This is Not Art Therapy (The Podcast)

In this episode, we dive deep into the theme of connection — with ourselves, with others, and within our communities. John kicks things off by sharing how pivotal it is for him to connect with his body every day through physical activity. He doesn’t just talk the talk — this guy doesn’t mess around when it comes to putting that philosophy into practice (and if you’ve ever received one of his legendary hugs, you know exactly what we mean — the kind that can bend pans!).From there, we explore the

In this episode of This is Not Art Therapy, we’re joined by Ottawa-based musician Trevor, who shares his creative journey and the role music has played in shaping his identity. We explore how he adapted during the pandemic, discuss how creative constraints can fuel innovation, and talk about the joy of collaboration. Plus, we launch a community playlist for you to tune into!

In this episode of This is Not Art Therapy, we dive into the roots of creativity and what keeps us inspired to keep making art. John reflects on the powerful influence his sister had on his artistic journey—how her creativity helped spark his own, and how her support planted the early seeds of confidence. He shares how his drive to improve has remained a steady force behind his practice, even during times of doubt.We talk about how our relationships with our own art have shifted over time. What once

In episode four of This is Not Art Therapy, we explore the theme of meaning-making through art, memory, and connection. John shares new comics and characters, opening up about the influential experiences—and struggles—that have shaped him. We talk about how challenge and vulnerability can become powerful threads in building personal meaning.Anita, John’s girlfriend, made some art as well, and reflections were made on the deep impact of her grandmother’s presence in her life. Together, we explore how

In episode three of This is Not Art Therapy, John and Linnea dig into the tender terrain of rejection—what it feels like, how we process it, and how we show up for others when they're going through it too. We begin with the immediate sting of rejection and explore how, over time, that pain can shift—sometimes even becoming a path to growth or transformation.Together, we question whether rejection can be reframed, and what healing or wisdom might emerge when we sit with our discomfort. We also unpack

In this episode, John and Linnea dive into the nuanced differences between rest, relaxation, and recharging—what they mean, how they feel, and why we need them all. We revisit our art from the first episode, and John shares his personal rest ritual, crafted to help him decompress after work. He also introduces us to Tomo, a fruit-of-wisdom-eating monkey who refuses to return to his old self. There’s even a surprise: John experiments with colour! As we meet new characters and watch their stories

John and Linnea spend the time reconnecting and reminiscing about how they know each other. Linnea is an art therapist who wishes to share art resources and encourage everyone to make some art about it. John, new to the art game, shares his heroic tale of exploring art land as a creative notice with little to know art background. The art directives centre around self-exploration, and invites us to look at life in its multiplicities. Together they share their creative paths, the benefits but also the

Hello from Linnea. :) This is a quick introduction to the podcast, Linnea shares the format and the inspiration behind how this came to be. Don't worry, John will be joining next episode.