In this episode, Josh Horton talks with Tracie Ching—illustrator, poster artist, and one of the most distinctive digital printmakers working today. Known for her meticulous vector work and striking limited-edition posters, Tracie has built a career defined by discipline, reinvention, and an unwavering commitment to craft.
Together, they dig into the realities of building a creative career in public—what it means to start over, to rebuild momentum, to learn in real time, and to keep showing up even when the work feels uncertain. They talk candidly about the pressure to produce, the slow decline of social platforms, the temptation of AI shortcuts, and the power of doing deliberate, disciplined work when no one’s watching.
If you’re a creative wrestling with visibility, pressure to “build a brand,” or how to actually support the next generation coming up behind you — this episode is for you.
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🎙️ Podcast Credits
Presented by Creative Workers Union
Hosted by Josh Horton
Edited by Sydney Gladu
Artwork by MUTI
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Tracie’s Portfolio: tracieching.com
Tracie on Instagram: instagram.com/tracieching
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