Real-life stories of finding or returning to creativity in adulthood.
I'm Claire, and I re-found my creativity after a time of almost crippling anxiety. Now I want to share the stories of other people who have found or re-found their creativity as adults, and hopefully inspire many more grown-ups to get creative.
I chat with my guests about their childhood experiences of creativity and the arts, how they came to the creative practices they now love, the barriers they had to overcome to start their creative re-awakening, and how what they do now benefits their whole lives.
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What happens when a satellite engineer's hands stop working, and how can creativity emerge from constraint?
For Florrie de Havilland, a period of debilitating ill health meant reimagining her entire …
Escaping the horrors of 9/11 on foot, and coming to terms with the experiences through poetry.
First released in September 2021
What happens when tragedy collides with creativity? Andrea Carter Brown's…
Cruise ships, corporate climbing and a creative philosophy
From a young age, Tricia Duffy was immersed in the arts, singing and writing poetry. Leaving school at 16 with no qualifications, Tricia foun…
How age and life experiences can reignite artistic passions long buried beneath the weight of societal expectations.
For this episode I had the pleasure of speaking with Sally Fox, a once-aspiring ar…
Turning trauma into art when the ocean closed.
First released in December 2021
Leanne’s father took her snorkelling when she was young, and she fell in love with the ocean then. As a teenager that cult…
I'm excited to introduce you to the Multispective Podcast, where real people share their stories, much like we do here at Creativity Found.
Hosted by Jennica Sadhwani, Multispective delves into diver…
Replacing the rigidity of council architecture with the vibrancy of bespoke hat design.
Janice Charles is the CEO of House of Charles, a bespoke hat-design business that thrives on making the seemingl…
Initially skeptical about pursuing a career in film, Tyler Schwanke's younger, practical self chose to take a journalism course at college. However, his true calling in film and storytelling beckoned…
Connecting creativity with personal healing.
Samantha Mackay felt the pressure of conforming to traditional art forms in school, and much later in life found her voice in abstract painting.
In this e…
Initially hesitant about public speaking, Liz Drury's journey unfolds with unexpected twists, from her scientific studies to her current role as a voiceover artist.
As an archeological scientist Liz …
Model and content creator Rachel Peru on finding confidence and a creative spark later in life.
Despite facing a lack of belief from educators, Rachel’s early experiences in drama studies and theatre …
As the first engineer at a pioneering startup specializing in artificial intelligence, John Guiver’s expertise in mathematics and programming laid the groundwork for his technical career. While still…
Through art activities given in care homes and community groups, Dementia Arts Trust has been bringing joy to people living with dementia and their carers for nearly a decade.
In this episode, as part…
With a rich background in languages and science, creative pursuits were encouraged during Nancy Dillingham Marks' childhood, but not fully embraced by the young Nancy.
On leaving school Nancy's profes…
Cindy Ingram's love for art began early, influenced by Disney classics and a desire to become an animator. With a strong academic focus, Cindy pursued an art history degree and aimed to be a museum e…
The Creativity Found Collective is a vibrant community where creativity thrives and everyone supports one another.
This bonus episode showcases how being part of the Creativity Found Collective can s…
Nina Lenton is a business coach and mentor with a rich background in marketing and project management, who in this episode shares her insights into the world of creativity and the importance of nurtu…
Preserving the traditional craft of kilt making.
Paula Duncan is a bespoke kilt maker and tutor, with over 11 years of teaching experience, who has adapted her classes to an online format, making it e…
Running a small business can feel isolating, but finding the right support and community can make all the difference when it comes to achieving your dreams.
Sheena Whyatt is a business coach with over…
Explore the transformative power of mosaic art as a mindful and enjoyable way to express yourself.
Becky Paton teaches mosaic classes for adults of all abilities, and in this episode she is keen to e…