Summary
We are extremely excited to welcome Invader Girl to the Harder Not Smarter podcast this week. In this conversation, we'll discuss Invader Girl's artistic journey and the inspiration behind her unique style. She'll tell us about how her small artistic empire was founded, how she is handling all of the well deserved notoriety, and pretty much everything in between.
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Invader Girl's Links
https://www.invadergirlart.com
https://www.instagram.com/_invadergirl_/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/blackcanvasllc/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5XTiPfSU_qEyQ0HN5FfQ1A
https://www.tiktok.com/@_invadergirl_?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Artistic Inspiration
08:03 Creating Commissioned Artwork
15:30 Distinct Artistic Style
20:29 Injury traps and retirement
21:00 Taking time after retirement
22:36 Exploring new opportunities
23:23 Becoming an artist
24:11 Failing art classes
25:07 Self-taught artist
26:11 Disliking English classes
27:13 Encouraging reading and writing
28:00 Running for president
29:07 Changing names
29:24 Grammar and lawyering
30:10 Living near Santa Six
31:22 Creating a team room
32:16 Buying a pinball machine
33:06 Opening the bar for stranded travelers
34:04 Providing a place for people
35:13 Helping stranded military personnel
36:38 The islands of Guam, Saipan, and Tinian
38:37 Finding World War II artifacts
39:04 Japanese holdout on Guam
39:18 Rumors of Hidden Individuals on the Island
40:09 Living in Solitude on the Island
41:03 The Feral State of Isolation
41:44 Unconventional Theme Nights at the Bar
44:04 Leaving Guam for a Fresh Start
44:26 COVID Restrictions on Guam
47:35 Upcoming Art Projects and Events
48:27 Favorite Paintings and Their Stories
51:12 Painting on Walls and the Art World
53:27 Navigating the Art World
56:16 Microwaved Shots and Drinking Culture
58:43 The Art of Capturing History
01:00:29 Embracing Personal Responsibility
01:01:25 Commissioning Artwork
01:02:29 Creating Space for Art
01:03:00 Taking Risks with Home Renovations
01:03:36 Adding Mystery to the Home
01:04:00 Playfulness in Relationships
01:06:05 The Impact of Technology
01:07:10 The Decline of Physical Interventions
01:09:01 The Benefits of Minimalism
01:11:05 The Temptation of TV
01:12:37 The Power of Social Media
01:14:12 The Value of Art
01:15:08 Connecting with Invader Girl
01:16:08 Closing Remarks
