Creative Soundscapes with Margaret Soraya

Sean Tucker recently came over to the isle of Harris to make a documentary on my creative life for his YouTube channel. Touching in Introversion and my path through life.
Vulnerability and being visible online is explored in this episode.

You can watch the documentary here:
www.youtube.com/@seantuck

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My Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/margaretsoraya/

Online Creative Haven community

https://creative-haven.newzenler.com

Creative Festival

https://creative-light.co.uk/

YouTube Channel

https://www.youtube.com/@MargaretSoraya

Retreats

https://www.quietlandscapes.co.uk

Weddings

http://sorayaphoto.com

Recorded on the beach with the backdrop of crashing waves, I wanted to talk about comparing our progress with others and feeling inadequate with how much we are doing. And It's okay to not be doing as much as others. We all have different lives, commitments, and work paces. The important thing is taking small steps forward.

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My Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/margaretsoraya/

Online Creative Haven community

https://creative-haven.newzenler.com

Creative Festival

https://creative-light.co.uk/

YouTube Channel

https://www.youtube.com/@MargaretSoraya

Retreats

https://www.quietlandscapes.co.uk

Weddings

http://sorayaphoto.com

A solo mini episode about my passion for creativity and how it has not just shaped my life, but also become a cornerstone in my family's ethos. I discuss my own creative pursuits - painting, writing a book, and managing this podcast, each laden with its share of self-doubt and perseverance. I chat about " How far have you come" and Morgan Harper Nichols' empathetic poems.

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My Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/margaretsoraya/

Online Creative Haven community

https://creative-haven.newzenler.com

Creative Festival

https://creative-light.co.uk/

YouTube Channel

https://www.youtube.com/@MargaretSoraya

Retreats

https://www.quietlandscapes.co.uk

Weddings

http://sorayaphoto.com

Eric Hemian, is atalented music and sound producer and we chat about the reality of pursuing a creative profession. His transition from performing musician to a successful freelance composer and producer is not only inspiring but is also filled with practical advice. He discusses the balancing act between creative expression and earning a living, and why he prefers commissioning custom music pieces over generic ones.

Eric's journey is a tale of unlearning and discovering joy in new creative avenues. This episode is filled with practical advice, and a whole lot of inspiration. Tune in and join us on this exciting exploration of creativity, passion, and music.

You can see Erics Instagram here
https://www.instagram.com/eric_hemion/

Erics website is here
http://www.erichemion.com/

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My Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/margaretsoraya/

Online Creative Haven community

https://creative-haven.newzenler.com

Creative Festival

https://creative-light.co.uk/

YouTube Channel

https://www.youtube.com/@MargaretSoraya

Retreats

https://www.quietlandscapes.co.uk

Weddings

http://sorayaphoto.com

After a recent workshop led by  Kate Jones from Neon Living in my Creative Haven community, I wanted to share some of my own thoughts on how I work with my own inner critic. Join me on an early morning walk on the Outer Hebrides with Skye my whippet, as I talk about whats happening in my life at the moment as well as how I cope with my inner critic! 

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My Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/margaretsoraya/

Online Creative Haven community

https://creative-haven.newzenler.com

Creative Festival

https://creative-light.co.uk/

YouTube Channel

https://www.youtube.com/@MargaretSoraya

Retreats

https://www.quietlandscapes.co.uk

Weddings

http://sorayaphoto.com

Join me as I chat with Adele and Max Warner Tate about making YouTube videos. We discuss how creating video content for personal enjoyment can help overcome the intimidation of public critique. We talk about of working with a partner,and how this eases the workload.

Talking through why there arent more females on YouTube. Talking about time constraints and the delicate balancing act between personal and professional commitments. Tune in for our tips on carving out space for passion projects and inspiring more women to vocalize their narratives on YouTube. Apolgies in advance for background noise - this episode was filmed on location on the Isle of Harris in my van where Skye my whippet decided to cause chaos!

https://www.youtube.com/@WarnerTatePhotography

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My Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/margaretsoraya/

Online Creative Haven community

https://creative-haven.newzenler.com

Creative Festival

https://creative-light.co.uk/

YouTube Channel

https://www.youtube.com/@MargaretSoraya

Retreats

https://www.quietlandscapes.co.uk

Weddings

http://sorayaphoto.com

My conversation with David uncovers how photography transcends the mere act of capturing a moment. It's about forming deep connections, understanding the essence of a place. We talk about how childhood experiences can influence our work.
 
Passion drives us, and David's unwavering passion for the outdoors is a testament to that. So, prepare to immerse yourself in the magic and wonders of Aviemore through the fascinating lens of David Russell from Highland Wildscapes

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My Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/margaretsoraya/

Online Creative Haven community

https://creative-haven.newzenler.com

Creative Festival

https://creative-light.co.uk/

YouTube Channel

https://www.youtube.com/@MargaretSoraya

Retreats

https://www.quietlandscapes.co.uk

Weddings

http://sorayaphoto.com

This episode recounts my journey to the Shiant Isles with Immerse Hebrides.

Initially, my vision was to photograph birds, but the landscape had other plans. It offered me a different kind of surprise - jellyfish, something I had never thought of photographing. The experience emphasized a key insight, that openness and adaptability can lead to rewarding adventures in photography.

Immerse Hebrides Instagram

Immerse Hebrides website

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My Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/margaretsoraya/

Online Creative Haven community

https://creative-haven.newzenler.com

Creative Festival

https://creative-light.co.uk/

YouTube Channel

https://www.youtube.com/@MargaretSoraya

Retreats

https://www.quietlandscapes.co.uk

Weddings

http://sorayaphoto.com

Join me as I have a conversation with the extraordinary Claire Walsh, an accomplished Irish free diver and author. We venture into her exhilarating world, exploring her book 'Underwater,' her unique writing process, and how she managed to overcome self-doubt during its creation. We delve into the arduous rewrites, the tension of planning a wedding amidst it all, and her feelings post book-release.

Claire and I talk about our personal bouts with COVID-19, revealing the physical and mental effects it had on our lives. We examine the profound connection between our beliefs, self-image, and the simple act of breathing. Hear how Claire perceives our generation's aesthetic approach triggering physical tension.

We venture into a dialogue around mental illness, ableism, and body acceptance. Claire generously shares her personal journey with mental illness, the role therapy plays in her life, and our collective need for open dialogue to reduce the feeling of isolation. We tackle the challenge of confronting ableism, affirming the significance of personal training, and the urge to question societal norms around body image. This episode is not just the exploration of Claire's inspiring journey as a free diver and author, but an honest reckoning of mental and physical health.

Buy the book

Claires Website

Claires Instagram 

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My Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/margaretsoraya/

Online Creative Haven community

https://creative-haven.newzenler.com

Creative Festival

https://creative-light.co.uk/

YouTube Channel

https://www.youtube.com/@MargaretSoraya

Retreats

https://www.quietlandscapes.co.uk

Weddings

http://sorayaphoto.com

From the depths of self-reflection to the height of imagination, I recount my recent struggles and triumphs in this episode. 

An in-water photography exhibition, my new book "Within Hebridean Seas," and the upcoming Creative Light Festival in Scotland. Plus, I've got some exciting news on an offer from Creative Haven to help you find your voice. 

On location on the Isle of Hoy, I talk about  insights from Deepak Chopra , helping us to focus on our purposes, passions, and gratitude.

A few thoughts on to feeling so happy and smiley, mental health and the power of talking. 

And a final quote from the incredible Louis Schwartzberg tp uplift and feel gratitude for each day. 

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My Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/margaretsoraya/

Online Creative Haven community

https://creative-haven.newzenler.com

Creative Festival

https://creative-light.co.uk/

YouTube Channel

https://www.youtube.com/@MargaretSoraya

Retreats

https://www.quietlandscapes.co.uk

Weddings

http://sorayaphoto.com