In episode 23 we talk about games and being gamers. We explore what makes one a gamer, the different types of games we engage in (board, video, TTRPG) and our feelings around the label and the activity. Key Takeaways 1. The label of "gamer," like "artist," can be difficult for us to claim. When we examine why, we see that we sometimes feel too casual about it, believing we don’t invest enough time or effort to deserve the label. 2. We find that gaming serves as a social activity. Both video...

In episode 22 we talk about all the ways in which we have been creative recently, and explore what it means to engage in different artforms and how it relates to our creativity as a whole. Key Takeaways We usually paint to express our creativity; therefore, it can sometimes feel like anything that is not painting, isn’t necessarily creative, or has no common thread with our main creative practice.You will find that you’re the common thread! You are the thing that connects all your expressions...

In episode 21 we talk about people pleasing. We explore why we do it, what it means, the positive and negative sides to it and how to move towards having healthier boundaries in all areas of life. Key Takeaways: 1. The term people pleasing; refers to all humans, that one may willingly do things for, at the expense of oneself. 2. The act of people pleasing is about controlling how others may view you, act towards you, and often generates resentment in the person doing the pleasing. 3. People...

In episode 20 we discuss the double edged sword of consistency; how to find consistency and stay consistent in our art practice, whilst staying true to the messy and unplannable nature of being an artist. Key Takeaways: Consistency can be used as a useful tool or a rod for your back.Some of us can use routine as a container or reminder to be consistent.A label can be used to give you permission to use the concessions and tools that you feel are only available to a specific label.Using...

We're back with a new season! Kicking things off in episode 19 we discuss struggles with long-term creativity and the continuing path we are on, insights on who we are on social media and the challenging yet rewarding endeavour of making new friends as an adult. Key Takeaways: There is no switch that takes you from being busy with work or life, to being creative. It instead takes time and space. Sometimes being pulled away from your art practise mid-flow is painful, in these instances, we...

In this final episode of season 3 we talk to Professional Life Coach Olivia Millar, about our personal superpowers, balance and how to access lasting change! Find Olivia: Instagram: @olivia.millar.anew Facebook:@AnewOutcome Website: www.anewoutcome.com Challenge Text: I'm going through a coaching exercise and I've been asked to reach out to people I respect and admire. If there's one trait of mine that you could take on board, what would that trait be? I would appreciate the feedback and of...

Our guest Elfie Tromp is a force of nature who will make you question everything and have you walking away with a feeling that anything is possible. Join us for a candid conversation about creativity, anger, humour, motherhood, the patriarchy and how to navigate life in such a turbulent world. Elfie Tromp (1985) is a Dutch writer, dramatist and performer. She is the city poet for Rotterdam and in-house dramatist at theatre Walhalla. Her third novel Pieta, a multi-faceted story surrounding a...

Our next guest is Suzanne Earley, who generously explained the motivation, inspiration and working behind her art-journaller magazine; Strawberry Moon. Suzanne Earley is a multi-passionate artist living in Eastern Iowa with her husband. She has two adult children and her first grandchild is due in October. She is the publisher and editor of an independent magazine about art journaling called Strawberry Moon Magazine. Prior to this adventure, she was a school secretary, a longarm machine...

In episode 15 we talk to artist Yuqiao Guo in a conversation that touches on cultural taboos, personal imagery, captioning our art and mixing seemingly unrelated passions.  Yuqiao Guo is a London-based artist and designer who grew up between China and the USA. Trained as an architect and multimedia artist, Yuqiao approaches painting through the lens of self-portraiture and an interest in the narrative capacities of the body. Her paintings balance surrealism with intimacy, creating visual...

Let us introduce you to Eamonn O'Dwyer who joined us for a conversation on innate talent, criticism and rollercoaster theme music!   Eamonn O’Dwyer is an award-winning composer-lyricist of Guyanese-Irish descent. His work spans genres from live orchestral to electronica, contemporary musical theatre, films & video games. He is an Associate of the Royal Academy of Music, and to date his works have been performed in the US, Russia, Australia and Japan.     Find & follow...

Welcome to season 3! We're doing things a bit differently and having interesting conversations with GUESTS! Our first guest is Caylee Grey, and we had a positively mind-blowing conversation about art and the body. Caylee Grey is a South African artist who fills her journals with loads of mediocre art. Imperfect, heart-led, gloriously mediocre art. Caylee's the Fairy Artmother of Get Messy Art, the kindest art journaling community on the internet, and author of the book by the same name. Find...

In episode 12 we answer all of your questions! Things listeners asked us about ranged from practical tips around art supplies, to requests for help with confidence and the inner critic, to how to develop your own style, to curiosity on how to make a podcast and lots more. Mentioned in this episode: The Gap by Ira Glass - https://vimeo.com/85040589 Tamara's Rubric: https://www.ruskea.com/post/art-swatch-rubric This is the final episode of season 2. We'll be taking a short break and will be...

In episode 11: we hear about how loneliness can appear in your art practice, what that may feel like and how to foster connection with other artists Artists mentioned in this episode: Honorata | Marieke Blokland | Miranda Meulenkamp |Tamara Laporte Key takeaways: When talking about loneliness we could mistakenly conflate solitude with loneliness.Solitude is more self-imposed and good for growth, it feels like a choice, loneliness can sometimes be imposed by others, and often feels less like...

In episode 10 we dig into perfectionism: how it affects us, why we hate it and how we kick it in the butt. Key takeaways: Using the term recovering perfectionist as opposed to just perfectionist is a way of acknowledging your perfectionist self whilst also pointing to the work you are doing to change thingsPerfectionism can be used as an excuse to keep working on something for minimal returnWe can roughly divide perfectionism in two, on the one hand inward perfectionism: i.e. I need myself...

In this episode, we try and establish our feelings and thoughts towards AI. Key Takeaways: Since the beginning of time humans have wanted to express themselves via art, and with the use of tools. A.I generators are a tool.If we look at this tool in isolation, it is a potentially exciting development for those who are differently abled and may only have tech available to create. It’s also valuable for those who want to keep their art practises more independent of other artists.If we remove...

In this episode, we question whether pain is necessary to create, and dig into the 'tortured artist' stereotype. Key Takeaways: Being engaged with negative or painful feelings, does not make you a negative person.The tortured artist archetype might exist because: a) What you engage with the most, might be more likely to come up in your art. b) As artists we are encouraged and expected to share more feely and openly about ourselves and inner workings, that means happiness, sadness, and...

In this first episode of season 2 we're talking about goals! Goal setting, artist goals, biz goals and how to have achievement and forward momentum without losing the connection to yourself or burning out. Artists and media mentioned: Win by J Rock, Tamara's hustle & grind song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JrO46CJd9ns Big Magic, book by Elizabeth Gilbert:https://amzn.to/3IZXXJn Miranda Meulenkamp: https://www.instagram.com/art_by_mirandameulenkamp/ Key Takeaways: You can operate...

Today we discuss the concept of the term "No Offence", how to offend less, and how to be less offensive with feedback. And how to be brave enough in your art even if it causes offence! Artists and media mentioned:   Emma Petitt: https://emmapetittart.com/ Kathryn Hack: https://www.facebook.com/KathrynHackArt Naomi Jayne: https://www.instagram.com/naomi_jayne_art Flora Bowley: https://florabowley.com/   Key Takeaways 1.      If we try and preface our comments with; “I think and I feel” vs. no...

Or does it? Let's talk about social media, ever present evil for Tamara, and beautiful point of connection for Iris! How can we use social media better? How do we cultivate a healthy relationship with it? Artists and media mentioned:   Iris’s Get Messy Video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/CdbcQoqF3fh/ Averys Blog: https://fieldnotesfromthefuture.com/ Annie McNee (Inspired to Write): https://www.instagram.com/inspiredtowrite/ 10 Reasons to Delete Your Social Media:...

Today we talk about how women express and are expected to express themselves in art. Why topics of sexual abuse are taboo, and why painting pretty women is preferred. TRIGGER WARNING! This episode contains themes of sexual abuse, infertility, and miscarriage. We hope this knowledge helps you make the best choice for you.   Artists mentioned: Guerrilla Girls: https://www.tate.org.uk/art/artists/guerrilla-girls-6858 Sherry McDonald: https://www.instagram.com/smickeydee/   Key Takeaways 1. As...

This time we're exploring the topic of Success and Succeeding at Art! We examine what success means, and give advice on how to be successful. Artists mentioned: Caylee Grey: https://www.cayleegrey.com/ Roxanne Coble: https://www.bybun.com/ Effy Wild: https://effywild.com/ Tamara Laporte: https://www.willowing.org/ Michael Hafftka: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Hafftka   Key Takeaways Define what success means to you by:Assessing whose idea of success, you’re subscribing toExamining if...

In todays episode, we share our views on Inspiration, how to be inspired, get out of a creative slump, and what to do instead of waiting for brilliance. Artists/Art mentioned: Caylee Grey: https://www.cayleegrey.com/ Iris's Neocolour II Art: https://www.instagram.com/p/CbihiLXIVGr/ Key Takeaways 1.      Show up for your art and creativity vs. waiting for inspiration. 2.      Inspiration comes in the doing. 3.      As Caylee Grey from Get Messy says “More than zero is enough” 4.      Feeling...

In our first episode we talk about what the title of our Podcast means. How we deal with impostor syndrome and which limiting beliefs trip us up. Artists and Books mentioned: Struthless: https://struthless.com/ Lynda Barry, book "What it Is": https://g.co/kgs/UMFvRV Key Takeaways 1.      Feeling like an artist is not a static thing, allow for fluidity, change and growth. 2.      The value of what you do, is separate from the money you generate from it. 3.      Instead of asking or answering...

Welcome to Not A Real Artist! A podcast by Iris Fritschi-Cussens and Tamara Sagathevan. On this show, we will discuss relatable creative topics with honesty and humour. We just wanted to drop by and announce that our first episode will be available soon. So, please stay tuned. We hope you enjoy the podcast! *Soon too vague? We plan to release the first episode on the 01-10-22 Iris Fritschi-Cussens: https://iris-impressions.com/ Tamara Sagathevan: https://www.ruskea.com/ Hosted on Acast. See...