As a child, Liz Taylor-McMullen needed to learn at least two instruments. It was a requirement her parents had for their five children, of which Liz was the youngest. “I really look up to all of my older siblings,” Liz said. “Every single one of them has something amazing or cool about them, whether they… Read More Liz Taylor-McMullen: “I hope we come out with another renaissance.”
I first interviewed Robert in 2018. Here’s my follow-up interview on how his work was impacted by the pandemic and what he’s up to now. Robert Bean’s responsibilities haven’t changed much recently. As a visual storyteller focusing mainly on painting and drawing, he gets up at 6:30 am and works in his studio for six… Read More Robert Bean: “I’m hoping that people don’t lose that creative aspect that they found during all of this.”
Welcome to the twelfth episode of Sustaining Craft the Podcast, a series that features those in a creative field. Listen below to learn more or keep scrolling to read about Katie Childs and her journey towards becoming a successful photographer! Katie Childs had every intention of being a graphic designer. Artistically gifted, she decided to… Read More Katie Childs: “Ask for help.”
Welcome to the ninth episode of Sustaining Craft the Podcast, a series that features those in a creative, craft-based field. Listen below to learn or keep scrolling to read about Donnie Ferneau and his restaurant, Cathead’s Diner! — There’s just something about local food for Chef Donnie Ferneau. Early on, growing up in the Chicago… Read More Donnie Ferneau: “Get your a** kicked every day.”
Welcome to the eighth episode of Sustaining Craft the Podcast, a series that features those in a creative, craft-based field. Listen below to learn or keep scrolling to read about Tabatha Reeves and her specialty candles! — With the scents of tobacco and peppermint, Tabatha Reeves can make a candle that invokes the memories of… Read More Tabatha Reeves: “Don’t listen to your critics.”
By Elizabeth Silverstein Molly Arms saw a friend painting henna sixteen years ago, and on a whim, asked if she could try. “I had seen it a little bit, traveling in India when I was 18, but I hadn’t thought about painting until I saw my friend doing it,” explained Arms. “I asked her if… Read More Molly Arms: “You never know if you don’t try.”