Creative Pep Talk
Andy J. Pizza
A Weekly Podcast Companion for Your Creative JourneyTransform your creative potential into reality by making your creativity a practice. A “creative discipline” can feel like an oxymoron. Creativity is about doing something new. Discipline is about doing something consistently. The aim of this podcast is to help you strike that elusive balance. Each week, New York Times Bestselling Author Illustrator Andy J. Pizza shares everything he’s learning about building a thriving creative practice. Through solo episodes and interviews with top-tier creatives, Pizza brings you the strategies and stories that you need week in and week out to keep your inner critic at bay, bust through creative blocks and stay creatively pepped to the max!!Learn more: creativepeptalk.comCheck out the host: andyjpizza.com
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Sep 16, 2020 • 1h 17min
289 - The 5 Dynamic Steps to Finding Your Creative Sensibility
This podcast explores the significance of finding your creative style and identity, the power of stories in shaping beliefs and actions, the journey of self-discovery in creative pursuits, steps to finding your creative sensibility, the importance of setting a creative target, being compensated for creative work, the transformative moment where the artist is born, the power of gratitude and resilience in the creative process, and the role of O'Briana McRennold in elevating the quality of classes on Skillshare.
Sep 2, 2020 • 1h 8min
288 - The Thing That Makes Being Discovered Impossible and How to Overcome It
Guests Jim Carrey and Alanis Morrisette discuss topics such as pursuing a creative career, the importance of storytelling, the journey from defeat to success in the picture book industry, the value of consistency in baseball and Broadway, the importance of stage time for creative growth, building a body of work and overcoming ego, and uncovering hiding spots and overcoming fear.
Aug 26, 2020 • 43min
287 - 3 Ways How to Kickstart Audience Growth When It's Plateaued 00:0041:59
The podcast discusses how to kickstart audience growth when it's plateaued. It explores overcoming creative plateaus and the importance of creating remarkable content. The speakers highlight the role of artists as educators and recommend Skillshare.com. They emphasize prioritizing community over vanity and the insanity of trying the same thing over and over.
Aug 19, 2020 • 59min
286 - 3 Lessons From A Career Changing 100 Day Project with Lolly Lolly Ceramics (AKA Lalese Stamps)
Lalise Stamps, a ceramicist, shares how their 100 day project transformed their career. They discuss the power of creativity, their journey into ceramics, and the inspiring story of Bill Strickland's ceramics after-school program. They also explore finding inspiration in everyday objects, the importance of sensibility in creative work, and the impact of rest and self-care on creativity.
Aug 12, 2020 • 50min
285 - 6 Things You Can Do To Unlock Your Creative Super Self
Exploring the concept of creative self-care, breaking self-destructive behaviors, the science behind why we remember negative experiences more easily than positive ones, the power of objects and their potential for good and bad, and the positive influence of various phone apps on creativity.
Jul 22, 2020 • 44min
284 - 3 Unusual Ways How to Make Your Work More Attractive to New Fans
Learn how trust and positive experiences influence art consumption. Discover the power of storytelling in influencing purchasing decisions. Explore the significance of personal narratives in creative work. Uncover Jed Appetow's talent for finding unique stories and creating successful films. Understand the importance of narrative in both art and healthcare.
Jul 15, 2020 • 2h 12min
283 - The Journey of Finding Yourself as an Artist with Jamie Drake
Jamie Drake, artist and musician, discusses her journey of finding herself as an artist, the impact of a nomadic childhood on creativity, finding safety and faith through music, navigating a relationship with a clinical narcissist, exploring personality tests and escaping one's own path, and embracing creativity to find joy and purpose in the journey.
Jul 8, 2020 • 1h 3min
282 - 6 Tips On How To Build Your Following + 4 Fan Favorite CPT Ideas of All Time!
Talented artists and designers Dina Rodriguez, Fran Meneses, and Eric Friedensohn discuss tips for building an audience, the importance of deep connections, exploring identity through collaboration, understanding anger, vulnerability, and expressing gratitude.
Jun 24, 2020 • 1h 27min
281 - Make Merch, Create an Accessible Brand and 3 Powerful Design Guidelines with Aaron Draplin
Graphic designer Aaron Draplin shares insights on personal branding, DIY attitude, and three design rules focused on utility, accessibility, and fun. They discuss the importance of curiosity, overcoming blocks, and finding joy in creativity. The podcast explores trippy ideas, middle age, and the future.
Jun 17, 2020 • 1h 13min
280 - Which of The 6 Creative Types Are You?
Explore the different creative types and their traits, including the show-stopping fighter, the careful cleric, and the expanding alchemist. Discuss the importance of understanding your own creative drives and how they shape your work. Dive into the concept of synesthetic vibes and creating meaningful experiences. Learn about the Enneagram framework and how it relates to personality and creativity.
