The Creative Diaries Podcast

Dimitra Tzanos
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Are you a creative looking for real, unfiltered insights into the creative journey? Creative Diaries is the podcast for you! Hosted by designer Dimitra Tzanos, each week we dive into the human side of creativity, exploring the highs, lows, and everything in between. Through honest conversations with designers, artists, and dreamers, we uncover the challenges, breakthroughs, and lessons that shape their paths. From mindset and the creative process to branding & marketing, and the role of emerging tools like AI, this podcast offers actionable takeaways to help you grow. Tune in each week for inspiration, fresh perspectives, and the encouragement you need to keep creating.

  1. 024 : The Gentle Creative Path with Anastasiia Mamyzova

    JAN 15

    024 : The Gentle Creative Path with Anastasiia Mamyzova

    In this conversation, Dimitra Tzanos and Anastasiia Marmyzova explore the journey of self-discovery and creativity through the lens of neurodivergence. Anastasiia shares her experiences as a neurodivergent artist, discussing the challenges she faced in a neurotypical world and how her journey as a mother has influenced her understanding of herself and her creativity. They delve into the importance of community support, the healing power of art, and the creation of a workbook designed to help neurodivergent artists navigate their unique experiences. The conversation emphasizes the significance of recognizing and honoring one's own brain and the need for open discussions about mental health and creativity. Key Takeaways: Anastasiia's journey as a neurodivergent artist began in childhood. Creativity can be a powerful tool for healing and self-discovery. Understanding neurodivergence is crucial for personal growth. Societal expectations can create pressure for neurodivergent individuals. Community support is essential for navigating challenges. Artistic expression can help process emotions and experiences. The importance of slowing down and being present in the moment. Every individual's journey is unique. Useful Links: Anastasia's Instagram  Start Where You Are: A gentle workbook for creatives, dreamers and neurodivergent souls   More About Creative Diaries 📤 Know someone who needs to hear this? Forward this episode to a creative friend! 💬 Enjoyed this episode? Your feedback means the world! If you loved what you heard, please take a moment to: → Give a star rating on Spotify → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts It helps other creatives find the show — and it keeps the conversations going.    🎙 Want to be a guest on Creative Diaries?   Looking for More Support for Your Creative Journey 📚Explore more  resources   Come stay Hi! 📷 Come say hi on Instagram and tag me with your takeaways: @tzanos 😎 More About Dimitra Tzanos

    52 min
  2. 023 : The Art Of Saying It Out Loud with Briana Lyn & Tasha Mae

    12/11/2025

    023 : The Art Of Saying It Out Loud with Briana Lyn & Tasha Mae

    In this conversation, Dimitra Tzanos speaks with Briana and Tasha about their creative journey, the challenges they face as artists, and the importance of community and conversation in nurturing creativity. They discuss how their podcast serves as a platform for exploring mental health, creativity, and the interconnectedness of life experiences. The discussion highlights the struggle with limiting beliefs, the guilt associated with pursuing creative passions, and the value of creativity beyond monetary gain. Ultimately, they emphasise the importance of showing up for oneself and celebrating the creative process. Key Takeaways: Creativity is an essential part of human nature. Many artists struggle with feelings of isolation and limiting beliefs. Community support is crucial for nurturing creativity. It's important to focus on the process of creating rather than the outcome. Motherhood can significantly impact one's creative journey. Guilt often accompanies the pursuit of creative passions. Creativity should be valued beyond monetary success. Sharing creative struggles can help others feel less alone. The journey of creativity is about coming back to oneself. Useful Links: Listen to The Art Peace Experiment Follow The Art Peace Experiment on Instagram Follow Tasha Mae and Briana Lyn   More About Creative Diaries 📤 Know someone who needs to hear this? Forward this episode to a creative friend! 💬 Enjoyed this episode? Your feedback means the world! If you loved what you heard, please take a moment to: → Give a star rating on Spotify → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts It helps other creatives find the show — and it keeps the conversations going.    🎙 Want to be a guest on Creative Diaries?   Looking for More Support for Your Creative Journey 📚Explore more  resources   Come stay Hi! 📷 Come say hi on Instagram and tag me with your takeaways: @tzanos 😎 More About Dimitra Tzanos

    40 min

  3. 11/20/2025

    022 : Why Creative Conversations Matter with Two Cranky Creatives

    In this engaging conversation, Dimitra Tzanos speaks with Toni Federico and Carrie Cantwell about their creative journeys and the inception of their podcast, Two Cranky Creatives. They discuss the unique challenges faced by creatives, the importance of unfiltered conversations, and the need for authenticity in the creative community. The trio explores the realities of creative life, the impact of aspirational culture, and the lessons learned from their podcasting experience. Ultimately, they emphasize the importance of sharing struggles and fostering a supportive environment for creatives.   Takeaways The podcasting niche for creatives is growing but still limited. Authenticity in conversations is crucial for connecting with audiences. Creatives often face similar struggles, making shared experiences valuable. The podcast Two Cranky Creatives serves as a platform for unfiltered discussions about creative life. Aspirational culture can create unrealistic expectations for artists. Collaboration enhances the podcasting experience and allows for diverse perspectives. Creativity is a journey filled with ups and downs, not just polished outcomes. The importance of community support in the creative industry cannot be overstated. Podcasting can be a form of self-care and expression for creatives. Useful Links Listen to The Two Cranky Creatives Podcast Carrie Cantwell's Website Toni Federico's Website   More About Creative Diaries 📤 Know someone who needs to hear this? Forward this episode to a creative friend! 💬 Enjoyed this episode? Your feedback means the world! If you loved what you heard, please take a moment to: → Give a star rating on Spotify → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts It helps other creatives find the show — and it keeps the conversations going.    🎙 Want to be a guest on Creative Diaries?   Looking for More Support for Your Creative Journey 📚Explore more  resources   Come stay Hi! 📷 Come say hi on Instagram and tag me with your takeaways: @tzanos

    38 min

  4. 11/06/2025

    021 : What Layering Income Streams really Looks Like with Rebecca Jane Woolbright

    In this conversation, Rebecca Jane Woolbright shares her journey from running a beach rental business to creating and selling washi tape. She discusses the challenges and magic of starting with a small product, the importance of layering income streams in a creative business, and how education has become a significant source of income. Rebecca also emphasizes the need for organization and automation to manage the mental load of running multiple ventures, and she shares practical tips for scaling a creative business effectively. In this conversation, Rebecca Woolbright shares her insights on managing a creative business, emphasizing the importance of regaining control over one's work, the role of art agents, and the balance of multiple income streams. She discusses the onboarding process with agents, the significance of organization, and the power of choice in creative endeavors. Rebecca also highlights the need for a solid foundation when starting a business and the importance of passion in pursuing creative projects.   Key Takeaways: Starting with a small product like washi tape can teach valuable lessons about creativity and business. Layering different income streams allows for creative freedom and financial stability. Education has become a significant income source for many creatives. Automation can help manage the mental load of running multiple business aspects. Building relationships and follow-ups are crucial in wholesale outreach. Organization is key to managing your creative work. Balancing multiple income streams can be challenging but rewarding. It's important to have a solid product before expanding.   🌐 Visit Rebecca's Website 📸 Follow Rebecca on Instagram 📚 Learn with Rebecca - Manufacture: Awesome  More About Creative Diaries 📤 Know someone who needs to hear this? Forward this episode to a creative friend! 💬 Enjoyed this episode? Your feedback means the world! If you loved what you heard, please take a moment to: → Give a star rating on Spotify → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts It helps other creatives find the show — and it keeps the conversations going.    🎙 Want to be a guest on Creative Diaries?   Looking for More Support for Your Creative Journey 📚Explore more  resources   Come stay Hi! 📷 Come say hi on Instagram and tag me with your takeaways: @tzanos 😎 More About Dimitra Tzanos

    42 min
  5. 020 : From Urgency To Intention with Leticia Credidio

    10/23/2025

    020 : From Urgency To Intention with Leticia Credidio

    In this conversation, Dimitra and designer Leticia Credidio explore what it means to build a creative life—and brand—rooted in slowness, sustainability, and self-care. After years in the fast-paced design industry, Leticia stepped away to launch her namesake label, creating sleepwear that supports wellbeing and challenges the rush of fast fashion. Together, they discuss how fast culture shows up in both creative work and daily life, and how choosing rest, ritual, and presence can radically transform how we create. Leticia opens up about burnout, redefining success, and how embracing slower rhythms led her to a more meaningful design practice. If you’ve ever felt caught in urgency, comparison, or creative exhaustion, this episode offers permission to pause—and a blueprint for building your work around what truly matters. Key Takeaways: Fast culture affects more than fashion—it shapes how we create, think, and live True sustainability includes emotional, mental, and relational wellbeing Burnout is a sign to reevaluate—not a badge of honor Designing from reflection, not reaction, leads to deeper creative work Rest rituals are essential tools, not indulgences “Success” shaped by urgency can feel empty—slower paths often bring more meaning Timeless collections are more sustainable than chasing trends Comparison can derail authenticity—create from within, not from what’s popular We need to rewire how we view productivity and creative value Small daily intentions can restore energy and creative clarity   🌐 Visit Leticia's website 📸 Follow Leticia on Instagram 🎙 Read Leticia’s full story on Creative Diaries More About Creative Diaries 📤 Know someone who needs to hear this? Forward this episode to a creative friend! 💬 Enjoyed this episode? Your feedback means the world! If you loved what you heard, please take a moment to: → Give a star rating on Spotify → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts It helps other creatives find the show — and it keeps the conversations going.    🎙 Want to be a guest on Creative Diaries?   Looking for More Support for Your Creative Journey 📚Explore more  resources   Come stay Hi! 📷 Come say hi on Instagram and tag me with your takeaways: @tzanos 😎 More About Dimitra Tzanos

    35 min

  6. 10/16/2025

    019 : The Power of the Long Road with Julia Speck

    In this conversation, Dimitra and artist Julia Speck explore what it means to take the long road in a world that rewards speed, clarity, and instant results. From leaving a career in market research to studying fine art at the Academy of Arts in Munich, Julia shares her decision to return to painting after 35—and how stepping into a slower, deeper creative environment helped her reconnect with her identity. They discuss how art school offers a kind of physical, emotional, and intellectual immersion that’s hard to replicate online. Julia opens up about the challenges of navigating freedom, comparison, and uncertainty in a community of high-level creatives, and how she’s learning to trust experimentation as part of her process. She also reflects on how balancing part-time work and studio time has shaped her creative flow—and how to build resilience when you feel overwhelmed by other people’s progress. Whether you’re curious about formal art education or simply navigating a slower, more intentional creative path, this episode offers a thoughtful look at what it means to grow as an artist—on your own terms. Key Takeaways Art school can offer deep immersion, community, and experimentation not always found online Slowness isn’t a flaw—it’s often where the best creative insights emerge Too much freedom can be overwhelming, but it invites self-trust and curiosity Being surrounded by other talented artists can spark growth—but also self-doubt Balancing paid work with studio time is tough, but structure can help You don’t need to have all the answers—experimentation is part of becoming Comparison can challenge your identity, but learning to stay in your own lane builds strength A creative path is not about speed, but depth, presence, and persistence   Useful Links 🎨 Follow Julia on Instagram 🌐 Explore her work on the Academy of Fine Arts Munich (where she's currently studying) More About Creative Diaries 📤 Know someone who needs to hear this? Forward this episode to a creative friend! 💬 Enjoyed this episode? Your feedback means the world! If you loved what you heard, please take a moment to: → Give a star rating on Spotify → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts It helps other creatives find the show — and it keeps the conversations going.    🎙 Want to be a guest on Creative Diaries?   Looking for More Support for Your Creative Journey 📚Explore more  resources   Come stay Hi! 📷 Come say hi on Instagram and tag me with your takeaways: @tzanos 😎 More About Dimitra Tzanos

    40 min
  7. 018 : Creative Courage with Stavrina Devetzoglou-Toliou

    10/02/2025

    018 : Creative Courage with Stavrina Devetzoglou-Toliou

    In this conversation, Dimitra and illustrator Stavrina (of Stavrina Art Lab) explore what it really means to build a creative life rooted in courage, experimentation, and mindset. From walking away from a career in engineering to pitching to her first clients, Stavrina shares how she reframed fear—not as a warning sign, but as a signal to keep going. They discuss the emotional rollercoaster of leaving a 9-to-5, the science of experimentation, and how her background in engineering has given her a grounded, resilient approach to creative growth. Stavrina also opens up about mindset shifts—like learning to embrace rejection, detach from perfectionism, and trust the value of “unseen” creative work. Whether you’re stuck in overthinking, afraid to pitch your work, or navigating a big career transition, this episode is a powerful reminder that courage is a habit—and it builds every time you show up.   Key Takeaways Courage is built in small steps, not just big leaps Treating creativity like a series of experiments can reduce fear and increase clarity Negative results are still valuable—they offer redirection, not failure Fear and excitement activate the same physical response—you can reframe it Pitching and showing your work is scary, but essential for growth You don’t need an art degree to be an artist—start with what you have Belief in your creative path must be practiced daily, especially during quiet seasons Creative progress isn’t linear—consistency and courage matter more than perfection   Useful Links 🎨 Follow Stavrina on Instagram: @stavrina_art_lab 🌐 Explore her work on her website    More About Creative Diaries 📤 Know someone who needs to hear this? Forward this episode to a creative friend! 💬 Enjoyed this episode? Your feedback means the world! If you loved what you heard, please take a moment to: → Give a star rating on Spotify → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts It helps other creatives find the show — and it keeps the conversations going.    🎙 Want to be a guest on Creative Diaries?   Looking for More Support for Your Creative Journey 📚Explore more  resources   Come stay Hi! 📷 Come say hi on Instagram and tag me with your takeaways: @tzanos 😎 More About Dimitra Tzanos

    29 min
  8. 017 : Pinning with Purpose with Ashleigh Fish

    09/25/2025

    017 : Pinning with Purpose with Ashleigh Fish

    In this conversation, Dimitra and surface pattern designer Ashleigh Fish explore Pinterest as a slow, sustainable platform for creative visibility and licensing. Ashleigh shares how she went from casually posting to consistently attracting art directors, clients, and licensing opportunities—all without the pressure of daily content creation. They discuss the long-term value of pins, how Pinterest differs from social media, and why consistency matters more than constant activity. Ashleigh also walks us through how she plans and schedules her pins, repurposes designs across platforms, and uses keyword strategy to increase discoverability. Whether you’re just starting out or ready to grow your reach, this episode is full of actionable insights to help you build visibility without losing your creative spark. Key Takeaways: Pinterest works on a long-term search algorithm—perfect for evergreen content Keywords and pin titles are crucial for visibility Consistency is more important than frequency Pins can gain traction months after posting (and even re-trend years later) Popular pins attract both followers and potential clients Pinterest is more search engine than social media Art directors and brands do use Pinterest to scout new work Reposting one design in different colorways or formats increases pin potential A solid Pinterest strategy can grow organically—no ads needed Slow growth doesn’t mean no growth—it’s just more sustainable Useful Links: 📸 Follow Ashleigh on Instagram 📌 Explore her Pinterest 🌐 Visit her website More About Creative Diaries 📤 Know someone who needs to hear this? Forward this episode to a creative friend! 💬 Enjoyed this episode? Your feedback means the world! If you loved what you heard, please take a moment to: → Give a star rating on Spotify → Leave a review on Apple Podcasts It helps other creatives find the show — and it keeps the conversations going.    🎙 Want to be a guest on Creative Diaries?   Looking for More Support for Your Creative Journey 📚Explore more  resources   Come stay Hi! 📷 Come say hi on Instagram and tag me with your takeaways: @tzanos 😎 More About Dimitra Tzanos

    28 min
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Are you a creative looking for real, unfiltered insights into the creative journey? Creative Diaries is the podcast for you! Hosted by designer Dimitra Tzanos, each week we dive into the human side of creativity, exploring the highs, lows, and everything in between. Through honest conversations with designers, artists, and dreamers, we uncover the challenges, breakthroughs, and lessons that shape their paths. From mindset and the creative process to branding & marketing, and the role of emerging tools like AI, this podcast offers actionable takeaways to help you grow. Tune in each week for inspiration, fresh perspectives, and the encouragement you need to keep creating.

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  • Creator
    Dimitra Tzanos
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    25
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
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    The Creative Diaries Podcast