Art & Artist - Human Creativity in the Age of AI

Summary In this episode of the Art and Artist Podcast, Kyle Ariel Knowles returns to the mic from his newly transformed studio stage to reflect on Week 3: Recovering a Sense of Power from Julia Cameron’s The Artist’s Way. He shares raw insights from his morning pages, personal stories of shame and self-doubt, and the emotional rollercoaster of the creative process. With honesty and humor, Kyle opens up about the blocks that keep him from finishing his FKN55 project, the fear that creeps in ne...

Summary In this episode of the Art and Artist Podcast, Kyle Ariel Knowles delves into the themes of creativity and artistic identity as he explores Julia Cameron's 'The Artist's Way.' He emphasizes the messiness of art, the importance of supportive relationships, and the need for artists to give themselves permission to create. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, Kyle encourages listeners to embrace their artistic journeys, overcome blocks, and engage in daily practices that foster cr...

In this episode, Kyle Ariel Knowles introduces a 12-part series on Julia Cameron's book, The Artist's Way, sharing his personal journey with the course and the transformative power of creativity. He discusses the significance of Morning Pages and Artist Dates as essential tools for creative recovery, emphasizing the importance of nurturing one's artistic self and overcoming creative blocks. The conversation highlights the spiritual aspect of creativity and the necessity of committing to one's...

In this episode of the Art and Artist Podcast, host Kyle Ariel Knowles interviews singer-songwriter Kat Lane, who discusses her unique blend of devastating folk pop, her musical influences, and the impact of social media, particularly TikTok, on her career. Kat shares her journey of songwriting, the importance of authenticity in her music, and her experiences with live performances. She also reflects on her early musical background, the role of collaboration in music production, and the meani...

In this episode, host Kyle Ariel Knowles sits down with talented musician Eddie Irvin, known as Goodshivers. Eddie specializes in creating instrumental piano music for filmmakers and podcasters, crafting custom scores that evoke specific emotions and enhance storytelling. One of the highlights of the conversation was when Eddie explained his unique approach to chord progressions and how he incorporates unconventional notes to add flavor to his music. He emphasized balancing familiar sounds wi...

Welcome to the Art and Artist Podcast! In this episode, host Kyle Ariel Knowles sits down with independent singer-songwriter Anna Justen, originally from Seattle and now based in Montreal, Canada. Anna shares her unique musical journey, which began at 12 when she taught herself piano and guitar. With a style that blends indie pop and folk with experimental, grunge-influenced production, Anna is set to release her debut album, "Michou's Dream," on May 8, 2025. Join us as Anna opens up about t...