In this episode I had the chance to speak with the insightful artist Rachael Anderson about her process creating art. Figures, line-work, shapes and extrusions are all ways to describe her work. In this conversation we spoke about how she moves through the process of creating, and how she works to tell a story through graphics. Minimal artwork is hard to achieve, as she says ‘It’s difficult to know when a piece of your work might be finished’. This episodes looks at art as a bi-product of life, and we spoke about connections, process, impression, self-expression and putting yourself out there on instagram. Find Rachael on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/supreme_concept_/ Visit The Doyenne Interviews - thedoyenneinterviews.net Visit The Alastair Swayn Foundation - https://alastairswaynfoundation.org

Mooki Pen is a talented digital artist. She features women and their unique stories on her platform @Blakfellastories through creating unique illustrations. She also has a thriving online art store @mookipen.store, which she spoke to me about starting in this podcast episode. There’s a lot of digital art on instagram, I was curious to find out from Mooki how she has been able to create a unique brand and sense of identity. I have been drawn specifically to Mooki’s work because of the story telling aspect and also the style and unique colours used. She spoke about how art and self expression can be used as a tool to grab our attention. In finding out more about the backstory to Mooki’s work in this episode, we spoke about how she drew inspiration from a love of comics, and also from a desire to find a creative outlet as a mum of 3, when she moved to a new country. I hope you enjoy this conversation about art and living a creative life.

In this episode we speak to the amazing Dr. Bronwyn Bancroft, a Bungajung woman and artist. She shares with us some of her key creative projects, which have shaped her life long commitment to celebrating Aboriginal culture, nurturing people, and storytelling through her arts practices. This episode stretches as far back as 1992, when Bronwyn worked on unique and creative illustrations which were used as public health resources to spread awareness of the AIDS epidemic. We also discuss her work on 'Gift Given', which at the time of its completion in 2006 was the largest mural in the Southern hemisphere. This public arts project involved in depth community consultation, and in this episode Bronwyn shares her thoughts on engagement and appreciation of accessible art. We also discuss her work on 'Earth, wind, fire and water', which is integrated into the atrium of the Royal North Shore hospital in St. Leonards, New South Wales. We discuss her process on this project, her values and her thoughts on how art can provide meaning to users of spaces. This episode also looks at Bronwyn's creative outlook and life lived as an artist to share her journey and her approach to living a creative life. We speak about what creativity adds to your life, mental health, and the value of art in 2020. With many exciting projects currently on her plate, Bronwyn spoke to us from her beautiful Byron Bay studio, which was full of art and colour. You can find Bronwyn at: www.bronwynbancroft.com Supported by The Alastair Swayn Foundation. You can find out more at alastairswaynfoundation.org Thedoyenneinterviews.net

In the next episode of The Doyenne Interviews we speak to the amazing and talented Marley Morgan, photographer and founder of Barefoot Wandering, a 100% Aboriiginal owned and operated creative business. The photographs Marley takes are empathetic, soft, emotive and raw. Marley is a proud descendant of the Wiradjuri and Yuwaalaraay nations. In this episode we unpack some of Marley's influences that lead her to become a photographer, starting with a polaroid and turning her passion into a business. Marley speaks about capturing people and women in nature, and shares her tips for younger generations interested in becoming photographers. We caught Marley whilst she was on the road with the Happy Boxes project. This project supports women in the most remote corners of Australia, who are going without basic toiletries. This mini series is made possible by @thealastairswaynfoundation. Find out more at Alastairswayn.org. Generously supported by @thealastairswaynfoundation You can Marley at: https://barefootwanderingphotography.com

In this next episode we hear from the inspiring artist Madison Connors, founder of @yarlicreativeabout launching her business during the pandemic, her cultural heritage as a proud Yorta Yorta, Dja Dja Wurrung and Gamilaroi woman and her vast experience acting as an advocate for women's health. The episode forms a part of a new mini series, which focuses on Women's Health through speaking to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Artists. As the Doyenne Interviews will be starting to speak to more artists, both local and international, the podcast wanted to start with first nation's peoples, because these are the oldest living culture on earth. This mini series is supported by @alastairswaynfoundation - Thank you! There are so many sides to what makes us healthy. Madison talks about her work in the public health sector, and also her work promoting women's health as an artist, producing digital art for campaigns for Cancer Council Victoria and Department of Premier and Cabinet. We also talk about her own health journey, thorugh pregnancy and life. This episode discusses her current work 'Healing through Buliana' (Pregnancy) which is a part of the 2020 @melbfringe. This event is digital so check it out! You can find this episode on @spotify and @soundcloud ⁠ ⁠Interview by @bridgetnathan__ Illustration by @grace.this.space⁠ Music by @projectanon_⁠ \You can find Maddy at: https://yarlicreative.com.au/ Check out her fringe evert at: https://melbournefringe.com.au/event/healing-through-buliana-pregnancy/ thedoyenneinterviews.net

In this short and sweet episode @thedoyenneinterviews speaks to two talented architects and interior designers from the passionate woman led, residential practice that is @maniarchitecture. Directors @sarztonini and @renelieu are both mates and colleagues, and in this morning chat I had the chance to ask them about one of their recent projects One Mani House. Key ideas we spoke about in this relaxed conversation include remote collaboration, making, architectural investment models and the design of unique homes. You can find Sara and René at: https://www.maniarchitecture.com.au

In this episode we speak to the amazing Susan Dimasi about her dynamic career in fashion, design and creative leadership. Susan is the founder of MATERIALBYPRODUCT, a unique fashion house that creates for and brings together creative women. We caught Susan on the brink of her move to the country, and speak about key themes such as creativity and femininity, the history of fashion, and her own strategic business moves. You can find Susan at http://www.susandimasi.com Follow us @the_doyenne_interviews or head to thedoyenneinterviews.net

In this episode we speak with the amazing Australian Landscape Architect Simone Bliss, Director of SBLA about her early career, empathy in Landscape architecture, and finding ways to incorporate nature into the everyday.

In this episode Bridget Nathan speaks with Sydney based Katherine Lu, a lover of light and a leading Australian architectural photographer. The episode covers Katherine's unique career, from studying Interiors to mastering life behind the lens. They also speak about professional photography in the age of instagram, mental health and making mistakes.

In this episode we chat to the amazing Julia Gamolina, the founder of Madame Architect. It was great to hear about how this organisation started, and about Julia's own career as a director at Trahan Architects in NYC.