The Creative Chronicles
by Brush Strokes Pottery
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Lessons in Leadership: From Chaos to Clarity
Lessons in Leadership: From Chaos to Clarity
About this podcast
Welcome to The Creative Chronicles, a podcast hosted by Courtney Joyner that delves into the stories of creators and their crafts. Our goal is to introduce you to unique makers and art forms, providing insights and inspiration for both creators and appreciators of art. In each episode, we explore the journey of our guests, from their beginnings to their motivations, while also highlighting small businesses and their one-of-a-kind offerings. Join us in celebrating creativity, passion, and artistry, and discover the world of talented makers waiting to captivate you.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 24 episodes
- Lessons in Leadership: From Chaos to Clarity · 17 min · Season 2 Episode 6Today, I’m pulling back the curtain on a season that’s tested my leadership, my health, and my patience. This episode is all about what happens when things don’t go as…
- A Scent-imental Journey: Crafting Candles with Slow North · 49 min · Season 2 Episode 5We’re slowing things down—in the best way possible. I’m joined by Michelle Simmons, founder of Slow North, a natural lifestyle brand born in Austin and built on intention…
- Color Me Obsessed: The Story behind A Brighter Year · 56 min · Season 2 Episode 4What started as a side hustle turned into a viral mental health tool with simple, bite-sized coloring books for adults—designed to reduce stress, support neurodivergent users…
- Rejection Reframed: Finding Strength in the "No" · 10 min · Season 2 Episode 3In this episode, I’m opening up about something we all face but rarely talk about—rejection. I recently went through an experience that shook me, but instead of letting it define…
- The Art of Vintage: The Creative Journey of Sunroom Ceramics · 52 min · Season 2 Episode 2Jessica Bubnich of Sunroom Ceramics is a ceramicist whose path from the corporate world to full-time artist is nothing short of inspiring. We talk about the struggles of calling…
- Word of the Year: Setting the Vibe for 2025 · 12 min · Season 2 Episode 1Resolutions? Overrated. But a single word to guide your year? That’s where the magic happens. In this episode of I'm helping you brainstorm the perfect word to set the tone for…
- Holiday Market Success: 5 Essential Sales Strategies for Small Business Artists · 19 min · Season 1 Episode 17Want to boost your holiday market sales this season? Duh, who doesn’t! Join me as I dive into five essential sales strategies that small business artists can easily implement to…
- 3 Tips for Reclaiming Your Identity as an Artist · 14 min · Season 1 Episode 16I’ve been thinking a lot about my identity as an artist lately and where I want to go next in my life and career and how that has left me feeling restless. I shared briefly on…
- Beyond the Kiln: A Cheeky Adventure with Molly Sanyour Ceramics · 54 min · Season 1 Episode 15Molly Sanyour is a ceramic artist and entrepreneur who turned her love for pottery and getting her hands dirty into a vibrant community studio which opening soon in Atlanta. She…
- Recovery to Radiance, Finding the Bright Path of Modern Art · 43 min · Season 1 Episode 14Dive into the colorful world of Samantha Jezek, is a modern artist who explores figures, faces, and abstracts in bright, colorful hues. Samantha shares her artistic journey, from…
- Yarned and Dangerous: The Brochet Crochet Adventure · 52 min · Season 1 Episode 13I am so pumped to bring you this conversation. I had the chance to chat with Steven Borzachillo of Brochet, the comedic yarn phenomenon that is taking over social media with his…
- Kitty Keller's Journey from Hand-Painted T-Shirts to Global Artistry · 35 min · Season 1 Episode 12Kitty Keller is a fine artist who began her career over 38 years ago with painted t-shirts and today, serves clients worldwide with exceptionally curated, hand-crafted glass…
- From Doodles to Dough: Hayley Cakes & Cookies Sweet Success · 35 min · Season 1 Episode 11We're diving into the artistic side of the food industry with a guest who has turned cookie decorating into a viral sensation. I mean who hasn't paused while scrolling on social…
- Knot Your Average Journey: Camryn's Path to Crochet and Craft Show Success · 52 min · Season 1 Episode 10You may know her best as the joyful and bubbly crochet artist online. Now Camryn Breneman, the owner of Cameron's Cute Creations, is expanding her business as an online educator…
- Spilling the Sewing Beans with The Little Green Bean · 44 min · Season 1 Episode 9Missy Luukkonen, owner of the Little Green Bean, shares her journey from starting a side hustle on Etsy to evolving her business and finding success. She discusses the popularity…
- Whimsical Wonders: Inside the World of Salty Sea Dog Designs Ceramics · 49 min · Season 1 Episode 8Salty Sea Dog Designs is a beautiful fusion of Blair's and Sarah’s ceramic talents resulting in distinctly adorable 3D animal mugs, vases and more. Sarah throws all the forms on…
- Turn Rejection into Sucess: Applying for Art Markets · 17 min · Season 1 Episode 7In this bonus episode of The Creative Chronicles, I’m sharing my personal experience of how I overcame rejection and used a "NO" to fuel and motivate me. I learned so much from…
- Crafting Your Colorful Brand with Nicole Lewis of Art 2 the Extreme · 41 min · Season 1 Episode 6Nicole Lewis, founder of Art to the Extreme, shares her journey of creating the original rainbow crayon. All which began in the classroom as an art teacher and her desire to find…
- Part 2 - Mountains, Margaritas and Mindfulness: A woodworking journey with Dani of North Soul Studios · 24 min · Season 1 Episode 5Summary In this episode, Dani shares her journey as an artist and creator, discussing her design process, overcoming challenges, and the launch of her Mountain Maker Kits. She…
- Part 1 - Mountains, Margaritas and Mindfulness: A woodworking journey with Dani of North Soul Studios · 30 min · Season 1 Episode 4Summary I am beyond excited for this two part chat with Dani VonShweetz, the visionary behind North Soul Studios in beautiful British Columbia. Dani's mastery lies in crafting…
