In this episode of The Sispatch, Bevin and Jasmine take a nostalgic trip down memory lane to share their creative journeys—from those early sparks of inspiration to navigating the professional world of design. Tune in as we discuss how our love for tech and graphics evolved over the years and how two non-traditional paths led us into the creative industry.
We kick things off with stories of childhood creativity (yes, those MySpace and Xanga coding days count!), and move into the twists and turns of our professional paths, including the challenges of finding our place without formal degrees. Expect plenty of sibling banter and laughs as we highlight the impact of community, the role of networking, and the unpredictable nature of following your passion.
We also dive into the nitty-gritty of our current projects, our excitement (and apprehension) about launching new ventures like an Etsy store, and how AI is shaping the way we approach content creation. Whether you’re an aspiring creative or just curious about how we made it work, this episode is packed with stories, advice, and maybe a few embarrassing confessions.
Timestamp Guide:
- 00:00 - Introduction and Creative BeginningsHow our love for creativity started—from childhood art projects to those first experiments with tech and design.
- 03:00 - Exploring Childhood Design MemoriesReminiscing about the early days of Xanga, MySpace, and those glittery HTML-filled websites that started it all.
- 05:58 - The Evolution of CreativityDiscussing how our creative styles and interests have changed over the years, from hobbies to potential careers.
- 08:50 - Diverging Paths in CreativityComparing our non-linear paths into graphic design and the different jobs that led us here (restaurant hostessing, hotel front desk, and more!).
- 11:59 - Realizing Creative PotentialWhen did it click that we could make a living doing this? Sharing our "Aha!" moments and the projects that made us feel like real designers.
- 15:00 - Navigating the Professional LandscapeHow we transitioned into the professional design world without a degree and the lessons we learned along the way.
- 18:00 - The Journey into Marketing and DesignFinding our niches in the creative field and blending marketing with graphic design.
- 20:53 - The Importance of NetworkingWhy building relationships is key in a creative career—and some of the unexpected places we’ve made connections.
- 24:01 - Current Creative Projects and GrowthWhat we’re working on now and how our focus has shifted over the years. From client projects to personal passions, we share what’s lighting us up.
- 46:55 - Creative Ventures and Job SatisfactionFinding fulfillment in our creative work and how it’s changed our views on what “success” looks like.
- 50:52 - Passion Projects and Etsy Store LaunchDiving into the behind-the-scenes of launching an Etsy store and why we think now is the perfect time to explore passion projects.
- 56:05 - Social Media and Content Creation ChallengesThe impact of social media on our creative process—the good, the bad, and the slightly overwhelming.
- 01:01:32 - Future Goals and Dream CollaborationsWhere do we see ourselves going next? Talking about our dream projects and the big goals on our creative bucket lists.
- 01:10:12 - Embracing AI in Creative WorkOur thoughts on integrating AI into content creation and how it’s changing the game for creatives.
- 01:19:32 - Advice for Aspiring CreativesTips and encouragement for anyone just starting out: how to get over the fear of sharing your work and why there’s never a “perfect” time to begin.
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- visit our shops:
- Jasmine - https://www.etsy.com/shop/lunabyitsjceleste
- Bevin - https://socialbybevin.com and https://shop.socialbybevin.com
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This episode is packed with insight and inspiration for anyone navigating their own creative journey, plus a few laughs as we look back on where it all began!
