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  • Starting Before You’re Ready: Evolving a Creative Practice and Building Creative Momentum with Bethany Andrews Nichols
    Margo is joined by artist and founder behind Beenanza Design, Bethany Andrews Nichols. A returning friend of the show, Bethany shares how her creative practice has evolved over the past few years—expanding her Burlington, Vermont studio into a hub for block printing workshops and collaborations with brands like King Arthur Flour and Cabot Cheese, developing her new DIY printing kit Coverall, and launching a block-printed fabric line with Stash Fabrics. Along the way, she opens up about navigating feedback, balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship, and the persistence it takes to keep moving forward. Margo and Bethany discuss: How Bethany’s studio has evolved into a creative hub for workshops and collaborations Developing a DIY block printing kit Using feedback (even tough feedback) to refine ideas and keep creativity alive Building accountability and creative connections that move projects forward Balancing motherhood, entrepreneurship, and creative exploration Why starting before you’re “ready” is often the best way forward Connect with Bethany: https://www.beenanzadesign.com/partnerships https://www.instagram.com/beenanza.design/ https://www.beenanzadesign.com/monthly-calendar/sept-25 Connect with Margo: www.windowsillchats.com www.instagram.com/windowsillchats www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill https://www.yourtantaustudio.com/thefoundry   Sign Up for the Sylva Solace Creative Resilience Retreat: https://www.bdi-create.today/sylva-retreat    
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  • Why Creativity Belongs at the Leadership Table: Cassie McDaniel on Art, Tech, and Building a Well-Rounded Creative Life
    Margo is joined by Cassie McDaniel, Head of Design at Medium, where she leads product design, brand, and research. Cassie has also brought her design expertise to companies like Lattice, Webflow, Glitch, and Mozilla Foundation, and she’s passionate about simplifying complex workflows while creating space for more meaningful design. Beyond her professional roles, Cassie is a painter, writer, DIY renovator, and environmental conservation group member—someone who embodies the importance of building a life rich with creativity both in and outside of work. In this conversation, Cassie and Margo explore what it means to be a well-rounded creative leader, how personal passions fuel professional innovation, and why design belongs at the leadership table. Cassie also gives us a peek behind the curtain at Medium’s evolving design approach, including how her team thinks about content consumption, new UX navigation, and experiments with AI. Margo and Cassie discuss: The case for doing things outside your job and how hobbies unlock new creative potential How writing serves as “exercise for the brain” and a counterbalance to a busy design career Cassie’s approach to mentorship, including hiring, coaching, and guiding designers at all levels A behind-the-scenes look at design at Medium, from flat minimalism to layered storytelling How a family legacy of persistence, from chicken farming to dentistry, shaped Cassie’s approach to creativity and leadership Lessons from Cassie’s career across Webflow, Glitch, Mozilla, and Medium, and why foundational creative skills translate to digital spaces What makes Medium unique as a platform for authentic stories, connection, and community The value of saying yes to new opportunities, co-designing with communities, and learning from every experience Balancing leadership, writing, and motherhood while still making time for passion projects at home Learn more about Cassie here: Website: cassiemcdaniel.com Medium: cassiebegins.medium.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/cassiemc Instagram: @cassiebegins Connect with Margo: www.windowsillchats.com www.instagram.com/windowsillchats www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill https://www.yourtantaustudio.com/thefoundry   Save the date for Medium Day 2025: https://medium.com/blog/save-the-date-for-medium-day-2025-50b1f15de07d Sign Up for the Sylva Solace Creative Resilience Retreat: https://www.bdi-create.today/sylva-retreat
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  • Creating Out of Necessity, Healing from Burnout, and Finding Joyful Success with Trupti Karjinni (Part 2)
    In episode two of this two-part series, Margo continues her conversation with watercolor artist, creative mentor, and founder of Blue Pine Arts, Trupti Karjinni. In part one, Trupti shared her journey from building a thriving art supply and teaching business to experiencing burnout and rebuilding a more aligned, sustainable creative life. Here, the conversation shifts into the how: the mindset, methods, and strategies behind building a soulful teaching business that truly supports artists both creatively and financially. Margo and Trupti discuss: Why “Big Box Mentor” launch advice often fails creative, heart-centered artists. Trupti’s Artist’s Launch Blueprint for burnout-free, spacious course launches. Building community and creative sovereignty through teaching. Navigating the emotions of entrepreneurship as a neurodivergent, heart-led artist. How teaching can be the most liberating and profitable step for artists. Encouragement for the artist who secretly dreams of teaching but feels overwhelmed. Sign Up for the Sylva Solace Creative Resilience Retreat: https://www.bdi-create.today/sylva-retreat   Connect with Trupti: Download Trupti’s free ebook Creative Teaching Stories Blue Pine Arts Follow Trupti on Instagram Follow Blue Pine Arts on Instagram Watch Trupti on YouTube   Connect with Margo: www.windowsillchats.com www.instagram.com/windowsillchats www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill https://www.yourtantaustudio.com/thefoundry
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  • Creating Out of Necessity, Healing from Burnout, and Finding Joyful Success with Trupti Karjinni (Part 1)
    Margo is joined by watercolor artist, creative mentor, and founder of Blue Pine Arts, Trupti Karjinni. Since 2017, Trupti has taught over 45,000 students worldwide, guiding them to fall in love with watercolor while building confidence and creative joy. Today, she paints serene landscapes from the Canadian Rockies, creates handcrafted art supplies, and mentors artists who dream of teaching their art through courses, memberships, and retreats. Together, they unpack Trupti’s journey from burnout to building a soul-aligned creative business that supports both artistic expression and financial freedom. Margo and Trupti discuss: The path from making paints by hand to building Blue Pine Arts. Trupti’s transition from teaching on platforms like Skillshare to creating her own courses. What caused her creative burnout and how she rebuilt on her own terms. Why artists get stuck in hustle-mode (and how to break free). The importance of aligning your teaching business with your creative energy. How artists can honor both their creativity and financial goals. Sign Up for the Sylva Solace Creative Resilience Retreat: https://www.bdi-create.today/sylva-retreat Connect with Trupti: Download Trupti’s free ebook Creative Teaching Stories Blue Pine Arts Follow Trupti on Instagram Follow Blue Pine Arts on Instagram Watch Trupti on YouTube   Connect with Margo: www.windowsillchats.com www.instagram.com/windowsillchats www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill https://www.yourtantaustudio.com/thefoundry
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  • Creative Current Events: HBO Logo Flaws, Perfume by AI, and Why Creatives Shouldn’t Give Up
    Margo and Abby are back with another round of Creative Current Events—covering design awards, the state of the creative industry, the role of AI in unexpected places, massive murals, and even Christmas tree tariffs. They share thought-provoking articles, fun finds, and the latest creative headlines worth your attention. Mentioned in this episode: 2025 London Design Award Season 2 Why You Shouldn't Give Up on the Creative Industry Just Yet How AI Infiltrated Perfume The Death of Industrial Design and the Era of Dull Electronics Tallest Mural in Phoenix – Leila Parnian’s Record-Breaking Work Leila Parnian Instagram Fewer Fake Firs, Higher Prices: China Tariff Delay Does Little to Save the Holidays HBO Logo Flaw Reel Sundance Closure Connect with Abby: https://www.abbyjcampbell.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ajcampkc/ https://www.pinterest.com/ajcampbell/   Connect with Margo: www.windowsillchats.com www.instagram.com/windowsillchats www.patreon.com/inthewindowsill https://www.yourtantaustudio.com/thefoundry  
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Windowsill Chats is a podcast for artists and creatives who are curious about what it's like to live, work & walk a creative path. You'll find honest stories, refreshing tips, artistic business advice and real conversations with global artists & makers just like you. Host Margo Tantau, a 30+ year Creative Director, Product Designer & maker, is a cheerleader for your success. Come grab a cuppa & join her in her sunny windowsill.
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