Reprint: Waves of summer inspiration.

We're ready for summer here at Creative Characters, so we decided to dig into the archives and explore the seasonal rhythms that influence art and life. From the ephemeral art of beach calligraphy by South Africa’s Andrew van der Merwe, to photographer Tyler Haughey’s striking portraits of off-season beach towns, to Justin Burns’ reflections on the magic of the British seaside, this episode explores how the summer season shapes creativity, placemaking, and memory. Tune in and get ready for summer with this collection of stories that dive deep into the relationship between art and the ever-changing shoreline.

You can find blog posts for this and all our past episodes at monotype.com/podcast

Revisit the full episodes below:
 Andrew van der Merwe: Ephemeral calligraphy from the beaches of South Africa.

Searching for signs of the British seaside with Justin Burns.

Tyler Haughey: Neon and nostalgia down on the unseen Jersey Shore.