The Tillage Podcast

In today's episode, Sarah Rafferty, a cyanotype artist and owner of Atwater Designs, shares insights on how to stay connected to your "why" and leading with inspiration to drive your creative business forward. She talks about the importance of giving yourself permission to not always be inspired and the role that seasonality plays in her creative process. Sarah also shares how incorporating a morning routine and keeping promises to yourself can set your day up for success. Tune in for valuable takeaways on leading with inspiration and intention in your creative business. Learn how to manufacture overseas with Rebecca Woolbright and Manufacture:Awesome. Hop on the waitlist today! Visit www.thetillagepodcast.com for today's ⁠show notes⁠ and more. Follow along on ⁠INSTAGRAM⁠ Sign Up for the ⁠NEWSLETTER

In this episode, Megan Fowler, the owner of Brown Parcel Press, a letterpress and design company, talks about managing the ebbs and flows of creative inspiration and offers six tools to help manage those highs and lows. Megan also speaks on trusting oneself in the creative process and having a balance between passion and need to make a living. This episode is sure to add lots of tools to your toolkit to come back to when you are in a creative rut! Learn how to manufacture overseas with Rebecca Woolbright and Manufacture:Awesome. Hop on the waitlist today! Visit www.thetillagepodcast.com for today's ⁠show notes⁠ and more. Follow along on ⁠INSTAGRAM⁠ Sign Up for the ⁠NEWSLETTER

In this episode, we explore the power of language and mindset, and how they affect our ability to find hope and resilience in challenging situations. We discuss six "absolutes" - words like "always" and "never" - and how they can be harmful to our mindset. We also talk about the difference between victim and survivor mentalities, and the importance of cultivating gratitude in our daily lives. Tune in for practical tips on how to catch yourself when using absolutes, reframe your language, and practice gratitude to cultivate hope. Sign up for Genna Blackburn's FREE Workshop "Path to Portfolio"! ⁠Join The Tillage Podcast Patreon! Download your FREE Weekly Gratitude Journal Visit www.thetillagepodcast.com for today's show notes and more.Follow along on INSTAGRAMSign Up for the NEWSLETTER

In today's episode, artist, Marabeth Quin, shares her journey of exploring her creative potential as a painter after a successful music career and how art has been a powerful teacher. Marabeth emphasizes the importance of making space for all of our emotions, and shares her own story of working through her emotions and grief over her daughter's stroke. She shares tools that she has personally used to process her emotions and how she has been intentional with the process. Sign up for Genna Blackburn's FREE Workshop "Path to Portfolio"! Sign Up for the The Tillage Podcast Patreon WaitlistVisit www.thetillagepodcast.com for today's show notes and more.Follow along on INSTAGRAMSign Up for the NEWSLETTER

In this podcast episode, illustrator, surface pattern designer, and educator, Carrie Cantwell, and I have an open conversation about the stigma and assumptions surrounding mental health challenges. This episode aims to provide support and encouragement to those who have experienced mental illness and to destigmatize the conversation around mental health. Sign Up for the The Tillage Podcast Patreon Waitlist Get 50% off your first year of Flodesk! Visit www.thetillagepodcast.com for today's show notes and more. Follow along on INSTAGRAM Sign Up for the NEWSLETTER

In today's episode, we dive deep into the concept of perseverance and grit and how it can be applied to various areas of our lives, from business to personal growth. We discuss the importance of being grateful for the climb, embracing challenges, and three practical tips to help you persevere through obstacles, including the power of community, practicing to build skill, and knowing your why and having a higher purpose. Get one FREE month of Skillshare! Visit www.thetillagepodcast.com for today's show notes and more. Follow along on INSTAGRAM Sign Up for the The Tillage Podcast Patreon Waitlist

In today's episode, Jenni, a modern quilter, quilt pattern writer, and owner of Nollie Bean, shares how the concept of "liminal space" has impacted her creative process. Jenni shares how she overcame her doubts and fears while launching her virtual quilting retreat, Quilt Camp, and her tips for managing limiting beliefs in the messy middle. She also shares tools and advice for trusting oneself and dreaming big while planning for the future. This is an uplifting message about the power of growth and transformation in liminal space. Get 50% off your first year of Flodesk Visit www.thetillagepodcast.com for today's show notes and more. Follow along on INSTAGRAM Sign Up for the The Tillage Podcast Patreon Waitlist

In this podcast episode, Tanya Brown, a textile and graphic designer, shares her journey of leaving a secure teaching job in New York City to pursue a full-time career as an artist. She talks about the fear and anxiety associated with leaving a steady job with benefits and pension, and the catalyst for change that led her to take the leap. Tanya emphasizes the importance of facing fear and taking risks, and the preparation and strategic financial planning that went into making the transition. Get 10% off your Canvas lamp today with Code: Tillage10. Visit www.thetillagepodcast.com for today's show notes and more. Follow along on INSTAGRAM Sign Up for the NEWSLETTER

In this episode, artist, Miranda Morehouse, shares her journey of how she started her art practice during the pandemic. She talks about how she embraced the "good-ish-ness" of her art and her experience dedicating to creating art for 100 days. This practice of creating consistently helped her grow leaps and bounds as an artist. Miranda also shares her tips for consistent art-making and addresses the misconception that being an artist is an innate talent and provides encouragement to anyone interested in pursuing art. Get one FREE month of Skillshare! Visit www.thetillagepodcast.com for today's show notes and more. Follow along on INSTAGRAM Sign Up for the NEWSLETTER

In today's episode, Lottie, a self-taught graphic designer opens her heart about raising two small children while also pursuing an MFA. She shares how motherhood and creativity go hand in hand for her, as revisiting her creative side allows her to feel more grounded. Lottie struggled with feelings of guilt when deciding to go back to school, but reframing her thoughts and finding support from other moms helped her overcome it. She believes that the value society places on art and creativity is influenced by upbringing and community beliefs and hopes to empower her children to pursue their passions. *Tillage Village Waitlist Visit www.thetillagepodcast.com for today's show notes and more.   Follow along on INSTAGRAM  Sign Up for the NEWSLETTER