29 episodes

Artist friends chatting about the ups & downs of running a creative business. Sharing our experiences and advice with the creative community. Find us on Instagram and Youtube.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Creative Catch Up Melanie Chadwick

    • Arts
    • 4.7 • 24 Ratings

Artist friends chatting about the ups & downs of running a creative business. Sharing our experiences and advice with the creative community. Find us on Instagram and Youtube.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Our mistakes and failures

    Our mistakes and failures

    HELLO! Welcome to episode 8 of season 3 of Creative Catch Up
    In this episode, we chat about our mistakes and failures and the times where things don't go to plan.
    We also hear from artist Sandi Hester who shares how mistakes impact her art practice.
    So pop us on in the background, grab your favourite beverage and we'll keep you company for the next hour whilst you work on whatever you want to.
    Our Shop Links:
    Mel https://www.melaniechadwick.co.uk/
    Kriksis https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/kriksisart
    Natasha https://www.natashanewtonshop.com/

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    • 1 hr 12 min
    Marketing and building an audience

    Marketing and building an audience

    HELLO! Welcome to episode 7 of season 3 of Creative Catch Up
    In this episode, we chat about marketing and building an audience. We’ll be sharing our marketing experiences, and ways in which we have built up an audience.
    We also hear from marketing enthusiast Tom Ross, CEO of Design Cuts and he shares all his best advice to help artists market themselves.
    So pop us on in the background, grab your favourite beverage and we'll keep you company for the next hour whilst you work on whatever you want to.
    Our Shop Links:
    Mel https://www.melaniechadwick.co.uk/
    Kriksis https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/kriksisart
    Natasha https://www.natashanewton.com/
    Natasha's paint palette collab: https://deepdeeplight.com/product/mellow-days-cosy-nights/
    Use CODE deepdeepnatasha to get 10% off
    Don't forget to submit your questions- you can do so through the comment section here or on our IG account @creative.catchup.
    FInd our channels here:
     @MelanieChadwick 
     @NatashaNewtonArt 
     @kriksis 
    Until next time Stay Creative!
    Creative Catch Up Crew xxx

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    • 1 hr 16 min
    Self taught vs Formal Education

    Self taught vs Formal Education

    Welcome to episode 6 of season 3 of Creative Catch Up
    In this episode, we chat about whether or not you need a formal education to make it as a successful illustrator and artist. We’ll be sharing our experiences, the pros and cons and the bearing it has had on our own art careers.
    So pop us on in the background, grab your favourite beverage and we'll keep you company for the next hour whilst you work on whatever you want to.
    The creative catchup crew will have their first joint exhibition at Coast, Colour, Canvas gallery at Roskilly farm on the Lizard Peninsula 7th-13th October. If you're in the area come and visit them open daily 11-4pm.
    Don't forget to submit your questions- you can do so through the comment section here or on our IG account @creative.catchup.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    • 1 hr 14 min
    Inspiration

    Inspiration

    Welcome to episode 5 of season 3 of Creative Catch Up
    In this episode, we chat about what inspires us- whether that's books, movies, art supplies, music or the environment around us. Listen in to find out what lifts and motivates us.
    So pop us on in the background, grab your favourite beverage and we'll keep you company for the next hour whilst you work on whatever you want to.
    The creative catchup crew will be taking a break from recording during August whilst also getting ready for our first joint exhibition at Coast, Colour, Canvas gallery at Roskilly farm on the Lizard Peninsula in the Autumn but we will be back with a new episode October 1st.
    Don't forget to submit your questions- you can do so through the comment section here or on our IG account @creative.catchup.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    • 1 hr 7 min
    Creative Burnout

    Creative Burnout

    Welcome to episode 4 of our new season of Creative Catch Up
    In this episode, we chat about creative burnout and share our experiences.
    We also share the exciting news that we will be having a group exhibition in October 7th-13th in Cornwall. If you'd like to visit us in person be sure to come along.
    So pop us on in the background, grab your favourite beverage and we'll keep you company for the next hour whilst you work on whatever you want to.
    Don't forget to submit your questions- you can do so through the comment section here or on our IG account @creative.catchup.
    Find our channels here:
     @MelanieChadwick 
     @NatashaNewtonArt 
     @kriksis 
    Until next time Stay Creative!
    Creative Catch Up Crew xxx

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    • 1 hr
    Having a YouTube Channel

    Having a YouTube Channel

    Welcome to episode 3 of our new season of Creative Catch Up
    In this episode, we chat in depth about having a Youtube channel- the pros, cons, how much we earn and how it has impacted our art practice.
    If you're thinking of starting a channel then this is the one to listen to!
    We also have guest artist  @SarahBurnsStudio  and she shares with us her journey of having a Youtube Channel.
    So pop us on in the background, grab your favourite beverage and we'll keep you company for the next hour whilst you work on whatever you want.
    Don't forget to submit your questions- you can do so through the comment section here or on our IG account @creative.catchup.
    FInd our channels here:
     @MelanieChadwick 
     @NatashaNewtonArt 
     @kriksis 
    Until next time Stay Creative!
    Creative Catch Up Crew xxx

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    • 1 hr 11 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
24 Ratings

24 Ratings

kittykazzy ,

Wonder and awe

Totally brilliant little treasure of a podcast. Inspiring and full of great ideas. Thank you 💖🥰💕🌟✨👏🏻

NLeeArt ,

Lots of advice and wonderful art talk

Thank you for this wonderful podcast. I’ve only just discovered it and am working my way through the episodes. I’ve learnt so much already and there are so many brilliant tips for artists that are just starting out.

yvie2509 ,

Packed full with tips

Am overjoyed with the gems I've uncovered, the great advice, and gentle support you both give in each episode. Look forward to finding more treasures! Thank you ladies :D

Top Podcasts In Arts

Glad We Had This Chat with Caroline Hirons
Wall to Wall Media
Dish
S:E Creative Studio
Table Manners with Jessie and Lennie Ware
Jessie Ware
The Archers Omnibus
BBC Radio 4
Comfort Eating with Grace Dent
The Guardian
As the Season Turns
Ffern

You Might Also Like

Learn to Paint Podcast
Learn to Paint Podcast
Art Juice: A podcast for artists, creatives and art lovers
Louise Fletcher/Alice Sheridan
Talking with Painters
Maria Stoljar
The Laura Horn Art Podcast
Laura Horn
Art W**k
Fiona Verity and Julie Nicholson