The Creative Chronicles

Lessons in Leadership: From Chaos to Clarity

Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on a season that’s tested my leadership, my health, and my patience. This episode is all about what happens when things don’t go as p

A Scent-imental Journey: Crafting Candles with Slow North

We’re slowing things down—in the best way possible. I’m joined by Michelle Simmons, founder of Slow North, a natural lifestyle brand born in Austin and built on intention

Color Me Obsessed: The Story behind A Brighter Year

What started as a side hustle turned into a viral mental health tool with simple, bite-sized coloring books for adults—designed to reduce stress, support neurodivergent u

Rejection Reframed: Finding Strength in the "No"

In this episode, I’m opening up about something we all face but rarely talk about—rejection. I recently went through an experience that shook me, but instead of letting i

The Art of Vintage: The Creative Journey of Sunroom Ceramics

Jessica Bubnich of Sunroom Ceramics is a ceramicist whose path from the corporate world to full-time artist is nothing short of inspiring. We talk about the struggles of

Word of the Year: Setting the Vibe for 2025

Resolutions? Overrated. But a single word to guide your year? That’s where the magic happens. In this episode of I'm helping you brainstorm the perfect word to set the to

Holiday Market Success: 5 Essential Sales Strategies for Small Business Artists

Want to boost your holiday market sales this season? Duh, who doesn’t! Join me as I dive into five essential sales strategies that small business artists can easily imple

3 Tips for Reclaiming Your Identity as an Artist

I’ve been thinking a lot about my identity as an artist lately and where I want to go next in my life and career and how that has left me feeling restless. I shared brief

Beyond the Kiln: A Cheeky Adventure with Molly Sanyour Ceramics

Molly Sanyour is a ceramic artist and entrepreneur who turned her love for pottery and getting her hands dirty into a vibrant community studio which opening soon in Atlan

Recovery to Radiance, Finding the Bright Path of Modern Art

Dive into the colorful world of Samantha Jezek, is a modern artist who explores figures, faces, and abstracts in bright, colorful hues. Samantha shares her artistic journ

Yarned and Dangerous: The Brochet Crochet Adventure

I am so pumped to bring you this conversation. I had the chance to chat with Steven Borzachillo of Brochet, the comedic yarn phenomenon that is taking over social media w

Kitty Keller's Journey from Hand-Painted T-Shirts to Global Artistry

Kitty Keller is a fine artist who began her career over 38 years ago with painted t-shirts and today, serves clients worldwide with exceptionally curated, hand-crafted gl

From Doodles to Dough: Hayley Cakes & Cookies Sweet Success

We're diving into the artistic side of the food industry with a guest who has turned cookie decorating into a viral sensation. I mean who hasn't paused while scrolling on

Knot Your Average Journey: Camryn's Path to Crochet and Craft Show Success

You may know her best as the joyful and bubbly crochet artist online. Now Camryn Breneman, the owner of Cameron's Cute Creations, is expanding her business as an online e

Spilling the Sewing Beans with The Little Green Bean

Missy Luukkonen, owner of the Little Green Bean, shares her journey from starting a side hustle on Etsy to evolving her business and finding success. She discusses the po

Whimsical Wonders: Inside the World of Salty Sea Dog Designs Ceramics

Salty Sea Dog Designs is a beautiful fusion of Blair's and Sarah’s ceramic talents resulting in distinctly adorable 3D animal mugs, vases and more.  Sarah throws all the

Turn Rejection into Sucess: Applying for Art Markets

In this bonus episode of The Creative Chronicles, I’m sharing my personal experience of how I overcame rejection and used a "NO" to fuel and motivate me. I learned so muc

Crafting Your Colorful Brand with Nicole Lewis of Art 2 the Extreme

Nicole Lewis, founder of Art to the Extreme, shares her journey of creating the original rainbow crayon. All which began in the classroom as an art teacher and her desire

Part 2 - Mountains, Margaritas and Mindfulness: A woodworking journey with Dani of North Soul Studios

Summary In this episode, Dani shares her journey as an artist and creator, discussing her design process, overcoming challenges, and the launch of her Mountain Maker Kit

Part 1 - Mountains, Margaritas and Mindfulness: A woodworking journey with Dani of North Soul Studios

Summary I am beyond excited for this two part chat with Dani VonShweetz, the visionary behind North Soul Studios in beautiful British Columbia. Dani's mastery lies in cr