The Collective Podcast

The Collective Podcast brings you bi-weekly episodes of entertaining, informative, honest discussions with creative industry professionals from around the world. Created and hosted by designer/director Ash Thorp, he aims to explore the struggles of work/life balance and to share the experiences of influential creatives from all realms of media, including (but not limited to) designers, illustrators, visual effects artists, writers, painters, and programmers.

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Episodes

Ep. 14 - Scott Robertson

Scott Robertson has an amazing amount of career experience that spans more than two decades. He has taught at the prestigious Art Center for many years with a customized curriculum designed around his own creations and creative path. Scott also owns and manages Design Studio Press, which distributes a multitude of great books featuring the works and creative journey of talented artists. He thrives on trying new things and pushing his abilities to maximum levels, but regardless of how busy he get...

Aug 19, 2013•1 hr 29 min

Ep. 13 - Allan McKay

Allan McKay originated from Australia and is a phenomenal talent with over 18 years of experience in the VFX industry. He brings a great level of understanding on how to maintain a flow of creativity and productivity. Allan elaborates on his particular path, and how he deals with the madness of balancing life, health, and work. He mentions his experience on films, such as Looper, Transformers: Dark Side of the Moon, Flight, and 2012. Allan is a prime example of how important it is to be dynamic ...

Aug 12, 2013•2 hr 15 min

Ep. 12 - Maciej Kuciara

Maciej Kuciara is one of the leading talents in the field of concept design. He has worked on various feature film projects, including Jupiter Ascending and Seventh Son, as well as numerous major games projects, such as The Last of Us, Crysis, and Crysis 2. Coming from humble beginnings in Poland, Maciej has developed an incredible work ethic and dedication to his craft. He shines on everything he sets his mind to and is an unstoppable force in our industry. Maciej and I have a great chat about ...

Aug 06, 2013•2 hr 38 min

Ep. 11 - Tim Tadder

Seasoned photographer Tim Tadder joins us to discuss his creative journey of how he found himself capturing photos of the world around him. He has built an impressive career working with a multitude of high-profile clients, while also managing to devote quality time to family and personal time to keep his creative soul happy. Tim shares his thoughts on keeping that work/life balance, being able to maintain a creative flow, and how to avoid getting caught in a destructive downward spiral. Tim Tad...

Jul 29, 2013•2 hr 2 min

Ep. 10 - James Clements

James Clements joins us to discuss the world of atmospheric electronic music and the stigma behind such music in the world of film. He also discusses some of his beginnings and the creative process. ---------------------------------------------------------- James's Record Label - https://www.facebook.com/auxiliarymusic James's Site - http://theasc.blogspot.com/ James's Work - https://vimeo.com/jamesclements This sets mix - http://www.auxiliarymusic.com/mixes/ASC-TheCollectivePodcastMix.mp3 -----...

Jul 22, 2013•1 hr 44 min

Ep. 9 - Jake Sargeant

This week, we have the kind and multi-talented Jake Sargeant. He shares his career path experiences thus far and working on powerhouse projects like Terminator Salvation, Tron Legacy, and Nike commercials. We also discuss the infinite complexities of the freelance lifestyle, balancing work and personal life, and lessons learned along our creative journey. This episode is part 1 of 2 in this podcast series with Jake. So please feel free to reach out with your questions, and we will aim to address...

Jul 15, 2013•1 hr 51 min

Ep. 8 - Vitaly Bulgarov

Introducing the mighty Vitaly Bulgarov, who at the young age of 27, is already a true force in the concept and creative industry. His accredited experience includes many powerful years working on best-selling games with the powerhouse studio Blizzard. Currently, Vitaly resides in San Francisco, where he works with ILM as a concept artist for feature films. In this conversation with Vitaly, we discuss the value of sabbaticals, owning and respecting your time, manifesting your goals, and finding t...

Jul 08, 2013•3 hr 20 min

Ep. 7 - George Hull

This week we have the amazing George Hull on board to talk with us about his various stages in his creative career and how he has come to be the creative force he is today. We discuss his early student life, to ILM, to meeting and working with the Wachowskis on their film franchise The Matrix. We also dive into concepts of being the under dog and achieving the goals you set out for yourself and finding the true "core" within us all. ---------------------------------------------------------------...

Jul 01, 2013•2 hr 6 min

Ep. 6 - Neil Huxley

This week we have the driven Neil Huxley, born and raised in the UK, sharpened his skills in Australia, and rose to a level in the US where he helped James Cameron with the visuals of Avatar. Neil talks to us about his youth and education, his laws in the business, John Carpenter, and the love for our background music. --------------------------------------------------------------------- Neils Work - www.mothership.net Digital Domain - www.digitaldomain.com --------------------------------------...

Jun 24, 2013•2 hr 26 min

Ep. 5 - Ben Hibon

This week we have the mighty Ben Hibon on board to discuss his career path and his creative journey to get there. We touch on topics of creativity, taste, talent, business, strategy, work life balance and achieving childhood dreams and goals. Ben's Website: www.statelessfilms.com Ben's Facebook: www.facebook.com/pages/Ben-Hibon/176769399000489 ------------------------------ Subscribe on iTunes: www.bit.ly/collectiveitunes Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/thecollectivepodcast Follow us on Tw...

Jun 18, 2013•2 hr 50 min

Ep. 4 - Dan Luvisi

This week we have the amazing Dan LuVisi - another self taught artist whose passion for drawing since 4 years old has brought him to where he is today, nevermind the adversity and the tough battles life threw his way, he came out clean on the other side. The outcome? The publishing of his first book "LMS" and a deal with Paramount for a feature film. Hear what he has to say about his childhood, learning the craft, and drive to succeed. Dan's Website: www.danluvisiart.com/ Dan's Facebook: www.fac...

Jun 18, 2013•2 hr 9 min

Ep. 3 - Danny Yount

A seasoned veteran in the title design world, Danny Yount, who is mostly self taught, and learned his craft under the tutelage of other mentors - joins us to discuss his life, early beginnings, ego, depression, and offers some advice to up and coming designers. Danny's Website: www.dannyyount.com Danny's Twitter: www.twitter.com/dannyyount ------------------------------ Subscribe on iTunes: http://www.bit.ly/collectiveitunes Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thecollectivepodcast Follo...

Jun 18, 2013•1 hr 43 min

Ep. 2 - GMUNK

Designer GMUNK joins us to discuss his early beginnings, commitment to art and design, psychedelics, inspiration, Chris Cunningham, Tron/Oblivion and "flavor" GMUNK’s Website: http://gmunk.com/ GMUNK’s Twitter: http://twitter.com/gmunk GMUNK’s Facebook: http://facebook.com/gmunkowitz ------------------------------ Subscribe on iTunes: http://www.bit.ly/collectiveitunes Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thecollectivepodcast Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thecpodcast ----...

Jun 18, 2013•2 hr 40 min

Ep. 1 - Anthony Scott Burns

Filmmaker Anthony Scott Burns discusses his background and thoughts on storytelling as well as filmmaking. Anthony's Vimeo: vimeo.com/pilotpriest NYC Styleframes Titles: vimeo.com/58856811 ------------------------------ Subscribe on iTunes: http://www.bit.ly/collectiveitunes Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thecollectivepodcast Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/thecpodcast ------------------------------ SHOW NOTES: Anthony’s short (Tron: Destiny): https://vimeo.com/249272...

Jun 18, 2013•2 hr 28 min

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