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Obsessive Creative

Luke Clelandwww.lukecleland.ca
Obsessive Creative helps keep you inspired to create your best work. Each week, host Luke Cleland wrangles monologs and interviews together to bring you the best in inspiration to fuel your creative obsession.
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Episodes

32 - The Physical Notebook and Boosting Your Creativity

When was the last time you wrote in a physical notebook? It may be just the thing you need to give your creativity a boost. You can follow both of us on instagram here Luke Cleland and Allie Cleland . You can learn more about our wedding photography business at www.clelandphotographs.com , or follow our business on Instagram at Cleland Photographs ....

Sep 01, 202313 min

31 - The Art of Doing As Little As Possible

Are you a creator that doesn't create, or an artists that doesn't art?! If you have creative ideas that you haven't gotten around to starting, maybe you're just missing out on the art of doing as little as possible. You can follow both of us on instagram here Luke Cleland and Allie Cleland . You can learn more about our wedding photography business at www.clelandphotographs.com , or follow our business on Instagram at Cleland Photographs ....

Aug 11, 202322 min

30 - From NICU Nurse to Creative Director - Who Are you becoming? | Allie Cleland

Today I talk with my wife Allie Cleland! Whom I've talked about a lot on this podcast, but this is the first time she joins me to talk about her transition from being a NICU nurse at one of the top Children's Hospitals in the world, to becoming the creative director in our own business. You can follow both of us on instagram here Luke Cleland and Allie Cleland . You can learn more about our wedding photography business at www.clelandphotographs.com , or follow our business on Instagram at Clelan...

Jul 21, 202322 min

29 - Allowing Yourself to Fail

You can visit my website at www.lukecleland.ca You can see more about my wedding photography at www.clelandphotographs.com , or follow me on Instagram at Cleland Photographs or Luke Cleland . My Youtube channel can be found here . You can follow both of us on instagram here Luke Cleland and Allie Cleland . You can learn more about our wedding photography business at www.clelandphotographs.com , or follow our business on Instagram at Cleland Photographs ....

Jan 11, 202219 min

28 - What Would Happen If You Didn't Lie?

You can see more about my wedding work at www.clelandphotographs.com , or follow me on Instagram at Cleland Photographs or Luke Cleland You can follow both of us on instagram here Luke Cleland and Allie Cleland . You can learn more about our wedding photography business at www.clelandphotographs.com , or follow our business on Instagram at Cleland Photographs ....

Nov 01, 202117 min

27 - What If You Were Generous with Jai Long

Jai Long's Instagram , Podcast , and Wedding Photography Summit You can see more about my wedding work at www.clelandphotographs.com , or follow me on Instagram at Cleland Photographs or Luke Cleland You can follow both of us on instagram here Luke Cleland and Allie Cleland . You can learn more about our wedding photography business at www.clelandphotographs.com , or follow our business on Instagram at Cleland Photographs ....

Oct 18, 202141 min

26 - Working Scared - Trying To Make Work When You Are Just Freaked Out

Today I talk about how I dealt with fear in my work, and I gave 4 tips in facing fear in your creative work. You can see more about my wedding work at www.clelandphotographs.com , or follow me on Instagram at Cleland Photographs or Luke Cleland You can follow both of us on instagram here Luke Cleland and Allie Cleland . You can learn more about our wedding photography business at www.clelandphotographs.com , or follow our business on Instagram at Cleland Photographs ....

Oct 12, 202116 min

25 - Depression, Learning to Play, and the Power of Art with Alyssa Guerrero

Today I chat with Alyssa Guerrero about how art took her through a really difficult time in her life, and how it guided her to the work she does today. You check out her website , and her instagram . You can follow both of us on instagram here Luke Cleland and Allie Cleland . You can learn more about our wedding photography business at www.clelandphotographs.com , or follow our business on Instagram at Cleland Photographs ....

Nov 23, 202037 min

24 - Yosemite, Illustration, and Getting Outside with Matt Moreau

This week, we talk to Matt Moreau the Founder and Creative Director behind the brand Landmark Project, about pursuing your creative dreams and how getting outdoors impacts your creativity. The Landmark Project Website The Landmark Project Instagram Dapper Ink Website Keep up to date on all things obsessive & creative Instagram: @lukewtcleland www.lukecleland.ca www.clelandphotographs.com OBSESSIVE CREATIVE LIST: One of my favourite of all time book on creativity Favourite blog to help fight ...

Sep 21, 202036 min

23 - Your Creative Autobiography - Why Your Story Matters - Part 3

The final part in "Your Creative Autobiography" series. We talk about why your story matters, and how it impacts your creativity. You can follow both of us on instagram here Luke Cleland and Allie Cleland . You can learn more about our wedding photography business at www.clelandphotographs.com , or follow our business on Instagram at Cleland Photographs ....

Sep 15, 202020 min

22 - Your Creative Autobiography - Learning A New Story - Part 2

This week we get into the second half of writing your creative autobiography. And it's all about learning a new story, and memorizing those lines. Keep up to date on all things obsessive & creative Instagram: @lukewtcleland www.lukecleland.ca www.clelandphotographs.com OBSESSIVE CREATIVE LIST: One of my favourite of all time book on creativity Favourite blog to help fight my lizard brain You can follow both of us on instagram here Luke Cleland and Allie Cleland . You can learn more about our...

Sep 07, 202022 min

21 - Collaboration, Anthropologie, and Rock Collecting with Antonia Akai-Casuccio

This week we are chatting with Antonia Akai-Casuccio. She is the creative mind behind The Loved One. She is a maker and curator of exquisite accessories, and has an inspiring path that lead her to start her own creative business back in 2012. You can find Antonia's work here: https://www.thelovedone.ca/ https://www.instagram.com/theloved_one/ Keep up to date on all things obsessive & creative Instagram: @lukewtcleland www.lukecleland.ca www.clelandphotographs.com OBSESSIVE CREATIVE LIST: One...

Aug 24, 202027 min

20 - Your Creative Autobiography Part 1

This week we talk about your story, the one you hear every day, the one you write, and the one you can change. Keep up to date on all things obsessive & creative Instagram: @lukewtcleland www.lukecleland.ca www.clelandphotographs.com OBSESSIVE CREATIVE LIST: One of my favourite of all time book on creativity Favourite blog to help fight my lizard brain You can follow both of us on instagram here Luke Cleland and Allie Cleland . You can learn more about our wedding photography business at www...

Aug 17, 202018 min

19 - How Structure Can Foster Creativity

This week is all about structure, and how creating a project with structure can help you figure out why you do what you do, and get better at your craft. This week we talk about how experiences in our lives influence how we think, and how we create. Keep up to date on all things obsessive & creative Instagram: @lukewtcleland www.lukecleland.ca www.clelandphotographs.com OBSESSIVE CREATIVE LIST: One of my favourite of all time book on creativity Favourite blog to help fight my lizard brain Yo...

Aug 03, 202019 min

18 - How Experiences Feed Our Obsession

This week we talk about how experiences in our lives influence how we think, and how we create. Allie wrote an article about her experience, and you can see some photos from it here: https://www.alliecleland.com/post/immersed-in-and-nourished-by-van-gogh-feeding-the-human-spirit Starfish Project mentioned in the episode: https://starfishproject.com/ Keep up to date on all things obsessive & creative Instagram: @lukewtcleland www.lukecleland.ca www.clelandphotographs.com OBSESSIVE CREATIVE LI...

Jul 27, 202019 min

17 - Do What You’re Good At - What You're Made to Do

Priorities! If you're obsessed, you gotta stay obsessed. This week we talk all about keeping the main thing the main thing. Keep up to date on all things obsessive & creative Instagram: @lukewtcleland www.lukecleland.ca www.clelandphotographs.com GEAR I USE FOR THIS PODCAST: Music [get a free month with Musicbed] Camera Body Lens Tripod Audio You can follow both of us on instagram here Luke Cleland and Allie Cleland . You can learn more about our wedding photography business at www.clelandph...

Jul 14, 202019 min

16 - Finding Your Creative Conviction with Artist & Jewelry Designer Julia Riffel

This week we chat with Julia Riffel about how her desire to create things with her hands, and a job she hated, drove her to start her business Spectrum. You can find Julia's work: https://www.spectrum-style.com/ https://www.instagram.com/spectrumhandcrafted/ GEAR I USE FOR THIS PODCAST: Music [get a free month with Musicbed] Camera Body Lens Tripod Audio Keep up to date on all things obsessive & creative Instagram: @lukewtcleland www.lukecleland.ca www.clelandphotographs.com You can follow b...

Jun 29, 202029 min

15 - When to stop staring at other people's work, and how creative comparison effects your creativity.

We know it's rude. Staring. But is it always? And how does that fit in with creativity. This week we talk about depending on where you focus makes all the difference in your creative direction. Keep up to date on all things obsessive & creative Instagram: @lukewtcleland www.lukecleland.ca www.clelandphotographs.com GEAR I USE FOR THIS PODCAST: Music [get a free month with Musicbed] Camera Body Lens Tripod Audio You can follow both of us on instagram here Luke Cleland and Allie Cleland . You ...

Jun 23, 202017 min

14 - Time to Schedule the Inspiration | Part 2

This week we talk about scheduling inspiration, and how changing our minds about how inspiration works could change how we approach our creativity. Keep up to date on all things obsessive & creative Instagram: @lukewtcleland www.lukecleland.ca www.clelandphotographs.com GEAR I USE FOR THIS PODCAST: Music [get a free month with Musicbed] Camera Body Lens Tripod Audio You can follow both of us on instagram here Luke Cleland and Allie Cleland . You can learn more about our wedding photography b...

Jun 15, 202018 min

13 - Time to Schedule the Inspiration | Part 1

This week we talk about scheduling inspiration, and how changing our minds about how inspiration works could change how we approach our creativity. "The War of Art" by Steven Pressfield Or the audiobook version on audible : Keep up to date on all things obsessive & creative Instagram: @lukewtcleland www.lukecleland.ca www.clelandphotographs.com GEAR I USE FOR THIS PODCAST: Music [get a free month with Musicbed] Camera Body Lens Tripod Audio You can follow both of us on instagram here Luke Cl...

Jun 08, 202015 min

12 - Van Gogh, Community, and Banana Bread with Fine Artist Esther Moorehead

This week we delve into the relentless pursuit of fine art with, Esther Moorehead. Esther tells us about how important community has been in launching into a career as a fine artist. You can learn more about her, and purchase her incredible artwork in the links below. Esther's Website: http://esthermoorehead.com/ Instagram http://instagram.com/esthermooreheadart Facebook https://www.facebook.com/esthermooreheadart Keep up to date on all things obsessive & creative Instagram: @lukewtcleland w...

Jun 01, 202035 min

11 - Time to Play

This week it's all about playing and how incorporating play into your creative journey may just be the thing you've been missing. Keep up to date on all things obsessive & creative Instagram: @lukewtcleland www.lukecleland.ca www.clelandphotographs.com GEAR I USE FOR THIS PODCAST: Music [get a free month with Musicbed] Camera Body Lens Tripod Audio You can follow both of us on instagram here Luke Cleland and Allie Cleland . You can learn more about our wedding photography business at www.cle...

May 26, 202019 min

10 - Identity and Finding Your Creative Voice, with Designer and Illustrator Karen Schipper.

I chat with Karen Schipper this week about finding your identity and voice as a creative in a world of opportunities. You can find her work over at https://www.karenschipper.com/ Keep up to date on all things obsessive & creative Instagram: @lukewtcleland www.lukecleland.ca www.clelandphotographs.com GEAR I USE FOR THIS PODCAST: Music [get a free month with Musicbed] Camera Body Lens Tripod Audio You can follow both of us on instagram here Luke Cleland and Allie Cleland . You can learn more ...

May 18, 202033 min

9 - Stop with the Stereotypes

This week we are talking all about stereotypes, but probably not what you're thinking about. We're going back to the days of handset type, and the origin of stereotypes! Keep up to date on all things obsessive & creative Instagram: @lukewtcleland www.lukecleland.ca www.clelandphotographs.com GEAR I USE FOR THIS PODCAST: Music [get a free month with Musicbed] Camera Body Lens Tripod Audio You can follow both of us on instagram here Luke Cleland and Allie Cleland . You can learn more about our...

May 11, 202018 min

8 - HGTV, Trading Spaces, and Interior Design with Amanda Louise.

This week we chat with the talented Amanda Louise about her journey and process in interior design. You can find her website, and online art store below: https://amandalouiseinteriors.com/ https://campbellcollective.co/ Keep up to date on all things obsessive & creative Instagram: @lukewtcleland www.lukecleland.ca www.clelandphotographs.com GEAR I USE FOR THIS PODCAST: Music [get a free month with Musicbed] Camera Body Lens Tripod Audio You can follow both of us on instagram here Luke Clelan...

May 04, 202035 min

7 - The worst time just might be the best time.

This week we're talking all about being in the worst time of life, and well, wanting to create. Stay obsessed! Keep up to date on all things obsessive & creative Instagram: @lukewtcleland www.lukecleland.ca www.clelandphotographs.com GEAR I USE FOR THIS PODCAST: Music [get a free month with Musicbed] Camera Body Lens Tripod Audio You can follow both of us on instagram here Luke Cleland and Allie Cleland . You can learn more about our wedding photography business at www.clelandphotographs.com...

Apr 28, 202015 min

6 - Inspired by Italian Laundry, with Teresa Roche.

This week we delve into the relentless pursuit of fine art with artist, gallery owner, and textile designer Teresa Roche. Teresa tells us her story of beginning painting after 26 years in the corporate world. You can learn more about her, and purchase her incredible artwork in the links below. Teresa's Artwork http://teresarocheart.com www.instagram.com/teresarocheartandtextiles Art & Light Gallery: https://artandlightgallery.com www.instagram.com/artandlightgallery Keep up to date on all th...

Apr 10, 202039 min

5 - Anne of Green Gables, Star Wars, and inspirational chat with cartoonist Benjamin Schipper

This week we have our first interview! Benjamin Schipper is a cartoonist and incredible creative. We talk about the impact what you watch, read and play with throughout your entire life, and how that impacts your creativity. You can see Ben's website at http://www.benjaminschipper.com and follow him on instagram at www.instagram.com/benjaminschipper We also mention Joey Ellis in the episode you can find his work here: http://www.joeyellis.com Keep up to date on all things obsessive & creativ...

Apr 03, 20201 hr 8 min

4 - Remember your work is magical.

This week we go into the imposter syndrome and when it's helpful and even motivating, and when you need to ignore it and continue on your obsessive journey! Keep up to date on all things obsessive & creative Instagram: @lukewtcleland www.lukecleland.ca www.clelandphotographs.com GEAR I USE FOR THIS PODCAST: Music [get a free month with Musicbed] Camera Body Lens Tripod Audio You can follow both of us on instagram here Luke Cleland and Allie Cleland . You can learn more about our wedding phot...

Feb 07, 202022 min

3 - Hurry Up and Slow Down

We live in a world that goes at lightning speed, but is this the best pace for an obsessive creative? Keep up to date on all things obsessive & creative Instagram: @lukewtcleland www.lukecleland.ca www.clelandphotographs.com GEAR I USE FOR THIS PODCAST: Music [get a free month with Musicbed] Camera Body Lens Tripod Audio You can follow both of us on instagram here Luke Cleland and Allie Cleland . You can learn more about our wedding photography business at www.clelandphotographs.com , or fol...

Jan 17, 202020 min
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