Inked by Billie

Linda Kaoma

Linda Kaoma is a poet, literary curator and spiritual practitioner based in Johannesburg, South Africa. She’s shared her work in numerous countries in Africa and Europe. She holds a Master’s Degree in Health Humanities from the University College of London; a path she pursued to explore the contribution and influence that the arts, including poetry, can have on biomedicine, clinical practice and the politics of healthcare. Today, she hosts poetry and journaling workshops, online and in-person, that hold an atmosphere of presence and reflection for those who join her. We discuss the transformative magic of connecting with nature, the influence of ancestors in our daily lives, and the healing power of poetry. Linda shares her truth through spoken word. Explore her poetry on Instagram @aspiritualpoet [https://www.instagram.com/aspiritualpoet/]

Inked by Billie

Biljana Bianca Bauer is a tattoo artist currently based at @vision.artstudios [https://www.instagram.com/vision.artstudios/] in Germany. After leaving her design career, she traveled through Southeast Asia to explore the human experience, discover new creative techniques, and deepen her connection with herself and fellow artists. Now back in her hometown, Billie works across a range of mediums, including painting, drawing, jewelry design, illustration, wood-carving, acrylic glass, and tattooing. We discuss living authentically, the spiritual layers of art and creation, and her journey into tattoo artistry. Together, we design my next tattoo—and I get inked by Billie herself! Continue the conversation by following Billie on Instagram @kissingflowers [https://www.instagram.com/kissingflowers/] Enjoy her tattoo artistry @inked_by_billie [https://www.instagram.com/inked_by_billie/]

Paige Goldstein

Paige Goldstein is the Head of Partnerships at Retreat [https://www.retreatyourway.com/], a platform focused on spiritual education and mental wellness. She's lived as a digital nomad for over three years and is the co-host of the Fill Your Sol Podcast [https://www.instagram.com/fillyoursol/], where she discusses travel, stepping out of comfort zones, meeting new people, and most importantly, following your sun (aka sol). On a personal note, she has continually inspired me to embrace my freedom and explore everything this world has to offer in the most authentic way. We discuss the transformative beauty of travel while exploring mindful strategies for embracing our world. Continue the conversation with @paigegoldstein_ [https://www.instagram.com/paigegoldstein_/] on Instagram

Dave Brewer Azul

Dave Brewer Azul is the steward of Clubhouse SLC [clubhouseslc.com⁠], a 111-year-old event venue in Salt Lake City that fosters community, arts, and creativity. He’s the founder of Photo Collective Studios [photocollectivestudios.com], a resource for photographers and filmmakers to collaborate and grow. And he is a beautiful human - who enjoys capturing life’s fleeting moments, making music from the heart, embracing fatherhood, and creating spaces where creativity and connection thrive. Azul shares some of his original songs on the guitar. We discuss his journey of following curiosity, the meaning behind creation, and shaping spaces that encourage authentic self-expression and community. Visit Clubhouse SLC at 850 E S Temple, Salt Lake City, Utah and at clubhouseslc.com [clubhouseslc.com] Follow Azul on Insta @brewerphoto [https://www.instagram.com/brewerphoto/]