The Creative Kind

Julie Battisti
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The Creative Kind is a visual arts podcast built around listener questions, explored with artists and art professionals. An artist-led conversation that goes into the grey areas of visual art and the creative life. Find me here on instagram: @thecreativekindpodcast Or on Substack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. -6 J

    Creative Strategy with Kass and Lauren Hernandez from Crossing Threads

    Today I'm talking with sisters Kass and Lauren Hernandez, the fibre artists behind Crossing Threads. This was an interesting conversation about what creative strategy actually looks like in practice; the real, week to week decisions that go into building a sustainable creative practice. Kass and Lauren are first generation Australians of Filipino heritage, living and working on Wangal and Gadigal Land in Sydney. They create one of a kind fibre and textile artworks; tapestries, woven pieces, soft sculptures, and framed textiles for both residential and commercial spaces. We talk about their weekly WIP structure (which they complete on Fridays and come back to fresh on Mondays), how they use Slack to communicate across the business, and why they time-track everything using Toggl. We get into how they filter every opportunity through a set of ROIs; financial gain, brand positioning, exposure, relationships, community, and creative growth; and why saying no is one of the most valuable things they do. We also chat about what it means to work with your sister, navigating feedback, dealing with imposter syndrome, and how becoming mothers was ultimately the catalyst for going full-time. This is one of those conversations that made me want to take notes! I hope you get as much out of it as I did.  We mentioned a lot of different systems and tools in this one and you’ll find a complete list on the Substack post here.  Find Kass and Lauren here on their website and here on Instagram. You can find the podcast here on Instagram & here on substack Thanks so much for listening! Feel free to rate, review and share if you enjoyed it, it really does help other people find the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    56 min

  2. 20 AVR.

    Q&A with Sophie Vander from Curatorial+Co

    Sophie Vander is back, and this time we're going straight to your questions. Since Sophie's first appearance on the podcast back in August 2024, I have had a lot of follow up questions come in- it seems you had so much more you wanted to hear from her. So did I! Sophie is the founder and director of Curatorial+Co, a Sydney-based contemporary art gallery and consultancy on William Street in Woolloomooloo. She works with a stable of 45+ artists (80% of whom are female-identifying), leads a team of 11, and juggles gallery exhibitions, an art consultancy arm, and international art fairs, all at the same time. In this episode we cover a lot of ground, from the work Sophie saw at Art SG that completely stopped her in her tracks, to how she picks artists for international fairs, what actually puts her off an artist, and where she goes looking for new talent. We talk about the art market right now, honestly and practically, and what that means if you're an emerging artist trying to sell work. We chat about the gallery relationship; including the one thing she says almost never happens when artists come to her about representation, but really should. Links and people mentioned: Curatorial+Co website: curatorialandco.comCuratorial+Co on Instagram: @curatorialandcoMorgan Stokes: morganstok.es | @morganstok.esTheresa Hunt: @theresahuntartistSimon Cardwell: @cardwell.simonLynn Savery: lynnsavery.com.au | @lino_saverySophie Vander on the Build Beautiful podcast - hereSophie's first appearance on The Creative Kind: August 2024 episodeArtworks that Sophie Mentioned: Citra Sasmite at Art SGMarina Abramović at Art SGFor a more complete list- please check out the substack post here  If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with an artist friend, it genuinely helps other people find the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    58 min

  3. 16 MARS

    Critique and the Inner Critic with Alyssa Monks

    In this episode I’m talking with painter Alyssa Monks about how feedback, both internal and external, shapes an artist’s work and confidence. We explore what kinds of critique have helped her over her career and how she learned to distinguish useful feedback from noise. Alyssa shares how critical comments that bother you can sometimes be the most revealing. We also dive into the psychological side of creativity: transforming your inner critic from an adversary into a problem-solving partner, trusting your own vision while staying open to perspective, and why asking who you ask for feedback matters. Alyssa reflects on navigating personal and professional critiques, choosing when to ask for input, and why hope and curiosity are essential ingredients in the studio. You can find Alyssa here at her website:  alyssamonks.com,  Here on instagram And here on Patreon Video Available here: If you'd like to watch this conversation, you can find selected episodes of The Creative Kind on YouTube and on Substack. Later this year I should be able to publish videos on Apple and Spotify and will update this feed then too.   Just search The Creative Kind Podcast or follow the link in the show notes to watch the full interview with Alyssa. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 h 2 min

  4. 9 MARS

    Making Work in Overwhelming Times with Diana Weymar

    In this episode, I’m joined by artist and writer Diana Weymar, whose practice involves textiles, language, and collective participation. Diana is best known for the Tiny Pricks Project, an ongoing body of embroidered text works responding to political language, poetry, and cultural moments. We talk about what it means to make and share work when the world feels overwhelming, and how artists decide what deserves their attention. Diana speaks about translating words into thread, the difference between reacting and observing, and why slowness can be a powerful artistic tool in a fast-moving information landscape. We also discuss criticism, community, and the tension between wanting to speak out and recognising you can’t respond to everything. Diana shares how the project evolved from a small personal experiment into a global participatory archive of over 5,000 pieces, and why she’s comfortable letting a project change shape over time. This conversation explores political art, creative responsibility, and the quiet but profound impact of making something by hand. We talk about uncertainty, nuance, and the idea that art doesn’t always need to resolve issues, sometimes it simply holds space for them. Find Diana Weymar  here on instagram and also over at @tinypricksproject and her website here at www.tinypricksproject.com You can find the podcast here on Instagram & here on substack Thanks so much for listening! Feel free to rate, review & share if you enjoyed it, this helps other people find the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    52 min

  5. 2 MARS

    Building a Body of Work with Debbie Mackenzie

    In this episode, I’m joined by landscape painter Debbie Mackenzie, who lives and works on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula. Debbie shares how her paintings grow out of the places she spends time in, and how her ideas evolve naturally as she works toward a solo exhibition. We talk about what it means to build a body of work rather than individual paintings, and how each piece can influence the next. Debbie explains her unusual process of photographing inspiration and then never looking at the images again, relying instead on memory and feeling to guide her compositions. We also get into the realities behind the scenes; logistics, deadlines, long studio days, balancing family life, financial gaps between shows, and the emotional comedown that can happen after finishing a major series. Debbie also reflects on consistency, why she rarely changes her palette, and how small shifts like music or brushes can spark experimentation without disrupting cohesion. You can find Debbie on instagram here, her website here: www.debbiemackenzieart.com She is represented by SYDNEY - Michael Reid Gallery - Southern Highlands & Michael Reid Northern Beaches MELBOURNE - Kelli Lundberg Gallery You can find the podcast here on Instagram & here on substack Thanks so much for listening! Feel free to rate, review & share if you enjoyed it, this helps other people find the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min

  6. 23 FÉVR.

    What Matters (and What Doesn’t) for Artists in 2026 with Amber Creswell Bell

    In this episode, I’m joined by Sydney based curator, writer, and artist mentor Amber Creswell Bell to talk about what it really means to be an artist right now, particularly in a slower market. Amber brings a broad perspective from working closely with emerging artists, running a national art prize, curating exhibitions, and spending years inside the commercial gallery system. We discuss what artists can focus on when sales slow, how to think more strategically about your practice, and why relying on luck alone rarely leads to sustainable outcomes. We talk about treating your art practice as a small business, understanding your audience, and using social media with intention rather than comparison. Amber shares her thoughts on what artists often spend too much energy on, how to research galleries and opportunities more effectively, and why being visible doesn’t have to mean chasing every trend. We also discuss the role of networking and community, the importance of finding a distinct visual language, and how art prizes can help artists build confidence, credibility, and new connections. Find Amber  here on her website or here on instagram You can find the booking link here Upcoming Masterclasses: MELBOURNE 13th MarchSYDNEY 28th MarchPOMONA (Sunshine Coast) 29th AprilBYRON BAY 30th AprilBRISBANE 20th JuneCANBERRA: to be announced soon You can find the podcast here on Instagram & here on substack Thanks so much for listening! Feel free to rate, review & share if you enjoyed it, this helps other people find the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    40 min

  7. 16 FÉVR.

    Creative Workshops with Hannah Jensen Fox & Fleur Woods

    n this episode of The Creative Kind, I sit down with artists Fleur Woods and Hannah Jensen Fox to talk about the impact and significance of art workshops. Fleur, a fiber artist and paint carver Hannah, share their experiences teaching workshops and how these sessions have benefited their practices and personal growth. We explore the dynamics of workshops, the invaluable connections and community that form, and the surprising ways teaching has strengthened their own skills and confidence.  We also touch on the logistical and financial challenges of running workshops, and the rewarding ripple effects of teaching. Our conversation highlights their shared belief in the transformative power of creativity and the joy of fostering a safe, encouraging, and collaborative environment for artists. Find Fleur Woods here on her website or  here on instagram You can find more information about Fleur’s courses here Find Hannah Jensen Fox here on her website or here on instagram You can find more information about Hannah’s courses here You can find the podcast here on Instagram & here on substack Thanks so much for listening! Feel free to rate, review & share if you enjoyed it, this helps other people find the show Recommendations from this episode: Fleur Recommended: Song Sung Blue - The Movie The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho Hannah Recommended: Trent Dalton Audiobooks; Lola in the mirror and Love Stories Julie Recommended: The Get Seen Artist Workbook by Carrie Scott Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 h 18 min

  8. 22/12/2025

    The Artworks That Stayed With Us- 2025

    To mark the end of the year, I asked past guests of The Creative Kind to share one artwork that stayed with them in 2025. Something that made them pause, something that lingered. What came back were personal reflections on paintings, sculptures, installations, exhibitions, and moments of seeing art that surprised, unsettled, comforted, or quietly shifted something. Some guests spoke about a single work they couldn’t stop thinking about. Others reflected on whole exhibitions, artists they keep returning to, or practices that have reshaped how they work in their own studios. Across the episode, guests talk about scale and intimacy, about seeing work in person versus online, and about how materials, process, and repetition can carry meaning. Several guests speak about light and shadow, hope and heaviness, and the way an artwork can articulate something you didn’t yet have words for. There are also stories about risk, artists trying something unfamiliar, pushing their own boundaries, or committing to daily practice. A number of guests reflect on how these encounters with art have filtered back into their own practices, changing how they paint, build, repeat, simplify, or let go. Being moved by art doesn’t follow a single pattern, and sometimes the works that stay with us do so because they meet us differently each time we return to them. This episode lands in a heavy moment following the events in Bondi. My sincerest sympathies to the victims, their families, and community. All of the artists mentioned in this episode, along with recommendations from our guests, are linked in the Substack here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    42 min
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The Creative Kind is a visual arts podcast built around listener questions, explored with artists and art professionals. An artist-led conversation that goes into the grey areas of visual art and the creative life. Find me here on instagram: @thecreativekindpodcast Or on Substack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Création
    Julie Battisti
  • Années d’activité
    2024 - 2026
  • Épisodes
    92
  • Classification
    Contenu explicite
  • Copyright
    © Julie Battisti
  • Site web de l’émission
    The Creative Kind
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