreneurial Spirit | Suzi Jamil
In this episode I am joined by Suzi Jamil, entrepreneur and director of Think Inc which is a community that share ideas to help changes the way people see the world through touring thought leaders and intellects. We talk about how Think Inc came to be, how she overcame hurdles and how she picked herself up. We discuss ideas around introverts and extraverts, finding balance between socialising and hustling and what she has learnt from being around inspiring thought leaders.
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Aug 8, 2022
When there’s a will there’s a way | Sean Bell
In this episode I am joined by Sean Bell, runner, speaker and cofounder for First 42km program. I was lucky enough to join in on a small part of his Cairns to Melbourne run where he raised over 100k running over 60km per day for 60 days. Running started for him as a stress release but shortly turned into something much more, it’s became a passion and now gets to speak to schools about the importance of pursuing your passions. He shares a touching story about a friend passing and we talk about how precious life is and how understanding that can change our perspective and the way we live life. So lucky to have Sean as a couch for my first marathon and the opportunity to learn from his incredible mindset around goals, tackling hurdles and facing fears.
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Jul 25, 2022
Following your passion | Himal Pillay
In this episode I am joined by Himal Pillay, who is a speaker, facilitator and youtuber talking about mental health, lifestyle and personal development. Together we talk about following your passions, beliefs around money and the importance of habits. We talk about how hard it can be finding direction in life when you don’t know what your passions are, especially for those who are only young and haven’t yet experienced what is out there. We discuss our thoughts on having a plan B, quitting versus just pushing through and dealing with rejection.
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Jun 7, 2022
Facing Fear | Miroslav Petrovic
In this episode I am joined by Miroslav Petrovic, a TedX speaker, teacher and facilitator. He is also the founder of Enlivened Speaking Institute where he talks about the power of presence in presenting. We speak about his journey to finding his voice, following your gut feeling even when you see no direct path and talk about changing your perspective on fear. We talk about the importance have practices such as meditation or art that slows the mind down so you can ‘separate the water from the dirt’ and how fear isn’t usually threatening in terms of safety but threatening to our identity in which we have been conditioned to run away from into comfort and safety.
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May 13, 2022
Stumbling forwards | Graham Moes
In this episode I am joined by Graham Moes- singer songwriter, producer and lead singer of the band Fat Picnic. We talk about creativity, dealing with the inner critic and the importance of having creativity in your life. We also talk the benefits of using meditation to increase creativity and the power of habits.
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Apr 20, 2022
Wellbeing in schools | David Bott
In this episode I am joined with David Bott, educational speaker, best-selling author and associate director of the positive psychology institution. We talk about the importance of placing wellbeing at the forefront of schools, the impacts that has had and some of the difficulties of trying to measure wellbeing. We talk about intrinsic and extrinsic motivation for learning and the importance of feeling safe, seen and connected.
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Apr 12, 2022
Emotions | Dr Kaitlin
In this episode I am joined by psychologist and yoga instructor Dr Kaitlin to talk about emotions. Dr Kaitlin’s journey began studying eastern philosophy where her lecturer then introduced her to yoga and through that found saw the benefits on the mind and started studying psychology. Together we talk about the evolutionary benefit of emotions and the harm in ‘positive vibes only’ culture.
We talk about the term alexithymia - which is the difference in neural wiring and awareness and also some of the consequences for repressing emotions. As well, we talk about the importance if regular check ins to help increase emotional awareness and listening to your body.
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Apr 4, 2022
The Power of Listening | Elle Nguyen
In this episode I am joined by Elle Nguyen, an assistant researcher on sleep and mental health and suicide prevention. We talk about the impact sleep has on mental health as well as the ripple effect lack of sleep can have and ways to improve sleep hygiene. We also talk about lockdown and how difficult for those who were already struggling but also how those lockdowns allowed people to revaluate what’s important to them. Elle talks about her experience working in the field and what she’s noticed and that’s people don’t always speak up when they are struggling so take the time to ask and create the space for them to voice it. Be there to listen, sometimes that’s all they need, someone to hear them.
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Mar 20, 2022
Self Love | Amarah Radford
In this episode I am joined by Amarah Radford from Made By Mars where we talk about self love. We look at the importance of stating boundaries for strengthening your sense of self, making sure the home inside your head is a good place to be and the benefits of being kind to yourself. We discuss habits and how turning self-love practices no matter how small into habits have an accumulative effect that becomes easier and less effortful with time. As well, we talk about the having hobbies for fun and keeping them separate to work as we don’t need to monetise everything we do
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Mar 8, 2022
Changing your perspective | Dr Jared Horvath
In this episode I’m joined by cognitive neuroscientist, educator and author Dr Jared Horvath. We talk about the mind and brain, how they are different and the process of emergence. We discuss how stories influence how we perceive the world and how openness to new experiences and being present can change our stories which then changes how we perceive the world. We talk about how these changes occur both in our environment and on a molecular level and why we often hesitate towards change.
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Feb 27, 2022
Whatever works for you | Matthew Briglia
I am joined with Psychologist Matthew Briglia where we discuss some of the challenges and rewards with being a psychologist as well as how compassion may be a better approach to helping people rather than empathy. We also talk about how capable the mind is to endure pain from both trauma and things like extreme sports. We touch on more mainstream psychology and it’s benefits and conclude no matter what the coping mechanism is- whether there’s no evidence, looks odd or isn’t typical if it works for you it works for you and there shouldn’t be any fear of judgement.
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Feb 20, 2022
Beauty in the mundane | Vani V
In this episode I am joined by psychology student and co-founder of the 5:30 Club, Vani. She talks about her acting career and how a sudden injury forced her to stop and reasses her life. This time created the space for her to get into reading, yoga and meditation. After going to India and doing workshops she felt a false sense of happiness that isn’t obtainable outside of that and realised you’ve got to okay with the boring, that’s there’s beauty in the mundane.
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Feb 6, 2022
Creating change | Monica Vantilburg
In this episode I am joined with Monica the founder of The Health Classes You Missed. We speak about some of the challenges people are facing with mental, physical and sexual health that isn’t spoken about due to stigma, fear or judgement or is just missing in the education system. We talk about her own journey tackling some of these challenges both her own mental health and how she is closing gaps in the education system. Despite many of these challenges being at an educational or social level we talk about some changes that can be made at an individual level which starts with open communication and a willingness to listen.
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Feb 1, 2022
Elise Marcianti | Balance
To start off season 2 I speak about how Explore Your Core came to be and one of the most valuable lessons exploring my own core- finding balance. I talk about my experience, challenges and realisations trying to find balance with exercise, food, work and life as well as the importance of balance to avoid burnouts.
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Dec 9, 2021
Finding Flow | Samantha Badrock
Sam badrock is a local artist from Bright who left an abusive relationship and returned to art for expression. After the birth of her daughter she decided to leave nursing and found being an artist allowed her to be more flexible. We talk about her experience as a nurse as well as the process of her becoming an artist. We also talk about the physical benefits of doing art including the lowering of cortisol and blood pressure, and how it helped her in times of dealing with domestic violence.
We talk about flow state and the sense of space it creates, how to find it and barriers that stop you from finding that flow state.
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Nov 25, 2021
Finding your own rhythm | Nic Jean
In this episode I am joined with local singer songwriter Nic Jean. We speak about her beautiful journey to becoming a singer and how having Autism has made that journey a little harder to navigate. We talk about neuro diversity and how beautiful it is that we are all unique and have our own mechanisms and ways of processing information to understand the world around us. Nic shares a bit about her experience and some of the perks of having a neuro diverse brain as well as some of the accompanying challenges. She talks about her songwriting process and how important space is for creative thinking.
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Nov 1, 2021
Curiosity | Sara De Clercq
In this podcast I bring back on artist and coach Sara De Clercq were we delve into ideas around curiosity and in particular about having a beginners mindset. We also explore labels and how they have their purpose but can be detrimental if we attach to them and the problems with having expectations.
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Oct 24, 2021
Courage | Amanda Brooks
In this episode I speak with Noosa artist Amanda Brooks. We speak about the importance of having courage in both your art practice and life. We unpack how having your own space dedicated to creating helps build a boundary between life and work as well as how mistakes can act as inspiration for new ideas.
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Oct 17, 2021
Connection | Elise Marcianti
For the 20th episode I talk about my own art journey, how the podcast came to be and some of the challenges and realisations I’ve been having. I talk about the importance of connection, of finding me time to recenter myself and pursuing your passions.
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Oct 10, 2021
Self awareness | Keisha Slacomb
This episode I am joined with a friend of mine and emerging film director Keisha Slocomb. We talk about a whole bunch of things including letting go and trusting the process as well as the importance of just taking that first initial step and the power of perspective. We also talk about people pleasing and how hard it is to not do it in a work environment, that it’s okay to say no and taking compliments.
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Sep 30, 2021
Give it a crack | Lisa Wisse-Robinson
In this episode I am joined by Lisa Robinson, an abstract artist from New Zealand. We talk about the importance of giving things a go- to get creative and be curious. We also talk about patience and how it allows you to refine and resolve works. We chat about pricing and how it comes down to having belief in yourself and ability.
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Sep 24, 2021
Life journey | Annabelle McKenzie
I’m this episode I am joined by Annabelle McKenzie where we talk about her journey, spirituality and life’s path.
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Sep 17, 2021
Beyond recovery | Mia Findlay
In this episode I am joined with Mia Findlay, an eating disorder recovery coach and founder of Beyond Body Coaching who has gone from a place of needed help to now providing help. Mia opens up about her own recovery journey and we speak of some of the hardships and lessons learnt. We also talk about some of the benefits and consequences of sharing this journey on social media and we recognise the strength it takes to be recovering in the midst of a pandemic and times of major uncertainty. We discover that eating disorder recovery isn’t just about catching up to everyone’s else, but rather exceeding the average person’s view of their body to realise the falsehood of diet culture. We see that anyone can fix the physical aspect and the mechanical eating and recovering but its in the mental side that all the neural rewiring takes places and true lasting change occurs.
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Sep 7, 2021
Curiosity, creativity & consciousness | Sara De Clercq
In this weeks podcast I am joined with the incredible Sara De Clercq where we talk about creativity, curiosity and consciousness. In particular we speak about the importance of fun and finding a way to incorporate that fun into work. We also talk about how curiosity is the key to creativity and how being curious creates the space for creativity to flow through and new ideas to form. We discover that being comfortable means you don’t often question things and it’s in the questioning that we have discoveries about ourselves and the world. We explore ideas around identity and what happens when that identity we have is threatened, some of the pros and cons to our dualistic minds and how emotion is just energy in motion.
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Aug 31, 2021
Staying true to yourself | Jane Thompson
In this episode I’m joined by expressive abstract artist Jane Thompson. We talk about the importance of taking risks and trying new styles and ideas as well as how key it is to stay true to yourself. We also touch on some of the struggles around expectations for commissions and art as a business.
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Aug 24, 2021
Being real | Marni Korneluk
In this podcast I am joined with Marni Korneluk where she openly expressed some of the struggles with post-natal depression and the effect social media can have on your art business as well as your own wellbeing. We talk about the importance of slowing down and how pushing too hard can lead to sickness or a burn out. We also talk about the effectiveness of finding how you work, then tailoring your work style to that. You can find her work at @marnikornelukartist
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Aug 11, 2021
Embracing your body | Jo Ellen
In this episode I am joined with Jo Ellen, a mix media abstract artist whose works promote body positivity and self-acceptance. We talk about her journey with breast cancer and the realisations that have come with undergoing such a battle. We tackle norms around weight and appearances as well as embracing our bodies- for how they are, because if you don’t learn to love yourself now, then when? We also talk about the problems with basing our identity on appearance and what happens when our appearance changes.
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Aug 4, 2021
Painting with purpose | Jen Shewring
In this episode I am joined with Jen Shewring, an abstract artist who is also passionate about the environment. Jen shares her journey to where she is today as well as her upbringing. Jens work incorporates abstract themes around global warming and climate change and we talk about how important it is to help the environment.
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Jul 28, 2021
Perceptions | Hayley Littlejohn
In this podcast we speak with Hayley Littlejohn from The Creative Outsider. We speak about her experience growing up and feeling like an outsider, some of the problems faced in the creative field and we have a look behind the scenes of being a graphic designer. We talk about how fundamental it is to have your own definition of success and how important it is that we don’t rely on social media for validation, that we find it within. We look at flow states and not being judgemental towards your works as well the power of collaboration.
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Jul 20, 2021
Finding you in what you do | Elle May
In this episode we speak with Elle May, a mentor for makers. We talk about tips and common problems emerging artists face as well appreciating the handmade and the realness of it. We speak about authenticity on social media and working in a way that’s right for you
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Jul 14, 2021
Finding the right balance | Marnie McKnight
In this weeks podcast we speak with Marnie McKnight, an internationally collected artist who has so much insight, talent and experience. We speak about the balance within social media, work ethic, originality and life in general. We also speak about efficiency and creating the right working atmosphere as well as the importance of rest and having fun.
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Jul 6, 2021
Perfectionism | Natalie Saunders
In this episode we speak with Natalie Saunders a recovering perfectionist and abstract artist. We hear about Natalies journey to Australia ad well as her creative journey. We talk about how to overcome perfection in the creative field and in all areas of life as well as the importance of fun. We talk about comfort zones and despite how scary it may feel growth will always come.
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Jun 29, 2021
Building resilience | Sara Catena
In this episode I am joined with Sara Catena- a colourful, fun and insightful sensory artist. We speak about the beauty of sensitivity, the importance of resilience and values. We hear where her values stemmed from and unpack ideas around beliefs. We also discuss how to tap into your own source of energy and trust your intuition.
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Jun 19, 2021
Staying authentic | Maggi MacDonald
In this episode we speak with artist, designer and educator Maggi MacDonald. We talk about comfort zones and in particular saying yes even if you’re scared. We discuss the importance of mindfulness and putting time aside for your creative outlet, play or experimentation. We also talk about
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Jun 11, 2021
Valuing yourself | Amanda Ketterer
In this episode we speak with Amanda Ketterer, who does beautifully layered abstract art. We spoke about the importance of having confidence and believing in yourself. We also explored ideas around “making it”, investing in yourself and being brave.
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Jun 4, 2021
Following what feels right | Anna Price
In this episode we speak wth Anna Price, an abstract artist who’s work is bold, colourful and full of character. Anna has learnt to say no, slow down and follow what feels right and in this podcast we discover how that happened
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May 29, 2021
The beauty around death | Bronwyn Ward
In this episode we speak with Bronwyn Ward and internationally exhibited artist who’s work has continued on from her former career in palliative care and explores ideas around death and the beauty within it. We talk about her legacy paintings, some of her creative processes and themes in her art.
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May 15, 2021
Following your passion | Jacklyn Foster
In this episode we talk with Jacklyn Foster- a bold, passionate and skilful abstract artist who quit her degree and became a full time artist. We talk about the accompanying doubts and struggles, the importance or following your intuition and the unexpected events that led her to be the expressive and expansive artist she is. To find out more about her follow her instagram @jacklynfosterart
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