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Colour Me Happy! - By Brandi Hofer Studios

Brandi Hofer Studios

A podcast for creatives, dreamers, and anyone ready to live more boldly — Join me, Brandi Hofer, on Colour Me Happy! Each week, we dive deep with artists, makers, and inspiring humans to talk about what it really takes to live a creative life. We get honest, we laugh (a lot), sometimes we cry, and we always leave feeling a little more seen and connected. Because creativity isn’t just about making art — it’s about making a life that feels true to you. Tune in and see how we turn the everyday ordinary

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00:44:27

Making Art in the Middle of Real Life with Jenna Deibel

Colour Me Happy! - By Brandi Hofer Studios ·

2025/11/28

Here’s a clean, emotional, on-brand set: title, quote, description, and two takeaway tips — written in your warm, empathetic, creative voice with zero emojis.“Your life doesn’t have to be calm for your creativity to matter. You just have to show up anyway.” - BrandiIn this heartfelt conversation, Brandi Hofer and artist Jenna Deibel get honest about what it truly looks like to make art inside a very full life. Between children, work, dinner on the stove, and even recording this episode during

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00:37:24

The Strange, The Creative, The Brilliant - A Triple...

Colour Me Happy! - By Brandi Hofer Studios ·

2025/11/21

Every artist has a weird habit or two — sometimes that’s exactly where the magic starts. — Brandi This week on Colour Me Happy Podcast The Strange, The Creative, The Brilliant: You’re getting two incredible artists for the price of one! We sat down with Rene Romero Schuler and Taylor Smith, two creatives with wildly different processes but surprisingly overlapping gallery journeys. From the emotional and intentional to the messy and mischievous, we dive into the strange rituals and unexpected

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00:42:01

RedefineSuccess For You! With Canadian Artist...

Colour Me Happy! - By Brandi Hofer Studios ·

2025/11/14

Being a Woman today changes how we measure success—it’s no longer just about how much you work or accolades, it’s about creating a life that feels full and aligned.” — BrandiIn this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Toronto-based artist and teacher Christine Kim to talk about the beautiful chaos of balancing motherhood, teaching, and creative practice. Christine opens up about finding time to create after her daughter’s bedtime, redefining what success means as an artist, and how she’s embracing

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00:55:30

Self Acceptance Happens Here: Creating a “Good Messy”...

Colour Me Happy! - By Brandi Hofer Studios ·

2025/11/05

My studio is a good messy — it’s where creativity lives, where I can spread out, make mistakes, and keep growing. — Brandi This week on Colour Me Happy Podcast Creating a “Good Messy” Space with Nicki Traikos In this cozy and honest episode of Colour Me Happy, artist and creative entrepreneur Nicki Traikos shares how her once-living-room evolved into a thriving studio space — the birthplace of Life I Design. We dive into what it means to create an environment that supports your creativity, even

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00:26:13

You Were Made to Create: Embracing Your Original...

Colour Me Happy! - By Brandi Hofer Studios ·

2025/10/31

Brandi sits down with New York–based installation artist Laurie Shapiro, whose vibrant, immersive worlds remind us that creativity is as unique as a fingerprint. Together, they explore the creative process, the idea of “stealing like an artist” (as Austin Kleon says), and why true originality isn’t about being first — it’s about being authentic.Laurie shares how she builds her layered, colourful environments and how we can all push past creative self-doubt to express what’s already inside of us

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00:59:17

Start by Doing: Showing Up Anyway with Artist Andrea...

Colour Me Happy! - By Brandi Hofer Studios ·

2025/10/24

You don’t need permission to create — just start. The act of doing is where the magic begins.” — BrandiEver feel too intimidated to start? Whether it’s a blank canvas, a new creative path, or putting yourself out there online — we’ve all been there. In this inspiring chat with artist and educator Andrea Nelson, we talk about overcoming assumptions, letting go of inhibitions, and just beginning.Andrea is a big deal in the world of art, education, homeschooling, and creative curiosity. Together we

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00:37:23

Practicing Confidence! Be Cringe! Advice that will...

Colour Me Happy! - By Brandi Hofer Studios ·

2025/10/17

If You’re Going to Compete, Compete with Yourself — with Artist Megan RoyMake bad art. Be cringe. Just keep showing up — because your only goal is getting better. — BrandiIn this inspiring episode of Colour Me Happy, artist and illustrator Megan Roy joins host Brandi Hofer for a heart-to-heart about creativity, self-improvement, and the courage it takes to keep showing up. Megan shares how competing only with yourself can transform your art practice — and your mindset. Together, Brandi and Megan

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00:32:03

Know Your Worth: Building Strong Foundations with...

Colour Me Happy! - By Brandi Hofer Studios ·

2025/10/10

When you build a strong foundation, everything else will follow — your confidence, your pricing, and your creative freedom.— Brandi HoferIn this empowering episode, Calgary-based artist and designer Rachael Lyon joins Brandi to talk about what it really means to know your worth as an artist. With a background in illustration and event management, Rachael shares how she unexpectedly transitioned into mural art, the lessons she learned about pricing, and why fair compensation is essential for creative

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00:37:21

Nervouscited: Turning Nerves into Power & Creating a...

Colour Me Happy! - By Brandi Hofer Studios ·

2025/10/03

“Being nervous is the same as being excited—it’s just energy. When we flip it, we open the door to growth, creativity, and possibility.” — BrandiIn this inspiring conversation with artist Jodi Miller, we unpack the power of nervouscited—that buzzy feeling of nerves and excitement mixed together—and how reframing it can help us learn, grow, and trust our instincts. Jodi shares her journey of going full-time as an artist, what it’s like to balance parenting with creative work, and how turning 40 gave

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00:47:35

Flipping the Script: Alli K Design Muralist, & Author...

Colour Me Happy! - By Brandi Hofer Studios ·

2025/09/26

When we treat social media as a connector instead of a comparison game, it becomes one of the most powerful tools we have as creatives. – Brandi This week on Colour Me Happy Podcast I sit down with Alli K Design to hear how she built a thriving public art platform and business while staying true to her creative voice. We dive into the positive side of social media—how shifting your outlook turns it into a tool for connection, not exhaustion. Alli shares the power of creative friendships around the

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00:51:13

Build it Yourself - Turning a 'NO' into a 'YES'! -...

Colour Me Happy! - By Brandi Hofer Studios ·

2025/09/19

Every ‘no’ became a chance to create my own ‘yes'. – Brandi Rejection doesn’t have to be the end of your creative journey — it can be the spark that lights something even bigger. In this inspiring conversation, I sit down with artist, author, and curator Alexis Marie Chute, who turned early rejection from art galleries into a thriving career of building opportunities for others. From launching the InFocus Photo Exhibit (now in its 12th year!) to founding Wild Skies Art Gallery and Wild Skies

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00:00:18

Rediscovering Play with Andrea Mondragón: A...

Colour Me Happy! - By Brandi Hofer Studios ·

2025/09/12

Sometimes the best way forward is to return to what called to your heart in the first place. – BrandiOn this special mentorship episode of Colour Me Happy, artist Andrea Mondragón joins us to share her journey of reconnecting with the childlike joy and play that first drew her to art. Together, we explore how to lean into creative curiosity, how playfulness can become a powerful guide in shaping an artistic career, and how to navigate the challenges we all face as creators.If you’ve ever felt stuck

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00:43:23

The Courage to Pivot: Hannah Ricke on Art, Burnout &...

Colour Me Happy! - By Brandi Hofer Studios ·

2025/09/05

Your creativity will always be there for you—ever evolving, transforming, and reminding you of your strength. – Brand This week on Colour Me Happy Podcast in this inspiring episode, Brandi Hofer sits down with Hannah Ricke—artist, social worker, and the creative mind behind Flock of Beasts. Hannah shares her journey from earning a master’s in clinical social work to becoming a full-time artist, and now blending her creative practice with her passion for backpacking and empowering women. Hannah opens

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00:51:19

How to get Un-Stuck - With Canadian Artist Jenny Johnson

Colour Me Happy! - By Brandi Hofer Studios ·

2025/08/22

You learn more diving in, making mistakes and doing the work! – BrandiThis week on Colour Me Happy Podcast Artist Jenny Johnson joins host Brandi Hofer on the Colour Me Happy podcast for a real-talk conversation about making art while working full-time. Jenny shares her journey from pulling shifts at East Side Mario’s to fund art school, to building her practice around a busy schedule. She and Brandi dig into the realities of burnout, commissions versus personal work, and finding joy in the

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00:51:48

Sit Firmly in Your Creative Power— The Art,...

Colour Me Happy! - By Brandi Hofer Studios ·

2025/08/15

Your words have power, own your creative voice. Say it, write, it, walk it, feel it and see it all come to life! – Brandi Brandi sits down with Shirley Yang Crutchfield, an artist whose breathtaking 24-karat gold leaf work blends centuries-old techniques with a fiercely modern voice. Together, they dive into the balancing act of motherhood and creativity, the role of supportive partners, and the power of choice in carving your own artistic path. From navigating career reinvention to setting

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00:57:25

Paint, Play, and Guacamole: Unfiltered episode on a...

Colour Me Happy! - By Brandi Hofer Studios ·

2025/08/08

You don’t need a formal art education to build a meaningful, thriving creative life—you just need connection, curiosity, and the courage to begin. – Brandi This week on Colour Me Happy Podcast Paint, Play, and Guacamole: A Creative Life with RossoIn this fun and candid episode, Brandi Hofer chats with Rosso of Rosso Art School about her inspiring journey from a busy life in London to a quieter, creativity-filled existence in Oxford. Together, they dive into the balance of motherhood, teaching, and

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00:52:01

Creative Boundaries: Artist Life with South African...

Colour Me Happy! - By Brandi Hofer Studios ·

2025/08/01

Burnout doesn’t mean you’re broken — it means it’s time to listen.” – Brandi In this insightful episode of Colour Me Happy, Brandi Hofer chats with South African artist Jo Roets about navigating the highs and lows of full-time creative life. They explore the reality of burnout, why setting boundaries is key to staying inspired, and how self-care isn’t a luxury — it’s a necessity. Jo Roets is a celebrated South African artist and sculptor known for her intricate clay relief work inspired by botanical

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00:46:21

Inside the Art World with Art Consultant Penny Lane...

Colour Me Happy! - By Brandi Hofer Studios ·

2025/07/25

Brandi sits down with Pennylane Shen—art consultant, advisor, and founder of Dazed & Confucius—for an honest, insightful, and energizing conversation. Artists, this is a must-listen. From navigating burnout to discovering your true art direction, Penny Lane shares real advice from her experience in the industry, what galleries are really looking for, and how to stay inspired when the spark fades. Get behind the scenes of her career journey, find out what she’s tired of seeing in artwork, what

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00:46:25

Spreading Joy One Scoop at a Time: Building Community...

Colour Me Happy! - By Brandi Hofer Studios ·

2025/07/18

Spreading Joy One Scoop at a Time: Building Community with Business Owner Maria! Business isn’t just about the bottom line—it’s about the people around you and the community you serve. – Brandi In this episode of the Colour Me Happy Podcast, we sit down with Maria, owner of The Scoop, to talk about the heart and history behind her beloved local business. Maria shares how honouring tradition, embracing nostalgic memories, and building genuine connections have shaped The Scoop into a community

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00:55:30

The Power of Doing: With Artist, Illustrator and...

Colour Me Happy! - By Brandi Hofer Studios ·

2025/07/11

There’s so much value in simply starting and learning by doing—it’s where real growth happens. -Brandi This week on Colour Me Happy Podcast The Power of Doing: In this episode, we talk with artist, muralist, and illustrator Karen Sue about the power of saying yes to the process and trusting the journey. Karen lives by the advice from her art teacher that you learn far more by doing than by waiting until you feel ‘ready.’ She’s built her career in a thoughtful, organic way, letting one opportunity

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