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It's a balancing act

Season 2, Ep. 3

Hello again! In this episode of artists in pyjamas we are back together chatting about what we've been up to for the last few weeks. From balancing studio time with part-time jobs and commissions, to taking care of our mental well-being, we open up about what a day to day life of an artist looks like.

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  • 1. Ep 1. Life in quarantine

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    Talking about our journey as art student, how we'll overcome the difficulties due to quarantine and confront our practice to new challenges. We'll talk about the importance of community and support during those times ! Enjoy !
  • 2. Ep 2. Journey to art school, French VS English education.

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    Join us as we discuss and compare each of our journeys to art school, comparing our experiences of a French and English education. Looking back at art, craft and textile stereotypes that we encountered along the way.
  • 3. Ep 3. Taking and giving constructive criticism

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    Today Chloé and I talk about our experience with criticism. How can constructive criticism help develop your work, when do you take it on and when do you stick to your gut. We also discuss confidence in your self and your work, and how to give constructive feedback to your peers.
  • 4. Ep 4. Anxiety in art studies

    23:15
    During this stressful and uncertain time, we are all suffering with anxiety. Today we look back at our experience with anxiety whilst studying art. We discuss how we cope with it and what we do to try and overcome it. Tune in for a positive talk and some insight into our weird habits. Stay home, stay safe and enjoy!
  • 5. Ep 5. Art of Acting with Guest Hugo Papiernik

    35:24
    In this fifth episode we are joined by Hugo Papiernik, a current Drama School student! We discuss his creative process for both his art and acting and slowly fall into an unplanned deep conversation of how theatre and art will survive in a world of confinement.
  • 6. Ep 6. Artistic collaboration with Thomas Couffe and Camille Simon

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    With quarantine starting up again, Chloe and Livia connect online with artists Thomas Couffe and Camille Simon from Paris. In this episode we discuss studies, collaboration, social media and the inspiration behind BBBMagazine. Find them on instagram @BBBmagazine and the work we discussed on this podcast on our instagram @artists_in_pyjamas
  • 7. Ep 7. In Conversation with Textile Artist Woojin Joo

    38:59
    Joining us this week is a dear friend and a fellow Mixed Media student at the Royal College of Art, Woojin Joo! Woojin uses embroidery to create a new narrative for neglected materials. The work that we talk about in this podcast can be seen on our Instagram @artists_in_pyjamas and on her Instagram @woojinstudio
  • 8. Ep 8. Re-connecting with nature through making with Katrina Wilde

    44:55
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