Creative Living with Jamie

Jamie Ridler, your creative mentor

Coach Jamie Ridler talks to creative, independent spirits in order to bring you inspiration, stories and strategies for bringing creativity to life.

  1. APR 1

    Expressing Yourself through Personal Style with Gillian Jakob Kieser: Creative Living with Jamie (eps 297)

    In this episode of Creative Living with Jamie, I sit down with my style teacher Gillian Jakob Kieser to explore how personal style is about so much more than clothes. It's a powerful a journey into self-trust, embodiment and reclaiming ourselves.. Gillian shares her journey from a sea of beige sweaters to a vibrant, authentic aesthetic, and I open up about my own style evolution through perimenopause, grief and rediscovering my self. This isn't a generic one-size-fits-all approach. It's a call to dress like the artist you are, radiating confidence and joy. Together, we explore: โœจ Why style is not superficial, but a profound form of self-expression โœจ How identity shifts (aging, grief, motherhood, life transitions) impact how we see ourselves โœจ The hidden cost of trying to fit into mainstream fashion narratives โœจ Style as both shadow work and creative practice โœจ How to work with your body instead of against it โœจ The magic of finding what truly feels like home This episode is an invitation to step out of unaligned costuming and into a way of dressing, being and living that feels deeply, unmistakably your own. Tune in if... You're ready to stop fighting your body and clothes, reclaim all parts of yourself and step into a wardrobe that feels magnetic and true. Perfect for artists, midlife makers and anyone craving deeper level of self-expression through style. Listen now and let your style tell your story. Today's Guest & Resources Gillian Jakob Kieser is a data-driven style coach and the founder of the Style Mojo Dojo. She helps women over 40 reclaim their style mojo and feel incredible in their clothes. Using proven frameworks and deeply attuned coaching, she shows you how to build a style based on your body architecture and personality so you feel at perfectly home in your clothes, every day. Gillian's upcoming free masterclass: https://www.gillianjakobkieser.com/free-masterclass-magic Find Gillian on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gillianjakobkieser/ Subscribe for more Creative Living magic from Jamie Ridler Join The School of Creative Magic: http://www.theschoolofcreativemagic.com and gain immediate access to our school library! It's rich with inspiration and resources!

    47 min
  2. 02/26/2025

    When Creativity Matters Most: Creative Living with Jamie (Eps 296)

    What if your creative expression is exactly what you need during difficult times? Join me, Jamie Ridler, for this "moonlight episode" where I invite you into a late-night heart-to-heart. As we gaze at the stars, let's explore why creativity matters so deeply, especially during challenging times. This is your reminder that art is not an extracurricular activity. It's a vital part of processing life's intense experiences. Now is the time to embrace your artistic nature and discover the agency you have in this and every moment. I also want to invite you to join me for Rewilding, an online dance event on the spring equinox. Together we will shake off the darkness and welcome in a fresh new season. I hope this episode brings both comfort and inspiration to anyone struggling to maintain their creative practice when the world feels overwhelming. I believe in you. Dance with Me on the Spring Equinox. Find out more. Get my Letters from the Studio on Sundays. Sign up here. Support the show Share, like, subscribe, and leave a positive review to help others discover Creative Living with Jamie. For More Creative Magic The School of Creative Magic Creative Living TV on YouTube Instagram Facebook Pinterest Remember: "You are an artist and your life is your studio." #CreativeLiving #CreativeJourney #ArtisticGrowth #CreativeMagic #CreativePractice #CreativeCommunity #PersonalGrowth #CreativeTransformation #ArtisticSpirit #CreativeHealing

    8 min
  3. 02/28/2023

    We Are Capable of Creative Magic - featuring artist Lola Yang

    Access the video version of this podcast here. In this episode of Creative Living with Jamie, I share how creating shows us what we're capable of. Plus I interview mixed media artist and Devotion alumna Lola Yang about how she approached being an artist as a mom of a young child and also how she made her dream of a minivan art studio come true! We hope you'll be inspired to pursue your dreams too. About Lola Yang Lola is a self taught mixed media artist inspired by nature, she enjoys living by the sea and working in her mini van art studio by the sea.   She makes collage art that reflects what a gift it is to be alive.   She journals to find her inner voice and sketches to capture the beautiful moments of everyday life.   She also leads creative workshops for those who believe in magic like she does.   Born in China, currently living with her husband and her 3 year old daughter by the sea in Israel.   Visit her and her mini van art studio journey on instagram @Lolayangstudio BONUS CONTENT: I've put together a PDF of the transcripts in a bit of a magazine style. It even includes a little creative assignment for you to keep the inspiration going and the creativity flowing.  Access at the Studio blog post for this episode (available once podcast goes live): . FREE E-BOOK: The Dreams Do Come True - and Yours Can Too e-book is also available to studio members! Join the studio and you'll find the book in the studio resource page. (You'll find the link in every newsletter!)

    46 min
  4. 12/20/2022

    When Everything's about to Change featuring artist Sam Tucker

    I am so excited to move forward with a vision I have had for a long time: a video version of the Creative Living with Jamie Podcast. It's a work in progress and there's a lot to learn but it is such a joy to make a start. Here's the very first episode, which features an interview with artist Sam Tucker, who uses words and images to tell the stories of her life. About Sam Tucker Sam Tucker is a storyteller in words and images.  She is currently immersed in a long-term project, an illustrated memoir and storybook chronicling her journey through the grief of losing her partner while wandering the country on an epic road trip. For years, Sam kept her creative dreams hidden in the shadows of her vibrant business consulting practice.  The journey to embracing her artistry, the essence of who she is, was a long and meaningful one that included journaling, visual journaling, book binding, collage and various forms of writing. The turning point for Sam, that point where she finally stepped in and claimed her artistry was nearly two years ago.  Sam was part of the initial offering of the artist residency program, Devotion with Jamie Ridler.  That was a game changer!  Today, Sam divides her time between traveling the U.S. and finishing her memoir, Lost in Bentonia. Connect with Sam at her website www.sam-tucker.com BONUS CONTENT: I've put together a PDF of the transcripts in a  magazine style. It even includes a little creative assignment for you to keep the inspiration going and the creativity flowing. Come to Jamie Ridler Studios to download

    38 min
4.9
out of 5
56 Ratings

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Coach Jamie Ridler talks to creative, independent spirits in order to bring you inspiration, stories and strategies for bringing creativity to life.