Andrea Lim

Tiffblot

Don’t forget we still have our creator challenge ongoing! We thank you for every listen, share, and interaction. We’re on Discord. If you have an extra $1 today, it really would mean a lot if you support us on Patreon. In this episode of the FOCUS Podcast, we chat with watercolor artist & graphic designer Tiffany (@tiffblot) about enjoying something for the sake of it vs. obsessing over how to incorporate it into your art/creative practice, getting over creative blocks with tips and tricks for watercolor, and an anime discussion! After our discussion, we talk about some of the pieces she’s done and the story behind them. Tiffblot art featured in the episode: https://www.instagram.com/p/CKZMr_DFbMs/ [https://www.instagram.com/p/CKZMr_DFbMs/] https://www.instagram.com/p/CI_MXk6l5Tb/ [https://www.instagram.com/p/CI_MXk6l5Tb/] https://www.instagram.com/p/CFkKQa_Fecy/ [https://www.instagram.com/p/CFkKQa_Fecy/] The FOCUS Podcast is about giving a platform to underrepresented creators around the world as we do our best to inspire revolutionary change, and bring honest and beautiful things to light through casual conversation. We talk about the creative’s journey, current issues and social advocacies close to their heart, and create a safe space to showcase talents! LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE OUT NOW on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and any platform you listen and drop us a line! Check out Tiff’s links: https://www.instagram.com/tiffblot/ [https://www.instagram.com/tiffblot/] https://www.etsy.com/shop/teashopbytiff [https://www.etsy.com/shop/teashopbytiff] https://tiffblot.com/ [https://tiffblot.com/] OUR DISCORD: https://discord.gg/hf8eE4aUz4 [https://discord.gg/hf8eE4aUz4] OUR PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/focuspc [https://www.patreon.com/focuspc] Background photo by Krystal Ng on Unsplash #podcast #podcasts #podcasting #podcaster #podcasters #podcastlife #podcastshow #podcastlove #podcastaddict #podcasthost #podcastersofinstagram #creatives #culture #music #art #webtoon #anime #manga #food #sustainability #socialjustice #advocacy #empowerment #diversity #nostalgic #daikon #anime #demonslayer #fma #watercolor #watercolorart --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app [https://anchor.fm/app]--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/focuspc/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/focuspc/support [https://anchor.fm/focuspc/support]

Edna Zhou / Expat Edna

We’re at our 20th episode for season 2. We thank you for every listen, share, and interaction. We’re on Discord. If you have an extra $1 today, it really would mean a lot if you support us on Patreon. LINKS IN OUR INSTAGRAM BIO. In this episode of the FOCUS Podcast, we chat with writer and photographer Edna Zhou (@expatedna) about finding your way as a creator, her therapy journey, and her reflections on a younger self. After our discussion, we tackle some of her dated blog posts and clear the air regarding some misconceptions. Here are the blog posts referred to in the episode: https://expatedna.com/2012/05/11/encountering-racism-abroad-or-why-i-sometimes-wish-i-was-white/ [https://expatedna.com/2012/05/11/encountering-racism-abroad-or-why-i-sometimes-wish-i-was-white/] https://expatedna.com/2016/05/20/why-is-it-still-ok-to-be-racist-towards-asians/ [https://expatedna.com/2016/05/20/why-is-it-still-ok-to-be-racist-towards-asians/] Resources: https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/online-therapist-for-free [https://www.healthline.com/health/mental-health/online-therapist-for-free] The FOCUS Podcast is about giving a platform to underrepresented creators around the world as we do our best to inspire revolutionary change, and bring honest and beautiful things to light through casual conversation. We talk about the creative’s journey, current issues and social advocacies close to their heart, and create a safe space to showcase talents! LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE OUT NOW on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and any platform you listen and drop us a line! Check out Edna’s links: MAIN IG: @expatedna https://expatedna.com/ [https://expatedna.com/] Background photo by sutirta budiman(@sbudiman) on Unsplash #podcast #podcasts #podcasting #podcaster #podcasters #podcastlife #podcastshow #podcastlove #podcastaddict #podcasthost #podcastersofinstagram #creatives #culture #music #art #webtoon #anime #manga #food #sustainability #socialjustice #advocacy #empowerment #diversity #olympics #therapy #mentalhealth #creator #food #travel #photography --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app [https://anchor.fm/app]--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/focuspc/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/focuspc/support [https://anchor.fm/focuspc/support]

Devon Harrison / Saltfort

We’re a little over the halfway point for Season 2, and our inclusive community is growing at such a fast rate! We thank you for every listen, share, and interaction. We’re on Discord. If you have an extra $1 today, it really would mean a lot if you support us on Patreon. LINKS IN BIO. In this episode of the FOCUS Podcast, we chat with animator, glass blower, illustrator and life-sized chocolate body part maker Devon Harrison (@ [https://www.instagram.com/and.rea.mae/]saltfort) about creating art that makes people laugh, chocolate art, glass blowing. After our discussion, he showcases some really interesting pieces. Check out the amazing work he’s done with glass and chocolate! Special thank you to our guest host Thatyana Morales (@cross_your_t) Resources: www.muralarts.org/for-artists/philadelphia-fellowship-for-black-artists/ www.uarts.edu/news/fellowshipforblackartists The FOCUS Podcast is about giving a platform to underrepresented creators around the world as we do our best to inspire revolutionary change, and bring honest and beautiful things to light through casual conversation. We talk about the creative’s journey, current issues and social advocacies close to their heart, and create a safe space to showcase talents! LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE OUT NOW on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and any platform you listen and drop us a line! Check out Devon’s links: MAIN IG: instagram.com/saltfort KO-FI: saltfort Photo by TOMOKO UJI [https://unsplash.com/@ujitomo?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText] (@ujitomo) on Unsplash [https://unsplash.com/s/photos/yellow?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText] #podcast #podcasts #podcasting #podcaster #podcasters #podcastlife #podcastshow #podcastlove #podcastaddict #podcasthost #podcastersofinstagram #creatives #culture #music #art #webtoon #anime #manga #food #sustainability #socialjustice #advocacy #empowerment #diversity #glassblowing #chocolate #mold #artforlaughter --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app [https://anchor.fm/app]--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/focuspc/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/focuspc/support [https://anchor.fm/focuspc/support]

Andrea Lim

Our all inclusive Discord & Patreon IS LIVE. Join to receive updates and help build our community! LINKS IN BIO. In this episode of the FOCUS Podcast, we chat with creative, makeup artist, graphic designer Andrea Lim (@and.rea.mae) about representation & diversity in theatre and creating content for ourselves. After our discussion, she talks about some pieces that she’s done for The Quarter. #IStandWithTheQuarter Check out the amazing work she’s done as a photographer, content creator, and artist with @passingmusical and extend support by purchasing their merch!! Resources: https://www.istandwiththequarter.com/ [https://www.istandwiththequarter.com/] https://www.aocinitiative.com/ [https://www.aocinitiative.com/] https://robguestendowment.com.au/ [https://robguestendowment.com.au/] The FOCUS Podcast is about giving a platform to underrepresented creators around the world as we do our best to inspire revolutionary change, and bring honest and beautiful things to light through casual conversation. We talk about the creative’s journey, current issues and social advocacies close to their heart, and create a safe space to showcase talents! LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE OUT NOW on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and any platform you listen and drop us a line! VOICE MSG: https://anchor.fm/focuspc/message [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?v=cCbR6dOx4Ro&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbURiSjllZFdhYXVnYmZpOHg3NjZpQmdNOFZNd3xBQ3Jtc0tuUXk3SEQ5MGNDcmlKdXdhNmUyZm9FZDRDSHpFc0V6UVN5RnBsQm5fVFp3Z2RTYTdrRDE4bHJZcjJFVGlwNk5SV0JtYTROdW9ueEJYc3FOWTRFT0U1Q0d6TzBrbU5kdlgxYlliTXNNM2tZc2FPR3BLUQ%3D%3D&event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fanchor.fm%2Ffocuspc%2Fmessage] WHERE TO FIND US: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/focus/id1523944226 [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?v=cCbR6dOx4Ro&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa09lYlZnakdVYlB4ek41TlBjUGNrckxHRWItd3xBQ3Jtc0tsUzA5bVRLREw1MEI1UnpQWGpYb1VWUjdqNFhZckVzbGd6bjh3MUMxdzRqVnhZQ2hhdFVpbEtnR2VHNDRoZWNZWDJVOTFMaGI4V0ZSSUxNMUFVWWtnSkk2VFNQOEx3cWVLZDlYYUptbmZuV1pSaFNvYw%3D%3D&event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fpodcasts.apple.com%2Fus%2Fpodcast%2Ffocus%2Fid1523944226] Spotify: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/focus/id1523944226 [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?v=cCbR6dOx4Ro&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbTlZMG42b1BGOWItQ090WFlUN1RmelRmVFg0d3xBQ3Jtc0trM29WVm5QazQ5VTBkSUVTVEFUdzUwbWNlVER0bnhOQ0d0bEVUUmU5OVJwOGtsUDZPZWJFcEVyaVI2VWoyX3p4NGZSSjV1SEhwcUhYNHJsb0otbmJhdHQ0b2JmZE9tMTRyNFdqaDJfZlc1V0hSY3pMRQ%3D%3D&event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Fshow%2F47Lz4JhwfnfA4sRRKld5ht] Check out Andrea’s links: MAIN IG: @and.rea.mae ART IG: @and.rea.art OUR INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/focus.pod [http://instagram.com/focus.pod] OUR DISCORD: https://discord.com/invite/YfEHy28VES [https://discord.com/invite/YfEHy28VES] BUY US A COFFEE/BAGEL: https://www.patreon.com/focuspc [https://www.patreon.com/focuspc] Photo by J Lee [https://unsplash.com/@babybluecat?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText] (@babybluecatphoto) on Unsplash [https://unsplash.com/s/photos/pink?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText] #podcast #podcasts #podcasting #podcaster #podcasters #podcastlife #podcastshow #podcastlove #podcastaddict #podcasthost #podcastersofinstagram #creatives #culture #music #lifestyle #art #webtoon #anime #manga #food #sustainability #socialjustice #advocacy #interview #empowerment #theatre #diversity #representation #creative #passingmusical #istandwiththequarter --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app [https://anchor.fm/app]--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/focuspc/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/focuspc/support [https://anchor.fm/focuspc/support]

Stephanie Art & Design

Our all inclusive Discord & Patreon IS LIVE. Join to receive updates and help build our community! LINKS IN BIO. In this episode of the FOCUS Podcast, we chat with artist & designer Stephanie Lailine (@stephanie.artdesign) about her exploration in life, art, and finding inspiration in your everyday. After our discussion, she talks about some pieces that displays her growth in life and nature over the years and inspires us with beautiful art! Pieces featured in this episode: The Places I've Been - mixed media, 2020 Laima Corda - digital illustration, 2020 Linocut Prints - linocut prints, 2020 Publications featuring Stephanie: VoyageATL Magazine [http://voyageatl.com/interview/meet-stephanie-webster-stephanie-art-design-midtown/] Creative Guts podcast [https://creative-guts.simplecast.com/episodes/creative-pulse-two] Drawn to Culture blog [https://drawntoculture.com/category/artist/stephanie-lailine/] The FOCUS Podcast is about giving a platform to underrepresented creators around the world as we do our best to inspire revolutionary change, and bring honest and beautiful things to light through casual conversation. We talk about the creative’s journey, current issues and social advocacies close to their heart, and create a safe space to showcase talents! LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE OUT NOW on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and any platform you listen and drop us a line! VOICE MSG: https://anchor.fm/focuspc/message [https://anchor.fm/focuspc/message] WHERE TO FIND US: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/focus/id1523944226 [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?v=cCbR6dOx4Ro&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa09lYlZnakdVYlB4ek41TlBjUGNrckxHRWItd3xBQ3Jtc0tsUzA5bVRLREw1MEI1UnpQWGpYb1VWUjdqNFhZckVzbGd6bjh3MUMxdzRqVnhZQ2hhdFVpbEtnR2VHNDRoZWNZWDJVOTFMaGI4V0ZSSUxNMUFVWWtnSkk2VFNQOEx3cWVLZDlYYUptbmZuV1pSaFNvYw%3D%3D&event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fpodcasts.apple.com%2Fus%2Fpodcast%2Ffocus%2Fid1523944226] Spotify: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/focus/id1523944226 [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?v=cCbR6dOx4Ro&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbTlZMG42b1BGOWItQ090WFlUN1RmelRmVFg0d3xBQ3Jtc0trM29WVm5QazQ5VTBkSUVTVEFUdzUwbWNlVER0bnhOQ0d0bEVUUmU5OVJwOGtsUDZPZWJFcEVyaVI2VWoyX3p4NGZSSjV1SEhwcUhYNHJsb0otbmJhdHQ0b2JmZE9tMTRyNFdqaDJfZlc1V0hSY3pMRQ%3D%3D&event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Fshow%2F47Lz4JhwfnfA4sRRKld5ht] Check out Stephanie’s links: stephanieartdesign.pb.gallery IG: @stephanie.artdesign [http://instagram.com/stephanie.artdesign] FB: facebook.com/stephanieartdesigns [http://facebook.com/stephanieartdesigns] Twitter:@stephanieartdes [http://twitter.com/stephanieartdes] Tumblr:stephanieartdesign.tumblr.com [http://stephanieartdesign.tumblr.com/] TikTok:@stephanieartdesign [http://tiktok.com/@stephanieartdesign] OUR INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/focus.pod [http://instagram.com/focus.pod] OUR DISCORD: https://discord.com/invite/YfEHy28VES [https://discord.com/invite/YfEHy28VES] BUY US A COFFEE/BAGEL: https://www.patreon.com/focuspc Photo by Rikonavt [//Rikonavt] (@rikonavt) on Unsplash #podcast #podcasts #podcasting #podcaster #podcasters #podcastlife #podcastshow #podcastlove #podcastaddict #podcasthost #podcastersofinstagram #creatives #culture #music #lifestyle #art #webtoon #anime #manga #food #sustainability #socialjustice #advocacy #interview #empowerment #nature #exploration #foraging #linocut #localbusiness #consumerism #sustainable --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app [https://anchor.fm/app]--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/focuspc/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/focuspc/support [https://anchor.fm/focuspc/support]