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
Episodes
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Nov 17, 2015 • 39min
062 - You Are What You Eat
Discover how what you consume mentally influences your creativity. Explore the concept of 'you are what you eat' applied to creativity. Learn the importance of being intentional about what you consume mentally as an artist. Explore the impact of what we see on our creative output. Find inspiration in unexpected places and infuse art with real-life references.
Nov 13, 2015 • 59min
061 - Design Your Art Career
Learn about the design process approach to developing an art career, balancing specialization and variety, defining the problem in career design, exploring flexibility and pivoting in online business and art, and making significant shifts in one's career.
Nov 4, 2015 • 27min
060 - Make Them Care w Jolby
Discussing finding the balance between creating art for oneself and the audience, the frustration of not being able to share weird dreams, and the importance of craft and communication in connecting with an audience.
Oct 28, 2015 • 23min
059 - Make Them Care
Learn how to connect with your audience and create meaningful designs. Explore the shift towards audience participation in content consumption and the importance of inclusivity. Create immersive experiences to effectively communicate thoughts and feelings. Discover different ways to make people care about what you create and the importance of considering your audience as an artist to thrive creatively and financially.
Oct 23, 2015 • 1h 39min
058 - Danielle Evans
Danielle Evans, a food typographer, discusses her process of rendering food into lettering for clients like Target, Aria and Vegas, Kelloggs, and the Guardian. She also shares her struggles to find fulfilling creative work, financial hardships, and the importance of focusing on specific skills. The podcast explores the concept of good design, dealing with copycats, and personal experiences with online trolling.
Oct 15, 2015 • 38min
057 - Startup Your Art Up
The podcast explores the connections between art careers and start-ups. It emphasizes the importance of having a clear vision and thinking like a business person. The concept of 'scratch your own itch' is discussed, along with strategies for success. The speaker highlights the importance of investing in projects that solve your own problems and making art that excites you.
Oct 9, 2015 • 1h 36min
056 - Climbing the Mountain with Brandon Rike
The podcast discusses the power of surrounding yourself with skilled individuals for personal growth. They reflect on career fulfillment and injecting real life into art. They emphasize the importance of seeking inspiration, attending conferences, and finding meaning in accomplishments.
Sep 25, 2015 • 18min
055 - Don't Stop
This podcast explores the importance of not quitting in creative pursuits and finding a balance between financial success and creative fulfillment. It emphasizes the significance of having a vision and making small adjustments in your creative career. The hosts reflect on personal imbalance and encourage listeners to focus on their passions.
Sep 18, 2015 • 44min
054 - _Backstage_ with Draplin
The podcast features an interview with Aaron Draplin, who shares insights into his career and impacts on the industry. They discuss sincerity, logo design, and the importance of hard work. The speaker reflects on their past experiences, embracing hard work, and taking smaller jobs. They also talk about early career struggles, taking risks, and finding creative solutions. The podcast ends with reflections on gratitude and the importance of enjoying the process.
Sep 11, 2015 • 49min
053 - 9 Social Media Tips
This podcast episode explores the power of social media for promoting creative work and provides tips on attracting and retaining followers. It also discusses the importance of joining social media platforms in their growth stage and understanding the mindset of the audience. Additionally, the episode explores the concept of 'walk away power' in sales and emphasizes the need to make genuine connections online. Listeners are encouraged to engage on social media and share their own tips and thoughts.
