For Birgit Livesey, music is more than just a pastime—it's a guiding force in her life. Though she doesn’t play music, she immerses herself in it, dissecting its nuances and using it to inform her decisions. Birgit is dedicated to sharing how music can positively impact people's lives.

In this episode of Creativity: Uncovered, join us as we explore:

• Birgit’s creatively rich childhood
  
  
• Her realisation of being an introvert
  
  
• The link between introversion and music
  
  
• The transformative power of music
  
  
• How she uses music to process emotions
  
  
• Her unique approach to decision making through "downloads" inspired by music
  
  
• Insights into her podcast, The Living on the B Side

Tune in for an inspiring discussion on the profound influence of music on creativity and personal growth.

Happy listening!

xo Abi

P.S. For more information about this episode and our guest, head to: https://crispcomms.co/podcast-episodes/living-on-the-b-side-exploring-the-positive-impact-of-music/

Creativity: Uncovered is lovingly edited by the team at Crisp Communications.

Creativity: Uncovered is a registered Australian Trade Mark.

You never know where your creative journey will take you, but it pays to lean in.

My guest, Ally Murphy, believed her creative career had ended at age 20 after facing numerous acting rejections. Low on confidence and craving change, Ally pivoted to become a flight attendant. Fourteen years later, a chance encounter reignited her passion for the creative arts, leading her to reinvent herself as a voice actor, screen actor, and podcaster.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Ally's decision at age 11 to pursue acting
  
  
• The 90’s look and the accompanying body criticism
  
  
• The difference between being rejected and not being selected
  
  
• Her career transition to a flight attendant
  
  
• Her initial steps into voice acting
  
  
• How she rebuilt her creative career
  
  
• The nuances of voice acting versus screen acting
  
  
• Her podcast, The Red Eye
  
  
• Tune in for an inspiring conversation about resilience and rediscovery.

Happy listening!

xo Abi

P.S. For more information about this episode and our guest, head to: http://www.crispcomms.co/podcast-episodes/lean-into-the-journey-my-career-transformation

Creativity: Uncovered is lovingly edited by the team at Crisp Communications.

Creativity: Uncovered is a registered Australian Trade Mark.

Carol MacConnell's artistic journey is reminiscent of the old Goldilocks’ tale. As a professional artist, Carol experimented with various styles before discovering the one that resonated perfectly with her. Now thriving as a large-scale abstract artist, Carol reveals how following her heart led her to the ideal medium.

In this episode of Creativity: Uncovered, we delve into:

• Carol’s evolution from realism to abstraction, exploring many styles along the way
  
  
• The process of finding your unique artistic style
  
  
• Her passion for abstract art
  
  
• The reasons behind her focus on large-scale painting
  
  
• The importance of using themes to guide your art
  
  
• Strategies for overcoming artistic blocks
  
  

The resources Carol refers to in this episode are:

• The Creative Lifebook: Reflections On The Art Of Living A Fully Expressed Life
  
  
• ProCreate

Tune in for an inspiring conversation about the pursuit of artistic fulfilment and creative expression.

Happy listening!

xo Abi

P.S. For more information about this episode and our guest, head to: https://crispcomms.co/podcast-episodes/if-goldilocks-were-an-abstract-artist/

Creativity: Uncovered is lovingly edited by the team at Crisp Communications.

Creativity: Uncovered is a registered Australian Trade Mark.