The Creative Struggle

Visual artist Marcos Hernandez Chavez speaks with me about growing up split between cultures, the importance of authenticity in art, and how your environment shapes the lens through which you view the world. LinksVisit Marcos' websiteFollow Marcos on InstagramFollowFollow The Creative Struggle on Instagram

Graphic designer, Laura Ragusa, speaks with me about post-grad career uncertainty, moving from full-time to freelance, finding gigs, and context switching between freelance and mom responsibilities. LinksFollow Laura on InstagramVisit Laura's websiteVisit Laura's Etsy shop

Illustrator and visual storyteller, Katia Oloy, speaks with me about always saying “how can I be of service?” rediscovering her purpose and giving herself a second chance. LinksFollow Katia on InstagramVisit Katia's websiteCheck out Anxiety in WonderlandVisit crisistextline.org

Ceramics craftsman, Connor McGinn, speaks with me about his journey from the Peace Corps, to working in kitchens, to crafting custom plateware for restaurants, to opening a collaborative workspace for makers.LinksFollow Connor on InstagramVisit Connor's websiteFollow Makers Central on InstagramVisit Makers Central's website

I speak with art director and lettering artist, Danielle Evans, about feeling average in art school, finding her passion, having her style ripped-off, and the lessons learned along the way.LINKSVisit Danielle's WebsiteFollow Danielle on InstagramRead Danielle's Articles on MediumCheck out Danielle's Articles on Working Not Working

After many months away from this project, I'm excited to announce that Season Two will be releasing on June 25th.Follow The Creative StruggleInstagramTwitter

Jazz pianist Mike Bond talks with me about the dangers of idolizing success and comparing yourself to other artists as well as about the importance of putting your creative curiosity first. Guest Bio Mike Bond started playing piano early, playing in Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall when he was just six years old. After competing classically for seven years, he began studying jazz. He has developed a growing audience in both the NYC music scene and around the world and is currently serving as the music director for Tap Dance Kid at NJPAC alongside award winning director and choreographer Savion Glover. Mike’s first album, The Honorable Ones, will be releasing later this year. Links Visit Mike Bond's website Follow Mike Bond on Instagram Follw Mike Bond on Facebook

Leila Tadros speaks with me about the importance of collaboration, building up trust with your colleagues and managers, navigating the often political nature of corporate companies, and expanding your skillset. Links Visit Leila's leather goods website Follow Leila on Instagram

Matt Hill talks with me about an art project that spent nearly 15 years on the back burner before he picked it back up again. We talk about creative blocks and the fears and doubts we impose on ourselves and what can be done to combat them. Links Visit Matt's Website Follow Matt on Instagram Visit National Parks at Night's Website Follow National Parks at Night on Instagram

Artist Alan Winslow talks to me about the research and thought process behind some of his interactive pieces, as well as discussing the time directly after graduating from college and some of the challenges associated with being a full-time artist. ### Links [Visit Alan's Website](https://www.alanwinslow.com) [Follow Alan on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/alanwinslow/)