Claudia’s Cartonnage Journey: Turning Creativity Into Community
Some conversations stay with you long after the recording stops, and this one with Claudia Squio is absolutely that kind of episode.Claudia is the founder of ColorWay Arts, an online school and creative business built around Cartonnage, the beautiful art of crafting fabric-covered boxes, books, and heirloom pieces that hold memory, meaning, and love. But the real story here isn’t only about craft. It’s about starting over in a new country, learning a new language, finding joy in creativity, building a business without meaning to, facing burnout, navigating deep personal healing, and finding a way back to yourself. Her wisdom is so honest, so generous, and so full of heart. And it’s a powerful reminder that our businesses can support us (not consume us) when we align with our values, trust our intuition, and allow ourselves to be human. You’re going to love this one.Learn more about The Academy for Virtual Teaching here.Let's Connect! Join The Academy for Virtual Teaching Instagram Facebook >> Register for the FREE webinar: Make an Effective Promotional Video in 3 Easy Steps! You will learn how to get conversions with authentic connections instead of pushy sales!
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Inside the Black Women Stitch with Lisa Woolfork
What happens when living your truth means losing the community you thought was yours?In this powerful and deeply personal episode, I sit down with Lisa Woolfork, founder of Black Women Stitch and host of the Stitch Please podcast, to discuss courage, integrity, and the cost of standing firmly by your values. Lisa shares her story of navigating racism in creative spaces, the heartbreak of rejection, and the freedom that followed when she chose to stop “auditioning her humanity” to belong. We talk about what it means to align your art, business, and voice with your values (even when it’s uncomfortable) and how creativity becomes a form of resistance, healing, and connection.Lisa will return in a future episode to talk more about her sewing and community work, including the transformative impact of Black Women Stitch and Stitch Please. So stay tuned!Learn more about The Academy for Virtual Teaching here.Let's Connect! Join The Academy for Virtual Teaching Instagram Facebook >> Register for the FREE webinar: Make an Effective Promotional Video in 3 Easy Steps! You will learn how to get conversions with authentic connections instead of pushy sales!
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How to Build an Online Art Course One Step at a Time with Marcela Strasdas
This week on Creatives on Camera, I talk with Marcela Strasdas, a vibrant painter and art educator from Victoria, BC, whose creative journey proves that you don’t need perfection, you just need to start. Marcela shares how she built her first online course “one sticky note at a time,” testing her ideas in a backyard class before moving online. We discuss how to overcome tech fears, embrace imperfection, and cultivate confidence in front of the camera. Her story is full of practical advice for artists who want to teach online, from simple setups to authentic connections that keep students coming back. If you’ve ever thought, “I can’t do this,” or felt stuck by tech or perfectionism, this episode will remind you that action, no matter how small, is what creates success.Learn more about The Academy for Virtual Teaching here.Let's Connect! Join The Academy for Virtual Teaching Instagram Facebook >> Register for the FREE webinar: Make an Effective Promotional Video in 3 Easy Steps! You will learn how to get conversions with authentic connections instead of pushy sales!
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You Don’t Have to Be Good at Art Because Art Is Good for You with Marianne Gargour
Sometimes, life delivers the most powerful lessons in unexpected ways. My guest, Marianne Gargour, knows this intimately. A professional artist and certified life coach, Marianne transformed her cancer journey into a creative calling, helping others use art, mindfulness, and conversation to move from stress and overwhelm into joy and connection.In this episode, Marianne shares her story of going from a fine artist focused on skill and performance to a creative mentor helping others embrace art as a tool for healing. We talk about building a coaching business with creativity at its core, listening deeply to your audience, hiring help before burnout hits, and trusting the slow, organic process of growth. Marianne reminds us that creativity doesn’t have to be perfect, it just has to be true, and that you don’t have to be good at art, because art itself is good for you.Learn more about The Academy for Virtual Teaching here.Let's Connect! Join The Academy for Virtual Teaching Instagram Facebook >> Register for the FREE webinar: Make an Effective Promotional Video in 3 Easy Steps! You will learn how to get conversions with authentic connections instead of pushy sales!
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Turning a Local Art Store into a Thriving Online Community with Beth Bluestein
I love conversations that remind us how creativity thrives not just in big cities or fancy studios, but in small towns, small spaces, and close-knit communities.In this episode, I talk with Beth Bluestein, owner of Sparrow Art Supply in Middlebury, Vermont. Beth shares how she turned a 750-square-foot art store into a vibrant creative hub, one that serves artists both in person and online. We talk about her journey from New York City to Vermont, how she launched her shop with a town grant, and why community became the heart of her business. Beth also shares practical wisdom for any creative entrepreneur, including how she uses a simple four-part newsletter system to stay consistent, how she built a thriving artist membership using Mighty Networks, and how she keeps going even when business feels challenging. This conversation is a beautiful reminder that creativity, connection, and courage are at the heart of every successful creative business.Learn more about The Academy for Virtual Teaching here.Let's Connect! Join The Academy for Virtual Teaching Instagram Facebook >> Register for the FREE webinar: Make an Effective Promotional Video in 3 Easy Steps! You will learn how to get conversions with authentic connections instead of pushy sales!
About Creatives on Camera: Using Video to Teach, Sell and Inspire Online
Creatives on Camera is your guide to mastering video as a simple, effective tool for engaging and educating your creative community. Whether you teach quilting, crafting, or art workshops online, design patterns, or sell supplies, this podcast shows you how to create video tutorials and marketing content without complicated setups or wasted time. Learn easy, time-saving strategies to connect with your audience, grow your business, and expand your reach—all while staying focused on your passion.
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