Ep 1 | How Tanja Stephani Found Herself in the Space Between The Notes

Welcome to the first episode of the Botany Works Artist Podcast. This week Ping is joined by one of her favourite artists, Tanja Stephani. Tanja is an illustrator that specialises in children's books. In this interview with Ping, Tanja shares her journey to becoming an artist, lessons she has learned, her top tips for success and how following your heart is the true path to success. 

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Tanja shares her journey as an artist. From having what she describes as a ‘fairytale childhood’ to moving into graphic design and to her final destination as an illustrator. 
• Tanja shares her tips on promoting your work and some of the lessons she has learned along the way.
• Tanja talks about how she developed her individual style and how emotions and gut feelings have guided her more than research and technical knowledge. 
• Ping and Tanja discuss freelancing work, how they approach it, their relationships with clients and how to manage your time economically. 

BEST MOMENTS

“If your art comes from your heart, then it resonates more with people.”

“If you rigidly follow rules then you will lose your authenticity. Instead, follow your heart.”

“Make what you want to make, don’t try to copy what’s already out there.”

EPISODE LINKS

Tanja Stephani Instagram

Tatjana Hauptmann Instagram

Tomi Ungerer Website

Botany Works Artist Instagram

ABOUT THE PODCAST

Botany Works Artist Podcast - a podcast created by artists for artists, illustrators, creatives, and aspiring designers and art lovers.

It is a weekly podcast by Ping He. As a creative entrepreneur herself, Ping shares her insight and tips in addition to interviewing seasoned professionals who provide practical tactics and clarity to help listeners walk away with actionable items for improving their personal and professional life.

Botany Works Artist Podcast promotes a community of artists supporting each other through exploration and process while equipping them with a professional toolkit to become successful and thriving artists. 

ABOUT THE HOST

Ping He

A mom, a botanical artist, a teacher, and mentor for creatives.

From developing a buzzworthy flower consultant business to running a home fragrance line, from self-publishing a stationery line selling in 180 stores in 18 countries to a creative mentor, Ping He is an example of how to make a successful career transition. 

www.pinghe.art

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