Creating in the Cracks

In this episode, Sarah is the heroine, gracefully keeping her cool through a week of meltdowns, and I conquer a trip to Officeworks. We both melt over the beauty of felt art and the discovery of a pop-art nun. Sarah continues to push through the anatomy of a story while I tick off projects to share and sell. Finally, we get to the vulnerable side of being artist mothers, how we work towards a positive mindset, giving ourselves permission to enjoy and cultivate our gifts through our work. steinbingenstudios@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahfiddelaers/ https://www.instagram.com/ag_doyle/ Less's personal development course with Sydney Archdiocese: The Woman School Masterclass with January Donovan: https://thewomanschool.com/ Sally Mavor Felt Wee Folk https://www.instagram.com/salleymavor/ MMMcrafts https://www.instagram.com/mmmcrafts/ The American Pop Art nun: Corita Kent https://www.corita.org/

In this episode, Sarah and Lessie have both been feeling pretty flat in their creativity. They talk about recognising your inner critic and how to send them… well elsewhere. The girls draw inspiration from Claude Monet and Julia Donaldson while delving into ways to observe how one describes characters and settings whether through words or pictures. They also discuss the beauty and tension of the collaboration it takes to make successful picture books. We hope you enjoy the ramblings with cameos from a couple of small people, enjoy. Email: Steinbingenstudios@gmail.com Instagram Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahfiddelaers?igshid=YzVkODRmOTdmMw== Lessie: https://www.instagram.com/ag_doyle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Redbubble https://www.redbubble.com/ Pixels https://pixels.com/ The Jealous Curator Pixels https://pixels.com/ Susanna April https://www.instagram.com/susannaapril?igsh=Y28xYW15Yzg0Z3px Paper Dolls, Julia Donaldson https://www.juliadonaldson.co.uk/books/picture-books/the-paper-dolls/

Ep 17 In this episode, Sarah and Lessie share routines and habits currently making their lives a little easier and keeping the chaos at bay. Sarah shares all about her recent tour of Victoria’s state library and divulges some of the secrets it has tucked away before we touch on some of Lessie’s pretty fascinating family heritage. Email: Steinbingenstudios@gmail.com Instagram Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahfiddelaers?igshid=YzVkODRmOTdmMw== Lessie: https://www.instagram.com/ag_doyle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Redbubble https://www.redbubble.com/ Made it https://madeit.com.au/ Pixels https://pixels.com/ State library of Vic https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/ State library grants. https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/fellowships/

In this episode Sarah and Lessie swap Easter celebrations and shenanigans involving too much chocolate. Sarah has continued her exploration of Tolkien’s translation of Beowulf while Lessie has been plugging along with her commission and examining her portfolio for Kidlitvic. Lessie gives the Angel Studios film, Cabrini a glowing review in its ability to emphasise the humanity of its subject and the simply phenenomenal story of Mother Cabrini and her missionary order in New York.

In this episode Sarah’s and Lessie share the shenanigans of family life between 4-9pm, a bit about managing anxiety and why Sarah didn’t pursue birth coaching. Lessie talks about tackling commissions and Sarah discusses her latest Tolkien discovery which lead to a golden moment of motherhood and the joy of language. The KidLitVic conference is coming up in May, tickets go on sale next Monday, so Lessie is getting pretty excited! Tolkein and Beowulf https://www.booktopia.com.au/beowulf-j-r-r-tolkien/book/9780007590094.html Inspired to write https://www.instagram.com/inspiredtowrite/ India Rose Crawford https://www.instagram.com/indiarosecrawford/

Welcome to the last episode of creating in the cracks for 2023, our Christmas special. Today we bring to you the delightful Helena Adeloju and her most sublime Christmas compilation of spoken word poetry, including her very own composition, “The Kings Gift”. Inspired by her research and work going into this compilation we reminisce over all things Christmas and poetry, each of us deep diving into some of the most nostalgic traditions that have marked our childhoods, cultivating the spirit of Christmas each of us carries on today. Although I’m not too sure the music snob in me can forgive Sarah for her favourite carol choice! We hope you enjoy this fabulous episode- don’t mind the extra little voices from time to time. Grab a cuppa, slow down for a while and join us on our trip down memory- and history- lane. (Intro music by JP Doyle) Email: Steinbingenstudios@gmail.com Instagram Helena: https://www.instagram.com/helenaadeloju?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/sarahfiddelaers?igshid=YzVkODRmOTdmMw== Lessie: https://www.instagram.com/ag_doyle?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Helena’s links: Christmas (A Spoke Word Collection) Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/album/5nGLXL3xdH4O1sjmiUcPKa?utm_campaign=website&utm_medium=Email+&utm_source=SendGrid Bushfire Moon Movie https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8VkP7DV02yw Forget Me Not - Poem https://www.poetrynook.com/poem/forget-me-not-4 Raul Berzosa https://www.instagram.com/raulberzosa/

In this episode, Lessie finally gets past car issues (she hopes) and has all the end of year feels with the school term wrapping up. Sarah continues to delve into character development - what her characters are not! - and plotting for her new novel, drawing inspiration from what we agree is a must-watch film, and both of us get excited over the arrival of Lessie’s new homeware collections. Shakira Bell Art: https://instagram.com/shakira.bell_art?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng== Contact us: Email: steinbingenstudios@gmail.com Sarah: https://instagram.com/sarahfiddelaers?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng== Lessie: https://instagram.com/ag_doyle?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng%3D%3D&utm_source=qr

In this episode, Lessie explains how her van (like everyone else) has had enough of 2023 and created a saga on the way to market. Sarah is served tea and a book after emulating Bandit Heeler's duck cake meltdown, and both of them share plans for St Nick's Day, Advent, and Christmas. Sarah also discusses her previous battles with plotting and how she's making progress while Lessie goes through some of the considerations to make when submitting to a publisher as an author-illustrator. Instagram Sarah: @sarahfiddelaers Lessie: @ag_doyle Stein & Bingen Studios: @steinbingen_studios email: steinbingenstudios@gmail.com Bianca Pozzi: https://www.instagram.com/bianca.pozzi/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== Aid to the church in need:  https://thatcatholicshop.com/shop/all/know-thyself-the-game-of-temperaments

In this episode Sarah and Lessie tackle hangry-ness and helping kids communicate with the wisdom of Dan Seigel. Lessie rediscovers the joy and charm from two very fond childhood memories, while Sarah daringly moves one of her characters across the globe from Paris to London. This episode feels like home to us, chewing over all things creative with a dear friend, so come join us! Sarah Fiddelaers: https://instagram.com/sarahfiddelaers?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng== Alessandra Doyle: https://instagram.com/sarahfiddelaers?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng== The whole brain child by Dan Siegal https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-whole-brain-child-daniel-j-siegel/book/9781921844775.html Printers in Bali: https://instagram.com/palmprintingco?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng== Christmas is coming advent book: https://www.booktopia.com.au/christmas-is-coming-an-advent-book-katie-hickey/book/9781452174075.html Birdie Rose Art Co (peg dolls) https://instagram.com/birdieroseartco?igshid=NzZlODBkYWE4Ng== The Jolly Postman https://www.booktopia.com.au/search.ep?keywords=the+jolly+postman+&productType=917504 Peepo https://www.booktopia.com.au/peepo--janet-ahlberg/book/9780141337425.html Paul Gauguin novel ‘I am not your Eve’ https://www.booktopia.com.au/i-am-not-your-eve-devika-ponnambalam/book/9781915693051.html

In this episode, Sarah and I discuss apple hoards, swap holiday packing tips and explore the world of pigments and play, in writing and doodling. In my latest read, I delved into the abyss of communism while Sarah has begun to wrestle with the structure of her latest story. Binca Pozzi https://www.instagram.com/bianca.pozzi/ Studio Senn https://www.instagram.com/studio_senn/ Belle Vue park wool https://www.bellevuepark.com.au/ Marlene Taylor, Ruco Paints https://instagram.com/rucopaints?igshid=YTQwZjQ0NmI0OA== The Archivist’s Story https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/81820/the-archivists-story-by-travis-holland/ Stacie Bloomfield https://www.leverageyourart.com/

In this episode Sarah and I delve into the seasons of motherhood & creativity, conquering imposter syndrome and your inner critic. We explore how setting goals or deadlines can keep those cracks creative, cultivating the art of leisure and the exciting discovery of a new chocolate! We also discuss staying focussed on the self-revelation of a story, playing with colour and the fascinating history of pigments. The jealous curator IG https://www.instagram.com/thejealouscurator/ Jen Storer duck pond https://girlandduck.com/the-duck-pond/ Mathilde Magazine https://www.mathildemagazine.com/ Jennifer Fulwiler https://www.booktopia.com.au/search.ep?keywords=jennifer+fulwhiler&productType=917504   UK Art supply shop Jacksons art supplies IG https://www.instagram.com/jacksons_art/ The last painting of Sarah de Vos by https://www.booktopia.com.au/search.ep?keywords=the+last+painting+of+sara+de+vos&productType=917504   The Secret Lives of Colour https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-secret-lives-of-colour-kassia-st-clair/book/9781473630833.html?source=pla&msclkid=1f7e0c8c05e913898a6669c6dc6c4744 Stacie Bloomfield https://www.leverageyourart.com/

Sarah and Lessie are thrilled to be back podcasting together! Boy have we missed it, and you! This episode holds a quick catch up on the last few years, moving from all littles to school aged kids, new directions, learning your craft and bringing women together to get creative. Instagram @sjfiddelaers @ag_doyle @steinbingen_studios Email: steinandbingenstudios@gmail.com Substack coming soon! Inspiration: @susannaapril @creativejourneycollective & @saltandgoldcollection (Instagram), The Anti-Mary Exposed by Carrie Gress, The Anatomy of a Story by John Truby, Where the Wild Things Are, Maurice Sendak (which has just over 300 words- not 64!). Visual Dyslexia Therapy: https://www.alisonlawsonclinic.com.au

In this episode, Sarah and Lessy lay it out about daily battles with little people and discuss the importance of historical events and cultural heritage. Sarah talks about her research for her novels and Lessy delves into the complexities of being simultaneously sensitive and creative when it comes to writing from different cultural perspectives.  Michael McIntyre https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Qrn8dla424 Their Finest (WW2 film) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1661275/ Better reading podcast https://www.betterreading.com.au/better-reading-podcast/ We would love to hear from you, contact details below! Sarah Fiddelaers www.sarahfiddelaers.com https://www.instagram.com/sarahfiddelaers Alessandra Doyle https://www.instagram.com/ag_doyle And find us on facebook!

This episode, Sarah and Lessy discuss the love hate relationship with supermarket collectibles, manuscript editing and what Sarah learned at the Romance Writers Festival. Highlights also include living vicariously through other people’s travels and how Sarah went with her pitch dates at the Festival. Sarah Fiddalaers: @sarahfiddelaers on Instagram and Facebook. Alessandra Doyle: @ag_doyle on Instagram and Facebook. Resources: Hemingway editor http://www.hemingwayapp.com/ Romance Writers of Australia https://romanceaustralia.com/ Australian Society of Authors https://www.asauthors.org/ Polina Bright Instagram https://www.instagram.com/polina.bright/ Spalding Education https://www.spaldingaustralia.com.au/ The Curious Case of the Missing Mammoth https://www.bookdepository.com/Curious-Case-Missing-Mammoth-Ellie-Hattie/9781848694491

In this episode, Sarah and Lessy give you the low down on why they've been so MIA. We're talking babies, baptisms and love letters inspired by Pride and Prejudice. On the creative front, Sarah has made some serious progress with her manuscript and Lessy has continued to dip in and out of creating and community.  Sarah Fiddelaers: instagram @sarahfiddelaers www.sarahfiidelaers.com Alessandra (Lessy) Doyle Instagram @ag_doyle And we're both on facebook! Resources mentioned Janet Lansbury https://www.janetlansbury.com/ Little Pink Dog Books https://littlepinkdogbooks.com/ Jen Storer’s duck pond https://girlandduck.com/ Scribbles academy https://girlandduck.com/ Romance writers of Australia https://romanceaustralia.com/ A Year of Tales http://wilkinsonnest.com/a-year-of-tales.html

Our contact details: sarahfiddelaers.com Instagram @sarahfiddelaers Facebook @Sarah Fiddelaers (writer) Twitter @sjfiddelaers alessandradoyle.com Instagram @ag_doyle Facebook @Alessandra G Doyle Twitter @agmdoyle Saintx studio https://saintxstudio.com.au/ Rosemary Mastnak, Dancing with Grandma https://www.hardiegrant.com/au/publishing/bookfinder/book/dancing-with-grandma-by-rosemary- mastnak/9781760126186 Kiss Kiss http://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Kiss-Kiss!/Margaret-Wild/9780689862793 Jennifer Fulwiler, one beautiful Dream http://jenniferfulwiler.com/books/

sarahfiddelaers.com Instagram @sarahfiddelaers Facebook @Sarah Fiddelaers (writer) Twitter @sjfiddelaers alessandradoyle.com Instagram @ag_doyle Facebook @Alessandra G Doyle Twitter @agmdoyle Action/expression sequences websites: www.youtube.com https://www.udemy.com https://www.skillshare.com Online Life Drawing Prompts: https://line-of-action.com/practice-tools/figure-drawing/ Nina Rycroft illustrator, online courses http://ninarycroft.com/online-classes/ Les Parisiennes https://www.booktopia.com.au/les-parisiennes-anne-sebba/prod9781474601733.html?source=pla&gclid=CjwKCAjwhqXbBRAREiwAucoo-1iyv9p8RWEAEqF1qa8p54oF4Bk1Htyz1PCVAICxxPImZnusCqZ5mhoCO4UQAvD_BwE History in our time podcast: Picasso’s Guernica https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b09bxkdm Nina Stajner illustrator http://www.ninastajner.com/ Natasher Lester https://www.natashalester.com.au

Our contact details: www.sarahfiddelaers.com Instagram @sarahfiddelaers Facebook @Sarah Fiddelaers (writer) Twitter @sjfiddelaers www.alessandradoyle.com Instagram @ag_doyle Facebook @Alessandra G Doyle Twitter @agmdoyle Sarah Davies illustrator http://sarah-davis.org/ Nanowrimo https://nanowrimo.org/ John le Carre, The Night Manager https://www.penguin.co.uk/search/?_charset_=UTF- 8&q=the+night+manager Kate de Camillo, La La La https://www.katedicamillo.com/books/lalala.html Rudy Nudi Emma Quay https://emmaquay.com/books/ Romance Writers of Australia https://romanceaustralia.com/ Pitch like a Professional https://romanceaustralia.com/pitch-like-a-professional-conference-primer- with-anita-joy/ Intro music by John Paul Doyle https://www.facebook.com/JohnPaulDoyleJazz/

Our contact details: www.sarahfiddelaers.com Instagram @sarahfiddelaers Facebook @Sarah Fiddelaers (writer) Twitter @sjfiddelaers www.alessandradoyle.com Instagram @ag_doyle Facebook @Alessandra G Doyle Twitter @agmdoyle Useful links and info from Episode 1: NSW Writers’ Centre https://writingnsw.org.au/ Queensland Writers’ Centre https://qldwriters.org.au/ Hachette Manuscript Development Award https://qldwriters.org.au/hachette/ Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators https://www.scbwi.org/ Jen Storer https://jenstorer.com/ Duckpond https://girlandduck.com/ Sarah’s new historical fiction author obsession Ella Carey http://www.ellacarey.com/ Lessy’s latest read that she can’t stop talking about One Beautiful Dream, Jennifer Fulwiler http://jenniferfulwiler.com/books/ Sarah’s research read https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spycatcher Lessy's new pens: Copic Multiliner pens Intro music by John Paul Doyle

In this episode, Sarah and Lessie swap comic horror stories about toilet training and being boy-mums, and delve into helping to heal recurring nightmares. We share the discovery of Rachel Ryusch, an artist mother from the Dutch Golden Era, before launching into the fraught labyrinth of humanising people on all sides of conflicts that involve terrible ethical and moral dilemmas, inspired by the novel, The German Wife by Australian novelist, Kelly Rimmer. Gingermelon dolls https://www.instagram.com/gingermelongirl/   Kelly Rimmer the German Wife https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-german-wife-kelly-rimmer/book/9780733649479.html The Dream completion technique https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lv38dzpcxfA Rachel Ryusch https://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/artists/rachel-ruysch https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rachel_Ruysch