PAINT the podcast Cork & Chroma

An interview with JC and Hillary about the concept, design process, and production of Cork & Chroma's new Capsule Collection 001. Find out how these two talented creative luminaries overcame the obstacles of creating products for the first time. And take a deep dive into the thought process and meticulous attention to detail that went into the collection, ensuring every piece had a purpose and would stand the test of time and use in a person's creative journey.

Find JC on Instagram @jacinta_conza

See and shop the full Capsule Collection 001 on the Cork & Chroma website. 

If you thought pursuing your creative outlet is not possible when you are a new mum, this Melbourne artist can show you otherwise! Meet Chloé Newby, abstract painter, designer, Head of Branding and Projects at Cork & Chroma, and new mum. Chloé shares with us the process she went through to create her most recent painting series, Midnight Magnolias, and how she managed such a mammoth creative project with baby in tow. 



Midnight Magnolias was created as part of AMPR Group's Artist Program and can be viewed in person at AMPR Group

Find Chloé on Instagram @bychloenewby

View the collection on her website chloenewby.com

How do we find our style in painting? And, do we need to have a style to be a true artist?

Eddy shares three things that can help us discover our painting style and how we can create freedom around our identity as a painter.

In this episode, Hillary shares her thoughts on how knowing your ‘why’ can help your painting hobby, and shares the times she was reminded about how intentions can make a big difference in our creative experience. 

Ready to take a bold move with your art? Eddy discusses a recent experience with her painting practice where she was encouraged to make some bold moves to an old artwork and transform it into something new. Do you have an artwork lying around that could use a refresh? Listen to this episode, it may just be the inspiration you need to make that bold move!

Have you lost touch with your creative passions? Did you forego your favourite hobbies in high school? Throw away your paints when you moved out of home?  In this episode, we chat with Ann Nuyen. After giving up art in school to pursue an academic career in law, Ann made some big life-changing decisions. Today Ann is the Head of Operations at Cork & Chroma and has her own small business happily painting and selling terracotta pots. Find out how Ann rekindled her creative passions and why art plays such a big part in her family life.