Vancouver based band daysormay talk about how they started making music and how they’ve made the best of the pandemic. We also talk about their new album, Just Existing and why putting a deadline on your success can be unhelpful.  daysormay online Website Instagram Facebook YouTube TikTok Twitch 

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Graphic Designer and Educator Amy Batchelor shares what it’s like doing exhibition design for the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia. We nerd out about design and creativity and Amy’s experience as Casual Faculty at the Nova Scotia Community College. Amy also gives advice about what to include in your portfolio and why it’s important to know yourself when thinking about your career in design or art. Amy's Website  

Amy Batchelor

John Orpheus is a Trinidadian musician and writer based in Toronto. We talked about his upbringing, his thoughts on creativity, his new book Saga Boy and the musical companion to it – his album, Saga King.  John Online Website YouTube Instagram Twitter Facebook 

John Orpheus

On the 100th episode of Art Pays Me, Designer, Author and Professor Reginé Gilbert shares how her background in fashion, psychology and project management influence her work in user experience, accessibility design and education. We also talk about how transferable skills can be applied to different industries, how Reginé’s dad inspired her to become a very accomplished public speaker and so much more. Reginé Online Twitter LinkedIn Website 

Reginé Gilbert

Rebekah Higgs and I talk about the latest season of home renovation show, DIY Mom that she both hosts and produces. We get into how she runs her business, being a mom and the influence of God in her life. She also talks about her parent’s influence, her background as a performer and how leaning into creative opportunities led her to where she is today. Rebekah Online YouTube Instagram diymom.ca Matriarch Productions DIY Mom Show 

Rebekah Higgs

Jenny Lea, Mikey J Blige and Amine Bouzaher of genre bending band, I M U R share how they fought through writer's block to create their latest album, My Molecules. They talk about their collaborative writing and producing process, playing shows and how they’ve grown during their 6 years of making music together. The trio also talk about the importance of taking the professional side of music seriously in order to get to the next level. I M U R online Website Instagram TikTok Twitter YouTube Apple Music Spotify  

I M U R

Photographer Amy Eaton gives some insight into her path to photography, her business and why she incorporated teaching online courses. We also talk about the importance of nurturing creativity in children and learn about Amy’s podcast, Bold Company that features unscripted conversations with entrepreneurs and creators. Amy Online Website Instagram Facbook YouTube Pinterest 

Amy Eaton

Jenn talks about how the pandemic gave her a chance to learn new skills that have made her more independent as an artist and discuss why we wish we took more classes during our time at NSCADU. She also talks about her collection of covers of Canadian classics, her cover of Eye Of The Tiger being featured on multiple shows and her new variety show, Jenny Town. Jenn Online Covers Playlist on Spotify Jenn on YouTube Website 

Jenn Grant

UK based Jewelry designer and academic, Melanie Eddy talks about her work, her beginnings in Bermuda and how teaching at Central Saint Martins impacts her practice. We also talk about addressing social justice as a creative and why we think being Bermudian is a super power. Melanie Online Instagram Website 

Melanie Eddy

Textile Artist and Printmaker Julie Rosvall discusses her process, her solo exhibition, Iterations, at Harvest Gallery and how Craft Nova Scotia supports crafters in Nova Scotia. We also talk about why it’s ok to not have it all figured out and the importance of community.  Julie Online Website Textile Instagram Textile Twitter Textile Facebook Printmaking Instagram  Printmaking Twitter Printmaking Facebook  

Julie Rosvall

Artist and Designer Tafui shares her journey from Jamaica to Canada, how culture influences her work and why her dad’s lessons were so impactful. We also talk about why it’s important to be open to diverse perspectives in art, design and life and how she's helping Black students pursue a creative education.  Tafui online Print Fundraiser  Website https://www.instagram.com/tafui/ 

Tafui

Visual Artist Christopher Webb talks about the meaning behind his paintings and how training in boxing taught him how fear can be productive for artists. We also talk about his business, Pavia Gallery - Espresso Bar & Café, his segment on Global Television called Visual Arts Abstract and his recent exhibition at Acadia University Art Gallery. Christopher Online Website Instagram Facebook 

Christopher Webb

I talk to artists Kris Reppas and Emily Sheppard about their recent exhibition of death shrouds called, Across the Fire and what it’s been like as an art student during a global pandemic. We talk about “death positivity”, how their latest project addresses mortality and how our cultures inform our relationship with grief. 

Kris Reppas and Emily Sheppard

On the final episode of the Craft Pays Me series, Artist and Jewellery Designer, K. Claire MacDonald talks about the symbolism in her work and the importance of sharing the stories that go with it. We also talk about how having secondary creative outlets can influence your primary pursuit, what she learns from going for a daily run, her experience doing an artist residency and the business behind being a jewellery designer. Thank you to Craft Nova Scotia for making this series possible and Arts Nova Scotia for the additional support. K. Claire online Website Instagram Facebook 

K. Claire MacDonald

Award-winning musician/composer, sound and video designer, performer and theatre creator, Aaron Collier talks about why he loves to tell stories as both a performer on stage and a designer behind the scenes. We also talk about his experience playing in the Jimmy Swift Band and starring in and creating the live mixed reality show, Frequencies, presented by Heist.

Aaron Collier

Art Pays Me Podcast helps artists use their power to improve their lives and the world by exploring the business strategies of successful creatives. Art Pays Me is hosted by Artist and Designer, Duane Jones, Founder of lifestyle brand Art Pays Me.

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