Exploring Creative Minds

Ella is an illustrator and entrepreneur from the east cost who makes abstract pencil driven art based on things that she hears. In this episode, we talk about the approach she has to making art and what it's been like so far to pursue the life of an artist.Apologies for the technical difficulties. It was interesting that due to the bad Internet connection, I was only able to hear her voice throughout. While she could see me... Follow her Instagram to see her work - https://www.instagram.com/deleonella792/Thanks for watching!

Katrina Grey is an actress, writer, producer and director. She is a very beautiful, diligent, accomplished artists who is taking the initiative to pursue her dreams in life. She just got her first feature film distributed on all platforms online. I enjoyed the conversation we were able to have! Check out her socials here! Katrina Grey (@katrina_grey) • Instagram photos and videos Link to the Film - Watch Daytime Nightmare | Prime Video (amazon.com) Apologies in advance for the audio mixing. I was having trouble mixing Katrina's audio due to her not using a mic or headphones. Thanks for listening :)

Adriano Aponte is an Italian musician and film composer. In this episode, we talk about his process when making a composition, the state of music in film today, and much more! Check out his amazing compositions and socials here! Adriano Aponte (@adriano.aponte) • Instagram photos and videosAdriano Aponte | Composer for Film & TV Thanks for listening :) Timestamps 0:00 - Intro/movie posters 1:19 - How did you get started? 2:41 - What's the first instrument you learned how to play? 3:40 - Bands that Adriano played in. 8:43 - Where do you start when composing something? 16:49 - How do you feel about temp music? 21:32 - Hardest job you've had in composing? 28:17 - What's the biggest technical challenge? 30:05 - The process of composing for an orchestra. 32:30 - Directors 37:28 - Is music in films worse than it was before? 46:32 - Favorite film of 2023? 48:33 - Legacy 50:08 - Why is being creative important? 53:12 - Favorite Film Composer?

Michela is an entrepeneur and artists in South Africa. She is the creator of "ukelele safari" which is a non-profit organization that gives African children ukelele lessons and instruments. In this episode, we talk about her journey in Africa, her passion for being in touch with nature, and the importance of giving yourself in order to find yourself. Follow Ukelele Safari Here! Find out how you can support them! Ukulele Safari (@ukulelesafari) • Instagram photos and videos Full access to VIDEO VERSION'S here: https://patreon.com/ExploringCreativeMinds

Mingjun is a Writer and Director currently studying her grad degree in Producing. I got to see her short film "FEMAI" at the LA shorts film festival and really enjoyed it! In this episode, We talk about her experience coming from China to the States in her youthhood and the importance of pursuing creativity and not letting society dictate how you live your life. Follow Maggie here! Mingjun Zheng (@mingjunfilm) • Instagram photos and videos

Eric is a sound engineer and producer who owns a business called "Soundcast Studios". In this episode, we talk about the state of the music industry today and what he looks for in artist he records with. Follow Soundcast Studios here! Soundcast Studios (@soundcast_studios) • Instagram photos and videos Full access to the VIDEO VERSIONS of the podcast on Patreon! https://patreon.com/ExploringCreativeMinds

David is a first time Director who is working on several projects! I saw his short film "Likeness" in theaters and really enjoyed it. In this episode, we talk about David's experience making the film and the film he currently has in the works "Pit Stop". recorded on August 28th. Become a member on Patreon to see the VIDEO VERSION'S of the podcast! https://patreon.com/ExploringCreativeMinds Follow David here: David A Flores (@davidfloreswrites) • Instagram photos and videos

In this opening episode, I talk to filmmaker and friend Rakesh Naguri . We talk about the future of AI, His experience as an Indian filmmaker, and what makes a good story.

Have you ever wondered why people choose to be creative? In this podcast, Judah Hooper talks to different creative people to learn about their processes to see if there is an answer to why! Judah will also be exploring creative minds throughout history, such as Walt Disney, Franz Kafka and many others. Exploring Creative minds will always be an informative and insightful approach to learning about each process.