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Urzeczywistnij swoje JA! Podcast Marty Iwanowskiej - Polkowskiej04_Parenting Talks_Macierzyństwo bez filtra_dr Ania Orawiec o radości i trudach bycia mamą | KinderkraftDziś po drugiej stronie mikrofon goszczę doktor Anię Orawiec (Parzyńską), znaną w sieci jako Doctor Ashtanga/, która na swoim profilu na Instagramie przeplata wiedzę na temat ginekologii i zdrowia intymnego kobiet, z odważnym stawaniem po stronie kobiet i naszych praw reprodukcyjnych. Ania też odsłaniania kulisy swojego macierzyństwa, jako mama uroczej trzylatki. Jest też żoną, jest też joginką. A od niedawna też podcasterką. Od jakiegoś czasu marzyłam, by zaprosić Anię do mojego podcaatu licząc na szczerą i prawdziwą rozmowę o nas kobietach. Specjalizacja Ani, czyli ginekologia, jest najbliższą nam kobietom specjalizacją. Dlatego byłam bardzo ciekawa je...2025-04-0153 min
Urzeczywistnij swoje JA! Podcast Marty Iwanowskiej - Polkowskiej03_Parenting Talks_O wybieraniu swojego życia. Rozmowa z Mamajastado_Marią Śpikowską | KinderkraftSą takie kobiety w sieci, które inspirują mnie od pierwszego spotkania, choć te spotkanie było w sieci. Taką kobietą jest Maria Śpikowska znana w siecie jako Mamajastado. Jeżeli jeszcze jej nie znacie zajrzyjcie koniecznie, by poznać silną, radosną i bardzo mądrą kobietę, która na co dzień ogarnia prawdziwe, żywe, piękne stado swojej rodzinki, a konkretnie siódemki dzieci. Odcinek, który już dziś posłuchać to kolejna rozmowa o macierzyństwie, którą nagrałam razem z Kinderkraft.Marka Kinderkraft jest liderem i producentem artykułów dziecięcych - wózków, fotelików samochodowych, rowerków oraz produk...2025-02-0550 min
Urzeczywistnij swoje JA! Podcast Marty Iwanowskiej - Polkowskiej02_Parenting Talks_Tato! Usłysz jak dziecko mówi do ciebie, kocham cię! Rozmowa z Mariuszem Zielonką | KinderkraftLubię rozmawiać o tym jak jest naprawdę, w życiu, w pracy i w rodzicielstwie. Dlatego też z wielką ciekawością i przyjemnością przyjęłam zaproszenie od marki Kinderkraft do nagrania wspólnych odcinków dotykających szeroko pojętej radości w rodzicielstwie i nażywania się nim. Marka Kinderkraft jest liderem i producentem artykułów dziecięcych, niezbędnych na różnych etapach rodzicielskiej drogi. Czyli wózków, fotelików samochodowych, rowerków oraz produktów do domu – m.in. bujaczków, łóżeczek, krzesełek do karmienia. A my wspólnie będziemy nagrywać serię rozmów o nazwie Parenting Talks z okazji uruchomi...2024-10-1446 min
Urzeczywistnij swoje JA! Podcast Marty Iwanowskiej - Polkowskiej01_Parenting Talks_O nażywaniu się życiem, będąc Mamą. Bo nie jesteś tylko mamą. Rozmowa z Justyną Szyc – Nagłowską | KinderkraftOdkąd premierę miała moja książka #nażyćsię nie ustają pytania o to, jak nażywać się, żyć pełnią życia będąc mamą, tatą, będąc rodzicem. Jak uczyć nażywania się dzieci? Nad odpowiedzią na to drugie pytanie jeszcze dumam, ale już jakiś czas temu zdecydowałam się poprzyglądać się szerzej i głębiej dobremu życiu w roli rodzica.Tym bardziej z wielką ciekawością i przyjemnością przyjęłam zaproszenie od marki Kinderkraft do nagrania wspólnych odcinków dotykających szeroko pojętej radości w rodzicielstwie i nażywaniasię nim. Marka Kinderkraft j...2024-07-1949 min
MimiAsk Mel & Maddy #11 - On freelancing full time, picking colour palettes, the least and the most money we've made from licensing and moreWelcome to Ask Mel & Maddy with illustrators Melanie Johnsson and Maddy VianAbout:We are both passionate about the creative industry and illustration in particular. We feel like sometimes being an illustrator means being lonely and not necessarily know where to turn for help or advice. We’ve both been working as illustrators for a while now and although we’re always keen to answer art questions online, we thought it would be super fun to create a space where you can ask questions to us about anything related to art, design and illu...2024-07-1548 min
MimiAsk Mel & Maddy #10 - On experimenting within your style, setting up an art studio, portfolio top tips and moreWelcome to Ask Mel & Maddy with illustrators Melanie Johnsson and Maddy VianAbout:We are both passionate about the creative industry and illustration in particular. We feel like sometimes being an illustrator means being lonely and not necessarily know where to turn for help or advice. We’ve both been working as illustrators for a while now and although we’re always keen to answer art questions online, we thought it would be super fun to create a space where you can ask questions to us about anything related to art, design and illu...2024-07-0147 min
MimiAsk Mel & Maddy #9 - On style, licensing, associations for illustrators and books that changed our (creative) livesWelcome to Ask Mel & Maddy with illustrators Melanie Johnsson and Maddy VianAbout:We are both passionate about the creative industry and illustration in particular. We feel like sometimes being an illustrator means being lonely and not necessarily know where to turn for help or advice. We’ve both been working as illustrators for a while now and although we’re always keen to answer art questions online, we thought it would be super fun to create a space where you can ask questions to us about anything related to art, design and illu...2024-06-1252 min
MimiAsk Mel & Maddy #8 - On The Pattern Challenge, who you should create for, selling art online and when (and if!) you should give up a creative careerWelcome to Ask Mel & Maddy with illustrators Melanie Johnsson and Maddy VianAbout:We are both passionate about the creative industry and illustration in particular. We feel like sometimes being an illustrator means being lonely and not necessarily know where to turn for help or advice. We’ve both been working as illustrators for a while now and although we’re always keen to answer art questions online, we thought it would be super fun to create a space where you can ask questions to us about anything related to art, design and illu...2024-05-2047 min
MimiAsk Mel & Maddy #7 - On ways to promote your work outside social media, what illustration agents look for and how to follow up on emailsWelcome to Ask Mel & Maddy with illustrators Melanie Johnsson and Maddy VianAbout:We are both passionate about the creative industry and illustration in particular. We feel like sometimes being an illustrator means being lonely and not necessarily know where to turn for help or advice. We’ve both been working as illustrators for a while now and although we’re always keen to answer art questions online, we thought it would be super fun to create a space where you can ask questions to us about anything related to art, design and illu...2024-05-0649 min
MimiAsk Mel & Maddy #6 - On the magic of taking a break, why Mel is getting an illustration agent again and what to do after University (hint: find your voice)Welcome to Ask Mel & Maddy with illustrators Melanie Johnsson and Maddy VianAbout:We are both passionate about the creative industry and illustration in particular. We feel like sometimes being an illustrator means being lonely and not necessarily know where to turn for help or advice. We’ve both been working as illustrators for a while now and although we’re always keen to answer art questions online, we thought it would be super fun to create a space where you can ask questions to us about anything related to art, design and illu...2024-04-0838 min
MimiAsk Mel & Maddy #5 - On style consistency, licensing for brands, reaching out to clients and what AI means for artistsWelcome to Ask Mel & Maddy with illustrators Melanie Johnsson and Maddy VianAbout:We are both passionate about the creative industry and illustration in particular. We feel like sometimes being an illustrator means being lonely and not necessarily know where to turn for help or advice. We’ve both been working as illustrators for a while now and although we’re always keen to answer art questions online, we thought it would be super fun to create a space where you can ask questions to us about anything related to art, design and illu...2024-03-1845 min
MimiEp#23 Bijou Karman - On her love of dolls and fashion growing up, her process painting for her latest book and why having an agent works for herIn today's episode, I chat with the wonderful LA based artist Bijou Karman. I've loved Bijou's work for years and I first met her online when I asked to interview her for my magazine Spellbound. In our chat, we talk about her creative upbringing and super cool mom as well as her love of vintage fashion. We bring up the latest book she illustrated called Style Legends, Rebels, and Visionaries which is absolutely beautiful. She talks us through her process and we also learn what her favourite style legends are... We also discussed why having an agent works for...2024-03-1149 min
Talk Paper ScissorsAligning Type and Aligning Values with Melanie JohnssonSend us a textThis is the fifth episode in a 5-part guest lecture series in GCM 806 Advanced Typography, speaking with type professionals all over the world. Next stop Margate, UK!In this episode you’ll hear illustrator, Melanie Johnsson, discuss her family history of graphic design, as well as her favourite tools including how and why she loves Adobe Photoshop. Mel describes how personal branding plays a huge role in today’s world of graphic design and the ways that making your core values known to the world c...2024-03-0847 min
MimiAsk Mel & Maddy #4 - On the Pattern Challenge, our biggest clients so far, faking it till you make it and perfectionnism...Welcome to Ask Mel & Maddy with illustrators Melanie Johnsson and Maddy VianAbout:We are both passionate about the creative industry and illustration in particular. We feel like sometimes being an illustrator means being lonely and not necessarily know where to turn for help or advice. We’ve both been working as illustrators for a while now and although we’re always keen to answer art questions online, we thought it would be super fun to create a space where you can ask questions to us about anything related to art, design and illu...2024-03-0450 min
MimiEp#22 David Shillinglaw - On the magic of travelling alone, the need for sketchbooks and the power of zinesIn today's episode, I meet with british artist David Shillinglaw in his Margate studio, surrounded by colourful artworks from both his collection and his partner's Lily Mixe (who also sat with us, working on a piece in the background). It was lovely recording this chat in person, seeing David in his environment and observing his paintings, notebooks and other curiosities up close.We covered a lot of grounds in our chat, from the magic of travelling on your own to the power of making zines as well as his love of sketchbooks. David...2024-02-121h 00
MimiAsk Mel & Maddy #3 - On using Adobe over Procreate, sharing on social media, what we have for breakfast and moreWelcome to Ask Mel & Maddy with illustrators Melanie Johnsson and Maddy VianAbout this:We are both passionate about the creative industry and illustration in particular. We feel like sometimes being an illustrator means being lonely and not necessarily know where to turn for help or advice. We’ve both been working as illustrators for a while now and although we’re always keen to answer art questions online, we thought it would be super fun to create a space where you can ask questions to us about anything related to art, design and illustration! We a...2024-02-0543 min
MimiEp# 21 Marloes De Vries - On finding flow through writing, boundaries and doing a big resetIn today’s episode, I have a conversation with the talented Marloes DeVries, a dutch artist, illustrator and author. She’s truly multi-talented. In our chat, we explore her upbringing in the countryside and how she knew very early on that she wanted to be a painter. We also discuss how she progressively went from illustrating other people’s visions, especially in children’s books, to sharing her own. Marloes also recently released her first book, for now only available in dutch, titled “Having children is optional” which led to a very interesting conversation...2024-01-2959 min
MimiAsk Mel & Maddy #2 - On illustrating children's books, finding clients, navigating suppliers and moreWelcome to Ask Mel & Maddy with illustrators Melanie Johnsson and Maddy VianAbout this:We are both passionate about the creative industry and illustration in particular. We feel like sometimes being an illustrator means being lonely and not necessarily know where to turn for help or advice. We’ve both been working as illustrators for a while now and although we’re always keen to answer art questions online, we thought it would be super fun to create a space where you can ask questions to us about anything related to art, design and illustration! We a...2024-01-2240 min
MimiEp#20 Alice Buda - On her role art directing for Frankie Magazine, her love of letterforms and how the magazine industry is doingIn today’s episode, I chat with the wonderful Alice Buda. Alice is the art director for Frankie Magazine - yes you heard it right - Frankie, every creative person’s favourite magazine.Based in Australia, Alice has had a wonderful journey from studying visual communication to now working within Frankie’s team.These days, she is doing a lot of different exciting things, from lettering and illustration to art directing photoshoots and picking collaborators.I loved getting to know Alice and hearing some of the industry secrets - from paper problems to pickin...2024-01-1553 min
MimiAsk Mel & Maddy #1 - On style evolution, social media and new year intentionsWelcome to Ask Mel & Maddywith illustrators Melanie Johnsson and Maddy VianWhy are we launching “Ask Mel & Maddy” on the Mimi Podcast?We are both passionate about the creative industry and illustration in particular. We feel like sometimes being an illustrator means being lonely and not necessarily know where to turn for help or advice. We’ve both been working as illustrators for a while now and although we’re always keen to answer art questions online, we thought it would be super fun to create a space where you can ask question...2024-01-0835 min
MimiEp#19 Margo in Margate - On putting in the work, overcoming her fears and finding success later on in life In today’s episode, I chat with the prolific Margo McDaid a.k.a Margo in Margate in my studio. It’s wonderfully exciting getting to talk face to face for a change instead of via Zoom!Margo is based in Thanet just like me, she lives in Ramsgate but Margate holds a very special place in her heart and in her practice too - it’s no coincidence her artist name is Margo in Margate!During our conversation, we talked about the idea of success later in life, how one’s style evolves over time and...2024-01-011h 16
MimiSEASON FINALE Ep#18 Charlotte Love - On her creative journey to styling, her quirky faces and juggling motherhood and freelance life Today's episode is the last one of Season 1 of the Mimi podcast and it's a great one! I am chatting with Charlotte Love, a stylist and image-maker from the UK. You've probably seen her faces on Instagram - quirky and funny compositions she makes by adding eyes onto random objects. But Charlotte doesn't just make faces, she's also a very accomplished stylist whose journey is fascinating. In our chat, we discuss what lent her to styling, how much she loves it and what crazy cool experiences she's had along the way. We also talk about her faces, when she...2023-08-0757 min
MimiEp#17 Myriam Van Neste - On colour, paper collages and rooting for transparency in the creative industryIn today's episode, I chat with Myriam Van Neste, an illustrator and maker from Quebec. Before embarking on her illustration journey, Myriam was a sculptor - and you can still see the influences of her previous creative life in her creations and all her collages. We talked about the idea of reaching success "later" on in life and how it feels to always be ready to re-invent yourself. It was so fun hearing about her process and how much she loves using paper and colour in her work.We also discussed her love of Scandinavian design, what she wishes...2023-07-2447 min
MimiEp#16 Tabara N'Diaye - On shining a light on Senegalese craftsmanship, building La Basketry and down to earth dreamsIn today's episode, I have a conversation with Tabara indjiai, the creative mind behind La Basketry. Tabara founded her small business back in 2017, inspired by the skills and stories of the female artisans in a small village outside her parents hometown in Senegal. In our chat, we explored her journey from growing up in Paris to moving to the UK and building a life in London. Tabara shared the beautiful story behind La Basketry, alongside the joys and the struggles of growing a small business. We also talked about her love for writing, her latest pop-up and what her...2023-07-1743 min
MimiEp#15 Liz Mosley - On her creative purpose, motherhood and powering through rejectionsIn today's episode, I caught up with creative extraordinaire Liz Mosley. Liz and I are internet pals who first met when Liz took part in the Pattern Challenge. Since then, Liz has also held a Branding Masterclass on Mimi. Sharing her knowledge and journey is what she does best! Liz is a branding designer, a podcast host to her own show Building your Brand, an ambassor for Adobe Express and more. In our chat, we talked about the ways she figured out how to reconcile all the things she does and make sense of her mission which is ultimately...2023-07-1051 min
MimiEp#14 Diane Villadsen - On being self-taught, California light and Surrealist editsIn today's episode, I chat with Diane Villadsen, a photographer based in sunny LA. Diane is one of my favourite photographers and it's easy to guess why when looking at her work: it's colourful, bold, quirky and sometimes surrealist. We talked about her journey from linguistic to photography, her process when it comes to editing her work and where she finds inspiration. We also chatted about her love of passion projects, what she wishes she'd known when she started out and how she handles the ups and downs of freelance life. It was so fun getting to know Diane...2023-07-0357 min
MimiEp#13 Erin Miller Wray - On merging art and athletics, crafting genuine relationships and dream collabsIn today's episode, I get to catch up with Erin Miller Wray. Erin and I first met when I interviewed her for my magazine, Spellbound, just before Covid hit a few years ago. Erin is an amazing artist, muralist and designer based in Los Angeles. In our chat, we talked about her journey from growing up playing sports to moving out to LA to pursue acting before finding her voice and shining creatively through art. Erin also shared how her newest dream collab' with Rip Curl came about, why she values community so much and what her dreams and...2023-06-2651 min
MimiEp#12 Cait Miers - On surf photography, pinch me moments and trusting the UniverseIn today's episode, I have a lovely chat with Cait Miers, a surf and fashion photographer originally from the Mornington Peninsula in Australia. If you love surf imagery, you will have seen Cait's photographs for WSL, Roxy, Billabong or again Lululemon. In this chat, we talk about her journey to becoming a surf photographer and what her lifestyle truly looks like these days. We chat about her experiences shooting female surf icons on and off the water, what her favourite shooting memory is and how she feels about traveling around the world for her job. We also talked about...2023-06-1944 min
MimiEp#11 Daniel Dooreck - On turning mud into really nice ceramics, work life balance and wild dreamsIn today’s episode, I chat with Daniel Dooreck from Danny’s Mudshop, a potter currently living in sunny LA. If you’re into pottery and ceramics, you’ve probably seen Danny’s work on social media - his hand thrown creations are carved with pictures of cowboy boots, snakes and other desert inspired images. In our chat, we talked about Danny’s journey from working in the wine and food industry to discovery pottery and going full time with his mud shop. We talked about his creative process, why it’s hard to scale and how terrifiying shipping his work can b...2023-06-1240 min
MimiEp#10 Naomi Anderson-Subryan - On collages, jelly cake ceramics and social media comparisonIn today’s episode, I talk to Naomi Anderson-Subryan, an illustrator and maker from the UK. Naomi grew up wanting to be an actor but ended up falling in love with illustration while studying at Camberwell in London. We chatted about her work, which is so unique, colourful and kitsch. We explored her feelings navitaging illustration, collage and ceramics and being inspired by pop culture. We also talked about some of the struggles that come with being in the creative industry and what her dream projects are for the coming months. Naomi just installed her newest work at the Do...2023-06-0547 min
MimiEp#9 Liv Lee - On native Australian flora, joyful collaborations and knowing her worthIn today’s episode, I talked to Liv Lee. Liv is a joyful illustrator from Australia and I really adored getting to know her a bit more.We talked about her dreamy and wild childhood, her love of native Australian flora which inspires her work to this day and what her creative process is.We also discussed how art can bring us joy and how she feels about social media.Liv has worked with some amazing clients but we recorded our discussion before Liv released her dreamy collab’ with Gorman clothing...which I hope...2023-05-2950 min
MimiEp#8 Jon Klassen - On his creative process, drawing in public and being inspired by filmsIn today’s episode, I have a conversation with Jon Klassen. Jon is an illustrator originally from Canada who now lives in LA. If you have kids, I bet that you already own at least one of the amazing books he’s worked on...His first solo picture book I want my hat back was published in 2011 and he’s then gone on to write and illustrate many more (my favourite being This is not my hat, about a fish who steals a hat from a much bigger fish...).We talk about Jon’s creative process...2023-05-221h 09
MimiEp#7 Elspeth Mills - On designing in house for Lucy & Yak, seeking inspiration and living in the momentIn today’s episode, I chat with Elspeth Mills. Elspeth has a veryyyy exciting job: she’s the lead designer at lucy & yak. I‘m pretty sure you know this very popular, joyful and sustainable UK fashion brand (you might even own a pair of their famous dungarees!) We talk about how she landed this dream job, what her process in creating patterns is, where she find inspiration and who her dream collab’ would be...(hint: he’s a very stylish and handsome brit). It was fun getting to chat about her experience working in house (instead of freelancing) and I’m su...2023-05-1548 min
MimiEp#6 Lalese Stamps - On building Lolly Lolly ceramics, being a confident leader and making time for self-careIn today’s episode, I chat with Lalese Stamps. Lalese is a wonderful creative spirit: she started out in the industry as a graphic designer before fully embracing ceramics and creating her beautiful brand Lolly Lolly ceramics. We talk about her 100 mugs a day challenge which propulsed her into the light at the same time as the Black Lives Matter movement was gaining popularity back in 2020 and how everything felt to her. We talk about her process, her inspirations and how she now runs a very successful business, having to wear all the hats. Lalese is such an inspiration an...2023-05-0856 min
MimiEp#5 Poppy Magda - On impostor syndrome, illustration agents and planting seedsIn today's episode, I chat to Madeleine, a.k.a Poppy Magda, an illustrator from France whose work is truly diverse, joyful and current. Her digital collages are inspired by women, culture and fashion, amongst other things. We talked about her process and inspirations as well as how having an agent early on in her career shaped her journey as an illustrator. We also talk about her inspirations, what she loves doing when she isn't drawing and why planting seeds along the way is important...You can follow her on social media https://www.instagram.com/poppy...2023-05-0147 min
MimiEp#4 Ana Gaman - On art theft, AI art and building a farm in GreeceIn today's episode, I talk to Ana Gaman, a designer and illustrator originally from Romania now based in Luxembourg. In this chat, we talk about how Ana has been juggling a full time job as a designer with her budding illustration career (hint: she's taken a sabbatical!). We explore her work, what her dream projects are and how she's recently had to deal with art theft online. We also chatted about AI art and most importantly, her dream to live in Greece and have a farm (which is actually coming true!). I'm sure this conversation will leave you inspired...2023-04-2448 min
MimiEp#3 Owen Davey - On researching animals, setting boundaries and snorkeling in the BahamasIn today's episode, I talk to illustrator extraordinaire Owen Davey. Owen and I really got along and we ended up going on a lot of fun tangents - chatting about everything from freelance life, his way of working, his colour palettes as well as the time he got to go to the Bahamas after creating a poster for his client Beneath the Waves. We also talked about the work he's doing through his Portfolio reviews to try and make the industry more diverse and inclusive as well as his tips for a good work/life balance (hint: setting boundaries...2023-04-1755 min
MimiEp#2 Marilyne Blais - On zoom cups for zoom, refining her process and growing her ceramic studioIn today's episode, I get to chat with the awesome ceramicist Maryline Blais. If you haven’t seen Maryline’s jug mugs and zoom cups yet, then you’re missing out. I’ve been a fan of her for years now as anyone could tell from my collection of colourful mugs and objets from her. In our conversation, we talk about how it felt growing up in Quebec in a small town being the creative one in a family of hockey players. We also chat a lot about her moving to Berlin and growing her brand and craft, perfecting her proc...2023-04-1051 min
MimiEp#1 Clémence Gouy - On amplifying other people's voices, illustration and rollerskatingIn today’s episode, I chat with Clemence Gouy. Clemence is an illustrator originally from France, who now lives in Amsterdam. Her work is bold, powerful and thought-provoking. In our conversation, we talk about her growing up in Brittany, living on a sailboat for a while with her family and how inspiring it was to have her mum also be a graphic designer and illustrator. We also talked about her creative journey to where she is now, from where she studied to the multiple internships she did around the world before starting her freelance career in the Netherlands....2023-04-0349 min
The Enthusiast & CoMélanie Johnsson: Illustration, Open Water, and Creativity in MotherhoodToday's episode is with Mélanie Johnsson, a freelance illustrator and creator of Spellbound Magazine, with a penchant for bright colours, good vibes, and eco-conscious messaging. I've been a fan of Mélanie's for a while now, so relished the chance to sit down with her (virtually) and ask what inspires her and what she's enthusiastic about! We chatted about her career as an illustrator and designer, her love for being near open water, and her need for creativity to always be involved in her life, as well as how excited she is about her imminent arrival. Yo...2021-03-1030 min
Fearless Fempreneur ShowBelieve in Yourself As a Creative FempreneurIt's not easy to start a business, but when you believe in yourself, you have all the hope in the world to be successful. In this episode, we spoke with Melanie Johnsson, a celebrity graphic designer and illustrator. She shares her journey and how it has helped shape her to be who she is today.2019-08-0707 min