"Maybe So, Maybe Not" wsg Sadie May | Secondhand Talent Episode #115

Send us Fan MailWelcome to Season 6, Episode 16, of "Secondhand Talent: The Podcast"!!! In this episode of Secondhand Talent, host Steiner engages with artist Sadie May, who shares her unique journey from living in an RV to becoming a successful designer and illustrator. Sadie reflects on her early experiences with art, the challenges of formalizing her business, and the importance of community in the creative process. Sadie discusses her work with notable musicians and the significance of the live music experience, emphasizing how art and music create a universal connection among people. Sadie also touches on the pressures faced by artists in the spotlight and the value of maintaining a grounded perspective in the creative industry.Check out Sadie's art here: https://www.sadiemaysart.com/Instagram -  instagram.com/sadiemaysartanddesignEtsy - sadiemaysart.etsy.comFacebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/2603357993151947/?ref=share&mibextid=NSMWBT________Click Here For 10% Off Your Total Purchase From Black Box Prompter!https://blackboxprompter.com/?coupon=secondhandtalent________Our featured charity for Season 6 is The Visions Foundation. The Visions Foundation is a non-profit dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities in the Chicago area. Make a difference TODAY for those who truly need it by making a contribution to The Visions Foundation, the official charity designee of Season 6 of "Secondhand Talent: The Podcast."To learn more about The Visions Foundation, please visit their website: https://www.thevisionsfoundation.org/To donate to The Visions Foundation, please click here: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/G21GDHQH2HJSP/checkout/A5547UYFIFVQ3TRGIW3TBEST_________Website: https://www.secondhandtalent.comGoodpods: https://goodpods.com/podcasts/secondhand-talent-the-podcast-264277Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6HV3UtLUVrgF2OKa2NvSjaApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/secondhand-talent-the-podcast/id1680964827________Chapters00:00 Opening Credits00:27 Introduction and The Question03:20 The Pressure of Fame in the Music Industry05:42 Raised By Deadheads In The Ecosystem of Live Music08:53 The Role of Art in Music Experiences and Appreciation11:32 The Journey of an Artist14:16 The Universal Language of Music17:52 Escaping Reality Through Music19:46 The Evolution of Artistic Expression26:03 The Beatles and Ubiquity in Music27:02 The Importance of Secondhand Talent29:46 Personal Connections in the Creative Process31:02 The Ripple Effect of Connections32:32 The Journey of Artistic Growth37:03 Embracing the Journey and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome39:09 The Value of Organic Growth in Art41:09 Making A Poster For Trey Anastasio45:29 Refining Skills and Personal Growth51:35 The Business Journey: From RV Living to Entrepreneurship53:19 Navigating Challenges: The Transition to Full-Time Artistry56:21 Final Thoughts57:05 End CreditsSupport the showWith "Secondhand Talent", we want to devote a platform to taking moments to shine the spotlight on those that manage the spotlights. We want to use this platform to highlight some of our incredible colleagues in the industry whose names you might otherwise never hear. Thank you for joining us - come along, stay a while!Like, Subscribe, and TELL YO FRANDS!!! New Episodes Every Wednesday!!!Feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] to be on the show!!!Follow us on IntagramFollow us on Facebook Much love, Steiner & Steener