We have a cheerful and thoughtful conversation with art director Chloe Sharp in this special festive episode. With a career spanning some of the most influential women's titles in publishing, Chloe now serves as the deputy art director at Stylist Magazine and has recently ventured into teaching at Shillington.

Together we explore topics such as art direction, managing budgets, and Chloe's love of kitsch and nostalgia. We also delve into a key discussion about how to make work work for you - a valuable mindset for anyone feeling stuck, seeking new career opportunities, or grappling with personal or professional obstacles.

Whether you're in need of a moment of reflection during the festive season or simply looking for some inspiration, this episode offers a refreshing break from the ordinary.

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Shillington is an online graphic design school I highly recommend.

If you’re looking to finally get your graphic design skills to the next level and enter or transition within the industry, their graphic design course is for you.

The course is 3 months full-time or 9 months part-time across 4 global timezones, and graduates consistently land jobs at top studios.

To find out more, visit ShillingtonEducation.com

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Podcast music and production: James Greenfield

Indy Johar is the Executive Director of Dark Matter Labs, an organization dedicated to exploring the complexities of living systems and pioneering new frameworks for societal organization.

Indy shares his insights into reimagining society and reshaping the rules and structures we live by, inviting us to consider alternative pathways that prioritize equity, resilience, and environmental harmony. Throughout our conversation, Indy challenges conventional approaches, examining how we might collectively design a future that moves beyond outdated paradigms and short-term thinking.

This discussion serves as both a deep reflection and a call to action, encouraging us to look beyond daily routines and mainstream narratives.

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Discover Shillington

Shillington is an online graphic design school I highly recommend.

If you’re looking to finally get your graphic design skills to the next level and enter or transition within the industry, their graphic design course is for you.

The course is 3 months full-time or 9 months part-time across 4 global timezones, and graduates consistently land jobs at top studios.

To find out more, visit ShillingtonEducation.com

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Get featured in press

Get your digital copy of The Insider's Guide to PR for Creative Businesses at justynagreen.com/prguide and use code ONDESIGN at the checkout for 20% off.

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Podcast music and production: James Greenfield

Sebastian Curi is an illustrator, graphic designer, painter, and animator. But don’t let that overwhelm you—he’s a wonderful, down-to-earth person.

In our conversation, he openly shares his career path, what he’s learned along the way, and the role of learning itself, a major theme in our discussion. Sebastian highlights not only the importance of continuous learning but also the joy it brings. He reminds us that hitting 30 or approaching 40 doesn’t mean you’re stuck or a “finished” creative who will never evolve. It's a motivating listen to keep going and keep honing our craft.

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Discover Shillington

Shillington is an online graphic design school I highly recommend.

If you’re looking to finally get your graphic design skills to the next level and enter or transition within the industry, their graphic design course is for you.

The course is 3 months full-time or 9 months part-time across 4 global timezones, and graduates consistently land jobs at top studios.

To find out more, visit ShillingtonEducation.com

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Get featured in press

Get your digital copy of The Insider's Guide to PR for Creative Businesses at justynagreen.com/prguide and use code ONDESIGN at the checkout for 20% off.

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Podcast music and production: James Greenfield