This blog is a space for embracing CURIOSITY, being CAPTIVATED by artistic expression in all its forms, and exploring your CREATIVITY in new ways.
I hope the tools, tips, and creative exploration found in these articles grant you permission to get messy, dabble in new mediums, and find your own unique path on this wild, imaginative artistic life.
Margo is joined by Abby for another edition of Creative Current Events—the series where they unpack the stories, launches, trends, and internet conversations shaping the creative world right now. This episode covers everything from the rise (and critique) of the “beige epidemic” in interiors to unexpected retail collaborations, bold beauty marketing, shifting brand landscapes, and artists […]

Margo is joined by interior designer, mentor, and entrepreneur Rebecca Ward for a conversation about creativity, career pivots, and the impact our homes have on daily life. As the CEO and Principal Designer of Rebecca Ward Design, Rebecca has spent more than 20 years creating contemporary spaces that help families live beautifully and function intentionally. She shares how […]

Margo is joined by illustrator and children’s book artist Natalie Lundeen for a candid conversation about creativity, motherhood, burnout, and redefining what it means to be a “successful” artist. Based in Clearwater, Florida, Natalie specializes in children’s books, greeting cards, and licensed artwork, with illustrations spanning indie publishing, Etsy products, and now traditional publishing through […]

Margo is joined by artist, author, and educator Nicki Traikos for a conversation on creativity, perfectionism, and building a life rooted in art. Known for her approachable watercolor teaching style and the global community she’s built through life i design, Nicki shares the winding journey that took her from a corporate career and makeup artistry […]

Margo is joined by artist, author, and educator Lisa Solomon to discuss her newest book, Art, Craft, Color—a thoughtfully curated collection of essays, reflections, and creative projects designed to inspire a more playful, hands-on approach to making. Lisa’s work explores the intersection of art, craft, and personal history, often blending unexpected materials and techniques to challenge […]

Margo sits down with artist, writer, and creator Emily Gaines Demsky for a conversation centered on creativity, perspective, and the quiet power of noticing what’s good. Emily makes vibrant floral paintings (symbols of hope and possibility), and is the founder of Tell Me 3 Good Things, a Substack community practice centered on noticing, naming, and sharing […]

Margo is joined by artist and illustrator Madison Phipps, the creative force behind Madison Phipps Studio. Known for her feminine, timeless botanical artwork rooted in nostalgia and storytelling, Madison shares how she’s built a growing art business while balancing motherhood and a full-time job. From painting in the quiet margins of her day to landing […]

Margo is joined once again by Abby Campbell for a Creative Current Events catch-up episode, and this one is packed. After a short hiatus, the two dive right back into the ever-evolving world of art, design, and creative business—starting with Margo’s firsthand experience exhibiting at the Birmingham Spring Fair’s new Licensing Lab. She shares what […]

Margo is joined by artist, author, and teacher Sam Dion Baker for a conversation about creativity, sketchbook practice, and finding meaning in the everyday. Originally from Philadelphia and now based in Brooklyn, Sam spent over two decades as a graphic designer before returning to drawing in her forties—ultimately building a deeply personal and widely loved […]

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