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• Season 3 Finale: Reflections on Growth, Courage & Possibility 18.06.2026 19min

  Victoria reflects on the themes that emerged throughout Season 3, including self-trust, staying connected to your creative practice in small ways, expanding possibilities, and taking initiative. She shares why these ideas are deeply interconnected, offers encouragement for artists navigating uncertainty, and reflects on what it means to continue moving forward without having everything figured out. Victoria also shares updates on her 1:1 Mentorship Program, upcoming opportunities, and what's ahead for Season 4 of the podcast this September.To learn more about Victoria's 1:1 Mentorship Program, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/mentorshipTo access Victoria's signature Artist Statement & Bio workshop:visionaryartcollective.com/artist-statement-bio-workshopTo enroll in The Visionary Community, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/visionary-community-enrollVictoria J. Fry is a New York City–based painter, educator, curator, and founder of Visionary Art Collective, New Visionary Magazine, and Warnes Contemporary. She has supported thousands of artists through exhibitions, publications, and mentorship.Instagram: @visionaryartcollective / @warnescontemporary / @newvisionarymagNewsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
• Confidence, Self-Trust & Becoming Your Highest Self 11.06.2026 36min

  In this solo episode, Victoria explores the mindset shifts that have helped her build confidence over time, from taking ownership of her career and recognizing her unique strengths to cultivating self-trust and stepping into the highest version of herself. Through personal stories, practical exercises, and reflections on creative growth, this episode offers artists a roadmap for building confidence, navigating self-doubt, and moving forward with greater courage and clarity.To learn more about Victoria's 1:1 Mentorship Program, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/mentorshipTo access Victoria's signature Artist Statement & Bio workshop:visionaryartcollective.com/artist-statement-bio-workshopTo enroll in The Visionary Community, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/visionary-community-enrollVictoria J. Fry is a New York City–based painter, educator, curator, and founder of Visionary Art Collective, New Visionary Magazine, and Warnes Contemporary. She has supported thousands of artists through exhibitions, publications, and mentorship.Instagram: @visionaryartcollective / @warnescontemporary / @newvisionarymagNewsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
• The Key to Unlocking Artistic Success: Mindset & Strategy with Marina Granger 04.06.2026 40min

  In this insightful interview, Marina Granger, founder of the Artist Advisory, shares her expertise on building a sustainable art career through mindset, visibility, and strategic action. Discover practical tips, inspiring stories, and mental frameworks to elevate your art practice and career.Here’s what we discuss:The importance of mindset in building an art careerPractical strategies for artist visibility and gallery successThe role of confidence and mental resilience in art entrepreneurshipMarina Press Granger is the founder of The Artist Advisory™, a New York City–based consulting firm that provides strategic guidance to visual artists, galleries, and art-focused businesses. With nearly 15 years of experience in New York’s gallery and museum world, Granger has curated numerous exhibitions and art fair presentations. Her expertise blends analytical business insight—shaped by a BA and MA in Art History—with the Principles of Classical Chinese Feng Shui, which she integrates to support the growth and success of the creatives and organizations she works with. Granger’s work has been featured in Forbes, The Art Gorgeous, Art Zealous, Time Out New York, and more. Born in Kyiv, Ukraine, she has called New York home since 1991.Website: theartistadvisory.comIG: @theartistadvisoryMarina's Online Course: theartistadvisory.com/galleriesVisit our website: visionaryartcollective.comFollow us on Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymagJoin our newsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
• Storytelling, Curatorial Vision & Building Artistic Worlds with Jessica Libor 28.05.2026 33min

  In this episode, Victoria sits down with Philadelphia-based artist, curator, and founder of Era Contemporary, Jessica Libor, to discuss the creation of her immersive exhibition She in the Tower, the power of storytelling and mythology in curatorial practice, and the importance of building intentional artistic worlds that extend beyond the artwork itself. Together, they also dive into their upcoming Brooklyn pop-up exhibition The Midnight Garden, exploring themes of transformation, intuition, beauty, wildness, and the subconscious, while reflecting on artistic ambition, defining success on your own terms, and the importance of protecting time for creative practice.Here’s what we discuss:Jessica’s immersive exhibition She in the Tower and her process for curating experiential exhibitionsThe themes behind The Midnight Garden and how mythology, intuition, and transformation inform the exhibitionCreating artistic “worlds” through atmosphere, installation, storytelling, and communityDefining success on your own terms and building a sustainable creative lifeProtecting creative time, setting boundaries, and staying focused on long-term artistic goalsJessica Libor is a Philadelphia-based visual artist, curator, and founder/director of Era Contemporary. Through richly imagined figurative paintings, her work explores themes of feminine identity, storytelling, and personal mythology. Alongside her studio practice, Libor has curated a wide range of exhibitions through Era Contemporary, supporting artists working in imaginative and contemporary realism while creating immersive, thoughtfully curated experiences that foster visibility, connection, and dialogue within the arts community.Website: jessicalibor.com / eracontemporary.comIG: @jessicalibor / @eracontemporarySubmit to The Midnight Garden by May 31, 2026: visionaryartcollective.com/the-midnight-gardenSubmit to Lucent Waters by June 19, 2026: eracontemporary.com/open-call-guidelinesVisit our website: visionaryartcollective.comFollow us on Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymagJoin our newsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
• Letting Go of What Feels Safe in Your Art & Learning to Trust Yourself Again 21.05.2026 29min

  Victoria reflects on grief, artistic evolution, and the courage it takes to create work that feels emotionally honest. Following the unexpected loss of her aunt, she shares how grief has shifted her perspective on time, creativity, emotional capacity, and the importance of making work that feels true rather than simply safe. The episode explores fear, vulnerability, creative growth, boundaries, and what it means to trust yourself as your work begins to change and evolve.To learn more about Victoria's 1:1 Mentorship Program, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/mentorshipTo access Victoria's signature Artist Statement & Bio workshop:visionaryartcollective.com/artist-statement-bio-workshopTo enroll in The Visionary Community, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/visionary-community-enrollVictoria J. Fry is a New York City–based painter, educator, curator, and founder of Visionary Art Collective, New Visionary Magazine, and Warnes Contemporary. She has supported thousands of artists through exhibitions, publications, and mentorship.Instagram: @visionaryartcollective / @warnescontemporary / @newvisionarymagNewsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
• Meditation, Vulnerability & the Courage to Be Seen with Karen Fitzgerald 14.05.2026 45min

  Discover how meditation can deepen artistic practice, enhance emotional resilience, and foster authentic connections, as shared by visual artist Karen Fitzgerald. This episode explores the intersection of mindfulness and creativity, highlighting real stories and practical insights.Here’s what we discuss:Karen’s journey into meditation and its impact on her art and personal lifeHow meditation fuels clarity, courage, and authenticity in creative workIntroducing Studio Contemporary: a new platform connecting artists with collectors through studio visitsThe significance of values, intentionality, and community in artistic growthKaren Fitzgerald is an artist living in Maryland who is collected by individuals and institutions, exhibits here and there, and occasionally gets recognized for her efforts.  She spends her days speaking up and sharing her creative process with the public through her studio in Alexandria, Virginia.  With the aim of making art and artists a more substantive part of our world, Karen founded studio contemporary (studio C) in 2026, a platform that directly connects collectors with art they love by inviting them into artists’ studios. Website: karenfitzgeraldart.comIG: @karen.fitzgerald.artVisit our website: visionaryartcollective.comFollow us on Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymagJoin our newsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
• Why Artists Need Boundaries (and How to Actually Keep Them) 07.05.2026 33min

  Victoria shares an update on her 30 day drawing challenge and how consistent, daily “warm ups” have created more flow in her practice. She explores the importance of boundaries, how they differ from walls, and why they’re essential for protecting creative energy while still allowing connection. Victoria also reflects on her own boundaries and encourages artists to communicate them clearly, allowing for greater consistency, confidence, and long term growth.To learn more about Victoria's 1:1 Mentorship Program, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/mentorshipTo access Victoria's signature Artist Statement & Bio workshop:visionaryartcollective.com/artist-statement-bio-workshopTo enroll in The Visionary Community, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/visionary-community-enrollVictoria J. Fry is a New York City–based painter, educator, curator, and founder of Visionary Art Collective, New Visionary Magazine, and Warnes Contemporary. She has supported thousands of artists through exhibitions, publications, and mentorship.Instagram: @visionaryartcollective / @warnescontemporary / @newvisionarymag Newsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
• Cultivating a Creative Practice Rooted in Freedom, Intuition & Play with Jill McDougall 30.04.2026 39min

  Jill McDougall shares her approach to creating from a place of intuition, play, and creative freedom. Discover how slowing down, embracing imperfection, and reconnecting with childlike curiosity can transform your creative practice.Here’s what we discuss:1. Returning to childlike play as a creative necessity2. Building self-trust and following intuition in the studio3. Letting go of perfectionism and embracing the full process4. The role of mindfulness, observation, and slowing down5. Jill’s Create Every Day in May creative freedom challengeJill McDougall is a mixed media artist based in Northwest Washington. Through collage, photography, and layered materials, she explores abstraction and the creative process, sharing her insights through her Substack and artist interviews.Website: jillmcdougall.com/Instagram: @jillmcdougallartSubstack: jillinspire.substack.com/Visit our website: visionaryartcollective.comFollow us on Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymagJoin our newsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
• Why I’m Prioritizing 1:1 Mentorship for Artists 24.04.2026 18min

  In this episode, Victoria shares why she’s pausing her online group programs to focus on her 1:1 mentorship, offering a more personalized and strategic approach to supporting artists. She reflects on the value of individualized guidance in building momentum, refining a cohesive body of work, and aligning materials with meaningful opportunities. While she continues to teach through guest lectures and may return to group programs in the future, her current focus is on working closely with artists through one-on-one support, with a limited number of mentorship spots opening this summer.To learn more about Victoria's 1:1 Mentorship Program, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/mentorshipTo access Victoria's signature Artist Statement & Bio workshop:visionaryartcollective.com/artist-statement-bio-workshopTo enroll in The Visionary Community, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/visionary-community-enrollVictoria J. Fry is a New York City–based painter, educator, curator, and founder of Visionary Art Collective, New Visionary Magazine, and Warnes Contemporary. She has supported thousands of artists through exhibitions, publications, and mentorship.Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymagNewsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
• Aligning Your Materials with Higher-Level Opportunities 23.04.2026 25min

  In this episode, Victoria shares a quick studio update on her 30 day drawing challenge and offers practical guidance for refreshing your artist materials this spring. She explores how your website, social media, and artist statement impact the opportunities available to you and why alignment matters. Throughout the episode, she discusses building consistency in your creative practice, making it easier to show up without perfection, refreshing your website, Instagram, and artist statement, aligning your materials with your goals, and thinking from the perspective of curators and galleries. The key takeaway is that your materials should reflect the level of opportunity you are seeking, and your action step is to review your materials and ask yourself, would I feel ready if my ideal opportunity came my way today.To learn more about Victoria's 1:1 Mentorship Program, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/mentorshipTo access Victoria's signature Artist Statement & Bio workshop:visionaryartcollective.com/artist-statement-bio-workshopTo enroll in The Visionary Community, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/visionary-community-enrollVictoria J. Fry is a New York City–based painter, educator, curator, and founder of Visionary Art Collective, New Visionary Magazine, and Warnes Contemporary. She has supported thousands of artists through exhibitions, publications, and mentorship.Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymagNewsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
• When You Feel Behind: A Small Powerful Shift Forward 16.04.2026 20min

  In this short solo episode, Victoria shares a simple yet powerful mindset shift to help artists move out of scarcity and into a more solution-oriented way of thinking. She reflects on showing up imperfectly and reminds us that growth comes from doing what we can with what we have. She explores how scarcity can show up around time, money, opportunities, and feeling “behind,” and offers a grounding question to reframe those thoughts: What opportunities might already be around me that I haven’t claimed yet, and what is one small step I can take today to move forward? This episode encourages artists to focus on what’s within their control and build momentum through consistent, intentional action.To learn more about Victoria's 1:1 Mentorship Program, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/mentorshipTo access Victoria's signature Artist Statement & Bio workshop:visionaryartcollective.com/artist-statement-bio-workshopTo enroll in The Visionary Community, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/visionary-community-enrollVictoria J. Fry is a New York City–based painter, educator, curator, and founder of Visionary Art Collective, New Visionary Magazine, and Warnes Contemporary. She has supported thousands of artists through exhibitions, publications, and mentorship.Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymagNewsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
• Navigating Comparison & Releasing the “Not Enough” Mindset 09.04.2026 22min

  In this episode, Victoria shares an honest and grounding perspective on comparison and the feeling of not being “enough” as an artist, reminding us that these thoughts are universal but don’t have to define how we move forward. She explores how comparison is often a reflection of how we see ourselves, how the feeling of not being enough doesn’t disappear with success, and how we can reframe these moments into clarity around what we truly want. This episode is a powerful reminder to honor your own timeline, take action even when you don’t feel ready, and return to your own work as a way to reconnect with your path.To learn more about Victoria's 1:1 Mentorship Program, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/mentorshipTo access Victoria's signature Artist Statement & Bio workshop:visionaryartcollective.com/artist-statement-bio-workshopTo enroll in The Visionary Community, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/visionary-community-enrollVictoria J. Fry is a New York City–based painter, educator, curator, and founder of Visionary Art Collective, New Visionary Magazine, and Warnes Contemporary. She has supported thousands of artists through exhibitions, publications, and mentorship.Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymagNewsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
• Taking Initiative & Expanding Possibilities in Your Art Career 02.04.2026 21min

  Victoria discusses the importance of taking full responsibility for your art career and thinking creatively about how to create your own opportunities. She shares how artists can shift from waiting to be chosen to actively building visibility and momentum through outreach, alignment, and initiative. This episode also includes updates on Warnes Contemporary’s recent success at the Affordable Art Fair and her 1:1 mentorship program.To learn more about Victoria's 1:1 Mentorship Program, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/mentorshipTo access Victoria's signature Artist Statement & Bio workshop:visionaryartcollective.com/artist-statement-bio-workshopTo enroll in The Visionary Community, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/visionary-community-enrollVictoria J. Fry is a New York City–based painter, educator, curator, and founder of Visionary Art Collective, New Visionary Magazine, and Warnes Contemporary. She has supported thousands of artists through exhibitions, publications, and mentorship.Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymagNewsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
• Creating Meaningful Change Through Art & Community with Deborah Chi 26.03.2026 38min

  Deborah Chi, a public arts curator and founder of Creative Bond, shares her inspiring journey of community building through art in Brooklyn's Gowanus neighborhood. Discover how her initiatives foster belonging, support artists, and create impactful collaborations that transform neighborhoods.Here’s what we discuss:Creative Bond's mission and community impactCollaborations with local organizations like Powerhouse Arts and Van Alen InstituteThe role of art in fostering neighborhood belongingDeborah Chi's personal journey as an artist and community leader.Deborah Chi is a Brooklyn-based educator and artist. She has academic degrees in art (BFA), philosophy, theology & ethics (MTS, STM), and in policy (MPA). Her interest is in the intersection of the arts, ethics, aesthetics, social justice and community organizing.Website: stlydias.orgIG: @deborahchi_artVisit our website: visionaryartcollective.comFollow us on Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymagJoin our newsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
• Where Memory Meets Form: Stillness & Expansion with Janne Reuss 19.03.2026 41min

  In this episode, Victoria sits down with Mexican-born, Toronto-based artist Janne Reuss to explore her layered, introspective practice rooted in memory, home, and identity. Janne shares how her process combines photography, collage, and installation, using both physical and digital layering to build complex, dreamlike imagery. Working in long-term series, she reflects on how revisiting the same themes over time allows for deeper understanding and expansion. They discuss the value of art fairs as spaces for connection and insight, and how conversations with viewers can shape an artist’s direction. Janne also speaks about the role of reflection in her practice, and how staying deeply connected to her ideas has helped her evolve her work across scale and medium.Key TakeawaysLayering can function as both a material technique and a conceptual framework.Working in series allows artists to deepen and evolve a single idea over time.Expanding across mediums, including installation, can open new perspectives within a practice.Reflection plays a crucial role in gaining clarity and direction as an artist.Mindset and self-trust are essential in supporting creative growth and taking risks.A thoughtful conversation on building a practice that evolves from within, one layer at a time.Janne Reuss, born and raised in Mexico City and now based in Toronto, Canada, is a multidisciplinary artist with over two decades of professional experience. She has lived, worked, and exhibited internationally, with five solo exhibitions and numerous group shows across Mexico, the United States, Germany, Italy, and Canada.Her work has been featured in multiple juried exhibitions, earning recognition including a Best in Show award. In 2020–2021, she completed residencies at Akin x Collision Gallery and the Akin Studio Program at MOCA Toronto, culminating in her solo exhibition Rewriting the Story, a series of overpainted photomontages.Reuss has participated in the Artist Project Contemporary Art Fair in Toronto in 2024 and 2025, and was invited to return in 2026. She studied Fine Arts at the Academy of Art & Design in Stuttgart and Art History in Mexico. Working across photography, collage, and painting, her practice explores memory, identity, and the imprint of lived experience.Her work is held in public and private collections, including the Donovan Art Collection at St. Michael’s College (Canada) and the Municipal Gallery of Ostfildern (Germany), and she is currently represented by Petroff Gallery in Toronto.Website: @jannereussIG: artjanne.comVisit our website: visionaryartcollective.comFollow us on Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymagJoin our newsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
• Abstraction, Motherhood & the Emotional Depth of Drawing with Jalena Hay 12.03.2026 46min

  In this insightful interview, artist Jalena Hay shares her creative journey, the emotional depth behind her layered drawings, and how she balances her art practice with her life as a mother in New York City. Discover how residencies, personal experiences, and bold experimentation have shaped her unique style.Here’s what we discuss:1. Jalena’s artistic evolution from portraiture to abstraction2. The influence of personal experiences and heritage on her work3. The role of residencies in artistic growth4. Balancing motherhood, full-time work, and art practiceJalena’s practice is all about taking control of the chaos. Her work layers Pen, Ink, Gouache, Pastel and Colored Pencil to create intricate compositions that don’t just ask for your attention—they demand it. These compositions evoke a tension between abstraction and emotion, where every mark becomes part of a larger exploration of themes such as impermanence, resilience, and interconnectedness. Jalena Hay was born and raised in Southern California before moving to New York City to study Drawing and Printmaking at Pratt Institute. Her passion for printmaking took her to Amsterdam, where she dove deep into lithography, pushing the boundaries of line, texture and form.Website: jalenahay.com IG: @jalena.hayVisit our website: visionaryartcollective.comFollow us on Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymagJoin our newsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
• Amplifying Women's Voices Through Art with Vivian Cavalieri 05.03.2026 34min

  In this episode, Victoria interviews visual artist Vivian Cavalieri, who discusses her impactful work focusing on women's rights and social justice, particularly in relation to her exhibition at the Military Women's Memorial. Vivian shares her inspirations, the importance of storytelling through art, and how her background as an attorney influences her artistic practice. The conversation delves into the significance of women's contributions during World War II and the ongoing relevance of these stories today.Here’s what we discuss:Exploring Women’s Rights through artThe impact of research on artistic practiceThe evolution of assemblage as a mediumConnecting the past and the present with the roles in women in historyAbout Vivian-Vivian Cavalieri is a visual artist with a studio on Chincoteague Island, Virginia. Her three-dimensional miniature scenes prompt conversations on a range of global issues including immigration, climate change, and social justice. Cavalieri’s first solo exhibition took place in January-February 2025.  Her second solo show runs from November 2025-May 2026 at the Military Women's Memorial at Arlington National Cemetery.  Her work has appeared in numerous group exhibitions in the US and abroad. Six of her assemblages were included in WOVEN 2023, curated by Ciara Hambly of the Hambly & Hambly Gallery in Northern Ireland.  Following six weeks at the Sasse Museum in Los Angeles, the exhibit travelled to France where filmmaker Lara Laigneau produced a documentary on it.  In 2024, she received the Boynes Monthly Artist Award for December and was short-listed for the John Richardson French Residency Award.  In 2025, she was shortlisted for the 2025 Women United Art Prize and longlisted for the 2025 Visual Art Open.Website: viviancavalieri.comIG: @vc_artworks_Visit our website: visionaryartcollective.comFollow us on Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymagJoin our newsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
• Approaching Galleries as an Empowered Artist: What You Need to Know 26.02.2026 26min

  In this episode, Victoria shares insights from a recent guest lecture on working with galleries, offering a clear and empowering perspective on how artists can navigate gallery relationships today. She discusses the importance of building a cohesive body of work, developing professional materials, cultivating relationships, and maintaining independence while pursuing representation. Rather than waiting to be chosen, artists are encouraged to focus on alignment, consistency, and long-term momentum, remembering that strong careers attract the right gallery partnerships.To book a 1:1 Strategy Session with Victoria (limited availability) visit:https://www.visionaryartcollective.com/services/p/11-strategy-session-with-victoria-j-fry-45-minTo learn more about Victoria's 1:1 Mentorship Program, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/mentorshipTo access Victoria's signature Artist Statement & Bio workshop:visionaryartcollective.com/artist-statement-bio-workshopTo enroll in The Visionary Community, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/visionary-community-enrollVictoria J. Fry is a New York City–based painter, educator, curator, and founder of Visionary Art Collective, New Visionary Magazine, and Warnes Contemporary. She has supported thousands of artists through exhibitions, publications, and mentorship.Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymagNewsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
• The Power of Grounded Ambition: Reaffirm, Release & Let Inquiry Lead 19.02.2026 25min

  In this episode, Victoria reflects on a reminder to “reaffirm the moments we’ve already had” and connects it to the way artists often focus on what’s next instead of acknowledging how far they’ve come. She shares how sorting through past work and recording guiding questions in the studio helped her feel more connected to her evolving botanical and butterfly series. Victoria explores the difference between grounded ambition and desperate ambition, reminding listeners that scarcity is often perceptual and rooted in feeling behind. She encourages artists to pause, name their wins, let inquiry guide their practice, and trust that even in quieter seasons, they are still artists.To learn more about Victoria's 1:1 Mentorship Program, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/mentorshipTo access Victoria's signature Artist Statement & Bio workshop:visionaryartcollective.com/artist-statement-bio-workshopTo register for Victoria's upcoming webinar at Salmagundi, visit:https://salmagundi.org/2026-from-studio-to-gallery/To learn more about The Visionary Community, visit:visionaryartcollective.com/visionary-community-enrollVictoria J. Fry is a New York City–based painter, educator, curator, and founder of Visionary Art Collective, New Visionary Magazine, and Warnes Contemporary. She has supported thousands of artists through exhibitions, publications, and mentorship.Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymagNewsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter
• Awakening Your Creative Practice Through Mindfulness & Presence with James McCrae 12.02.2026 44min

  In this episode, Victoria speaks with James McCrae, an author, poet, and teacher who explores the intersection of creativity and mindfulness. They discuss James's journey as a creative, the importance of community in nurturing artistic expression, and the philosophy behind his initiative, Sunflower Club. The conversation delves into overcoming creative blocks, the healing power of creativity, and the release of vulnerability in sharing one's art. James also shares insights from his latest book, 'The Art of You,' which emphasizes the balance between the spiritual and practical aspects of creativity.Here’s what we discuss:The challenge societal expectations can pose for artists, and how to overcome themHow to find time for art with a busy schedule and navigating creative blocksHow Engaging with new experiences can refill creative inspirationMeditation and mindfulness practices to enhance creativityAbout James - James McCrae is a poet and teacher at the intersection of creativity and mindfulness.As the founder of Sunflower Club, a global creative community, he helps writers, artists and entrepreneurs embody their authentic voice and higher purpose. He is a regular speaker and workshop facilitator at events and retreats around the world. A former Madison Avenue brand strategist, James has helped numerous companies define their message and mission. James lives in Austin TX, where he hosts regular open mic nights.Website: jamesmccrae.comIG: @wordsarevibrationsVisit our website: visionaryartcollective.comFollow us on Instagram: @visionaryartcollective + @newvisionarymagJoin our newsletter: visionaryartcollective.com/newsletter