7. Blurring Boundaries: An Exploration of Self-worth and Creative Success

Send us a message.Ever wondered how the evolution of photography and new media has shaped the way we view and appreciate art? Stimulate your curiosity as we traverse the fascinating journey of showcasing art- from classic galleries to the digital realm. We unwrap the potential of YouTube as a platform for artists to exhibit their work, the challenges of marrying different media forms, and the art of turning a chaotic home into a creative masterpiece. We also touch upon the importance of being content with your work, whether it gets released or not.Struggling to juggle work and your creative passions? You're not alone. We share our personal experiences and insights about managing professional commitments and large creative projects like documentaries. Drawing inspiration from Steven Pressfield's 'The War of Art', we discuss the resistance to initiating big projects and the constant pressure of achieving. As we peel back the layers, we realize that the real joy lies in relishing the process rather than solely focusing on the end result.Finally, we tread the complex waters of self-fulfillment and success. We look at the constant urge to achieve, the trap of 'retail therapy', and the strain of tying self-worth to creative success. We shed light on our personal experiences and explore the importance of finding purpose beyond material success. Embracing the present, controlling what we can, and finding solace in creative outlets like photography- all while separating our ego from our art- are key to our well-being. So, join us on this introspective journey as we delve into the nuances of art, creativity, and self-fulfillment. - AiShow Notes:Joel Meyerowitz - https://www.joelmeyerowitz.comLa Jetée (1963) - https://www.criterion.com/films/329-l...Ken Burns - https://www.pbs.org/kenburns/Matt was wrong about the Ricoh camera he owns. It's the Ricoh GR Digital II - https://bit.ly/3QYQe21Matt's Photography Channel - https://geni.us/PhotoVideosYTThe War of Art by Steven Pressfield - Support the show If you enjoyed this episode, please consider giving us a rating and/or a review. We appreciate and try to read all of them. Thanks for listening, and we'll see you in the next episode. Links To Everything: Video Version of The Podcast: https://geni.us/StudioSessionsYT Matt’s YouTube Channel: https://geni.us/MatthewOBrienYT Matt’s 2nd Channel: https://geni.us/PhotoVideosYT Alex’s YouTube Channel: https://geni.us/AlexCarterYT Matt’s Instagram: https://geni.us/MatthewIG Alex’s Instagram: https://geni.us/AlexIG