The Art of Seeing People - Tafy LaPlanche

Have you wondered how artists manage to capture the essence of their subjects?  In today's episode, I sit down with portrait artist Tafy LaPlanche, whose cultural background shapes her distinctive artistic approach. She shares why certain creative detours—including a complete break from art ultimately strengthened her artistic voice. Through personal stories and artistic insights, Tafy offers powerful inspiration for anyone navigating their own creative path while searching for authentic connection in their work.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Tafy LaPlanche 02:54 The Journey of an Afro-Latina Artist 06:11 Finding Artistic Voice Through Diverse Experiences 09:02 The Influence of Cultural Background on Art 11:51 Rediscovering Passion During a Pandemic 14:58 The Impact of Fashion Photography on Portraiture 17:47 Creating Authentic Connections Through Portraits 21:07 The Process of Capturing Subjects 23:54 Dreams of Mural Art and Community Engagement 27:02 Balancing Flight Attendant Life with Art 30:01 The Importance of Focus in Artistic Creation 33:04 Advice to Younger Self and Conclusion   CONNECT WITH TAFY: Website: https://lepouf-art.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lepouf_art/ Support the Show Website: Martine SeverinFollow on Instagram: Martine | This Is How We CreateSubscribe to the Newsletter: Martine's Substack This is How We Create is produced by Martine Severin and edited by Santiago Cardona and Daniel Espinosa. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts Leave a review Follow us on social media Share with fellow creatives