Ep. 05 - Phil Machi, Traditional Animator, on Art and Artificial Intelligence

If you’ve ever questioned your path, wondered if it’s worth it, or needed permission just to do what you love…this episode is for you! In this episode, I sit down with Phil, an animator, cartoonist, and storyteller who chose to follow his creative voice, not for fame, not for money, but because it makes him feel alive. We also navigate the new world of art and AI! You don't want to miss this 'sode!Youtube Channel: @PhilMachi Websites: retailsunshine.com, philmachi.comInstagram: @StayToonedShow, @RetailSunshineWe talk about what it means to make something simply because you love it...the quiet courage it takes to keep going when the rewards aren't immediate....and how creating from a place of sincerity can sometimes be the most radical choice of all. From launching a Kickstarter to publishing a book, Phil shares the highs, lows, and deep truths of choosing heart over hustle—and why joy is reason enough to keep making art.💬 What we talk about:– Trusting the creative process– Making without overthinking– Why art is still worth doing when no one’s watching– Staying grounded in what matters– The quiet fulfillment of doing what you love💛 Listen, share, and let it land where it needs to.To art is human. To choose joy is brave.#ToArtIsHuman #creativelife #artistjourney #makeartanyway #createyourway #artificialintelligence #ai #art #independentcreatives #howto #howtodraw #howtomake #followyourheart #new #artisticfreedom #kickstarter #doityourway