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The Creative Pulse is a podcast about people and their creative passions. On each episode host Angela de Burger connects with people who are fired up about expressing themselves by imagining, experimenting and creating. You’ll hear from inspiring creators who’ll give you lots of ideas about how you can explore your creativity too.
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Lara Kluczynski is a self-taught multimedia artist who hand sculpts whimsical, wearable hats and headpieces that blend fashion and sculpture. She combines decorative frieze-style elements with fantastical animals, balancing tradition and kitsch in her creations. Lara explores innovative materials and techniques in her pieces, probing the boundaries between different art forms. Her style is theatrical, surreal and playful, with hints of antiquity and comedy sprinkled throughout. Lara’s work i...
Amanda Witucki is living her dream after finding artistic inspiration through the medium of paper, making origami-based paper sculptures. She uses origami folding techniques and specially chosen thick paper to create paper “paintings”, experiential works and site-specific art installations. In her artworks, Amanda combines precision and repetition with whimsy and colour. She’s also the creative mind behind the Secret Prezzie Project, an initiative to inspire hope, spread joy and connect str...
Laura June Ness is a Canadian dancer, actor, aerialist and singer who decided to make a big leap and chase her dream of performing in a West End show in London. And she made her dream come true! Laura is now a cast member of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child and recently made her debut performance in London’s West End. She’s sharing this creative adventure with her growing social media community, showing the work that goes into pursuing a dream like this, including all of the highs and lows s...
Nadja Nikko is a prop maker who dreamed of making props for the film industry and she’s made her dream come true! After being inspired by the prop makers from the Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones and Harry Potter series, she’s now making props for lots of productions, including Hollywood films. Nadja regularly shares behind-the-scenes insights into the world of prop making, techniques and materials, tutorials, creative tips, and personal stories from working in the film industry around th...
Kelly Lyles infuses creativity into every part of her life. She’s designed five art cars, organizes an annual art car festival and is a fine art painter specializing in portraits. Kelly is also an artistic community builder, attending openings and events most days of the week and supporting her wide network of creative friends in every way possible. Her art cars are vividly decorated and have creative names such as Leopard Bernstein and Excessories Odd-yssey. The Seattle Art Car Blowout she...
Rachael Harms Mahlandt is passionate about creating Sidewalk Joy - adding bright spots of whimsy to her city through creative art installations. Sidewalk Joy spots are free, curated public galleries, exchanges and displays, often installed in front yards, along a sidewalk fence, or on the side of a building. Her first project was creating a dinosaur-themed diorama (a ‘Dinorama’), which then led to a dino exchange, a micro book swap, an Air Bee N Bee, micro parks, a mug exchange, and more. Bu...
John Avilla joined his family’s band at only 8 years of age and the experience ignited a lifelong passion for music. Building on his expertise in branding and marketing for global companies, he is now a co-founder of Sound Union, a first-of-its-kind social club and creative studio in Redwood City, California. The space welcomes people who make music a central part of their lives—not necessarily as a career, but as a passion. It’s a cultural hub where music fuels well-being, creativity and co...
David Gilliver is multi-talented, sharing his creativity as a light painter and miniature artist. His works are both entertaining and thought-provoking in both their composition and subject matter. To create light paintings, he uses long-exposure photography techniques under the darkness of night. And his ‘Little People’ and ‘Toys’ macro photography series depict captivating scenes using miniature people and items to tell stories and offer social commentaries. He has been recognized with aw...
Hello friends! I’m your host Angela de Burger, and incredibly, once again summer is here, which means that instead of welcoming a guest on this episode, it’s time for me to pose a classic Creative Pulse question to you: What are your tips for starting up, or keeping up, the creative energy in your life? To share a tip, you can: - record a short voicemail from your phone or computer at speakpipe.com/CreativePulse - or you can send me a message or tag me in a post on Instagram @creativep...
Tri Le is a pen and ink artist who weaves imagination into his art, creating light within an illogical world. His work often leans toward surrealism, intertwining both traditional and contemporary elements. Tri’s pieces often explore the perpetual conflict between opposing forces: love and hatred, pleasure and displeasure, past and present. He seeks to capture the tension and harmony between these dualities, examining how they influence and shape one another. Building on a decade of experie...
Kasia Muzyka is an intuitive artist and seeker of the sacred threads that weave life’s visible and invisible dimensions. She paints with coffee, wine and natural pigments to make the unseen visible and says her works are portals - expressions of remembrance, healing and communion with the heart. She has exhibited her work nationally and internationally and her most recent exhibition, in New York, is titled The Sacred Condition of Being. She is also the founder of Call2Love, a wearable art b...
Alexandria Masse works with textiles and fibres to construct wearable art and soft sculptures. She is fascinated by how a material can be manipulated and uses sewing, knitting and crochet to make both functional and fine art creations. Alexandria’s works have been shown in two solo exhibitions as well as many group exhibitions all over Canada as well as in the United States, Portugal and Iceland, and she was selected as an artist-in-residence at Art Windsor-Essex. On this episode, host ...
MAESTRO is a Spanish artist who divides his time between the eastern coast of Spain and the western coast of the United States. He studied, trained and developed a professional practice as an architect and designer before beginning his artistic career. After immigrating to the United States, MAESTRO picked up a phone with a minimal data plan. The images on his screen often failed to load and he found himself intrigued by his own frustration. Over the following months, while working to rebui...
Louisa Deasey has been a professional writer for more than 20 years and her specialty is crafting memoirs. She says that true stories, well-told, have the power to change the world. In her captivating memoir, A Letter From Paris, Louisa shares how she received a message out of the blue from a stranger in France, telling her about a stack of letters written decades before about a man she hardly knew: her father. On this episode, host Angela de Burger chats with Louisa about how writing helps...
Simon Arizpe is an award-winning pop-up book designer, paper engineer and illustrator based in Brooklyn, NY. He’s a graduate of The Pratt Institute, has worked in the field of pop-up book design for over 20 years and was recently an artist-in-residence at Zion National Park. He’s designed more than 35 pop-up books to date and works on every aspect of the process, from concept to publication. His book, Stranger Things: The Ultimate Pop-Up Book, is a #1 best seller, and the three dimensional p...
Sammie Aplin works in the healthcare field but a few years ago, in her free time, she began to do daily beach clean-ups in her community. She noticed there was a lot of plastic litter on the shore and wanted to do something about it, viewing this waste as a resource. Before long, her creative mind saw a way to give these items a second life in thought-provoking, eye-catching, structured, yet whimsical artworks. Her pieces include colour-themed layouts made up of a wide variety of plastic tra...
Laurence Winram is a talented land artist who makes his professional living as an award-winning commercial and fine art photographer. He spends his free time following his passion by creating land art in forests, on beaches and anywhere inspiration finds him. He uses natural, found items such as leaves, flowers, sticks and stones, to create ephemeral works of art featuring geometric patterns, size progressions and tessellations that are absolutely captivating. Lucky for us, his photography ...
Kristy Gordon is a Canadian-born artist living in New York City who is an accomplished painter, teacher and writer. Her work has been widely exhibited and her paintings hang in more than 600 collections worldwide. She’s a three-time recipient of the prestigious Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation Grant and has participated in residencies and apprenticeships in Italy, China, Norway and France. She’s now helping to develop the next generation of artists as an adjunct professor at the New York A...
Fern Piyachut Rusmeeroj is a trained architect who followed her creative passion and developed a career making miniature models of structures and their contents. She designs and makes scaled representations of buildings, homes, shops and more, for both individuals and commercial clients. Imagine your own home and everything in it, created at a size that you could display on a coffee table. It’s like the ultimate, personalized dollhouse. On this episode, host Angela de Burger chats with Fern...
Mark Jones has dedicated over 25 years to empowering the next generation of creatives. His book, The Starving Artist Myth, challenges long-standing stereotypes about creative careers, advocating for the economic and social value they contribute to the world. Mark is an accomplished educator, producer and author, known for bridging the worlds of culture, technology and education and his insight into the evolving landscape of creative industries. He is the Dean of the Faculty of Animati...
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Robyn Bennett is a versatile artist known for her talents as a singer, songwriter, and producer. Her ability to craft compelling music and produce high-quality recordings showcases her diverse skill set and creative vision. Bennett's contributions to the music industry reflect a deep passion for artistry and a commitment to excellence. Her work continues to resonate with audiences, blending creativity with technical proficiency. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFnZ1o-5EEtHeGx5C8YrfzQ
Brittani Locke’s hand-marbled silk scarves offer a unique and artistic touch to fashion accessories. Each scarf showcases intricate marbling patterns, reflecting both craftsmanship and creativity. The use of silk ensures a luxurious feel and elegant drape, making these scarves not just stylish but also a high-quality addition to any wardrobe. Embracing such handcrafted pieces supports artisanal work and adds a distinctive flair to personal style. https://www.instagram.com/blyme.co.uk/
Her work blends classic design with modern techniques to create elegant and timeless lampshades that enhance any space. The episode highlights her creative process and dedication to preserving vintage aesthetics while offering practical lighting solutions. It's a fascinating look into the art of combining nostalgia with contemporary functionality in home decor. https://www.linkedin.com/in/gareth-rees-4b310b14/
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In Episode 107, Katie McKinstry Stylos showcases her unique talent for creating climbing rope art. Her work blends creativity and functionality, transforming rugged materials into stunning pieces of art. This episode highlights her innovative approach, demonstrating how everyday items can be repurposed into something beautiful. Katie’s art is a testament to the endless possibilities of artistic expression. https://www.linkedin.com/in/home-moves-made-easy-792829265/
Janel Hawkins, a talented sand sculptor and the founder of Sand Castle University. Her expertise and passion for sand art offer a unique and inspiring perspective on this creative medium. Listeners will gain insights into the world of professional sand sculpting and the educational mission of her university. Janel's journey exemplifies the blend of artistry and entrepreneurship. https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/plumbers/professional-service-pfvwus-pf~723086082?
Creativity thrives on curiosity, so always explore new interests and perspectives. Take breaks to recharge—summer is the perfect time to relax and find inspiration in nature. Embrace spontaneity and let your imagination wander freely. Remember, creativity often flourishes in moments of rest and leisure. https://www.instagram.com/americanwayplumbingnj/
"IGNITE: 6 Things I’ve Learned from 100 Conversations About Creativity" offers valuable insights from a wealth of discussions on fostering creativity. This resource highlights key takeaways and practical advice for unlocking creative potential. Learning from diverse perspectives can spark new ideas and approaches in your own creative journey. It’s an inspiring read for anyone looking to enhance their creative processes and thinking. https://x.com/certified_sewer
Their insights into the art of crafting engaging and challenging puzzles are both fascinating and inspiring. Discover how their unique approaches and innovative techniques contribute to the evolving puzzle landscape. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intricacies of puzzle creation and design. https://twitter.com/ecoplumbingnj
Her innovative approach blends artistic expression with quilting techniques, offering fresh inspiration and creative insights. Porter's journey and unique methods highlight the evolution of quilting as an art form. Tune in to explore her groundbreaking contributions and gain new perspectives on quilt design. https://twitter.com/riteratehvac
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