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This is How We Create

Martine Severin

The This is How We Create podcast digs deeper into the creative life of contemporary artists of color. Discover what feeds their creativity and how they found (or are finding) their artistic voice. Through these intimate and candid conversations, you will gain insights into the lives of creative professionals of color that are hard to find anywhere else.

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104. Building Bridges to Your Future Creative Self...

This is How We Create ·

2025/01/09

Latest Episode: Building Bridges to Your Future Creative Self (Part 2 of 3) Transform your creative practice through this theatrical three-act exploration. Using insights from "Wicked" and conversations with seasoned artists, learn to identify and bridge the gaps holding you back. This episode offers gentle yet practical guidance for your creative journey. Chapters 00:00 New Beginnings: Podcast Updates and Series Introduction 03:05 Act One: The Mirror Moment 10:55 Act Three: Minding the Gap FREE

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01:05:17

103. How to Build Wealth as an Artist - James Hoston

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2025/01/08

How do you make a living as an artist while building long-term financial security? Today we're talking with James Hoston, a painter and educator who's taken an unconventional approach to the traditionally unpredictable world of fine art. After working in Jeff Koons' studio and teaching at prestigious institutions, Hoston is charting a path to become his own artistic benefactor through a surprising combination of methods. His story challenges the 'starving artist' stereotype and offers practical

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00:19:50

102. How to Find Purpose in Your New Year’s Planning...

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2025/01/01

In this episode of 'This Is How We Create', Martine Severin reflects on the creative lives of contemporary artists of color, emphasizing the importance of planning and self-reflection as the new year approaches. She shares personal anecdotes about her journey, the significance of understanding one's purpose, and the need for deep self-exploration to bridge the gap between who you are and who you aspire to be. The conversation encourages you to think beyond mere resolutions and focus on the stories

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00:31:46

101. ICYMI: How to Challenge Stereotypes Through Art...

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2024/12/25

In cased you missed it, we're replaying our most popular episode of 2024 with Candace Tavares. Candace joins us to talk about how can you unleash your creativity and defy limitations. Candice embraces the rich textures of wood to create powerful works that celebrate Black beauty and shatter negative stereotypes. Her art is a warm embrace, reminding viewers of their inherent value and strength. Tune in for a dose of inspiration! ✨ Keep up with your host Martine Severin

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00:50:26

100. How to Built a Thriving Creative Practice Across...

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2024/12/18

Welcome to our 100th Episode! Cue the confetti! Thank you for being part of our community. In this episode, we’re thrilled to sit down with Andrea Pippins—illustrator, author, and creative powerhouse—as she shares her inspiring journey of self-discovery, growth, and artistic transformation. Andrea opens up about the defining moments that shaped her career and creative voice from her early influences to her bold decision to move to Sweden. Through candid reflections and actionable advice, Andrea

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00:37:51

99. How to Trust Your Creative Evolution: Holly...

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2024/12/11

99. How to Trust Your Creative Evolution: Holly McWhorter on Moving Between Art FormsIn this conversation, Holly McWhorter shares her journey as an artist, writer, and entrepreneur, discussing her childhood influences, her experiences living between Copenhagen and Brooklyn, and her transition from running a skincare business to rediscovering her passion for painting during the pandemic. She reflects on her creative process, the importance of color theory, and offers advice to her younger self

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00:49:11

98. How to Create a Creative Business with Purpose...

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2024/12/04

On today's episode, we sit down with Sherrod Faulks, founder of Deep Black Ceramics. From tech screens to pottery wheels, Faulks shares his remarkable transition from UX design to establishing his ceramics brand. We explore how authenticity shapes his creative process, from custom glaze formulation to collection development.Faulks discusses finding creative courage through his partner's support and how his background in user experience informs his artistic vision. Through our conversation, he

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00:30:09

97. How to Turn Photography from Side Hustle to...

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2024/11/27

If you’ve ever considered dipping your toes into a creative field, tune in to hear the journey of Ayanah George, a digital and film photographer who masterfully bridges the worlds of engineering and photography. From mastering double exposure techniques to embracing the beautiful imperfections of film photography, she shares intimate insights into her creative evolution. Ayanah discusses how she built a thriving side business while staying true to her artistic voice. This episode offers a glimpse

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00:44:51

96. How to Build a Creative Career Rooted in Passion...

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2024/11/20

In this episode of This Is How We Create, we sit down with the talented photographer Kelly Marshall to explore the journey of turning passion into purpose. Throughout our conversation, Kelly emphasizes the power of building strong networks and lifting up other creatives, especially within the Black community. She reveals practical strategies for balancing personal projects with commercial work, managing client expectations, and creating multiple income streams. But it’s not all about

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00:27:45

95. How Art Will Save You: A Conversation with...

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2024/11/12

In this soul-stirring episode, Sheffield-based artist Rashna Hackett shares her extraordinary journey from a 35-year career in psychiatric nursing to discovering her calling as an artist at age 50. Born in Tanzania with memories of Mount Kilimanjaro and the Indian Ocean, Rashna reveals how art became her sanctuary during a period of workplace bullying and depression. Through her uniquely intuitive approach to large-scale abstract paintings and her joyfully chaotic studio practice, she explores

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00:46:07

94. How to Innovate Your Art with the Power of...

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2024/11/06

Have you ever considered using Augmented Reality in your work? Meet creator, writer, and Augmented Reality developer Steven Christian as he shares his journey from a love for cartoons and video games. Steven shares how he came to find Iltopia Studios, where he blends storytelling with cutting-edge augmented reality (AR). He recounts how a pivotal Adobe Max conference ignited his interest in using AR to create immersive tech-forward experiences. During our time together, Steven discusses his

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00:56:20

93. How to Transform Your Creative Practice Through...

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2024/10/29

Join us for a transformative conversation with multidisciplinary artist Malene Barnett, who shares her evolution from commercial textile designer to ceramicist, researcher, and cultural preservationist. In this episode, Barnett reveals how embracing her authentic artistic voice led to founding the Black Artists and Designers Guild (BADG), securing a Fulbright grant to research African-Caribbean pottery traditions, and authoring Crafted Kinship, a groundbreaking book featuring 60+ makers across the

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00:30:48

92. How to Center the Black Experience in Your...

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2024/10/24

In this soul-stirring episode of This Is How We Create, Townsend takes us behind the lens, sharing how she went from shooting personal projects in Chicago to commanding commercial sets – all while staying true to her roots. Through her surrealist-inspired imagery, Akilah isn't just making pictures; she's rewriting narratives and reclaiming Black stories. "Photography is my form of resistance," Townsend says. Through her work, she crafts visual love letters to Black culture that challenge mainstream

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00:37:31

91. How to Address Black Masculinity in Art - Fahamu...

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2024/10/23

Some people wait to be chosen, hired, or validated. But others don't wait. They make their own path with determination. They use different tools, like guerrilla marketing, to get noticed. Dr. Fahamu Pecou is one of those people. Today on the podcast, you'll hear his inspiring journey from dreams of working as an animator to becoming an award-winning artist. Dr. Pecou studied painting, when he secured a job as a graphic designer, his artistic career changed course. In our talk, Dr Pecou shares how

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00:22:57

90. How to Navigate the Creative Journey as a Design...

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2024/10/16

Graphic design student Ruby Lee reflects on her creative journey from childhood influences to balancing personal style with commercial design. She shares her dream of creating experiential events, the importance of mentorship, and how tackling untold stories fuel her creativity. Episode Overview: Keep up with your host Martine Severin https://martineseverin.com/ Follow This Is How We Create ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thisishowwecreate_/⁠ Subscribe to our Newsletter:

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00:40:09

89. How to Build Your Interior Design Business from...

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2024/10/09

Join us for an exclusive conversation with Byron Risdon, the interior design sensation taking the industry by storm. In this episode, Byron pulls back the curtain on his remarkable journey: From childhood dreams to design stardom: Discover the roots of Byron's passion Crafting a signature style: Learn how he developed his unique aesthetic Client whisperer: Uncover Byron's foolproof formula for decoding client desires Pushing boundaries: Why calculated risks are the secret sauce in Byron's

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00:57:57

88. How To Market Your Artwork – Courtney Minor

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2024/10/02

In this episode of This Is How We Create, multidisciplinary artist Courtney Minor reveals how her emotions fuel her artistic process. From reigniting her creative spark in Vietnam to using art as therapy, Courtney also shares practical tips on how to market your artwork, how to use unconventional materials in your creative work and how to find your target collectors.Episode Overview: Keep up with your host Martine Severin https://martineseverin.com/ Follow This Is How We Create

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00:36:20

87. How to Create Diverse Characters in Animation -...

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2024/09/25

In our latest episode of 'This is How We Create,' we dive deep into the world of Joshua Leonard, the creator of Team Supreme. From his early days as a military kid sketching Garfield to pitching groundbreaking inclusive animated series to major networks, Joshua's journey is as inspiring as it is instructive. This episode unpacks: The impact of diverse life experiences on creativity How to create authentic, inclusive characters The realities of pitching diverse content to major

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00:56:23

86. How to Communicate to Your Specific Audience -...

This is How We Create ·

2024/09/18

Art director and graphic designer Kendell Burton shares his creative journey, from early influences to building a career at VaynerMedia—Discover the key questions to ask yourself to communicate better with your audience. Hear Kendell’s habits for success and his insights on fostering meaningful connections. Finally, if you love the horror film genre, stay for recommendations from Kendell’s podcast, TerrorNova. Episode Overview: Keep up with your host Martine Severin

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00:26:51

85. How to Build a Production Company from The Ground...

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2024/09/06

Welcome back. On today's episode, theater producer, photographer and model, Chandra Lynch chats with us about how she turned her childhood passion for arts into a thriving production company.Dive into her world of emotion-driven creativity, from photography to theater. Learn the power of meditation in art and gain insider tips on pricing and branding your work. Chandra also shares her journey of mastering production skills while battling perfectionism. Get ready for a dose of inspiration,

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