Tiny worlds, Big Stories

What does it take to turn childhood creativity into a full-time artistic career? In this inspiring conversation, Lara sits down with Chelsea of Chelsea Makes. Chelsea is a miniature artist whose journey spans cardboard Barbie house renovations, landscape architecture, and building intricate tiny worlds for major brands like Warby Parker, Barbie, and L’Oreal.Chelsea shares the behind-the-scenes reality of brand collaborations, the courage it takes to leave stability for creativity, and why tiny objects can hold enormous emotional power. In this episode, they explore persistence, creative community, and the surprising opportunities that can come from being just a little strategically persistent.If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s too late, too risky, or too unconventional to follow your creative instincts, this episode is your reminder that imagination is often the most reliable compass.Website: https://www.chelseamakes.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/chelseamake...TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chelseamakesc...Book: https://www.amazon.com/50-Makes-Moder...Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ChelseaMakesCADomestika class: https://www.domestika.org/en/chelseam...

In this engaging conversation, Kylie White shares her journey from a childhood fascination with miniatures to building a successful business centered around her passion. She discusses the healing power of her hobby, the importance of community, and the tools that have helped her along the way. Kylie emphasizes the significance of authenticity in her work and offers advice for aspiring miniature artists. As she reflects on her evolving style and future aspirations, listeners are inspired by her story of creativity, resilience, and personal growth.Chapters00:00 Kylie's Early Fascination with Miniatures02:53 The Healing Power of Miniature Design06:00 Balancing Content Creation and Miniature Projects08:58 Turning a Hobby into a Business12:02 Father-Daughter Collaboration in Miniature Building15:03 The Emotional Attachment to Miniature Creations18:01 Building a Community and Marketing on Etsy21:02 Advice for Aspiring Miniature Artists24:02 Future Collaborations and Aspirations27:05 Manifesting Dreams and Future Goals30:03 The Journey of Creativity and Hobbies32:55 Embracing Technology in Miniature Making36:03 Finding Inspiration and Sources for Miniature Projects38:58 Evolving Styles and Personal Growth42:06 The Healing Power of Creativity46:01 Community Connections and Collaboration48:59 Honoring Childhood Dreams and AspirationsVisit Kylie at:instagram.com/kyliewhitespacetiktok.com/@kyliewhitespacehttps://www.kyliewhitespace.com/https://www.etsy.com/shop/WhiteSpaceMiniatureshttps://www.youtube.com/@kyliewhitespace*******Tiny Worlds, Big Stories YouTube channel:www.youtube.com/@tinyworldsbigstoriesLara's art:https://www.larablairartstudio.com/https://www.instagram.com/larablairartstudio

Tom Haney, a skilled artist and teacher, shares his journey from childhood fascination with mechanical art to becoming a full-time automata artist. He discusses his training, transition to entrepreneurship, and the evolution of his creative process. Tom's unique approach to automata and his teaching experiences are highlighted, along with the challenges and rewards of his artistic career. Tom Haney, a creative artist, shares his journey of creating marionettes and kinetic sculptures, his influences, and the importance of curiosity in his work. He also discusses the challenges of showcasing his unique artwork and the significance of creativity in his life.TakeawaysMechanical ArtistryTransition to Entrepreneurship Creativity as a driving forceThe value of curiosity in artistic expressionChapters00:00 Evolution of Creative Process and Artistic Career22:16 The Creative Collaboration27:25 Navigating the Art World33:58 Honoring Creativity and CuriosityWATCH THE VIDEO RECORDING of this podcast: www.youtube.com/@tinyworldsbigstoriesWebsite: https://www.tomhaney.com/Youtube channel: https://youtube.com/@tomhaneyartwork?si=OwGIJOb6qN6pTv0jIG: https://www.instagram.com/tomhaneyartwork/FB: https://www.facebook.com/people/Tom-Haneys-Artwork/100057975912434/#YouTube Little Tybee band video: https://youtu.be/-erw7PWJqDU?si=2EIJ43mUbTqBpgWR*******Visit Lara's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larablairartstudio/Visit Lara's website: https://www.larablairartstudio.com/

What happens when a master furniture maker is asked to make something small — and takes it just as seriously? Paris Renfroe is a lifelong craftsman whose hands have always been drawn to precision and beauty. Before miniatures, he built custom furniture and cabinetry — full-scale pieces made with the same care and perfectionism he brings to his miniature worlds today. In this episode, we talk about the moment a single request for a tiny version of his work changed everything, the discipline behind his mid-century modern aesthetic, and how his miniatures grew into museum-worthy pieces collected around the world.WATCH THE VIDEO RECORDING on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tJaiGJIkJWg?si=xXxZJWRtUOdp4ZUwParis' website: https://prdminiatures.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/prdminiatures/*******************Lara Blair's art: https://www.larablairartstudio.com/ - https://www.instagram.com/larablairartstudio/

In this debut episode of Tiny Worlds Big Stories, host Lara Blair introduces her passion for miniature art and the community surrounding it. She shares her personal journey from a childhood love of dollhouses to becoming a full-time artist, creating meaningful miniature scenes. The podcast aims to celebrate the creativity of miniature makers and explore the diverse world of miniatures beyond just dollhouses, including dioramas and fine art.WATCH THE VIDEO RECORDING ON YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZnHV7xkVZks?si=5OfNsEgmKVmTAIHILara Blair Art website: https://www.larablairartstudio.com/Lara Blair Art Studio IG: https://www.instagram.com/larablairartstudio/