Up and Becoming

Tessa & Ben decided to build a sustainable apparel brand because they wanted to change the way people produce and consume. Join me as we discover their advice, tips and Up & Becoming story in starting a brand that puts the benefit of others & the world first. Resources & Links Book: Start with Why [https://simonsinek.com/product/start-with-why/] The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change [https://www.ipcc.ch/] TCGC - Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/the_commongood_company/] TCGC - Website [https://www.thecommongoodco.com/?ltclid=d725fc01-4724-435a-b0d2-a727f13f721b] Connect with Kurt [https://www.instagram.com/kurtbingham/] Check out Up & Becoming Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/upandbecomingpodcast/] If you enjoyed this episode please consider leaving a review or sharing this episode on Instagram. Big love, Kurt

"With your career or learning about your craft. Just give every single part a go, like don’t be attached to some idea you want to be because of the title. Put your hand in every pie and see what makes you feel alive." My guest is Stefan Hunt. A filmmaker, director and illustrator known for his unique childlike perspective in the work he brings to the world from New York to Australia. In this episode, we dive into his story working as a filmmaker/creative, why he sees the world the way he does, his advice for those wanting to leave their mark on the world and how his work around the phrase, 'we are all going to die [https://www.stefanhunt.com/death]' radically changed his life. You'll learn: - Stefans Up & Becoming Story into art, creativity and filmmaking - Why honouring your dreams is how you leave your mark on the world - Why it’s so important to reflect & appreciate the little things in these times - Stefans experience as a director & why you should try different roles - How 'We are all going to die' changed his life. - Why being childlike has defined & informed Stefans Creative Career Projects & things mentioned The Talking tree [https://www.stefanhunt.com/film] - Life’s purpose We are all going to die [https://www.stefanhunt.com/death] - film & movement They Saw the Sun Firs [https://www.stefanhunt.com/they-saw-the-sun-first]t - Old people’s speech is not to be dishonoured - after all, they saw the sun first. (Bafta Award Winner) His favourite film: The Boy [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1560139/] Follow Stefan Hunt’s Journey: Website [https://www.stefanhunt.com/film] - Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/stefan_hunt/?hl=en] Follow Kurt Bingham - Website [http://kurtbingham.com.au] - Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/kurtbingham/]

Today's guest is Amanda Jones. Amanda is a filmmaker, art director and recent author of Dairy of a freelancer: a book filled with wisdom for anyone who is pursuing their dreams in any way. I had the honour of sitting with Amanda over a coffee to chat about her newly released book from the journey, to the process and what she see's Diary of a Freelancer becoming. It was such a grounding, relaxed and insightful conversation that I believe will encourage you. Quote from the book: "Why do we rush to grow? Things that grow fast: weeds. Things that grow slow: trees." Links  & Resource Check out the book/film on Instagram: Honest Jones [https://www.instagram.com/thehonestjones/?hl=en] Say Hi to Amanda on Instagram: Diary of a freelancer [https://www.instagram.com/diaryofafreelancer_____thebook/?hl=en] Buy the book: https://www.thehonestjones.com/store/diaryofafreelancer [https://www.thehonestjones.com/store/diaryofafreelancer] Mentions Austin Kleon [https://austinkleon.com/] Follow Kurt on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/kurtbingham/]

I have a conversation with Lauryn Alvarez about throwing out the routine to listen to yourself and create from a space that goes beyond just putting art out for quick consumption. We take a dive into her upbringing,  journey into creativity, her process and what a successful life being an artist mean to her. Lauryn is an artist, photographer and multifaceted creative based in California I am constantly inspired by her and I know you will be too. Happy listening. Quote "Beleive in yourself  %110." See what I'm talking about Lauryn's Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/laurynalvarez/] https://www.laurynalvarez.com/ [https://www.laurynalvarez.com/ ] Connect with Kurt Say hi on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/kurtbingham/] Kurt Bingham - portfolio [https://www.kurtbingham.com.au/] Weekly Newsletter [https://upandbecoming.substack.com/]

Wesley Verhoeve is a photographer and curator based in Amsterdam and NYC. In this episode, we talk about the exciting launch of his photo book Notice [https://wesley.co/] he created in the height of lockdown over the course of 123 daily photo walks in Vancouver. We also explore how he got into photography, his process, who inspires him and his advice for anyone wanting to work in the areas they are most passionate about. Check out & be one of the first to get Notice here [https://wesley.co/]. “If you do a small thing every day it really does add up.” My favourite resources from Wesley you must check out! * How to photograph strangers with Willem Verbeek [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fwupwdRoFl4]- this was how I found Wesley originally and I know you’ll learn a lot as I did; even if you’re not a photographer. * The Observers [http://theobservers.co/] where Wesley interviews visionaries from the world of photography about their favourite photo book. * Wesley’s weekly newsletter about photography and finding your voice called Process [https://www.readprocess.co/].’ * Check out Projected [http://icp.org/projected] exhibit which he founded and curated for the International Center of Photography [http://icp.org/], which has featured work by over 300 photographers from nearly 50 countries. Say Hello Follow Wesley on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/wesley/?hl=en] Follow Kurt on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/kurtbingham/]