The Creative Condition podcast
Ben Tallon
Welcome to 'The Creative Condition' podcast: an ongoing exploration of human creativity to help you understand and maximise yours.The show is hosted by creativity coach, Founder of The Creative Condition, and The New York Times, Adidas, and Premier League illustrator Ben Tallon.Creativity is an often misunderstood pillar of human happiness, something far bigger than artistic talent and crucial for fulfilling lives and careers. Featuring exclusive interviews with experts and thought leaders, including illustrators, rock stars, artists, sensitivity experts, designers, emergency service workers, Olympic gold medal winners, comedians, microbiologists, photographers, fighters, and many others.Supported by founding sponsor illustrationx.comAlso supported by the Ukrainian Institute https://ui.org.ua
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Dec 3, 2015 • 33min
Ep 8: Don Letts, filmmaker, musician, DJ and a pivotal player in the punk/reggae music scene.
Cult UK filmmaker, DJ and musician Don Letts played a key role in introducing reggae music to the punk scene in 1970's London. He lives by the code of 'hustle,' famously sneaking into Bob Marley's hotel room to talk with him and then becoming friends.Don continues to make films and hosts 'Culture Clash Radio' on BBC 6Music on Saturday and Sunday night.For a slightly shorter talk than usual, Don packs a lot of audio dynamite into our conversation, discussing what we've lost in the digital revolution and why he still considers himself an aspiring filmmaker.Don Letts' Culture Clash Radion show on BBC 6 Music: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b0072pzt
Nov 25, 2015 • 1h 3min
Ep 7: Kyla Paolucci, Graphic Designer, Illustrator on 'While We're Young' movie.
Kyla Paolucci joins us in Brooklyn, New York to discuss her work with HBO, WWE and her recent work in the production design department of 'While We're Young,' starring Ben Stiller and Naomi Watts. We also tackle the issue of ageing gracefully, New York Fashion, geriatric starlets and why it's cool to be a weirdo.Kyla's official site: http://www.kylapaolucci.com/Kyla on Twitter: https://twitter.com/kpaoluKyla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ciaolucci/
Nov 10, 2015 • 1h 7min
Ep 6: Rob O'Connor, Creative Director of Stylorouge (Blur, Trainspotting, Spinal Tap art-direction)
Creative Director of Stylorouge, Rob O'Connor joins us to discuss the fundamentals of the London based creative consultancy company's astounding success over several decades.Well known for their work with Blur and on the iconic poster designs for Trainspotting, Rob discusses their wider work and the importance of creative collaboration, freedom and why total democracy is not always the best method of running design projects.Rob also explains why the creative process is a bit like making a cup of tea...Stylorouge official website: http://www.stylorouge.co.uk/
Oct 27, 2015 • 57min
Ep 5: Art & the education system disaster with John Newbigin, Creative England Chair
John Newbigin, chair of Creative England, who mentor, support and invest in the UK Creative Industries joins me to discuss creativity in education, how crucial it is and how the current system is outdated and cruel.We discuss what the arts bring to a rapidly transforming society in the digital revolution and break down Education Secretary Nicky Morgan's comments about children choosing arts and humanities limiting their careers...Looking for feedback on this one guys, big issues and real life content!Creative England official website: http://www.creativeengland.co.uk/John's brilliant Guardian article: http://www.theguardian.com/higher-education-network/2015/jun/17/academic-subjects-alone-wont-set-every-child-up-for-lifehttps://twitter.com/newbijohn John on Twitter
Oct 14, 2015 • 1h 2min
Ep 4: Miss Led: Illustrator, Artist and Workshop Leader on her unconventional path to success
Illustrator, Artist and workshop leader Miss Led joins us to talk about her unconventional path from a small Welsh town to visual communications heavyweight players. She works with clients including Braun, Clinique, Reebok, Diesel and Vans, creating illustrations, murals and live paintings.Find out what attracts Miss Led to the idea of solitude and a pet rat. We also discuss the need for early encouragement and constructive criticism in order to develop as a creative professional.http://www.illustrationweb.com/artists/MissLed/view Miss Led on Illustration LtdMiss Led on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/missledstudio/?fref=tsMiss Led on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miss_led1/Miss Led on Twitter: https://twitter.com/missledster
Oct 1, 2015 • 51min
Ep 3: Robert James Clarke: Artist & dog painter
New York based, English artist Robert James Clarke joins us to explain how his signature dog paintings happened. He overcame a fear of them after being attacked by a German Shepherd and has gone on to paint Kate Moss' dog, 'Archie' among many other big names.We discuss healthy competition being crucial, the difference between art college in the 1980s and the landscape facing graduates now and the minefield that is capturing a dog's personality...Oh and why we no longer see white dog fouls...Rob's official site: http://www.robertjamesclarkeart.com/Rob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robertjamesclarkeart/?hl=enRob's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/robertjamesclarke/?fref=ts
Sep 21, 2015 • 51min
Ep 2: New York University professor of theatre Rebecca Johannsen
New York University professor of theatre, Rebecca Johannsen joins us in London to talk about storytelling, anticipation and utilising 'less is more' in theatre and it's importance in all art forms.Rebecca gives us an insight into the role of costume, set and production designers and why fans of the films of Wes Anderson emotionally invest his work in such a big way.We also get to learn about the height of 'spectacle' in American theatre, including one performance where the stage was flooded and elephants swam in front of the audience.
Sep 9, 2015 • 52min
Ep 1: Illustrator/photographer Danny Allison's skateboarding injury was his launchpad into the arts
UK based illustrator and photographer Danny Allison tells us about his year in the Middle-East, gold flakes on risotto, photographing the king of Kuwait by day and illustrating by night. Find out what 'Near Death Freelancing' is all about and how using your personality and passions can lead to those dream clients.http://www.illustrationweb.com/artists/DannyAllison/view Danny on Illustration LtdDanny on Twitter: https://twitter.com/dannyallisonDanny's photography portfolio: http://dannyallison.com/Danny's official illustration site: http://dannyallison.co.uk/Danny's illustration Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dannyallison_illustration/?hl=en
