Take an Art Break

Lisa and Lauren
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Take an Art Break Podcast is an ongoing and open ended conversation about art and why everyone should make it part of their daily life. Each new conversation starts with a question that builds on the last conversation. 

  1. FEB 17

    How can creativity create positive social change?

    Send a text Join us for an inspiring conversation with London-based artist Carrie Reichardt, whose work transforms craft into a powerful tool for healing, social change, and connection. Carrie shares her journey from personal trauma to using art as therapy, how community-focused projects and “craftivism” gave her a voice, and the ways she’s used creativity to bridge divides and amplify stories that might otherwise go unheard. This episode explores the transformative power of art - for oneself, for others, and for the world. More from Carrie here: https://carriereichardt.com/ Support the show Learn more about the Take an Art Break Movement on the Art is Moving website here.

    55 min

  2. 12/17/2025

    How can art help you find career joy?

    Send us a text In this conversation, Samorn Selim, daughter of Lao refugees, Berkeley Law grad, and career coach shares how she moved from poverty to Big Law, faced a toxic workplace, and rebuilt a life anchored in truth, art, and service. She talks about journaling as a “place of truth,” the power of five-minute practices to beat burnout, and the shift away from always chasing more. Along the way are tender moments, hard-won clarity about self-worth, and practical ways to find joy and energy again. If you need a gentle, grounded nudge to reconnect with yourself, this one’s for you. Get to know Samorn more at https://www.careerunicorns.com/. Support the show Learn more about the Take an Art Break Movement on the Art is Moving website here.

    51 min

  3. 10/09/2025

    How was your 2025 Art Break Day?

    Send us a text Lisa and Lauren have a conversation with 2025 Art Break Day hosts from all over the world about why they hosted Art Break Day this year, how it went and tips for anyone interested in hosting an Art Break Day in the future. Learn about each host on their websites here: Tessa Hollingsworth with Moon Sluice Art (https://www.moonsluice.com/), Krupa Jhaveri with Sankalpa: Art Journeys (https://www.instagram.com/sanka1palam/) and Noelle Imparto with Painting for Life and Union Square Association (https://noelleimparato.co/) Support the show Learn more about the Take an Art Break Movement on the Art is Moving website here.

    44 min

  4. 08/12/2025

    How can art help us reconnect with someone?

    Send us a text In this podcast episode, Lisa and Lauren chat with Cali Gilbert, the founder of Tower 15 Productions (https://www.tower15productions.com/), about using art as a way to reconnect with someone. From sparking shared memories to creating new ones, art has a unique way of bridging distances — both physical and emotional — and opening doors to deeper understanding. Support the show Learn more about the Take an Art Break Movement on the Art is Moving website here.

    20 min

  5. 06/12/2025

    How can art build bridges between individuals and communities?

    Send a text In this inspiring conversation, we sit down with Bethel Afework, the founder and director of a thriving recreational art center, to explore how art can be a powerful connector across cultures, generations, and backgrounds. She shares how creativity often transcends spoken language—allowing people to express themselves, connect with others, and build a sense of belonging in their communities. Whether you’re passionate about community impact, curious about the deeper role of the arts, or dreaming of starting your own arts center, this conversation is full of wisdom, heart, and practical advice. Don’t miss her actionable tips for turning a creative vision into a welcoming, inclusive space for all.  More from Bethel and Alcove Centre for the Arts here: https://www.alcoveartscentre.ca/ Support the show Learn more about the Take an Art Break Movement on the Art is Moving website here.

    26 min

  6. 04/03/2025

    What happens when groups gather and make art?

    Send us a text Lisa and Lauren talk with Anna Reyner about the magic of making art together as a group and what happens to the individual and the community as a whole when people sit down and get creative together. Art is the "secret sauce" that breaks down boundaries between strangers and helps them connect with one another. Anna also speaks to the benefit of teaching caretakers, social workers, nurses, teachers and other service providers how to use art as a tool for stress relief, trauma informed care, and social emotional development. Learn more about Anna and her work at https://www.creativeplayla.com/ Support the show Learn more about the Take an Art Break Movement on the Art is Moving website here.

    33 min

  7. 02/07/2025

    What role can art and music play when a community suffers a crisis?

    Send us a text  Lisa and Lauren are joined by Stacie Aamon Yeldell to discuss the ongoing situation in Los Angeles, California, following the wildfires. They reflect on the devastating impact on local communities and the emotional toll on residents as they navigate recovery challenges, including temporary displacements, uncertainty about rebuilding their homes, and potential environmental changes affecting the area in the future. This is the first episode of a two-part podcast series with Stacie. It begins by exploring the importance of discussing trauma and normalizing the emotions surrounding it. The conversation then shifts to finding a path toward healing by learning how to ask yourself, "What do you need?" and meeting those needs with the resources available. The second episode will delve deeper into Stacie's workbook, offering guidance and hope to the LA community and beyond.  Support the show Learn more about the Take an Art Break Movement on the Art is Moving website here.

    1h 1m

  8. 12/11/2024

    How can art help you build more self awareness?

    Send us a text Lisa and Lauren chat with current President of The American Art Therapy Association, Founder of Creative Studio, and Professor of Continuing Education at the Anáhuac University in Mexico City, Nadia F. Paredes (https://www.artfooddreamers.com/)  and the positive impact that can have on them, their community, and the world. They also talked about the challenge of when a creative person hits a wall, falls into a funk and that not making art is also part of the process of creating and making art. If your someone who has never considered themselves creative or if you are feeling a creative block, this podcast is for you. Check it out. Lauren mentions a past podcast episode, and you can listen to that conversation at https://artismoving.org/feed-your-creative-life/ Support the show Learn more about the Take an Art Break Movement on the Art is Moving website here.

    44 min
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Take an Art Break Podcast is an ongoing and open ended conversation about art and why everyone should make it part of their daily life. Each new conversation starts with a question that builds on the last conversation. 

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  • Creator
    Lisa and Lauren
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    63
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Take an Art Break
  • Show Website
    Take an Art Break