Origins of Creativity Podcast

We start the new year with an interview with Tapestry Artist, Jennifer Edwards. She shares her artistic journey, focusing on her passion for fiber arts and tapestry weaving. Her early experiences with drawing and knitting evolved into a deep love for weaving, particularly tapestry. Jennifer shares the emotional and therapeutic aspects of her work, especially in relation to her mother's Alzheimer's journey. Our conversation explores...

In this episode of the Origins of Creativity, our creative guest, Lisa Manuels, reflects on her creative journey, exploring how childhood wonder, drawing, and the love of building small, imaginative worlds shaped her artistic voice. She discusses navigating burnout, the demands of creative work, and the balance between art, life, and business. She also touches on future hopes like creating more children’s books and games. Lisa offe...

Today, I interview Andy J. Pizza, who discusses the evolution of creative expression, the impact of media on inspiration, and the balance between escapism and depth in creativity! Andy shares his challenges of managing multiple creative outlets, especially with ADHD, and the interplay between teaching and creating. In addition, he shares insights on his future projects and offers advice to his younger self about embracing curiosity...

Today on the Origins of Creativity podcast, I interview Master Craftsman, George Schlub. He shares his journey through music, love, and creativity! Our conversation leads us to how discomfort can lead to innovation and the significance of self-acceptance in personal growth. His pensive interview highlights the power of community and connection in the creative process, inspiring listeners to embrace their artistic journeys and the n...

In this episode of the Origins of Creativity, award-winning children's book author and illustrator Brian Lies shares his journey into the world of writing and illustration, including the influences from his childhood, the importance of curiosity in creativity, and the creative process behind his latest book, Catnap. He highlights the significance of practice, the role of supportive environments, and the transformative nature of cre...

In this episode of the Origins of Creativity podcast, host Becky Gehrisch interviews professional textile artist, Lorraine Turner! Lorraine shares her multifaceted journey as an artist, motivational speaker, and animal communicator. She discusses her transition from graphic design to textile art, emphasizing the importance of creativity, meditation, and following one's passion. Lorraine encourages listeners to trust their intuition...

In this episode of the Origins of Creativity podcast, host Becky Gehrisch interviews professional Storyteller, Kevin Cordi, who is an international award winning educator and author! Kevin discusses the transformative power of storytelling and play in personal and professional contexts. He emphasizes the importance of a narrative mindset, the role of creativity in storytelling, and the need for collaboration and deep listening in t...

In this episode of the Origins of Creativity podcast, host Becky Gehrisch interviews fine artist Julie Borden, who specializes in hand-painted musical instruments! Julie shares her unique journey from designing furniture to creating stunning art on instruments like cellos and saxophones. She discusses the complexities of her craft, the collaboration with clients, and her experiences working on music videos. Julie emphasizes the imp...

In this episode of the Origins of Creativity podcast, host Becky Gehrisch interviews Eddie Gamarra, an Executive Producer and Consultant with extensive experience in both the film and publishing industries. They discuss Eddie's journey into creativity, the intersection of storytelling across different media, and the evolving landscape of creative commerce. Eddie shares insights on the importance of understanding the business side o...

In this episode, multi-genre, Newbery-Honor Winning Author, Rajani LaRocca, shares about her creativity through literacy. Rajani has written twenty books where she has pulled from her own experience in the medical field as well as her love of reading as a child. I had a wonderful time listening to her advice for writers and how to find joy in the creative process. Sit back and listen in on this uplifting discussion!

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In this episode of the Origins of Creativity podcast, I interview professional Violinist and Film Composer Patrick Savage. We discuss Patrick's multifaceted career, including his album The Golden Age of Hollywood, the impact of professionalism on creativity, the role of a composer in film, and the importance of collaboration and trust in the creative process!

Patrick shares insights on the challenges and rewards of being a professi...

The Origins of Creativity Podcast is a podcast dedicated to exploring why creative professionals create.

In this episode, meet our guest, Kristy Boyce, a New York Times Best Selling Young Adult Author, seeing amazing success with her books! Over the course of her writing career, she has written four books for young adults and even a book for Disney.

She shares what inspired her to write, to keep writing, and what it took her to suc...

Hello and welcome to the Origins of Creativity podcast! I am your host, Becky Gehrisch!

In this first unofficial episode, I introduce the Origins of Creativity Podcast which is dedicated to exploring why creative professionals create!

I give you a little information about my own creative origin and purpose for the podcast.

-Are you a professional creative who is interested in sharing your creative origin story? Be a guest on a fu...