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The Intersect of Tech and ArtMonsters, Methods, and the Meaning Behind the MakingWhen Guillermo del Toro compares Frankenstein to a careless tech bro and declares he'd rather die than use generative AI, you know we're in for something special. This accidental Halloween edition brings you dancing skeletons for science, pixels so tiny they've hit the absolute limit of human vision, and Indigenous artists staging unauthorized augmented reality interventions at The Met. Plus, waterfalls swallowing Chicago's skyline and real art world horror stories that'll make you appreciate how vulnerable creative work truly is.00:00:25. Monsters, methods, and the meaning behind the making.00:01:03 From Monsters to Mind-Bending Pixels.00:02:29...
2025-10-2821 min
The Creative Edition PodcastMeet Elise Swopes, OG Instagram Influencer & Sr. Evangelist and Community Advocate at AdobeIn this episode, OG Instagram artist and creator Elise Swopes (on the app since 2011) takes us from her scrappy start—buying an iPhone 4 off Craigslist to her work today as a Senior Adobe Express Evangelist and full-time creative. Elise helped pioneer mobile photography when people still doubted it was “real art,” then turned early momentum into global brand work (yes, including a 2019 Instagram takeover for Jada Pinkett Smith in the Maldives), community initiatives like Sunrise Art Club and Night On The Yard, and a career focused on creati...
2025-09-0943 min
Female Founder WorldContent Ideas From One of Instagram's Original CreatorsElise Swopes is on Female Founder World with Jasmine Garnsworthy. Elise was one of the original creators on Instagram. She's an artist, and turned that skill into a career as a full time content creator, eventually taking her community building skills on to a full time dream role at Adobe. In this episode Elise talks about her strategies to build viral content, both as a creator and as a brand, how she recommends building partnerships, and how to protect your creativity. LINKS Get the Female Founder World resource roundup https://femalefounderworld.beehiiv.com
2025-07-1630 minFemale Founder WorldContent Ideas From One of Instagram's Original CreatorsElise Swopes is on Female Founder World with Jasmine Garnsworthy. Elise was one of the original creators on Instagram. She's an artist, and turned that skill into a career as a full time content creator, eventually taking her community building skills on to a full time dream role at Adobe. In this episode Elise talks about her strategies to build viral content, both as a creator and as a brand, how she recommends building partnerships, and how to protect your creativity. LINKS Get the Female Founder World resource roundup https://femalefounderworld.beehiiv.com
2025-07-1630 min
Cosmic SansElise Swopes – Artist and Community AdvocateIn this episode of the Cosmic Sans Podcast, I sit down with artist and Community Advocate, Elise Swopes, who has been pushing the bounds of mobile design. We chat about how she got into the industry, Photoshop on iPhone, speaking at Adobe MAX, finding peace, and much more.Follow Elise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/swopes/Follow the Cosmic Sans Podcast on Instagram: https://instagram.com/cosmicsanspodSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6IdhFtjpQfU9bXiZUwe3eNApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cosmic-sans/id1809877829
2025-06-1059 min
Pioneers of AIPossible: Artful Intelligence, part 2, featuring Elise SwopesHow can you shape the future with AI to create the world you want to live in?Reid Hoffman and Chris McLeod explore this question with Elise Swopes, a trailblazing visual artist and educator blending AI with photography. Currently an evangelist for Adobe, Elise has been a creative force since the early days of Instagram, crafting surreal visuals for brands such as Adidas, McDonald’s, Casamigos, and Sony. But her journey hasn’t been without challenges. From online harassment to personal struggles, she’s faced adversity with resilience, using her art to shape a brighter, more inclusive future...
2025-06-0749 min
PossibleArtful Intelligence | Ep 2: Elise Swopes on Photography x AIHow can you shape the future with AI to create the world you want to live in?Reid Hoffman and Chris McLeod explore this question with Elise Swopes, a trailblazing visual artist and educator blending AI with photography. Currently an evangelist for Adobe, Elise has been a creative force since the early days of Instagram, crafting surreal visuals for brands such as Adidas, McDonald’s, Casamigos, and Sony. But her journey hasn’t been without challenges. From online harassment to personal struggles, she’s faced adversity with resilience, using her art to shape a brighter, more inclusive future...
2024-12-1149 min
In the MakingBONUS Creative Connection Live with Jack Watson and Dewey SaundersFor this bonus episode, host Teresa Au shares chats hosted by her Adobe colleagues Kladi Vergine and Elise Swopes. First we hear from Jack Watson, a brand designer, solopreneur, and social media star–all at just 21 years old. Jack shares how he discovered design tools, his foray into concert promotion, and how an international retailer found his work. Next, eclectic artist Dewey Saunders describes his artistic journey from pen-and-ink to collage to digital design. Plus, Dewey shares his musician origins, how he’s influenced by music, and why he’s a go-to collaborator for artists like Future and Anderson .Paak.
2024-07-1019 min
The Photography & Video Show Podcast10: Elise Swopes on Instagram and NFTs, Fujifilm X100VI compact camera arrives, therapeutic photography with Gabrielle MotolaGet in touch - send us a text message!10: Elise Swopes on Instagram and NFTs, Fujifilm X100VI compact camera arrives, therapeutic photography with Gabrielle MotolaThe Photography and Video Show Podcast, Season 1 Episode 10Published on Thursday, 7 March 2024Hosted by David McClelland with Gabrielle Motola and special guest, Elise SwopesIn this month’s show: Gabrielle Motola joins host David McClelland to talk about street photography and the new Fujifilm X100VI premium compact camera, therapeutic photography and using generative AI for collaborative creativity. David also speaks with vi...
2024-03-081h 00
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessA Journey Through 2023 - Part 1Join Elise Swopes, your Swopes So Dope podcast host, as she takes you on a journey through her whirlwind year of 2023. It was a year marked by personal transformations and professional milestones that have shaped her life in unimaginable ways.
From landing an exciting job to experiencing the joy of engagement, Elise's 2023 was extraordinary. This is part one of a two-part series where Elise shares the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Please tune in to hear her candid reflections, lessons learned, and the unforgettable moments that made 2023 a year to remember. Whether you've been following...
2024-01-2130 min
Clean Break with Matt GondekElise Swopes: Redefining Digital Art & Entrepreneurship - A Journey of InspirationDiscover how an iPhone 4 led her to artistry and Instagram, setting her on a unique path to becoming a global influencer. Hear how Swopes returned to college in 2013 to study graphic design but ultimately made the bold decision to drop out. Post-graduation, she partnered with industry giants like Apple and Adidas, even delivering a TEDx talk titled "Child of the Internet." Swopes also delves into the world of NFTs, sharing her experiences with platforms like Nifty Gateway and SuperRare. Beyond her art, she discusses her philanthropic work, raising funds for non-profits that support individuals in the criminal...
2023-11-2155 minClean Break with Matt GondekElise Swopes: Redefining Digital Art & Entrepreneurship - A Journey of InspirationDiscover how an iPhone 4 led her to artistry and Instagram, setting her on a unique path to becoming a global influencer. Hear how Swopes returned to college in 2013 to study graphic design but ultimately made the bold decision to drop out. Post-graduation, she partnered with industry giants like Apple and Adidas, even delivering a TEDx talk titled "Child of the Internet." Swopes also delves into the world of NFTs, sharing her experiences with platforms like Nifty Gateway and SuperRare. Beyond her art, she discusses her philanthropic work, raising funds for non-profits that support individuals in the criminal...
2023-11-2155 min
The Creative Condition podcastEp 203: How I Found Out I Could Write BooksDuring a recent appearance on Adobe's 'Creative Connections' show by Kladi Vergine and Elise Swopes, an audience member asked me how I discovered I could write, given that I'm an illustrator.I wanted to elaborate on my concise answer with a longer form consideration of my author timeline.Back 'The Creative Condition' book on Kickstarter here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/creativecondition/the-creative-condition-bookThe Creative Condition is sponsored by Illustration X. You can see their global roster of artists, illustrators, and animators at illustrationx.combentallon.combentallonwriter.com
2023-11-1439 minSwopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessInspire Your Creativity: A Guided Meditation for Creators by Elise SwopesJoin host Elise Swopes on a journey to ignite your imagination and unleash your inner creativity. This podcast is designed to help creators tap into their full potential and awaken their passions. Through guided meditation, Elise will lead you through visualization exercises to unlock your creativity and inspire you to take action. Whether you're an artist, writer, musician, or creator, this podcast is for you. So join, sit back, relax, and embark on this journey together.
2023-05-2810 minSwopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessElise Swopes on Time Management and Project ExecutionIn this podcast episode, Elise Swopes discusses managing her time and projects in 2023. Elise shares her tips and tricks for staying on top of deadlines and juggling multiple tasks and commitments while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. She covers topics ranging from productivity methods and tools to strategies for making the most of any day. Tune in to hear Elise's inspiring story of success and learn how you can apply her techniques to your own life.
2023-03-1337 min
The Karsen Daily ShowAmazon Rumors, ISO DEVS, ETHDenver Cringefest, and Yuga Labs (ugh)This week we’re talking about Amazon NFT marketplace rumors, web3 job opportunities, ETH Denver, and (unfortunately) Yuga Labs. Follow the amazing artists & brand builders (who just so happen to be women!) mentioned during NFA Charli CohenLatasháEvin McMullenEmonee LaRussaElise SwopesAli WeissSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2023-03-0913 min
The Now PodcastHow Elise Swopes Became the Face of AdobeWe’d like to give a special thank you to Atomic Form for helping bring our studio to life with their NFT displays. To learn more about Atomic Form, go to: https://atomicform.com We’re kicking off Season 2 of the nft now podcast with Elise Swopes, a self-taught photographer and graphic designer who has used her business savvy to spin influencer marketing on Instagram into a full-fledged career. Heralded as one of the premier creators on the platform, Swopes has been finding new and innovative ways to share her art since earning accolades as one of th...
2023-03-0155 minSwopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessWhy Elise Swopes Turned Her Passion Into A Thriving BusinessElise Swopes is a woman who followed her passions and turned them into a thriving business. In this podcast, she shares her secrets to success and offers advice for anyone looking to do the same!
2023-02-1626 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessUnpacking 2022 with Elise Swopes: How to Push Through Your FearsJoin us for an inspiring discussion about pushing through fear and creating art on the blockchain! In this episode of the Swopes So Dope podcast, Elise takes us through her journey in the past year. She shares her successes and struggles and how she pushes through her fears to continue feeling inspired and motivated. Dive into a deep conversation with Elise as we explore the power of vulnerability, resilience, and self-love. Hear her tips on embracing imperfection and learning to stay committed to your goals even when things aren't perfect. Elise will also discuss her new NFT project, Lunar...
2023-01-2136 min
Next Big Thing - with Lauren IngramPhotography NFTs to make the world a better placeElise Swopes is a New York based digital artist who has been making a name for herself online since being one of the original influencers on Instagram for nearly a decade - and garnering over 270k followers in the process!
Elise has now turned her attention to Web3, where she has created Sunrise Art Club, a creative impact agency helping brands and individuals feel involved in Web3. It’s a project that began as a series of 365 photography NFTs, one sunrise up for auction every day in 2022.
We cover her experience in major brand partnerships (Ad...
2023-01-0535 min
We Do A LittleSwopes - The Power of Early Morning Routines and Growing Online CommunitiesIn this episode our hosts talk with Elise Swopes about growing up in Chicago, getting started on instagram and several of her NFT projects she is currently working on. Show Notes0:00 Intro1:25 Early Morning Rising 3:20 Mushrooms7:28 Growing up online 18:35 Video Games24:00 Growing up in Chicago26:45 Early vibes with Chance the Rapper and Vic Mensa29:15 Early creator days32:12 BeReal app 36:45 Building followers on different platforms43:00 How did Elise’s Instagram grow?52:50 How did Elise get into NFTs?57:15 Going deeper on Sunrise Art Cl...
2022-12-191h 40
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessIt's Been Awhile / Summer 2022 RecapIn the third episode of season four, Elise Swopes revisits her 2022 since her last podcast, as well as touching on how to make your workspace more comfortable for more intention and motivation.
2022-09-2950 min
He Shoots, He Draws PodcastEp.172 REPLAY // Elise Swopes - Creativity, Growth & PhotographyPlease enjoy this replay episode from 2020 with the wonderful Elise Swopes.This week's guest is a delightful young photographer, speaker, influencer and hard working creative powerhouse, New York based Elise Swopes. Elise has taken mobile creativity to a whole new place, having built a name for herself through hard work and persistence, we chat to Elise about her beginnings and how she has crafted her brand and abilities to become one of the brightest new influencers in photography, film making and creativity in 2020.
Join us over on social media @heshootshedraws or our website
2022-09-081h 08
Per Our Last EmailWe Crashed Into His Farm ft. Elise SwopesOn this week’s episode, meet Elise Swopes — AKA, one of the sweetest, coolest chicks on the internet and an all-around amazing human being and creative. Elise is a whole vibe (she came on wearing a fuzzy orange jacket, orange clips, AND had an orange drink & straw — we love to see it), and we dove in with a pink grapefruit spritz cocktail named “Pink Outside the Box.” We talked a lot about Elise’s super unconventional journey, about graduating college late (she just got her degree, so cool!), and about how NFTs have changed her whole career. We also get to...
2022-07-111h 17
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessThe Dis- and Misinformation of NFTsIn the second episode of season four, Elise Swopes dives into the misinformation of NFTs. While many of the points raised hold weight, many do not. When we understand how dis- or misinformation begins, we can protect ourselves and one another and not close ourselves off to live a fulfilled life.
2022-03-1628 min
The Carly P Reilly ShowDr. Sian Proctor on Afrofuturism, NFTs, Space & More | Overpriced JPEGs #15In this episode, Carly’s talking to the 1st black woman to pilot a spacecraft into orbit & the 1st person to run an NFT auction from space—the inspirational—Dr. Sian Proctor. She also recently launched an illustrated book called, “Space 2 Inspire: The Art of Inspiration by Dr. Proctor,” which is a 22 item 1/1 NFT project with AR components that launched on 2/22/22. And if you weren’t awestruck already, Dr. Proctor comes on Overpriced JPEGs to discuss all of the above and also all things Afrofuturism, how to make the NFT space more diverse, how to overcome imposter syndrome, he...
2022-02-231h 05
Black Tech Unplugged(Ep. 055) Tech Creative Life Unplugged with Elise SwopesConnect with Deena for Career Coaching: https://calendly.com/deena-m-mckay/15min
Failing upward can be a beautiful thing and Elise Swopes tells us how that's possible. She turned her rock bottom, purposeless life into an intentional, healthy, abundant, purposeful experience. That's powerful! Learn how Elise went from college dropout and couch crashing to working with some of our favorite brands (Apple, Adidas, Lady Gaga to name a few) and kicking ass in the NFT community.
Oh and did I mention she met Kanye West?!
Full show notes for this episode: https://blacktechunplugged.com/2022/02/10/ep-055-elise-swopes-unplugged/
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2022-02-1048 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal Success2021 RecapElise Swopes recaps her 2021 with a quick rundown of everything she accomplished, including the hardships. Learn more about her ambitions, intentions, and thoughts about how the year went.
2022-01-0541 min
Deeze SpacesNFT Market OverviewThis space features Cath Simard, John Knopf, Elise Swopes, David Johnston, Steve Walasavage, Eric Rubens along with many other members from the community.The gang talks about the general state of the market and what they think is to come in the near future for all things NFTS. The above guests workcan be found at:https://twitter.com/erubes1https://twitter.com/cathsimard_https://twitter.com/JohnKnopfPhotoshttps://twitter.com/Swopeshttps://twitter.com/djohnstonphotohttps://twitter.com/walasavagephotoCover photo...
2021-11-174h 32
A C.O.O.L PodcastA C.O.O.L Podcast Episode 18 Feat Elise Swopes: CreativityLion Family Media Group Presents A C.O.O.L Podcast "Creatively Optimizing Our Longevity". A Podcast For Creators, Entrepreneurs, Businesses, And Artists All Over The World. Serving The Community And Culture To Uplift And Inspire. Like And Subscribe To Our YouTube Channel! https://www.instagram.com/swopes/?hl=en https://www.swopes.info/
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2021-08-2352 min
The NFT Nick Show#30: Elise Swopes, From Urban Landscapes To Utopian FantasiesElise Swopes is a photographer, iPhone artist, graphic designer, and NFT artist. Elise creates art that converts urban landscapes into utopian fantasies. She’s worked with McDonald's, Apple, Adobe, and more. In this episode Elise discusses going from a college dropout to becoming a successful NFT artist.
2021-06-1028 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessInitiative and Comedic AmbitionsIn the fourth episode of season three, Elise Swopes talks with Elizabeth Aziz, an actress from Chicago. In the first half of the episode, they talk about taking initiative, then the conversation shifts into Liz's stories about psych wards, growing up in Chicago, and becoming a comedian, actress, and writer.
2021-06-021h 40
Home Grown The SeriesHomeGrown The Series | EP. 13 | S-W-O-P-E-SHome Grown the Series is a podcast dedicated to Chicago! Too often news outlets share an incomplete story about this city. We focus on the voices, stories and lives of the individuals who give Chicago its rich culture.HGTS welcome Elise Swopes, graphic designer and photographer. From drawing on KidPics as a child to having her own app Urban Jungle, Swopes loves to create. Join us as she shares stories about her mental health journey and how she tweets daily reminders that can help anyone who reads them achieve their dream. Enjoy the latest episode on HGTS.
2021-05-2951 min
The Allships Podcast6th Transmission: Elise Swopes (@swopes)Welcome to the 6th transmission of the ALLSHIPS podcast, today, I’m speaking with my friend Elise Swopes, who has long been a pioneer on the frontier of digital technologies. We spoke about how technology unlocks creative potential, the long arc of digital evolution, mental health and social media, and a plethora of other topics. Without further ado, let’s dive into this deep chat with @swopes.ALLSHIPS.CO is a creative community, founded by Dave Krugman, based on the idea that a rising tide raises all ships. We believe in collaboration over competition, bein...
2021-05-181h 08
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessOverthinking and Directing CultureIn the third episode of season three, Elise Swopes talks with Sulaiman Shabazz, a musician, producer, designer, and culture director. Suli and Swopes made their song "Drugs" more than ten years ago, and since then, life has changed tremendously. Listen as they chat through those changes. Plus, Elise gives tips on how to curb overthinking.
2021-04-281h 28
NFT RoundtableLizzy Idowu and Elise Swopes on Being Black Woman Artists in The NFT SpaceLizzy Idowu and Elise Swopes are two emerging Black artists who are making waves in the NFT space. Lizzy has been actively engaged in the NFT community through clubhouse and social media, while Elise has been able to leverage her massive success as an iphone artist with names like Kanye West on her resume. You can find links to their social media profiles below. https://www.instagram.com/misslizzy6/ https://www.instagram.com/swopes/
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2021-04-0258 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessNFTs and HealingIn the second episode of season three, Elise Swopes talks with Jetzi Calvin, one of her closest friends of almost fifteen years. Jetzi is a celebrity photographer, spiritual advisor, and political organizer who continues to inspire and change many lives.
Elise also shares the back-end of Crypto Art, as well as her behind-the-scenes thoughts and plans for NFTs.
2021-03-171h 35
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessCreativity and CalligraphyIn this season 3 premiere, Elise Swopes talks with custom calligraphist, Duong Nguyen. The 23-year-old is the go-to for artists who want custom lettering for their projects. Nguyen has created unique type for artists like Kendrick Lamar, Megan Thee Stallion, Bad Bunny, and more, and he's only getting started.
But before that, listen as Elise describes how every person is born creative. She shares tips and tricks on how to pull creativity from within.
2021-02-1747 min
Starting With GratitudeElise Swopes Is Grateful For Her Optimism: Being Mindful, Optimistic, & A Student Of LifeSuccessful Visual Storyteller, Elise Swopes has manifested dream clients and projects but her true fulfillment rests in her self and soul-development, as it does for all of us! Leading a lifestyle of mindfulness and intention, Swopes shares both intimate and purposeful moments of her life, as well as thoughts in her mind in this very special (and diverse) episode.You can learn more about and follow @Swopes on all platforms!Where imperfections are opportunities for growth and time is an opportunity to expand, Swopes and I discuss an array of themes we encounter in life...
2021-01-261h 03
A Lil' Bit of StellaMarie PodcastEpisode 3 – Your Worth Is Not Defined By Your Failures with Elise SwopesChicago native Elise Swopes is a Visual Storyteller, specializing in photography, influencer marketing, and graphic design. Swopes has managed to make a living out of taking and editing photographs on her iPhone. Yes, you heard me correctly, her iPhone. In addition, she inspires others by sharing her methods via her Swopes So Dope podcast, a tutorial video channel, and the Swopes Note newsletter. In this conversation, Swopes and I sat down and spoke about perseverance in the face of failure– How our downfalls are an opportunity for a change.
You can find more about Elise Swopes an...
2021-01-1326 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessInstaCouple: Swopes and trashhandElise Swopes and her boyfriend of 10 years, trashhand, discuss their relationship in-depth for the first time, ever.
2020-12-0244 min
Creating Connections with MagdalenaWhat did you want to be when you "grew" up? Elise SwopesCreative Elise Swopes shares her response to what she wanted to be when she grew up.
2020-12-0125 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal Success100 Questions with Elise SwopesElise Swopes thought it would be fun to answer 200 questions only to find out that at 100 questions in, it's already been one hour, and no one wants to listen to someone talk about themselves for two hours... or do they?
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2020-11-1852 minHe Shoots, He Draws PodcastEp.139 Elise Swopes - Creativity, Growth and Mobile PhotographyThis week's guest is a delightful young photographer, speaker, influencer and hard working creative powerhouse, New York based Elise Swopes. Elise has taken mobile creativity to a whole new place, having built a name for herself through hard work and persistence, we chat to Elise about her beginnings and how she has crafted her brand and abilities to become one of the brightest new influencers in photography, film making and creativity in 2020.Elise on InstagramElise's WebsiteElise at Adobe MaxElise's PodcastArtStudio App LinkBrainFever...
2020-11-091h 06
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessTime Perspective, Expectations, and Project ManagementElise Swopes shares a bit about time perspective and how it affects our outlook and actions (based on the book The Time Paradox). She also talks about how we shouldn't confuse expectations for goals and how with a little bit of project management, anything is possible.
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2020-11-0432 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessChoices, Delayed Gratification, and VeganismElise Swopes believes that choices are possibilities and that with a little bit of hope, planning, and forward-thinking, any choice can be the right choice. She also talks about how practicing delayed gratification can provide a more stable financial, professional, and emotional foundation. As well as some myths and facts about veganism.
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2020-10-2139 minSwopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessHope, Ideas, and ValueElise Swopes knows that hope is a sense of possibility, not passivity. In this podcast, she describes that hope is not a last-ditch effort, but a lifestyle. She also talks about how some of the greatest ideas come from some of the most unexpected moments, and that value is simply the confidence and awareness of one's development.
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2020-10-0752 min
Homeroom With Bunyamin AydinEp 05: Elise SwopesIn episode 05, Bunyamin speaks with self-taught photographer Elise Swopes about being an early adapter to social media, setting the standards for Instagram, and maintaining her artistic integrity while working with brands.
2020-09-2350 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessHabits, Websites, and JournalingElise Swopes talks deeply about what makes a habit good or bad and how to make or break it, plus she chats about what artists and creators should put on their websites. She also talks about the importance of journaling and how to keep up with it.
2020-08-2654 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessPerfectionism, Privilege, and InfluenceElise Swopes chats about perfectionism and how to overcome it, as well as how to use your privilege for good. She also discusses the importance of being an authentic influence.
2020-08-1225 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessPrison Justice: The Damien "ToppNotch" Hodges StoryElise Swopes interviews Damien "ToppNotch" Hodges. He is a father, author, and businessman who has been incarcerated for 11 years. He's currently serving a cruel + unusual sentence of 26 years, which he was contrived to accept in a plea deal under duress to avoid a sentence of 45 years to life. Listen now as he shares this story from inside.
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2020-07-2936 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessFriendship, Family, and ForgivenessElise Swopes chats deeply and personally about what makes a friendship healthy or toxic and gives tips on how to balance work and family by choosing family first. She also talks about how to forgive yourself and others.
2020-07-0843 min
We Are PhotographersElise Swopes - Positivity FirstElise Swopes is a Chicago-bred, Brooklyn-based photographer, graphic designer, videographer, and public speaker. When she first joined Instagram in 2011, she couldn’t have imagined that she’d one day be featured on billboards, in commercials, and on mood boards at agencies across the globe. She just knew that the phone in her hand held an incredible power, one that would allow her to inspire others while showcasing her unique vision. Since then, the self-taught creative has used her business savvy to spin influencer marketing on Instagram into a full-fledged career. Don’t miss Elise’s inspirational TEDx talk and subscrib...
2020-07-0700 min
That Creative LifeElise Swopes - iPhone ONLY Artist w/ an UNBELIEVABLE Portfolio (Adobe, Nike, Google AND MORE)When Elise Swopes first joined Instagram in 2011, she couldn’t have imagined that she’d one day be featured on billboards, in commercials, and on mood boards at agencies across the globe. She creates all of her graphic content ON HER PHONE and is beginning her forte in Cinema 4D art. ELISE SWOPESInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/swopes/Website: https://www.swopes.info/Twitter: https://twitter.com/swopes/Adobe LIVE: https://www.swopes.info/tutorials.html/ THAT CREATIVE LIFE PODCASTWebsite...
2020-06-291h 08
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessEmotions, Restorative Justice, and Personal GrowthElise Swopes talks about the importance of being aware of your emotions and how to be less emotionally driven, and how restorative justice needs to be implemented more. She also talks about the concept of personal growth and what it should entail.
2020-06-2434 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessSelf-Care, Systemic Racism, and Police "Reform"Elise Swopes shares tips on how to practice more self-care and how the lack of self-care actually causes systemic racism. She also gives specific details on how we don't need to reform police but abolish them altogether.
2020-06-1146 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessBeing Yourself, Self-Esteem, and Electronic Press KitsElise Swopes dives into the concept of being yourself and what that means for your self-esteem. She also gives tips on how to create an Electronic Press Kit for creative freelancers.
2020-05-2735 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessResistance, Manifesting, and Freelance ContractsElise Swopes discusses the best ways to be less resistant in your everyday life in order to manifest the things you want. She also shares her experience and advice about how to review freelance contracts.
2020-05-1333 min
5.6.7.EIGHTInstagram Influence and the Exciting Unknown — Elise SwopesThis week on 5.6.7.EIGHT, Aleksandra speaks with Elise Swopes, an Instagram superstar who currently boasts over 282,000 followers, has been featured on billboards and commercials, and has partnered with some of the world's biggest brands, including Adidas, Adobe, and Apple. Recently, Swopes has become committed to sharing her methods with the world and encouraging other photographers through her SWOPES SO DOPE podcast, newsletter, and tutorial video channel. Elise lives the "rags to riches" story, as this college dropout used her phone and some free apps to share her art through a relatively new medium at the time — Instagram. Fas...
2020-05-1241 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessEmotional Intelligence, Productivity, and Fake NewsElise Swopes explains what it takes to practice emotional intelligence and the proper steps to being more productive. She even provides the simplest ways to spot fake news.
2020-04-2937 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessDistraction, Optimism, and EmailElise Swopes talks about how she handles distraction and how she stays optimistic in trying times. She also dives into helpful email etiquette and tips.
2020-04-1544 minSwopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessPresence, Moving, and Brand StrategyElise Swopes shares her tips on how to stay more present in your everyday life and her experience and advice for moving to New York City. Plus, how to decide the direction of your brand with the simple method of brand strategizing.
2020-04-0140 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessTaking Action, Understanding, and Online PresenceElise Swopes checks in with another conversational tip list in taking action, as well as how to understand better and provide yourself with a safe and approachable online presence.
2020-03-1935 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessStress, Leadership, and BalanceElise Swopes talks about the ways she deals with stress, as well as the tips on how to be a leader and how we may be overthinking the concept of balancing personal and work time.
2020-03-0536 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessAccountability, Self-Respect, and MondaysElise Swopes shares her advice on how to be more accountable, as well as tips for working on your self-respect and enjoying your Mondays to the fullest.
2020-01-1538 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessResponding, Confidence, and FearElise Swopes describes the importance of responding instead of reacting, the secrets to more confidence, and how she has fear and does it anyway.
2019-11-1035 min
Anthologies of HopeConversations Cafe: Intersectionality & Mental HealthConversations Cafe: Intersectionality & Mental HealthThe Conversations Cafe is a monthly event at Sip of Hope Coffee Bar featuring education and open forum dialogue on the intersections of Mental Health within our communities. This education event is brought to you by Hope For The Day with support from our partners in prevention, Banyan Treatment Center, Dark Matter Coffee, and Three Run Two.Today's Conversations Cafe episode is titled Mental Health & Intersectionality. Recorded live at the UIC Forum, as part of Hope for the Day's Conversations Summit 2019 and hosted by Hope for the Day COO Carl...
2019-11-081h 03
Gift Biz Unwrapped236 – How to Take Winning Product Photos with Your Phone with Aaron Nace of PHLearn
Getting the best product photos possible is key to any business. For online shops and social media, your images can make or break the sale.
Aaron studied at North Carolina State University and obtained a degree in Industrial Design.
Graduating from college, he thought his path was clear to one day becoming an automotive or furniture designer. That is until a six-month-long trip to South America transformed his life forever.
It was during this time that he fell in love with photography and its power to both facilitate and share adventures.
In 2011, Aaron founded PHLearn to bring free, creative education...
2019-10-1444 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessCommitment, Discipline, and ComparisonElise Swopes describes the difference between commitment and discipline and how to stay goal oriented thanks to both, plus the history behind why we compare ourselves to others and how to beat the negativity that comes with it.
2019-08-1945 min
DYNASTY PODCASTSChicagoverse 237 - SwopesDynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 237 - Swopes
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In an interview recorded at Dynasty Podcasts Studio in Pilsen, Elise Swopes returns to the program to talk about everything going on in her world. Swopes speaks on branching out into other mediums like podcasts and YouTube videos, and also shares her thoughts on longevity in the creative industries, sponsorships and brand work, and more.
Hosted by Jaime Black
Produced by Natalie Aurelia
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2019-07-1543 min
Dynasty Podcasts: ChicagoverseChicagoverse 237 - SwopesDynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 237 - Swopes
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In an interview recorded at Dynasty Podcasts Studio in Pilsen, Elise Swopes returns to the program to talk about everything going on in her world. Swopes speaks on branching out into other mediums like podcasts and YouTube videos, and also shares her thoughts on longevity in the creative industries, sponsorships and brand work, and more.
Hosted by Jaime Black
Produced by Natalie Aurelia
Logo Design by Danyelle Sage | http://danyellesage.com
Web Design by Marcus Carter
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2019-07-1543 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessSoul, Ego, and ComplimentsElise Swopes explains the difference between using your soul and your ego, and how it can affect your everyday life, as well as the best way to use a compliment to your advantage.
2019-07-0857 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessGoals, Worry, and AngerElise Swopes talks about the importance and process of having goals, how to worry less by acceptance, and how to control anger through accountability.
2019-06-0339 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessFlight Prep, Inspiration, and Morning RoutinesElise Swopes gives her in-depth advice about how to prepare for a flight, the difference between motivation and inspiration, how to stay inspired, and the importance of a morning routine.
2019-05-201h 02
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessOrganizing, Motivation, and JudgmentElise Swopes goes into detail about the ways she organizes her day-to-day personally and professionally, the seven secrets steps to staying motivated, and how judgment can make your life more stress free and fulfilling.
2019-04-2944 min
The Jen Z PodcastGoing on a Visual Journey with Elise SwopesIf you don’t already know her, you need to! Elise Swopes is a mobile artist, creative director, graphic designer & visual storyteller from Chicago. If that wasn’t enough, she is an all-around gem! She has an amazing energy and soul! She is completely transparent as we speak on the power of positivity and how she built her Instagram following to 300,000! You definitely want to tune in and learn more about Elise at http://www.swopes.co and follow her on IG @swopes!
2019-04-0300 min
Chi Sounds LikeChi Sounds Like - Elise SwopesIn our ongoing series, This Is What Chicago Sounds Like, we feature the voices and people who contribute to our city’s rich cultural diversity. This month we celebrate women in Chicago who are doing incredible work in the city they love. In this episode, we hear from Elise Swopes, a visual storyteller, photographer, graphic artist and social media influencer. Swopes talks about her love of Chicago skyline and River North neighborhood, becoming obsessed at an early age with graphic design and later mobile photography and Instagram as a creative platform.
For more info about Swopes and her art, visit: ht...
2019-03-2507 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessTime, Flexibility, and ControlIn this Uber sponsored and inspired podcast, Elise Swopes dives into the best ways to make more time for your dreams, as well as how to be more flexible for less stress, and the only 7 things you can control in your life.
2019-03-2227 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessAwareness, Brand Partnerships, and Public SpeakingElise Swopes dives into the concept of awareness and mindfulness, how she gets the brand partnerships she gets, and her process of dealing with the anxiety of public speaking.
2019-03-1845 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessManifesting, Pitching, and PatienceElise Swopes discusses the not-so-magical idea of manifestations, how to pitch your perfect brand, and how to stay patient after you have reached out.
2019-03-0429 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessBeginner Business, Freelance, and NegotiatingElise Swopes talks about her experience with starting a business from nothing, her tips on looking and acting like a professional freelancer, and how to get the money you want in a deal.
2019-02-1231 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessThe Law of Attraction, Taxes, and Being Burnt OutElise Swopes discusses the steps to attracting the things you desire, how to handle taxes as a freelancer, and the best ways to get out of being burnt out.
2019-01-2833 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessAffirmations, Motivation, and Psych WardsElise Swopes chats about the importance of daily affirmations, its difference between "fake it til you make it," and how it ties directly into motivation. As well as her experience with a psychiatric hospitals.
2019-01-1044 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessInfluencer Marketing, Peace, and SuccessElise Swopes chats about how brands and influencers can work better together, how to reach out to brands for influencer marketing projects, how to maintain peace in a stressful world and more.
*Apologies for the sound. Mic was having issues.
2019-01-0244 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessFull-Time Job, Passions, and NegativityElise Swopes talks about how to balance a full-time job with a creative life, when is a good time to go full time with your passion, the power of community, and how to deal with negativity. Listen in on her second episode.
2018-12-2642 min
Swopes So Dope: A Guide to Personal SuccessBudgets, Clout, and Mental HealthElise Swopes gives her advice on money and budgeting, thoughts on the "clout" culture of Chicago, and experience with mental health. Listen in on her first episode.
2018-12-1545 min
The CornerstoreElise Swopes | Growing up mixed in the Chicago suburbs, journey to photography, and the importance of mental healthThe Cornerstore spoke with photographer and graphic designer Elise Swopes about growing up mixed in the Chicago suburbs, her entrance into photography through graphic design, and the importance of mental health.
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2018-02-201h 08
DYNASTY PODCASTSDynasty Panelcasts 006 - Instagram + Visual Storytelling StrategiesDynasty Podcasts
Dynasty Panelcasts 006 - Instagram + Visual Storytelling Strategies
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In a live panel recorded at the offices of experiential marketing agency Mosaic in Chicago's Fulton Market neighborhood, three of Chicago's premier photography talents join Dynasty Podcasts for a conversation on visual storytelling strategies.
Featuring Elise Swopes, Dennis Larance, and Chuck Anderson, aka NoPattern, sharing insights on creating authentic work through their visual channels, as well as their thought thoughts on growing your audience on Instagram, and more.
Recorded June 28th, 2017.
Hosted by Jaime Black
Produced by Dynasty Podcasts
Logo Design by Danyelle Sage...
2018-01-1143 min
DYNASTY PODCASTSChicagoverse 163 - Mel Safford (Chicago Ideas Week)Dynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 163 - Mel Safford (Chicago Ideas Week)
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In the midst of preparing and promoting the festival, Chicago Ideas Week booking director Mel Safford visits Dynasty Podcasts to speak about this year’s CIW.
Safford looks back at her beginning in the creative industries, to her role as a booking producer at Oprah Winfrey’s Harpo Studios. Safford also shares what she loves about her role booking thought leaders as speakers at Chicago Ideas Week, and affirms why it’s important for the festival to remain affordable and accessible to a creative audien...
2017-09-2628 min
Dynasty Podcasts: ChicagoverseChicagoverse 163 - Mel Safford (Chicago Ideas Week)Dynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 163 - Mel Safford (Chicago Ideas Week)
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In the midst of preparing and promoting the festival, Chicago Ideas Week booking director Mel Safford visits Dynasty Podcasts to speak about this year’s CIW.
Safford looks back at her beginning in the creative industries, to her role as a booking producer at Oprah Winfrey’s Harpo Studios. Safford also shares what she loves about her role booking thought leaders as speakers at Chicago Ideas Week, and affirms why it’s important for the festival to rem...
2017-09-2628 min
Dynasty Podcasts: ChicagoverseChicagoverse 135 - Nico Rud (Chicago Creatives)Dynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 135 - Nico Rud (Chicago Creatives)
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Chicago journalist Nico Rud takes a break from interviewing talent for his Chicago Creatives site, for his first time being interviewed anywhere, on Dynasty Podcasts recorded at Virgin Hotels.
Rud recalls being introduced to punk and graffiti culture through the Internet back in the days of Myspace, before experiencing it firsthand once he moved to the city. The writer reveals how he originally covered fashion culture via Instagram, before expanding to showcase a wider range of talent via his Chicago Creatives...
2017-08-0326 min
Dynasty Podcasts: ChicagoverseChicagoverse 118 - Roger Tino MoralesDynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 118 - Roger Tino Morales
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Multi-media journalist Roger Tino Morales visits Dynasty Podcasts at Virgin Hotels Chicago to talk about his work with the Chicago Tribune and more.
Morales recalls how he got his start as a photo and video journalist, and reveals how he began working with the Chicago Tribune. The visual artist also speaks on Chicago talent he's produced stories on, including Elise Swopes, Saba, Malcolm London, and more. Finally, Morales speaks on how he chooses his story's subjects.
Hosted by Jaime Black
2017-08-0320 min
DYNASTY PODCASTSChicagoverse 135 - Nico Rud (Chicago Creatives)Dynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 135 - Nico Rud (Chicago Creatives)
http://dynastypodcasts.com
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Chicago journalist Nico Rud takes a break from interviewing talent for his Chicago Creatives site, for his first time being interviewed anywhere, on Dynasty Podcasts recorded at Virgin Hotels.
Rud recalls being introduced to punk and graffiti culture through the Internet back in the days of Myspace, before experiencing it firsthand once he moved to the city. The writer reveals how he originally covered fashion culture via Instagram, before expanding to showcase a wider range of talent via his Chicago Creatives work.
Rud recalls how...
2017-04-1626 min
DYNASTY PODCASTSChicagoverse 118 - Roger Tino MoralesDynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 118 - Roger Tino Morales
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Multi-media journalist Roger Tino Morales visits Dynasty Podcasts at Virgin Hotels Chicago to talk about his work with the Chicago Tribune and more.
Morales recalls how he got his start as a photo and video journalist, and reveals how he began working with the Chicago Tribune. The visual artist also speaks on Chicago talent he's produced stories on, including Elise Swopes, Saba, Malcolm London, and more. Finally, Morales speaks on how he chooses his story's subjects.
Hosted by Jaime Black
Produced by Dynasty Podcasts
Audrey Sutherland...
2017-01-0620 min