Ep 5 | How to be mindful when creating art with Tatjana Mai-Wyss

This week Ping is interviewing artist Tatjana Mai-Wyss. Tatjana is a children's book illustrator whose work is inspired by her Swiss childhood, folk art, fairy tales and love of history. In this interview with Ping, the ladies discuss their creative journeys, where they find inspiration and the importance of holding on to your inner child.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Tatjana talks about her artistic journey from working in museums to teaching, freelancing and how she found herself in her dream job, children's book illustration. 

• Tatjana reminisces about her childhood and how it has shaped her as an artist.
• Tatjana and Ping discuss the importance of holding on to your inner child and how this will help you become a better artist.
• Tatjana and Ping talk about where they get their inspiration and the importance of being open to all possibilities. 

BEST MOMENTS

“Artists have childhood voices inside their adult minds which is reflected in the way they see the world.” - Ping He

“Sometimes you create something and don’t know what it will be until it’s complete, but you get lost in the process. “ - Tatjana Mai-Wyss

“For adults we are always thinking ‘What is the result?’, but for the child it’s about the creative journey.” - Ping He

EPISODE LINKS

Tatjana’s Website

Tatjana’s Instagram

Chihiro Iwasaki

Rachard Scarry all the way

Ed Emberly's drawing books

Tomi Ungerer

Lisbeth Zwerger

Tatjana Hauptman

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. 

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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. 

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