Maybe you’ve stepped on paint one too many times or discovered markers without their caps. Perhaps you’re constantly mediating sibling disputes because the youngest is “borrowing” art supplies from the oldest and not putting them back. Whatever the reason, you know it’s time to create a dedicated art space for your little one at home. …
For the 2024 Get Out the Vote (GOTV) campaign, the Professional Association for Design (AIGA) is once again partnering with Nonprofit VOTE and the League of Women Voters for the Design for Democracy campaign. Visit Nonprofit VOTE for voting resources. Visit VOTE411.org to find out about upcoming elections in your community. Below are five vote …
In this episode of the Girls that Create podcast on Word of Mom Radio, host Erin Prather Stafford chatted with Sharon Massey, a metalsmith, jeweler and co-founder of Studio Stream. Their conversation explores Massey’s artistic journey, her passion for community-based projects, and the concept behind Studio Stream, a mobile workshop and recording studio. Listen to …
Drawing is a powerful tool of communication. It helps build self-understanding and can boost mental health. But our current focus on productivity, outcomes and “talent” has us thinking about it the wrong way. Too many believe the myth of “I can’t draw”, when in fact it’s a skill built through practice. Dedicated practice is hard, …
This week, Girls That Create host Erin Prather Stafford welcomes Allyson Rice, part-owner of the female-owned production company Atomic Focus Entertainment and one of the lead producers on the documentary Banned Together. The film follows three students fighting the ban of 97 books from their libraries. Listen to the full interview with Allyson Rice on …
In this episode of the Girls That Create podcast, host Erin Prather Stafford sits down with Liz Elting. Elting is a founder of the language solutions company TransPerfect, an advocate for women’s career advancement and bestselling author. They discuss Elting’s entrepreneurial journey, love for languages and gender equality in the workplace. Listen to the full …
This week, host Erin Prather Stafford dives into the world of movie sequels from the 80s and 90s with psychotherapist, professor and writer Emily (Em) Marinelli. Together they discuss how the familiarity and predictability of film sequels can offer solace and a sense of stability amidst personal challenges, including trauma and identity formation. Marinelli is …
In the ever-evolving world of social media, the line between effective marketing and ethical responsibility can often seem blurred. That’s why Girls That Create host Erin Prather Stafford chatted with marketing advisor and self-proclaimed social media grandma Ruoyun Killian about how marketers, creators, and brands can navigate this complex landscape with integrity and innovation. Listen …
Failing early in our careers can make us question whether we are on the right path. We may look at people who have succeeded from the outset and wonder why it doesn’t come so easily to us. Classical violinist Nigel Kennedy, actor Natalie Portman and painter Pablo Picasso are examples of young geniuses who were …
On this episode of the Girls that Create podcast, host Erin Prather Stafford visits with Sonya Sparks, owner and chief curator of Sparks Gallery. Sparks shares her journey from being inspired by her grandmother’s vintage cameras to owning a renowned art gallery in San Diego, California. Listen to the full interview with Sonya Sparks on …