Meraki Mentors

Candace Howze
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Join writer and multimedia artist Candace Howze for weekly interviews with professional and freelance artists of all disciplines. Have you ever wondered how artists pay the bills, learn their craft or find opportunity? Learn all of this and more each episode. We invite women who share raw details about their creative pursuits and guide you to connect with soul, creativity, and love (meraki).

  1. 04/16/2024

    S4E1: Making Music feat. Esin Aydingoz

    Join us in this episode of Meraki Mentors as we delve into the vibrant world of music with the talented songwriter and composer, Esin Aydingoz. From her humble beginnings as a budding musician to gracing the stage at the Grammy's, Esin shares her remarkable journey of passion, perseverance, and creativity. Episode Highlights: Early Inspirations: Esin reminisces about her childhood fascination with music, tracing back to the roots of her budding interest and the early sparks that ignited her passion. Berklee Bound: Explore Esin's transformative years at Berklee College of Music, where she honed her craft, delving deep into the world of composition and musical theory, laying the foundation for her illustrious career ahead. California Dreaming: Journey with Esin as she ventures to the sun-soaked shores of California, where she now mesmerizes audiences with her live performances, scores films and video games, and weaves symphonies that transcend boundaries. Behind the Score: Gain insight into Esin's creative process as she demystifies the art of musical composition. From her preferred software tools to her method of synchronizing music with visual storytelling, discover the magic behind her captivating compositions. Empowering Voices: Esin advocates for women's empowerment in the music industry, sharing her experiences and the invaluable guidance she received from her mentors. Explore her journey of breaking barriers and paving the way for aspiring female composers. Key Takeaways: Esin Aydingoz's journey from childhood curiosity to Grammy's stage. The influence of Berklee College of Music on her artistic development. The diverse facets of Esin's career in California, including time management as a freelance artist. Insights into Esin's compositional process, including software preferences and scene synchronization techniques. The importance of women's empowerment and mentorship in Esin's career trajectory.

  2. 12/15/2020

    S3E6: Expecting Nothing feat. Andreia Marques

    Show notes coming… As always, this episode features the following music: Aspire by Scott Holmes, and Purple Light by Blue Dot Sessions. Enjoy the episode and remember to Create & Connect!

  3. 11/24/2020

    S3E5: Wells of Knowledge feat. Carrie Scott

    Show notes coming… As always, this episode features the following music: Aspire by Scott Holmes, and Purple Light by Blue Dot Sessions. Enjoy the episode and remember to Create & Connect!

  4. 04/07/2020

    S3E4: Abundant Support feat. Sarah Stieber

    Show notes coming… As always, this episode features the following music: Aspire by Scott Holmes, and Purple Light by Blue Dot Sessions. Enjoy the episode and remember to Create & Connect!

  5. 04/07/2020

    S3E2: Trusting Yourself feat. Akiva Rooks

    Show notes coming… As always, this episode features the following music: Aspire by Scott Holmes, and Purple Light by Blue Dot Sessions. Enjoy the episode and remember to Create & Connect!

  6. 03/11/2020

    S3E1: Speak Good Things feat. Jena Holliday

    Show notes coming… As always, this episode features the following music: Aspire by Scott Holmes, and Purple Light by Blue Dot Sessions. Enjoy the episode and remember to Create & Connect!

  7. 10/02/2019

    S2E10: Spark Peace feat. Kimberly Sumpter

    In today's episode with sit down with Kimberly Sumpter, the NJ-based candlemaker behind Wax Kandy, a business that creates hand-poured scented premium candles. Kimberly fell in love with candle-making and now sells custom scents and leads workshops for novice and emerging candle-makers. Her path wasn't always this easy, as she faced personal obstacles in her work that sparked a chance in her business. Discover why Kimberly believes the candle is such an important symbol of life, how to know it's time to move on from something, and some tips for lighting your next candle. To learn more about Kim, visit her site. As always, this episode features the following music: Aspire by Scott Holmes, and Purple Light by Blue Dot Sessions. Enjoy the episode and remember to Create & Connect!

  8. 07/23/2019

    S2E9: Need to Learn feat. Tezarah Wilkins

    In the latest episode of Meraki Mentors, we talk to Tezarah Wilkins, podcaster, photographer, filmmaker and all-around multimedia artist about her career. Tezarah is a member of the first cohort of Google + PRX’s Podcast Creator Program, and her new show Who Taught You How to Drive? is a unique and hilarious look into human behavior, and true standout. We discuss arts advocacy, what it means to be creative in more than one field and how to expand opportunity by letting people know what you do. It’s an episode for everyone. To learn more about Tezarah, visit her site and podcast. As always, this episode features the following music: Aspire by Scott Holmes, and Purple Light by Blue Dot Sessions. Enjoy the episode and remember to Create & Connect!

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Join writer and multimedia artist Candace Howze for weekly interviews with professional and freelance artists of all disciplines. Have you ever wondered how artists pay the bills, learn their craft or find opportunity? Learn all of this and more each episode. We invite women who share raw details about their creative pursuits and guide you to connect with soul, creativity, and love (meraki).

Information

  • Creator
    Candace Howze
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2024
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2024 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Meraki Mentors