2M Creative Labs Podcast

On this episode we have Ima Ekanem, a web developer and graphic designer. Founder of Black Owned MB, We talk about her process on approaching design conversations with clients, her strategy when a client says "I want something simple," and her experience with Black Owned MB. Enjoy the episode!

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On this episode, we have Kate Allan, an author and illustrator, better known as The Latest Kate. We talk about her tips on improving the use of colour and detail, her advice for using platforms such as Patreon and Redbubble, as well as creating work centered around mental health. Lots of insight in this episode around mental health and content creation, hope you enjoy this one. 

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On this episode we have Olivia Onuk, a whole of many parts, a writer, trauma councelor, community organizer, and an all around thinker and doer of so many things. We talk about creating poetry and art for healing, how to write more effectively, and what makes writing exceptional and captivating. Enjoy the episode

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On this episode, we have a returning guest, a graphic designer by the name of Segun Olude. We talk about his method of drawing a map to find your happiness, the idea of visual language, and explaining the value of creative works. Segun also shares more about his book, and the need for showcasing your own culture and language. Enjoy the episode.

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On this episode, we have Tim Dessaint, a men's fashion Youtuber. We talk about making money as a creator on YouTube, creating authentic content, and dealing  with the overwhelming pressure of always being up to par. Enjoy the episode!

Shownotes:

00:40 - Who is Tim Dessaint

00:55 - How did Tim get started into being a fashion Youtuber

02:56 - Tim's process of entering YouTube

05:06 - Tim's current process now

08:12 - How does Tim plan his day and month as a fashion YouTuber

10:35 - The decision behind making sponsored content

14:51 - Some tricks to level up your fashion game

16:54 - How do fashion trends affect Tim's content

18:49 - Tim's Dream Project

20:45 - What makes Tim unique?

24:17 - Coupling Instagram with YouTube to grow your audience

26:27 - Creating YouTube videos that perform well

27:55 - What should someone keep in mind if they want to go into YouTube

32:14 - Practical advice for aspiring YouTubers

33:23 - How can you support Tim Dessaint

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On this episode, we have Raphael Galeuchet, a Swiss concept artist. We talk about finding the positives in rejection, the design process with form and function in mind, and his experience in the military influencing his concept art. Enjoy the episode!

Shownotes:

00:38 - Who is Raphael Galeuchet 

01:43 - Jumping from Engineering to Pursuing the Passion

04:09 - Doubts jumping into Concept Art

06:50 - Raphael's Experiences Traveling as a Concept Artist

11:24 - Taking Advantage of Rejection

12:51 - What is Raphael working on now?

13:57 - Should Concept Artists Know How to Do Everything?

15:43 - Raphael's interests as a Concept Artist

16:48 - The influence of Raphael's military experience on his concept art

19:11 - Where does Raphael's concepts come from, and the process of conceptualization

21:34 - The line between cool and sensible

24:35 - Being a problem solver as a concept artist

28:10 - Advice Raphael received from other companies that other concept artists would find useful

33:28 - What makes Raphael Galeuchet?

35:15 - How to support Raphael Galeuchet? Check out his Artstation and Instagram

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On this episode, we have Quan Luong, a Vietnamese cinematographer and colourist living in Winnipeg. We talk about what makes something cinematic,  how colour in film can communicate different story components,  and what sets DSLRs and Cinema Cameras apart. 

Enjoy the episode.

Shownotes:

00:38 - Who is Quan Luong

01:13 - How did Quan get started into film and colouring

06:01 - Should You Specialize, or Know Everything About Making Videos and Film?

11:08 - Being a Colourist and How to Develop that Skill

13:26 - Taking References from Movies for Colours

14:49 - Experiencing Movies Differently as a Filmmaker

16:41 - What Makes Something Cinematic?

20:09 - Being the First to Buy A Gimbal

23:32 - DSLR vs Cinema Camera

28:21 - The Difference Between Shooting for Short Film vs YouTube

30:35 - What makes Quan Luong unique?

32:59 - What keeps Quan motivated?

35:48 - How to Support Quan

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On this episode, we have Andrea Tiwari, the owner of Bindy's Carribean Delights, head chef, and an incredible entrepreneur. We talk about the idea staying authentic through new changes, the importance of an online social media presence for her business, and managing your time and sanity as an entrepreneur and business owner. Enjoy the episode, and if you are in Winnipeg, stop by Bindy's at the Forks and say hello to Andrea!

Shownotes:

00:49 - Who is Andrea Tiwari

01:14 - How did Andrea become a chef

03:28 - What does Andrea prefer out of all her work

05:51 - Where does the Inspiration for the Restaurant come from?

07:36 - The reason for the rebranding of Bindy's Carribean Delights

10:51 - Key Points to Pay Attention to for Marketing

13:30 - Meeting People and Talking About What You Do

15:00 - Being Part of the Forks for 33 Years, and Following New Trends and Changes

21:03 - How Bindy's and Andrea expands her business' reach

22:33 - Why did Andrea choose entrepreneurship?

26:15 - Finding time for yourself as an entrepreneur

26:59 - What makes Andrea unique?

29:30 - The challenge of posting on Social Media

30:36 - Sharing information as a business owner

34:00 - What keeps Andrea motivated?

38:20 - Advice for people who aspire to run their own business

40:21 - How to support Bindy's and Andrea

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On this episode, we have John Hughes, UK based street photographer, working  mostly in Cambridge and London. We reached out to him after hearing his name mentioned by Jho Manalo, another street photographer here in Winnipeg. We talk about how to get over the fear of confrontation in the street, how to stay motivated doing the same thing  every day, and whether you should crop your photos. Be sure to check out some of his work and hope you enjoy the episode!

Shownotes:

00:51 - Who is John Hughes

01:30- How did John Hughes get into Street Photography

06:36 - Who inspired John Hughes

08:03 - Bruce Davidson's Subway

09:08 - What does being a Street Photographer mean?

12:49 - What inspires such a varied style in John Hughes' work?

17:11 - The Unpredictability of Street Photography

19:30 - Taking Away the Fear of Confrontation on the Street

23:30 - Sean Tucker's style of Street Photography

24:14 - Finding Work from Taking Photos of Strangers

25:51 - John's Mystery Street Photographer Friend

28:15 - Disbelief in where John Hughes has found himself as a Street Photographer

28:50 - Favourite Place to Shoot Photography

29:44 - Shooting at Olafur Eliasson's Exhibit at the Tate Modern

31:44 - Being Up 40 Hours Shooting Photos

35:01 - Going to Edinburgh for Photos

37:05 - John Hughes's Tips on How to Take Great Photos Anywhere

38:05 - Street Photography in the Purest Sense

41:16 - Does John Hughes Crop his Photos?

45:58 - How can you become a Better Photographer?

48:35 - How does John see Black & White vs Colour Photos

51:04 - How does John decide whether to edit in Black & White or Colour

53:38 - How do you know if a Photograph Works?

55:33 - Why are you taking that image?

57:16 - What makes John Hughes Unique?

1:01:15 - The Best Photograph John Hughes has taken

1:04:12 - John's Best Year as a Photographer

1:06:41 - How to Support John Hughes

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On this episode, we have Shaneela Boodoo, artist and designer currently based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. She does a lot from installations, design, and illustration. We talk about the various mediums she's worked with, her involvement with Rind, and representing women of color in art.

Quotes:

Shownotes:

00:39 - Who is Shaneela Boodoo?

00:53 - What has Shaneela been working on lately?

01:42 - Is there a difference between Design and Art

02:50 - Shaneela's BFA Show

04:00 - Collaging and How it's Soothing

08:09 - What is Rind

08:48 - Designing for Rind

12:10 - Creating spaces for Artists of Colour

13:22 - What is Shaneela's process between Fine Art and Graphic Design

14:05 - Where do Shaneela's inspirations come from?

16:00 - Learn Screenprinting at Martha Street Studio!

20:14 - What makes Shaneela uniqe?

21:13 - Why is nothing ever monotone in Shaneela's work

22:19 - Shaneela's Mural with Cyndie Belhumeur

24:40 - What keeps Shaneela motivated?

25:55 - How to Support Shaneela

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