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9 - Breaking Through Creative Block: Real Tools for Real Artists
Welcome to Episode 9 of the Learn Create Thrive Podcast
Host: Karl TaylorGuests: Tim Gaudion (Creative Director & Illustrator), Ben Thoume (Video Production Lead) and Emma Harris (Creative Marketing Executive)
Episode Overview:In this episode, Karl Taylor and his guests dive into the phenomenon of creative block—a challenge faced by creatives of all types. With lively discussions and actionable insights, the team shares personal experiences, coping strategies, and the role of external distractions and self-doubt in stifling creativity. Whether you’re a professional artist or an occasional hobbyist, you’ll find inspiration and practical tips to keep your creative juices flowing.
Key Discussion Points:
What is creative block, and how does it manifest across different creative fields?
Common causes: stress, burnout, lack of novelty, and self-doubt.
The interplay of routine, deadlines, and external distractions.
Effective methods for overcoming creative block, from changing styles to physical activity.
The importance of giving yourself permission to fail and step back when needed.
Episode Highlights:
Tim’s Perspective: Insights on how deadlines amplify creative block and how stepping away often sparks ideas.
Karl’s Remedy: The refreshing power of switching genres, like moving from commercial studio photography to outdoor landscapes.
Benjamin’s Creativity Hack: How music can transform the editing process and reignite inspiration.
Emma’s Reflection: The importance of balancing work and personal passion to maintain creativity.
Group Consensus: External distractions, especially social media, as major creativity killers—and how to combat them.
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8 - Photography vs. Cinematography: Are You Missing Out?
Welcome to Episode 8 of the Learn Create Thrive Podcast
Host: Karl Taylor
Guests:
Tim Gaudion (Creative Director & Illustrator)
Ben Thoume (Video Production Lead)
Emma Harris (Creative Marketing Executive)
Episode Overview:In this episode, Karl and his creative team discuss the core differences between photography and cinematography, exploring storytelling techniques, technical setups, and evolving industry trends. They share insights on how photographers can venture into filmmaking, leveraging their existing skills while adapting to new challenges like video editing and sound design.
Key Discussion Points:
Technical differences: Stills vs. motion, lighting, and camera setup
Storytelling: Crafting narratives through stills and moving images
Transitioning: How photographers can expand into cinematography
Tools & Techniques: Affordable gear, editing tools, and DIY tips
Industry Insights: Professional film production workflows and client expectations
Episode Highlights:
Tim on Storytelling: “In stills, the story is told in one frame, while video offers a timeline for creative storytelling.”
Ben on Tools: “Modern cameras blur the line between stills and video — even major films use compact cameras now.”
Emma on Marketing: “Video captures attention faster on social media. It’s a skill photographers should master.”
Karl on Cinematic Style: “Lighting and sound play a critical role in setting the right mood for both stills and motion.”
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7 - Mastering Light: The Secret to Stunning Visual Storytelling
Host: Karl TaylorGuests:Tim Gaudion (Creative Director & Illustrator)Ben Thoume (Video Production Lead)Emma Harris (Creative Marketing Executive)
Episode Overview:In this episode of the Learn Create Thrive Podcast, Karl Taylor and his team delve into the fundamental yet often overlooked element of all visual art forms: light. From photography and cinematography to illustration and marketing, they discuss how understanding and manipulating light can elevate your creative work.The conversation is filled with insights, personal anecdotes, and practical advice to help listeners harness the power of light to enhance mood and emotion in their projects. They delve into how light shapes perception in photography, film, art, and design, discussing practical techniques and the science behind creating impactful visuals.Key Discussion Points:
Why Light Is Often Overlooked:
Artistic Perspectives on Light:
Scientific and Philosophical Insights:
Lighting Techniques in Practice:
Tips on observing natural and artificial light to better understand its nuances.
How to replicate real-world lighting in a controlled studio environment.
George Eastman’s Quote on Light: “Light makes photography. Embrace it, admire it, love it, but above all, know it.”
Practical Takeaway: Use the free Lighting Comparison Tool on VisualEducation.com to see how different modifiers impact studio photography.
Karl’s viewpoint: ‘Light is the most powerful visual tool you can own, learn to use it wisely.’
Practical Takeaway: Everything could be perfect, subject, makeup, hair, location, composition but a poor knowledge of lighting can destroy it all
5. Learning from Observation:Episode Takeaway:Join us in this deep dive into the world of light, and discover how mastering this essential element can elevate your creative work to new heights!
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6 - Can You Learn to Be Creative?
What does it mean to be creative? Are some people naturally more creative, or can it be learned and nurtured? In this episode, we dive into the value of creativity and how to bring it into practice in your daily life.
We’ll explore the role of what you consume—how absorption, inclination, and enjoyment shape your creative potential. Plus, we’ll tackle a common obstacle: does fear of failure hold you back from unlocking your creative self? Tune in for insights and inspiration to help you harness your creativity and embrace the joy of creating.
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5 - The Secrets Behind Creative Marketing
Why are creatives so bad at marketing?
It’s not always as easy as just having a passion - you’ve got to market it too if you want to actually make some money out of it!
From why it’s so unnatural to show off your skills, to knowing where to spend your time in the overwhelming world of marketing. Delve into this topic with the Visual Education team - a bunch of creatives and marketeers themselves!
Join us for straightforward, unfiltered conversations with visual artists and creators navigating the twists and turns of the creative world. We’re here to talk about what really matters: finding balance, staying inspired, and turning your passion into something meaningful.
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