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Do I Actually Like This? Blair Kelly on ideas, art direction, and illustration in a strange new era
A creative process is built, not bestowed.
Blair talks about how idea making used to feel like panic, like you were waiting for something to strike.
Now, it’s workflow. Research. Wordplay. Revising. Coming back with fresh eyes.
Inspiration helps, but process is what makes it repeatable.
cgoucher
2 days ago5 min read


The Practice of Noticing. A conversation with Vidhya Nagarajan
In this conversation, Vidhya reflects on how illustration became a language for her, how teaching and editorial work have shaped her process, and why she’s currently drawn to making work that is simpler, more restrained, and more intentional. It’s a thoughtful look at observation as both a creative skill and a way of moving through the world.
cgoucher
Mar 25 min read


Olivia Padfield on Small Moments and Big Courage
Confidence does not come from everything going perfectly. It comes from learning that you can keep going when it doesn’t.
cgoucher
Feb 232 min read


Drawing as a Way of Thinking. A conversation with Chloe Zola
Chloe Zola has always processed the world visually. Drawing was how she listened, learned, and stayed engaged long before she had words for it. Today, her practice moves between illustration, photography, and more conceptual work, but the starting point is almost always the same. A feeling. Chloe imagines the final image first and lets the emotion it carries pull the work forward. In this conversation, we talk about drawing as a way of thinking, becoming more decisive as time
cgoucher
Feb 164 min read


Where Math Gets Glamorous, Kyne Santos on drag, laughter, and learning differently
Kyne Santos blends drag, humour, and science communication to make math feel accessible, expressive, and human. In this interview, Kyne talks about breaking stereotypes, building representation, and why laughter is often the fastest way to connection.
cgoucher
Feb 93 min read


Fiona Mongillo on bravery and belonging
Bravery in creative work is not about fearlessness. It is about choosing to step into work that costs something because the meaning on the other side is worth it.
cgoucher
Feb 26 min read


Letting the Process Lead. A conversation with Zé Otavio
In this conversation, Zé reflects on formative moments in life drawing classes, the impact of Brazilian culture and music on his visual sensibility, and how addressing mental health has fundamentally changed his relationship with his work. What emerges is a practice grounded in presence, curiosity, and the courage to follow what feels true.
cgoucher
Jan 265 min read


Every Piece Has a Story: Kelly Dunnington on paper, pattern, and process
Letting go of perfection can open the door to curiosity, momentum, and joy. Sometimes the work comes alive when the pressure comes off.
cgoucher
Jan 206 min read


Between Lines and Landscapes: Bianca Weeko Martin on culture, space, and narrative
Creativity does not always start with answers. Sometimes it starts by staying with feeling long enough to understand what it is asking of you.
cgoucher
Jan 126 min read


Meg! Lewis on design, joy, and being real
Blending performance, play, and design, she helps brands and humans show up more fully as themselves. In this interview, Meg! talks about joy as a creative responsibility, why being loudly yourself attracts the right work, and how curiosity keeps her practice alive.
cgoucher
Jan 54 min read


Trusting the Work with Shannon Kennedy
Trusting the work means allowing space for things to form without rushing them into certainty. Attention and patience often do more than force ever could.
cgoucher
Dec 29, 20254 min read


A Taste of Family, Stories of Love
Tina shares how her family’s history shaped her kitchen, why recipe stories matter, and what it means to honour generations through food and writing.
cgoucher
Dec 22, 20257 min read


What the Hands Know: Karen Louise Fletcher Art and the Shape of Making
A conversation with sculptor and printmaker Karen Louise Fletcher about form, trust, clay, and the landscapes that feed her work. A thoughtful look at how an artist moves between touch, memory, and the human figure.
cgoucher
Dec 16, 20255 min read


Lauren Keating on finding confidence through movement
Movement can be a form of self study. Lauren’s story shows how practice, community, and compassion can reshape the way people see themselves. Her journey reflects the power of a creative space built on kindness, curiosity, and care.
cgoucher
Dec 8, 20256 min read


The heart behind Gold Leaf Botanicals
Creativity does not always start with a grand plan. Sometimes it begins with a difficult season and a simple desire to feel better. Gold Leaf Botanicals is a reminder that small choices, made with care, can blossom into a place where people feel understood and at ease.
cgoucher
Dec 2, 20255 min read


More Than Metal. How Cheyenne Twiner Crafts Connection
Jewellery designer Cheyenne Twiner creates more than adornment — she crafts connection. Her handmade pieces, inspired by the textures of nature, celebrate the slow art of making and the meaning woven into each design.”
cgoucher
Nov 24, 20254 min read


Discovering the Art of Illustration: A Conversation with Dan Page
Dan’s reflections remind us that creative growth doesn’t always come from chasing reinvention. It comes from staying curious, trusting your instincts, and letting space, not stress do its quiet work.
cgoucher
Nov 17, 20254 min read


Between Courage and Curiosity: Laura Condlln on the life of an actor
Laura’s story reminds us that creativity isn’t always about performance — it’s about curiosity, courage, and connection. She shows that the real work often happens behind the scenes, in the quiet rehearsal rooms where imagination and empathy meet.
cgoucher
Nov 10, 20256 min read


The Art of Noticing. Stephanie Scott on colour, detail, and joy
Stephanie Scott’s work is rich with colour, detail, and quiet joy. A conversation about noticing, creating, and finding inspiration in the tactile world.
cgoucher
Nov 3, 20257 min read


Authentic. Confident. Timeless. A love letter to personal style
Julie’s story is a reminder that creativity often begins with listening. By starting every styling session with curiosity, not trends, she creates space for personal expression to lead. It is a simple shift that makes the work more human and more lasting.
cgoucher
Oct 28, 20253 min read
Creativity is better when it’s shared.
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