Windowsill Chats
Margo Tantau
Windowsill Chats is a podcast for artists and creatives who are curious about what it's like to live, work & walk a creative path. You'll find honest stories, refreshing tips, artistic business advice and real conversations with global artists & makers just like you. Host Margo Tantau, a 30+ year Creative Director, Product Designer & maker, is a cheerleader for your success. Come grab a cuppa & join her in her sunny windowsill.
Categories: Arts
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In this part 2 of 2 episode, Margo is joined by founder of Lonesome Pictopia, Melanie Nead. Rooted in American tattooing, the wild spaces of the Pacific Northwest, and the belief that all work should be a force for good, Lonesome Pictopia is a woman-owned design collective creating magical worlds with original wallpapers, textiles, and murals. After fifteen years as a custom tattoo artist, Melanie turned her love of plants and pattern to creating one-of-a-kind, hand-painted murals, with an eye on releasing a house line in the spirit of historic wallcoverings. Their deeply designed wallpapers are traditionally printed in the UK by a sustainable manufacturer of some of the finest wallpapers in the world. Her work has appeared in Architectural Digest, Luxe Magazine, Casa Vogue Brazil, and the Business of Home podcast, among many others.
Margo and Melanie discuss:
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How to manage project expectations, setting clear boundaries and communication with clients
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The power in systems in order to save time and costs
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How building in a margin of error to the cost of projects has helped her team
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Infusing personal values and making a social impact into her work
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Math and knowing your numbers as a creative business owner
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Positioning yourself and how it can build confidence
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And more!
Connect with Melanie:
www.instagram.com/lonesomepictopia
Connect with Margo:
www.instagram.com/windowsillchats
Previous episodes
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249 - From Tattoos to Wallpaper: The Impact of Authenticity and Creative Drive with Melanie Nead (Part 2)Wed, 17 Apr 2024
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248 - From Tattoos to Wallpaper: The Impact of Authenticity and Creative Drive with Melanie Nead (Part 1)Wed, 10 Apr 2024
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247 - The Creative Journey to Inner Freedom: Using Art Making as a Portal for Personal Discovery and Self Expression with Jessica SwiftWed, 03 Apr 2024
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246 - Permission to be an Artist: Valuing Art Beyond Problem-Solving and Advocating for Artists in the Age of AI with Megan AumanWed, 27 Mar 2024
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245 - Leading a Lit(erate) Life: Crafting a Book Apothecary, Embracing Reading Rituals, and Rediscovering Creativity Through the Power of Reading and Writing with Stephanie AffinitoWed, 20 Mar 2024
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244 - What It Really Means to Have Creative Freedom: Lisa Congdon on Embracing Hobbies, Cultivating Discipline, and Making Space for Joy and EaseWed, 13 Mar 2024
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243 - Unleashing Authenticity and Baring It All: The Art of Empowerment Photography and Retreats with Sarah LeaderWed, 06 Mar 2024
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242 - The Interplay of Health and Art: Prioritizing Self-Care while Discovering New Creative Passions with Lori SiebertWed, 28 Feb 2024
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241 - Paint Brushes to Balance Sheets: Financial Literacy, Tax Knowledge and How to Break the Starving Artist Stereotype With Hannah ColeWed, 21 Feb 2024
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240 - Infusing Identity into Art and the Power of Personal Beliefs in Professional Projects with Suzy Ultman (Part 2)Wed, 14 Feb 2024 - 0h
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239 - Infusing Identity into Art and the Power of Personal Beliefs in Professional Projects with Suzy Ultman (Part 1)Wed, 07 Feb 2024 - 0h
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238 - Coloring Outside the Lines: Inspiring "Smileishness" Through the Art of Jules GisslerWed, 31 Jan 2024 - 0h
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237 - Champagne Fabulous: Living Unapologetically, Aging Inappropriately and Embracing Individuality with Mandi BlackfordWed, 24 Jan 2024
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236 - The Bold-Faced Truth: Deep Diving Communication, Emotional Intelligence and Self-Worth With Amy Green SmithWed, 17 Jan 2024
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235 - Consistency in Creativity: Nurturing Confidence, Discovering Passions, and Staying Fit Creatively with Beth BuffingtonWed, 10 Jan 2024
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234 - When You Believe In Yourself You Can Do Anything: Ping He on Embracing Your Own Potential, Taking Calculated Risks, and Making Room for Creative SpontaneityWed, 03 Jan 2024
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233 - The Other Side of the Windowsill: Self Reflection, Reinvention, and Helping Other Recognize Their Potential With MargoWed, 27 Dec 2023
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232 - Exploring the Interwoven Journey of Spirituality and Creativity: Jade Chen on Shamanic Practices, the Potency of Nature, and Personal EvolutionWed, 20 Dec 2023 - 0h
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231 - Connecting With Your Emotions Through Art: Rukmini Poddar on 100-Day Projects, Making Space for Discomfort, and Breaking Through Resistance in CreativityWed, 13 Dec 2023
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230 - Embracing Shadow, Spirituality, and Sacred Spaces to Become Our Most Creative and Authentic Selves with Marisa HandlerWed, 06 Dec 2023 - 0h
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229 - Breaking Barriers and Inspiring Confidence: Britta Borden-Tabor on Uplifting Women and Embracing Your Unique SelfWed, 29 Nov 2023 - 0h
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228 - Colors of Healing: Robyn Thayer Unravels the Art of Self-Discovery and Transforming Pain Into Beauty Through PaintingWed, 22 Nov 2023
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227 - Creative Pathways and Coastal Inspirations: Cass Deller on Entrepreneurship, Finding Your Unique Style, and Collaboration as the Backbone of Her CareerWed, 15 Nov 2023
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226 - From Dentistry to Hand-Painted Art: Ivy Zellmer on Building Credibility, Reputation and Connection as an ArtistWed, 08 Nov 2023
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225 - Drawing Digital: An Inspiring Conversation with Lisa Bardot on Procreate, the Joy of Art-Making, and Uncovering the Brush Strokes of CreativityWed, 01 Nov 2023 - 0h
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224 - Chalk Paint Revolution: A Colorful Conversation With Annie Sloan on Creative Innovation and PossibilitiesWed, 25 Oct 2023
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223 - Coming Home to Your True Self: Shelley Tantau on Liberation, Letting Go of 'Shoulds,' and Healing the HealersWed, 18 Oct 2023
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222 - Destination Eichler: Accessible Design, Stunning Images and Approaching Creativity and Collaboration Uniquely With Karen Nepacena and Christopher DibbleWed, 11 Oct 2023
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221 - Creating Outside the Lines: Megan Price Shares All About Her Handmaking Process From Paint to PaperWed, 04 Oct 2023
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220 - Putting the Art in Heart: How Rachel Phillips Combines Journaling, Scrapbooking and Storytelling Through Heart JournalingWed, 27 Sep 2023
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219 - Continual Creative Discovery: Embracing Challenges, Forging Connections, and Attaining Financial Success Through Artistic Endeavors With Becky DawsonWed, 20 Sep 2023
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218 - Fostering Creative Confidence: How Faigie Kobre Cultivates Creativity and Critical Thinking in the Classroom and BeyondWed, 13 Sep 2023 - 0h
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217 - Growing a Successful Brand Through Unconventional Creativity: Exploring the Unique and Timeless Sound of Audio Fiction Podcasting with Marcus of El ExtraordinarioWed, 06 Sep 2023
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216 - Party of One: Sheila Kamuda's Healing Journey through Gratitude, Creative Journaling, and Self-EmpowermentWed, 30 Aug 2023 - 0h
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215 - Colors of the Sun, Songs of the Moon: Melissa Lakey’s Artistic Insights, Gallery Success, and the Evolution of Creative ObservationsWed, 23 Aug 2023 - 0h
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214 - Accessing Creativity as a Form of Relief and Self-Care: What Feeling Your Feels Can Do for Yourself and the World With Caitlin MetzWed, 16 Aug 2023
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213 - From Blank Pages to Extravagant Hope: Brandi Kincaid Shares Her Passion When It Comes to Creating Hope for Others and Journaling for the SoulWed, 09 Aug 2023
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212 - Creative Social Secrets: Mastering the Art of Social Media for Artists and Makers with Mackenzie JonesWed, 02 Aug 2023
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211 - Shared Studio Sessions: Habits that Set Successful Creatives Apart with MargoWed, 26 Jul 2023 - 0h
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210 - Exploring Art, Mental Health, and the Power of Collaboration with Erin Drews and Leigh StandleyWed, 19 Jul 2023
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209 - Artist Versus Entrepreneur: Sarah Lörenk on How She Helps Artists Reclaim Their Creative Freedom Through Art Business ManagementWed, 12 Jul 2023
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208 - Turning Autopilot off and Creativity On. How a Life Changing Diagnoses Turned Into a Creative and Spiritual Journey of Presence, Wonder and Curiosity for Carrie SchmittWed, 05 Jul 2023
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207 - Envisioning vs. Embodying: Unlocking Your Creative Potential with a Success Mindset with Anna HuffWed, 28 Jun 2023
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206 - Helping creatives pursue their dream business, with heart! Nicole Stevenson of Dear Handmade Life on living with creative intention.Wed, 11 Aug 2021 - 0h
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205 - How do you get your work in front of the right people? BIG NEW NEWS for Creatives, from Nerida Hansen Of Nerida Hansen Textiles!Wed, 04 Aug 2021
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204 - Practice makes progress. Artful success with Mara PennyWed, 28 Jul 2021 - 0h
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203 - Finding your way... on directing your OWN art and creating your future with Cat McCadden of Grace Gow JewelryWed, 21 Jul 2021 - 0h
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202 - Creator, Writer and Maker Champion Kristen Rask of Urban Craft Uprising digs in to all the creative-minded life details.Wed, 14 Jul 2021 - 0h
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201 - Don't be the person who wishes you did something. Be the person who DOES it. Lisa Congdon on achieving hard goals.Wed, 07 Jul 2021 - 0h
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200 - On finding your niche... and feeling good about it. Margo's thoughts...Wed, 30 Jun 2021 - 0h
