The Rough Concept Podcast
Welcome to The Rough Concept, a weekly podcast where I, Melarie Odelusi, take you on a personal and inspiring journey through my artistic process, from the seed of an idea to the final masterpiece. Get ready for an honest and intimate exploration of my creative world, as I share my thoughts, feelings, and experiences with you.
Each week, we'll dive into a different aspect of the creative process, uncovering the magic behind those moments of inspiration, the challenges we face along the way, and how it all contributes to our personal growth. I'll open up about my own struggles with self-doubt, creative blocks, and finding that elusive balance between work and life.
But that's not all! You'll also get to hear from some of my favorite creatives in the community—authors, illustrators, painters, and designers—who have crossed my path and enriched my journey. Together, we'll share our stories, insights, and inspirations to help you embrace your unique creative process and discover the powerful connection between creativity and self-discovery.
The Rough Concept Podcast
EP 7 : The Mood Board featuring Jena Holliday
Alright, so we're talking mood boards in today's episode! The mood board is where I dream and bring visual representation to the emotion I want my work to capture. While I don't make mood boards for every project, I fill you in on how I go about this stage of the creative process. You will also hear from Jena Holliday, illustrator, author, and the visionary force behind the Spoonful of Faith brand and art studio. Trust me, you're in for a treat!
This week's creative gems:
- The mood board is a powerful tool for capturing the essence of your creative vision. It's where you can dream and bring visual representation to the emotions you want to convey through your work. By refining your ideas and remaining flexible to new insights, you can create something truly authentic and meaningful.
- The mood board is not just a place for inspiration, but a space for personal growth and exploration. It's where you can get lost in your own creativity, pushing boundaries, and learning from the process. Here, you are free to dream, be yourself, and find inspiration in unexpected places, transforming them into something beautiful.
Creative Prompt: Create a mood board that represents your current state of mind. What has been the topic of conversation in your circle? What colors do you gravitate towards? What shapes, textures and patterns have been showing up in your life? Is there a common theme that keeps popping up everywhere? I invite you to make your own collage of inspiration to see where it leads you. Don't forget to share with me!
To connect with Jena and learn more about her work, you can visit her website at www.spoonfuloffaith.com. Make sure to follow her on Instagram @aspoonfuloffaith to stay updated with her latest projects and insights.
Thank you for listening to this episode of The Rough Concept Podcast! I hope you found inspiration and insights into the creative process.
Don't forget to share your creations and ideas from this week's creative prompt with me via email and Instagram @melarieodelusi!
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Until next time, keep creating!
Host: Melarie Odelusi
