Extraordinary Creatives
Extraordinary Creatives: The Premier Art Podcast
Welcome to the Extraordinary Creatives podcast, your gateway to the world of exceptional artists and creative leaders who have defied the odds to make a significant impact in the arts and beyond.
Hosted by Ceri Hand, creative coach, curator, and seasoned arts and business insider, this podcast offers a wealth of insights into art and creativity through in-depth interviews. Ceri’s extensive experience and genuine passion for the arts make every episode a treasure trove of inspiration and practical advice.
At the heart of Extraordinary Creatives is the belief that creativity is essential for success. However, it is the courage, confidence, and resilience to dare to be different that truly transforms the world. With her warm, playful, and straight-talking style, Ceri delves into the ideas, processes, mindsets, victories, and challenges of trailblazers who have paved the way in the arts.
Ceri’s mission is to support 100,000 artists and arts leaders by 2025 by providing exclusive access to information, inspiration, and expertise. Discover the transformative power of art with Extraordinary Creatives. Tune in and follow so you don’t miss an episode!
- Update frequency
- every 4 days
- Average duration
- 60 minutes
- Episodes
- 141
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
How I Know You’re an Extraordinary Creative (Spoiler: It's not about awards, followers, or fancy studios.)
Welcome to the 100th episode of Extraordinary Creatives! One hundred thousand listeners, nineteen months and now ranked in the top 1.5% of podcasts and in this episode, Ceri wants to remind you what …
00:12:40 |
Wed 30 Apr 2025
The Secrets Behind Successful Public Art with Sherry Dobbin
Ceri interviews Sherry Dobbin, a cultural strategist whose work spans continents and iconic spaces. From starting in theatre to transforming Times Square, Sherry shares how she crafts meaningful cult…
01:29:32 |
Sun 27 Apr 2025
6 Fixes for Stuck Artists: Real-World Ways to Get Your Work Noticed, Valued & Moving Again
Have you ever sat staring at your work, wondering why it’s not resonating? In this episode, Ceri talks about why you might be stuck in how you are being seen, or not seen and why this doesn’t mean yo…
00:13:19 |
Wed 23 Apr 2025
Creating Engaging and Inclusive Public Art with Curator & Artist Chantelle Purcell
Ceri speaks with Chantelle Purcell, a curator, producer, and visual artist who co-founded Hive Curates and Other Landz. Chantelle shares her experiences, from grassroots creative spaces to large publ…
01:19:17 |
Sun 20 Apr 2025
How Museums Decide What Art to Collect (And How You Can Help Them Choose Yours)
In this solo episode, Ceri talks about how museums decide what art to collect and how you can get your work chosen. She reveals the strategic thinking behind how museums select artwork, from collecti…
01:06:27 |
Wed 16 Apr 2025
Rejecting Convention & Keeping Artistic Integrity with Richard Malone
Ceri is joined by Richard Malone, a groundbreaking Irish artist whose work has been commissioned for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Permanent Collection and is held in MoMA. Coming from a working c…
01:24:21 |
Sun 13 Apr 2025
Self-Made Is a Myth: Why You Should Accept Help Without Shame
Ceri talks about why many artists feel guilty about receiving support. Whether it’s financial, emotional backing or practical help, many struggle with feelings of guilt after asking for or receiving …
00:13:25 |
Wed 09 Apr 2025
Reality is Overrated: Embracing the Unknown for True Creativity with Filmmaker Halina Dyrschka
Ceri interviews award winning filmmaker Halina Dyrschka, whose documentary "Beyond the Visible: Hilma af Klint" brought worldwide attention to the pioneer of abstract art. Halina shares her creative …
01:23:25 |
Sun 06 Apr 2025
How to Spot Your Best Work: A Guide to Seeing Your Art Objectively
Ceri talks about something that’s essential for every artist, how to spot your best work and see it objectively. She talks about why it is so important for your artistic career and how you can learn …
00:21:04 |
Wed 02 Apr 2025
How Artists Can Create Innovation Through Collaboration with Rodolfo Groenewoud
Ceri interviews Rodolfo Groenewoud, co-founder of In4Art an institute pioneering art driven innovation. Rodolfo has secured funding for over 75 experimental projects, working between art and the scie…
01:35:28 |
Sun 30 Mar 2025
Want to Sell More Art? Fix This First
What if the biggest thing stopping you from selling your art is the way you think about selling? Join Ceri in this short solo episode as she talks about how you can fix your mindset around sales and …
00:05:31 |
Thu 27 Mar 2025
The True Cost of Art with Art Collectors Darryl de Prez and Victoria Thomas
Ceri speaks to art collectors Darryl de Prez and Victoria Thomas about their art collection, their approach to collecting and their views on why the art world needs to start recognising the true cost…
01:41:14 |
Mon 24 Mar 2025
Why You Shouldn’t Wait for Funding Before You Start
In this solo episode, Ceri talks about a common thing that holds artists and creatives back, waiting for funding, permission or the perfect time to get started. She shares why there is never a perfec…
00:10:35 |
Thu 20 Mar 2025
Why Change Can be the Ultimate Creative Tool with Pixies Bassist & Painter Emma Richardson
Ceri welcomes Emma Richardson, a polymath creative who seamlessly navigates music and visual art. Currently the bassist and vocalist for Pixies while maintaining her painting career, Emma talks about…
01:23:30 |
Mon 17 Mar 2025
Success Isn’t What You Think: Why Artists Need a New Definition
In this solo episode, Ceri talks about a truth many artists and creatives struggle with: Success won’t change your life. We’re told that success is the finish line, but this is far from the truth, su…
00:09:01 |
Thu 13 Mar 2025
Creating A Sustainable and Inclusive Art World with Curator Marcelle Joseph
Ceri is joined by Marcelle Joseph, an American independent curator and collector based in the UK whose collection champions female identifying and queer artists. Marcelle talks about her journey from…
01:41:24 |
Mon 10 Mar 2025
Defining Your Ideal Client – Attracting People Who Truly Get Your Work
Tired of shouting into the void? In this episode Ceri reveals how creators can find their perfect audience without compromising artistic integrity. Using climate crisis art as a case study, Ceri demo…
00:14:31 |
Thu 06 Mar 2025
Can Art Drive Social Justice with Rosalie Schweiker
Ceri is joined by Rosalie Schweiker, a South German artist and cultural organiser reimagining how art can drive social justice. As co-director at Migrants in Culture, Rosalie shares her journey from …
01:40:07 |
Mon 03 Mar 2025
Hacking Your Money Mindset: Elevate Your Earnings in 2025 (in 15 minutes… or a little longer, but totally worth it)
Ready to stop waiting for that elusive cash fairy and actually make 2025 the year your bank account catches up with your creative talents? Ceri explains how artists and creatives can rewire their fin…
00:10:33 |
Thu 27 Feb 2025
How Museums Can Shape the Future with Seb Chan of ACMI
Ceri explores the future of cultural spaces with Seb Chan, the director & CEO of ACMI, where he is redefining how museums connect with their audiences. Seb talks about his evolution from experimental…
02:00:56 |
Mon 24 Feb 2025
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