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The world is filled with prolific artists who have an obsessive hunger to create. Join me for conversations with artists embracing the joy and uncertainty that fuels their work. Listen in as we delve into creative obsessions, supportive communities, getting stuck, studio spaces, and setting boundaries. Acknowledge the mess and keep going!

Authentic Obsessions Margret Petrie

    • Arts
    • 4.9 • 61 Ratings

The world is filled with prolific artists who have an obsessive hunger to create. Join me for conversations with artists embracing the joy and uncertainty that fuels their work. Listen in as we delve into creative obsessions, supportive communities, getting stuck, studio spaces, and setting boundaries. Acknowledge the mess and keep going!

    Megan Henderson - Felting & Folklore

    Megan Henderson - Felting & Folklore

    The effect of knitting during the birthing process, the importance of resting, felting as the wild sister of fiber arts, and the role of felting in community practices and traditions all comes up during my convo with Megan Henderson. And the always impactful practice of letting go and surrendering to the present moment.

    • 1 hr 11 min
    Sue Bulmer - Cycles

    Sue Bulmer - Cycles

    Paying attention to when it’s time to rest, confronting the fear that tries to keep you small and safe, what happens when you fight being stuck, and the payoff of putting yourself out there, all come up in my chat with Sue Bulmer.

    • 1 hr 10 min
    Bela Suresh Roongta - Journals

    Bela Suresh Roongta - Journals

    Feedback loops in the art world, finding ways to accumulate more moments of joy, the in-between spaces, writing vs. storytelling, not fitting into a box, and the orange couch are all part of Bela Suresh Roongta’s story.

    • 1 hr 19 min
    Susan Lerner - Nostalgia

    Susan Lerner - Nostalgia

    Contemporary hand-cut collage artist Susan Lerner talks about tag sales, boundaries, trying new things, taking pauses, and challenges of selling your work.

    • 1 hr 7 min
    Denise Daffara - Cups & Chairs

    Denise Daffara - Cups & Chairs

    Self-confidence, self-compassion, self-acceptance, self-responsibility, along with color, tables, tea, and light all play an important role in Denise Daffara's creative life.

    • 1 hr 5 min
    Nirmal Raja - Material Intimacy

    Nirmal Raja - Material Intimacy

    The monumental labors of women that often go unnoticed, and the resilience of women under the invisible weight they carry are themes interwoven in the current work of interdisciplinary artist Nirmal Raja.

    • 1 hr 9 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
61 Ratings

61 Ratings

RenaDiana ,

Authentic Obsessions

This podcast has been one of my favorites for years. Margret Petrie conducts probing interviews that offer both stimulation and comfort, diving deep into core, universal
issues that all artists face. The notion of the obsession that surfaces as the thread running throughout our work,and thus our very souls, is intriguing. It is an excellent lens through which to understand not only our creative process but also what makes us tick, what ignites us. Margret asks questions that listeners will enjoy considering thoughtfully for themselves as they enjoy these gentle, philosophical, meandering conversations that leave us feeling refreshed, rejuvenated curious, and inspired.

TrishRyanAuthor ,

A fabulous source of inspiration

I recently discovered Authentic Obsessions and love the deep dive each episode takes into the work of interesting artists I would likely never discover otherwise. The host asks great questions and leaves lots of room for her guests to answer. I come away with the sense that the world is brighter and that so much more is possible. So much creative inspiration, both general and specific. And I love the unique music. Highly recommend!

guest az ,

Love the show - please lose the annoying background intro music

Lose the music

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