The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast 157. Beyond Order - the Illustrator | Juliette Fogra
Mar 7, 2021
Juliette Fogra, the talented illustrator behind Jordan B. Peterson's book 'Beyond Order,' shares her inspiring artistic journey. She discusses the creative challenges of book illustration, the impact of her childhood in Latvia and migration to Israel, and her transition from military service to art. Juliette opens up about living with chronic pain, the importance of emotion in her work, and how art intertwines with personal relationships. Her experiences highlight perseverance, self-discovery, and the journey of turning adversity into creativity.
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Yulia's Early Life
- Yulia Fogra, born in Riga, Latvia, recounts her challenging childhood.
- She details food shortages, antisemitism, and a rigorous music education she didn't enjoy.
Israel and Music
- Yulia's family immigrated to Israel after the Soviet Union's collapse, but she struggled to adapt.
- She found solace in music, particularly Queen and Billy Joel, which contrasted with her monochrome life.
Embracing Technology
- Despite initial apprehension towards technology, Yulia embraced it in her second year of art school.
- She excelled, finding Photoshop's layering capabilities transformative for her artistic process.
