Sketchbook Chronicles with Ami Plasse
Get ready for a lively conversation as Len, Brie and their guest, artist Ami Plasse, dive into the world of creativity, art, and authenticity. In this episode, they explore the joys and challenges of daily artistic practice, sharing personal experiences and inspiring insights to ignite your own creative journey.
🎨 Highlights:
- Gonzo drawing: The joy of creating fast and on the fly!
- Creative February Challenge: Discover how Ami, Len, and Brie plan to infuse creativity into their daily lives during Creative February, sparking new ideas and pushing their artistic boundaries.
- The Power of Sketchbooks: Learn why keeping a sketchbook is a cherished practice for artists of all kinds, from capturing fleeting moments to serving as a repository of inspiration and memories.
- Unleashing Creativity in Small Spaces: Explore practical tips and strategies for finding creativity in everyday life, whether you're traveling, cleaning, or simply carving out five minutes a day to create.
- The Transformative Magic of Art: Hear about the emotional journey of revisiting old sketchbooks and photographs, and discover how art has the power to evoke memories, emotions, and personal growth.
- Embracing Imperfections: Join the conversation on embracing imperfections in art and life, and learn how allowing room for mistakes and experimentation can lead to unexpected beauty and growth.
Check out Ami's work on Instagram: @amirock73 and @gonzoviz and explore his artwork at gonzoviz.com.
Explore More:
- Our episode with Takeyce Walter on Creative February
- The Austin Studio Tour Episdoe
- Dive into Len's photography adventures, workshops, and more on LenMetcalf.com.
- Check out Brie's creative coaching services, Monday Motivation emails, and portfolio at CreativeMindsCoach.com.
Access searchable transcripts of this episode: https://creativemindscoach.com/episode-55-ami-plasse/
Please don't hesitate to engage us in conversation by connecting with us on Instagram or send us an email at create@acreativeaffairpodcast.com.
Episode image by Brie Stockwell.
Original Music composed and performed by Brian Free.
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