101 We Need Conversations w/Carli Sullivan

101 We Need Conversations w/Carli Sullivan

Author: Oddy Litlabo May 11, 2020 Duration: 1:01:49

Today I jump on the phone with Carli Sullivan, one of my amazing friends who also happens to be an actress and a recent graduate from SCAD! We talk about everything from missing hugging other people to moving on from our past. We discuss how creative freelancers financially survive in big cities such as New York, how to allow yourself to feel your emotions, and why to create content you believe in. If you want an inspirational pick-me-up in quarantine, I would highly recommend listening to this episode.  Carli's Instagram: @_ycarli. Oddy's Instagram: @oddylitlabo.  Subscribe and follow me on @oddylitlabo to be up to date on the latest episodes coming to you every Friday.


There's a particular kind of conversation that happens between artists when the pressure is off and the real work is just beginning. An Artist Prepares captures those moments, hosted by Oddy Litlabo. This isn't a series of polished interviews about finished projects, but a collection of talks recorded in the midst of the creative process itself. Oddy sits down with fellow artists to explore what it actually means to be in the progress of making something new, whether that's a painting, a performance, or simply a life built around art. You'll hear the full spectrum of these discussions, from profound explorations of purpose and technique to the more grounded, everyday realities of navigating art school, managing time, and finding inspiration in the mundane. The podcast thrives on authenticity, offering a backstage pass to the unvarnished thoughts and shared experiences that fuel artistic journeys. It’s a space for anyone curious about the human side of creation, where the focus is less on the final product and more on the compelling, often messy, and deeply human path that leads there. Tune in for genuine dialogue that feels more like overhearing a great conversation between friends in a studio than a formal interview.
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