The Creative Pawdcast

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Welcome to The Creative Pawdcast! I’m Dragos Pepina, a pet portrait artist sharing the real ups and downs of life in the studio. This isn’t just about finished portraits — it’s about the long nights, the small victories, and the lessons I’ve learned from drawing animals day after day. From the joy of capturing a pet’s soul to the challenges of commissions, creative blocks, and running an art practice, I’ll take you behind the scenes of what it really means to make a living with animal art. If you love pets, pencils, and the journey of being an artist, you’ll feel right at home here.

Episodes

  1. 11/02/2025

    Ep. 2: Should You Start a Patreon as an Artist?

    Hello everyone! In the new episode of The Creative Pawdcast, I’m talking all about something a lot of artists wonder — should you start a Patreon as an artist? I share what that actually looks like, what it includes, my own experience so far, and some honest pros and cons that come with it. It’s a really open chat about the reality of putting your work out there, building a community, and figuring out if Patreon is the right fit for your creative journey. If you’ve ever thought about starting one, or you’re just curious how it works behind the scenes, this episode is definitely for you. Give it a listen and let’s figure it out together. Get in touch! https://www.patreon.com/cw/DragosPepinaArt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dragospepina_art/ https://www.youtube.com/@DragosPepinaArt

    25 min
  2. Ep. 1: How I Became a Pet Portrait Artist

    10/23/2025

    Ep. 1: How I Became a Pet Portrait Artist

    Welcome to the very first episode of The Creative Pawdcast! In this episode, I’m sharing the story of how I became a pet portrait artist — from my early beginnings and love for animals to discovering my passion for capturing their personalities through art. You’ll hear about the challenges, lessons, and creative breakthroughs that shaped my journey, and what inspired me to turn my love for drawing pets into a full-time career. Whether you’re an artist, an animal lover, or just curious about the world of pet portraiture, this episode is a heartfelt introduction to what The Creative Pawdcast is all about. Get in touch! https://www.patreon.com/cw/DragosPepinaArt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dragospepina_art/ https://www.youtube.com/@DragosPepinaArt

    20 min
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Welcome to The Creative Pawdcast! I’m Dragos Pepina, a pet portrait artist sharing the real ups and downs of life in the studio. This isn’t just about finished portraits — it’s about the long nights, the small victories, and the lessons I’ve learned from drawing animals day after day. From the joy of capturing a pet’s soul to the challenges of commissions, creative blocks, and running an art practice, I’ll take you behind the scenes of what it really means to make a living with animal art. If you love pets, pencils, and the journey of being an artist, you’ll feel right at home here.

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  • Creator
    Dragos Pepina
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    2
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Dragos Pepina
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    The Creative Pawdcast