Ep 29: The North Star [Justina Blakeney]

About Justina Blakeney Justina Blakeney is an artist, designer, bestselling author, and the founder and creative force behind the beloved lifestyle brand Jungalow®. She’s known for her use of bold colors, lush botanicals, and eclectic style. What began as a tiny, plant-filled blog has blossomed into a global brand with heart - a certified B Corp rooted in beauty, purpose, and soulful living. Her latest creations include Grow - a transformative oracle deck and guidebook co-authored with her mom, Dr. Ronnie Blakeney. And, California Poppy, her first solo art show, a deeply personal collection of paintings exploring identity, nature, and resilience. She paints, she writes, she designs and dreams - crafting vibrant worlds that invite us all to get in touch with our wild inside. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband, kiddo, two mischievous kitties, and a house overflowing with color, music, and life.   Summary In this episode of the She Designs Podcast, hosts Desha Peacock and Christine Martin have a candid conversation with Justina Blakeney, renowned artist, designer, and founder of the lifestyle brand Jungalow. Justina shares her journey of integrating her personal brand with her professional brand, the evolution of her North Star, and the importance of nourishment in her life and work. Justina shares about her collaboration with her mother on their soon-to-be-released Oracle deck and guidebook, Grow and how it's a gift to them both. She also offers insights on the current challenges for small businesses. She has one piece of marketing advice that you might be surprised to hear!   Show Notes 00:00 Introduction to She Designs Podcast 00:44 Upcoming Retreat in San Miguel de Allende 01:44 Special Guest: Justina Blakeney 03:28 Justina's Journey and Brand Evolution 10:31 The Concept of the North Star  19:02 New Beginnings and the Grow Project 30:16 Marketing Insights for Creative Brands 35:07 Final Thoughts and Farewell Photo credit: Dabito   Where to find Justina: Websites: https://www.justinablakeney.com https://www.jungalow.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinablakeney https://www.instagram.com/thejungalow Join our community! Follow this podcast and share with a friend! In the world of podcasts, reviews are everything! Please rate and review this episode on your favorite platform.  Visit our website to get the latest on episodes, behind the scenes info, and upcoming events & retreats.  Say hi on the gram!