Visual artist Marcos Hernandez Chavez speaks with me about growing up split between cultures, the importance of authenticity in art, and how your environment shapes the lens through which you view the world. Links Visit Marcos' website Follow Marcos on Instagram Follow Follow The Creative Struggle on Instagram…

Graphic designer, Laura Ragusa, speaks with me about post-grad career uncertainty, moving from full-time to freelance, finding gigs, and context switching between freelance and mom responsibilities. Links Follow Laura on Instagram Visit Laura's website Visit Laura's Etsy shopPar Brandon Rechten, Laura Ragusa

Illustrator and visual storyteller, Katia Oloy, speaks with me about always saying “how can I be of service?” rediscovering her purpose and giving herself a second chance. Links Follow Katia on Instagram Visit Katia's website Check out Anxiety in Wonderland Visit crisistextline.orgPar Katia Oloy

Ceramics craftsman, Connor McGinn, speaks with me about his journey from the Peace Corps, to working in kitchens, to crafting custom plateware for restaurants, to opening a collaborative workspace for makers. Links Follow Connor on Instagram Visit Connor's website Follow Makers Central on Instagram Visit Makers Central's website…

I speak with art director and lettering artist, Danielle Evans, about feeling average in art school, finding her passion, having her style ripped-off, and the lessons learned along the way. LINKS Visit Danielle's Website Follow Danielle on Instagram Read Danielle's Articles on Medium Check out Danielle's Articles on Working Not Working…

After many months away from this project, I'm excited to announce that Season Two will be releasing on June 25th. Follow The Creative Struggle Instagram TwitterPar Brandon Rechten

Jazz pianist Mike Bond talks with me about the dangers of idolizing success and comparing yourself to other artists as well as about the importance of putting your creative curiosity first. Guest Bio Mike Bond started playing piano early, playing in Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall when he was just six years old. After competing classically for …

Leila Tadros speaks with me about the importance of collaboration, building up trust with your colleagues and managers, navigating the often political nature of corporate companies, and expanding your skillset. Links Visit Leila's leather goods website Follow Leila on InstagramPar Leila Tadros, Brandon Rechten

Matt Hill talks with me about an art project that spent nearly 15 years on the back burner before he picked it back up again. We talk about creative blocks and the fears and doubts we impose on ourselves and what can be done to combat them. Links Visit Matt's Website Follow Matt on Instagram Visit National Parks at Night's Website Follow National P…

Artist Alan Winslow talks to me about the research and thought process behind some of his interactive pieces, as well as discussing the time directly after graduating from college and some of the challenges associated with being a full-time artist. Links Visit Alan's Website Follow Alan on InstagramPar Brandon Rechten, Alan Winslow

Painter and illustrator Rupa DasGupta speaks with me about passion projects, not being defined by your day-job, the importance of mentorship, and being recognized for your worth. Links An Octopus a Day Website An Octopus a Day on Etsy An Octopus a Day on InstagramPar Brandon Rechten, Rupa DasGupta

Author Simon P. Clark talks with me about becoming a writer, some ins and outs of publishing, what it's like having a book (or two!) rejected and starting over from scratch. Links: Simon's websitePar Brandon Rechten, Simon P. Clark

The purpose of The Creative Struggle is to dive into the difficulties artists face by talking to those who've gone through them and have come out the other side. The Creative Struggle premiers May 30th. Follow The Creative Struggle Facebook Instagram TwitterPar Brandon Rechten