In this episode, I sit down with Jenna Alexander, a St. Augustine-based artist known for capturing the quiet beauty of everyday moments through portraiture, florals, and coastal-inspired collections. From the soft curves of oyster shells to the golden light on a magnolia leaf, Jenna’s work celebrates simplicity, texture, and connection.

We talk about:

• How Jenna built a thriving art business rooted in personal storytelling

• The creative inspiration she finds in Florida’s coast, light, and lifestyle

• Balancing motherhood and creativity while staying true to your artistic voice

• Her most popular series

• How she approaches new mediums, from gouache to photography, and cultivates long-term growth as an artist

Whether you're a working artist, a creative entrepreneur, or just craving some fresh inspiration, Jenna’s grounded perspective and artistic journey will leave you encouraged and ready to look at the everyday a little differently.

🎨 Explore her work: jenna-alexander.com, https://www.instagram.com/jennaalexanderstudio/
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In this episode, I chat with multidisciplinary artist Ellen Mote, whose creative journey spans continents, mediums, and deeply personal themes. From growing up in Lagos, Nigeria to building a successful jewelry business and returning to painting after motherhood, Ellen’s story is one of resilience, reinvention, and reclaiming permission to create without limits.

We explore:

• The limiting beliefs Ellen overcame to pursue her art

• Her transition from metalsmithing to large-scale abstract painting

• How her paintings of the female form reflect identity, motherhood, and imperfection

• The power of narrative in marketing art—and the moment she realized her story mattered

• How she uses tools like a creative “bingo card” to stay focused and inspired

This conversation is for any artist questioning their path or struggling to fit into one box. Ellen shows us how embracing multidimensional creativity—and telling the truth behind your work—can lead to the most authentic and fulfilling art practice.

Learn more about Ellen on her website and Instagram: https://ellenmoteart.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ellenmote/

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In this episode, I sit down with Charleston-based artist and designer Lia Burke Libaire, whose creative path has taken her from the world of high-end interior design in New York to a thriving full-time art practice in the South. Lia shares how she transitioned from designing spaces to creating original artwork and launching her textile company, Brier and Byrd.

We talk about:

• Her evolution as an artist after 12 years in interior design

• How she balances fine art with product design

• Getting featured in Vogue, Brides, and Garden & Gun

• Selling her work on platforms like Moda Operandi, Chairish, and Artstar

• What it means to build a creative business on your own terms

Lia’s story is an inspiring reminder that there’s no single path to success in the art world—just your own.

Shop her work: https://www.liaburkelibaire.com/ https://www.instagram.com/liaburkelibaire/

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