Atelier Podcast

Gerringong based sculptore and painter Brigita Hammel was born in Czechoslovakia where she studied the most prestigious ceramic art school in Bechyne and we even have a friend in common! It's a small world. When working in Prague Brigita fell in love with her Australian husband and did the bold move to Australia with baby and little English. Very brave move for love!In this first part we are talking about:- Cultural roots and changing countries- Brigita's relationship with land and creative process- Studying sculpture in Australia and continuing the creative journey- The power of solitude Don't forget to stay tuned for the 2nd part!https://www.facebook.com/Brigita-Hammell-790050927684258/

I had the honor of talking to Darwin-based artist Joshua Bonson, the winner of the Togart Contemporary Art Award, an annual prize recognising Northern Territory art as well as the Telstra National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art Award (NATSIAA).Joshua has been involved in various art organisations within the local community including Darwin Visual Arts Association, GRIND Youth Paper, Centre for Contemporary Art, CDU Visual Arts and the Darwin Festival. Within the Darwin Visual Arts Association and the Darwin Festival, he has also assisted local artists to hang their exhibitions, and provided advice to young emerging artists to improve their ideas and art practice with the hope to encourage them to enter the national market.The list of his practice and achievements goes on and on but what I discussed mainly with young talented Joshua was story of his creativity, the cultural connection and significance behind his vivid abstract paintings. My curiousity sparked when I saw an article in Nowra news where he talks about his crocodile skin inspired work ( his totem) and the way his work links closely with spirituality and stories of land. Utterly inspiring and refreshing!- Are you curious what a true creative freedoms feels like?- What is like for a young Aboroginal artist to find his cultural and creative identity?- Story of the stollen generation and the misconceptions of beautiful Aboriginal culture.- Succesfull and famous, what's next?

I was so excited about interview with Dimitri Weber to discuss the story behind his Goldfield & Banks luxury perfume house for the curious explorer! My curiosity sparked when I came across an ad in the South Coast Style Magazine for perfume inspired by the South Coast and the sea spray and I thought to myslef " what a brilliant idea". Listenig to Dimitris's love and appreciation of Australian nature was really humbling. Being a migrant myself and knowing many other migrants over the last 20 years I've noticed that appreciation of the raw Australian nature is a choice. The story and celebration of each perfume individualy crafted to inspire travel in Australia and having the essence of Australia with you anywhere you go is really something! In this delicious interview we've discussed: - Dimitri's background in big international perfume houses and his European life. What inspires him? - How love brought him to Australia's shores. - The story of Australia's botanics worth celebrating and sharing with the world. - The birth of a scent from an idea to perfectly presented luxury packaging. - What it takes to turn a dream into reality and internationally to exclusive outlets, celebrities and clients who apprecite the art behing this sophisticated perfume house. You can check out beautiful Goldfield & Banks here: https://goldfieldandbanks.com/

Jane Gerrish is a Sydney based artist specialising in beautifully intimate pencil drawings and still lives. I've discovered Jane's work in Bungendore on Mother's day in one of the galleries while looking for a warm cafe in the freezing cold and felt instantly captivated by the depth and sweetness of her work. It was delightful to follow the display and getting lost in its whimsical nature because I'm used to seeing an individual pieces of work rather than a story. The attention to detail and love make her artwork totally adorable and different. In this interview we've talked about Jane's career in fashion as a young designer and travelling the world with her little sketch pad. The creative processes and the importance of research. Staying in the creative flow and connected to the work. What inspires and nourishes Jane. Passion for art and bringing beautifully illuminated stories to life. Here is Jane's instagram for you to see her work. https://www.instagram.com/janegerrish/ If you live around Cabberra the Still Light exhibition is still on at the Suki & Hugh gallery. http://www.sukihugh.com.au/

Welcome to another episode  with Matthew Patti back in the studio to discuss the importance of standing alone in the crowd, standing out and deciding to be yourself. As basic this concept sounds we all know how hard and confranting being different maight be!Are you standing alone and standing for something?If not tune in and get inspired to step into your greatness.

VISION, WHY In this episode we are discussig with Matthew Patti the importance of vison you have for your project or business and knowing your why, because the clarity will determin how fast and efficiently you'll get to your goals. There is so much to this particular part of creative process and should be considered before movig to the next stage.Confidence comes from clarity and experience. In most creative endeavours the biggest challenge is to have the conficence in self and the project before the excution stage, there is no doubt about it. So how do you get to your inner peace and flow?Tune in and join the conversation Petra

Gunter is an amazing artist living an hour from the Capital of Australia in his beautiful large red studio and whimsical sculpted garden where art is on every step. I have interviewed Gunter in 2017 about his story of a great passion and love for his art and his humble beginnigs of coming to Australia as a chef. Gunter is the proof that you can be anything you want to be as he started with his own art style, untrained and painting on the Sydney streets using it as a gallery. Everything elese folowed and soon art become his life. I love Gunter's story of courage and being a real bohemian.

Welcome to the interview with Hollie B from Institute for Self Crafting. Hollie is a dear friend of mine and talking to her is always a pleasure. This interview was recorded in the caravan Montessori class room for her homeschooling a totally amazing small version of a Montessori classroom! Well this should give you an idea what an amazing human Hollie is. Her activities range from working with women, red tent for women and young girls, holistic wellness consulting, counseling and lately the self defense classes she runs in Braidwood for Women and kids. Hollie is a double black belt, lives off grit with her family at dreamy bush property and is self sufficient as much as possible. I felt touched be the creative way Hollie lives her life and contributes to her community with her warmth, generosity and insight. In this interview we’ve discussed:- What Hollie does in depth.- The new counseling part integrated in Hollie’s existing work and addition of working with men.- The importance of mental health and main causes for imbalance.- Natural movement and flexibility.- Exercise, women’s cycle and what’s healthy to maintain energy.On her page bellow you can see various products and publications by Hollie and check out her upcoming events.   http://instituteforselfcrafting.com/petra-offer/

Welcome, in this episode we have discussed the importance of purpose and the two sides - the altruistic and selfish. There is much talk on the internet about purpose where everyone brings their own flavour but perrsonally I find the altruistic & selfish formula most attractive. What I've really enjoyed in our conversation with Matthew was the rawness and honesty he always brings to the table and the depth he's willing to go to. You might think of this topic being too woo woo however eveyone has their own deep purpose when starting a business so join us discussing - Altruistic & Selfish and finding the balance.- Why is important to have a 90 day plan. - To review compare to no review approach and how it affects the productivity. - How to move more efficintly forward with clarity and flow.Tune in and leave a comment if something grabs you!

Welcome to the interview with Hollie B from Institute for Self Crafting. Hollie is a dear friend of mine and talking to her is always a pleasure. This interview was recorded in the caravan Montessori class room for her homeschooling a totally amazing small version of a Montessori classroom! Well this should give you an idea what an amazing human Hollie is. Her activities range from working with women, red tent for women and young girls, holistic wellness consulting, counseling and lately the self defense classes she runs in Braidwood for Women and kids. Hollie is a double black belt, lives off grit with her family at dreamy bush property and is self sufficient as much as possible. I felt touched be the creative way Hollie lives her life and contributes to her community with her warmth, generosity and insight. In this interview we’ve discussed:- What Hollie does in depth.- The new counseling part integrated in Hollie’s existing work and addition of working with men.- The importance of mental health and main causes for imbalance.- Natural movement and flexibility.- Exercise, women’s cycle and what’s healthy to maintain energy.On her page bellow you can see various products and publications by Hollie and check out her upcoming events.http://instituteforselfcrafting.com/in…/

Here is an interview with my first artist Tony Steel a Canberra based sculptor on creativity, travel, life and how to maintain the balance in the marathon a creative’s life.Tony’s work is to be found all over Canberra now in places of cultural and historical significance like Bushfire memorial and meeting place with an aboriginal significance.Interestingly Tony loves using his art as a healing modality working at local community centers, Potter’s society and various schools as well as group of an indigenous youth boys. Hearing him talking about it with so much compassion and care was really refreshing and uplifting.If you are interested what it takes to stay in art over 30 years and loving every day tune in.

I've caught up with Matthew Patti the creator and founder at the Practitioner Leadership Academy to take you you on the journey from birth of an idea to execution and financial reward as a creative enterpreneur. This episode covers Ideas and how the importance of treating them as a fragile creations. We've discussed where ideas come from, why surrender with people who are on your team and heaps more.

Welcome to another episode of Atelier TV this time with Matthew Towner a Byron Bay based travel writer, adventurer and life lover. Matthew was introduced to me by a mutual friend and I feel very grateful to have a little window into his life story and what lights him up. Matt's story is full of wonderlust, travelling, gem smuggling and a bike accident which he miraculously survived while being overseas. Now the creative bit is where Matthew travelled to Frankfurt book fair and approached all possible publishers to have his outrageous story published and where he got the deal for Abroad, Broke & Busted book distributed internationally. Since the first book was such a big hit Matthew conttinued with his writing and Crazy Sh*t Asia was born, you can check them out on link below. In this fun and lighthearted interview we have talked about: - What Matthew does these days and projects he's working on. - From Australia to USA, Europe and Asia on wild journey of smuggling gems and living for 10 years in a bus. - Matthew's story of becoming an internationally published author and involving others in his Travellers tales from around the world. - Living in Byron Bay and his TV project and podcast celebrating local culture. - The importance of living creatively and using your gifts. I love Matthew's enthusiasm for life and seing thigs with humour because we all should be able to laugh at ourselves more! http://www.matttowner.com/      

Welcome to another episode of ABC for Creatives this time with Alan Stevens an International Profiler and Communication Specialist on discussing tips and strategies for personal and working life. Alan has a vast experinces with individuals, companies, police force and lately schools working with teachers on how to read their students better and pick up a mental health issues. I love following Alan's daily short tips on how to understand your kids, make a bigger impact with your business, spot a liar, make the right impression and heaps more on his FB page, Alan does a dating tips as well! What if you could bring clarity to every single relationship in your life and take the strain out of home and working environment? In this interview we have discussed: - What Alan actually does and how cool his international work is. - Understanding how people work. - Knowing yourself for good relationships in your life. - Alan's tips for creative entrepreneurs. You can connect with Alan and check out his cool program on how to read people here: http://www.alanstevens.com.au/

This week I've caught up with Kerrie Atherton trauma and addictions recovery counsellor, founder of Stories of Hope to discuss the roots of addictive behavior, alcohol consumption and its role to help with social acceptance. I've interviewed Kerrie last year for my Life Rocks podcast where we talked about her own incredible life story of overcoming addictions and how she gives back with her love and passion to the community. Creatives are known for their sensitivity, maybe this is the message you need to hear? Here is what we've discussed: - Stories of Hope- Addictive behaviour. - How to take your power back.- Self care - mental health check.- Alcohol and social acceptance- female entrepreneurs.- Tips for creatives how to overcome self-doubt. Stories of hope are a regular event so if you are interested in participating just contact Kerrie to sahe your story in a safe non-jundgmental space.