Welcome to first episode in the Summer Series, with Liverpool-based artist and educator, David Washington. In this episode, David reflects on his career as a Design and Technology teacher, the pitfalls of parenting, and how his art has helped him to navigate some incredibly difficult times in his life, including the loss of his dad. David also discusses his upcoming art exhibition, the significance of Glastonbury and the importance of being creative as family. ...and yes, that is a dog in the background! For more information about the giveaway, head to my Instagram page to enter to win David's stunning painting 'The Muse of Intuition'. Good luck!Thank you for listening.Stay wild xDavid Washington (@davidwashington.art) • Instagram photos and videosIf you, or someone you know, need support to cope with the loss of a loved one, know that you're not alone and that there's help available. You can call the Samaritans on 116 123Copyright 2024 Lucy Colgan Lucy Colgan Remember to subscribe, share and leave a review on Apple Music or Spotify to help support the show. You can also make a one-off donation: Support The Wilderness of Creativity Mentioned in this episode:The Muse of Intuition The Artist's Way

Meet dance artist, activist, and the Artistic Director of Doodle Dance, Jo Cone. In this episode, Jo reflects on her remarkable 25 year career working within the dance industry, the process of writing her book 'Making a Move' in collaboration with dance specialists Louise Jaggard and Claire Pring, and her current inquiries through Doodle Dance and the Primary School Dance Network. Key takeaways:The challenges and opportunities of working freelanceThe importance of creativity and dance within early years and primary educationGood examples of practice and how creativity can be integrated in schoolsIf you like what you hear, remember to subscribe, share and leave a review to help other creatives find the show. Until next time,Stay wild xCopyright 2024 Lucy Colgan Lucy Colgan Find out more about Doodle Dance by visiting the website: https://doodledance.org.uk/The Primary School Dance Network is a group for anyone teaching dance to children of a Primary School age. Any style. Any venue. Everyone welcome! This network is a platform to discuss issues, share ideas and feel connected with other people doing the same thing as you! Click here to join the group: Primary School Dance Network | Facebook 30 dance plans with hints and tips to enable successful, creative dance lessons: https://primaryschooldance.co.uk/making-a-move-dance-book/ You can also support the show by making a one-off donation here: Support The Wilderness of Creativity Get in touch! Follow me on Facebook and InstagramConnect with me on LinkedIn: Lucy ColganYou can email me with any questions or feedback about the show: thewildernessofcreativity@outlook.comMentioned in this episode:Making your MarkDid you know that you can now support the show by making a one-off donation? Follow the link in the show notes to find out how and why your contribution helps to grow and shape the show. Thank you

Over the last 20 years, Stacey Moon-Tracy has worked in a variety of educational and community settings as a freelance drama workshop leader, university lecturer, playwright and director. She is currently in the final stages of completing her PhD at Coventry University, where she has focused on using playwriting as Arts Based Practice to explore the COVID-19 experiences and ethical dilemmas of ICU Nurses. Her latest work, 'Critical Care', is an act of care towards nurses and a way of amplifying their experiences for a wider audience.Stacey has recently received Arts Council England funding and is working towards developing a full stage production of the play. This episode is dedicated to all those working within our NHS. Thank you for everything you have done and continue to do.Until next time,Stay wild x Copyright 2024 Lucy Colgan Listen to The Wilderness of Creativity Twitter:@StaceyMoonTrac2/ @CCPlayscriptInstagram: Stacey Moon-Tracy (@staceymoontracy) • Instagram photos and videosEmail: staceymariemoon@hotmail.co.uk & tracys@coventry.ac.uk Nonsuch Studios - Nottingham's Independent Theatre, Creative Venue & Arts CharityFor more information about the Write Track competition please visit Palace Theatre – Mansfield Palace TheatreCheck out New PerspectivesGet in touch! Follow me on Facebook and InstagramConnect with me on LinkedIn: Lucy ColganYou can email me with any questions or feedback about the show: thewildernessofcreativity@outlook.com

Join first time podcast host, Lucy Colgan, as she tentatively wanders through The Wilderness of Creativity! Discover what the wilderness is, why she has decided to venture into the unknown and consider what taking the road less travelled really means to you.Follow The Wilderness of Creativity on Facebook and Instagram: The Wilderness of Creativity (@the_wildernessofcreativity) • Instagram photos and videosSubscribe, like, share and leave a review to support the show. Thank you for listening,Stay wild xthe-wilderness-of-creativity.captivate.fmA huge thank you to Sarah McDowell (@sarahmcduk) • Instagram photos and videosCheck out: The SEO Mindset Podcast (@seomindsetpod) • Instagram photos and videosLyrebird Studios (@lyrebird.studios) • Instagram photos and videos Links to useful resources referenced in this episodeGift Republic You Got this! 100 Inspirational Quote Cards | Temptation GiftsWhat Is Creativity? Defining the Skill of the Future - CreativeLive Blog - Creative ideas emerge in many situations, careers, hobbies, and works. But what exactly is creativity?What are the Stages of Creativity? | IxDF - Graham Wallas was the first to create an overview of a creative process back in 1926. As you can imagine, lots of iterations have emerged since then. Some of these theories describe a creative process of 4, 5 or 6 stages. But essentially, nothing has changed.This episode is dedicated to all those who have experienced miscarriage and baby loss.

Welcome to The Wilderness of Creativity - a platform for creatives and aspiring entrepreneurs to share their stories of survival.How can we cultivate creativity and protect our time, energy and space more effectively in a world that's full of noise and distractions? Can creativity be used as a tool to navigate the highs and lows of life and help us to show up more authentically within our work, personal projects and relationships?Tune in every month to discover how my guests pursue their creative ventures in a world that never stops buzzing! You can find us on Facebook and Instagram, so come and join our creative community. Subscribe and listen for free on your favourite podcast platform and if you like what we do, please share and leave a review to show your support. Thank you for listening,Stay wild xCheck out: the-wilderness-of-creativity.captivate.fmFacebookThe Wilderness of Creativity (@the_wildernessofcreativity) • Instagram photos and videos