How to Be a Better Human
How to solve your problems through drawing (w/ Liana Finck)
Oct 9, 2023
Cartoonist Liana Finck shares how drawing helps solve life's predicaments, explore self-discovery, and understand ourselves better. She discusses impostor syndrome, doubt, and humor. The chapter also touches on expressing individuality through non-photo-realistic cartoons and the influence of belief systems on artistic work.
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Quick takeaways
- Drawing can be a powerful tool for problem-solving and self-expression, helping humans understand themselves better.
- Staying true to one's unique style and ideas is more important than comparing oneself to others or seeking external validation in artistic pursuits.
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Importance of Being True to Yourself
The podcast episode discusses the importance of being distinctly and uniquely oneself. The host admires artists who stay true to their individuality. The guest, cartoonist Leona Fink, is praised for her distinct style and authenticity. Her cartoons, while simpler than classic New Yorker cartoons, are more impressionistic and convey a great deal of emotion. It is highlighted that the more specific and true to oneself an artist is, the more universally their work resonates.
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