Diving in the open ocean has taught photographer, writer and expedition leader Henley Spiers as much about himself as it has about the marine life he captures with his camera.

In this episode he shares tips for marketing work on Instagram, lessons the ocean can teach us about life on land, advice on taking criticism, and the dangers of becoming too creatively comfortable.

From wearing a spacesuit to inviting strangers into photo booths, Simon Murphy knows how to work on long-term projects without losing momentum or a sense of playfulness.

In this episode he shares his chapter approach to projects, his creative morning routines, his advice on unlearning and his feelings on AI. 

Many brilliant artists are terrible at business but using some of the skills he learnt in hospitality management, Bastiaan Woudt was never going to be one of them.

Effective marketing, foolproof systems and a passion for photography have enabled him to create an enviable career that balances work, life and personal projects such as DJing, travelling and supporting NGOs.

When Sean Tucker was thrown out of the church for being a heretic, he discovered the importance of adopting a creative outlet to work through his frustrations.

Sean is now a successful photographer, filmmaker, speaker, and the author of The Meaning in the Making, a brilliant book that shares his philosophy for living a creative life.

Through his experiences, Sean has learnt the importance of knowing who you are and how you’re wired, the perils of being a perfectionist, and how to pull order out of chaos.

When Mary Jo Hoffman, author of STILL: The Art of Noticing, committed to posting a picture a day online, the process became so addictive (and beneficial) that the chain remained unbroken for more than a decade.

During the process, Mary Jo learnt that wild constraints lead to wild creativity, process is more important than product, and reconnecting with nature has value beyond measure.