“Creativity is a process of making—and of becoming.”In this episode of Deep Dive Creatives, retired Lutheran pastor and lifelong artist Joel Nickel shares the story of a lifetime spent exploring form, color, faith, mistakes, and the joy of discovery. From gouache to enamel, from Chicago to Oregon, from biblical imagination to German Expressionism, Joel invites you to see yourself as God’s artwork—a living poem.A rich, inspiring conversation for anyone who creates.

Rachel Ost dedicates a large amount of her spare time as a playwright. Over the years she has learned a great deal about the process of adapting stories for the stage and learning a great deal about herself along the way. Rachel communicates in a down to earth level in order to encourage you and inspire you in your own creative journey.#deeoduvecreatives, #creativitypodcast, #creativewriting, #podcast, #playwriting #rachelost00:00 Creativity is…00:38 Meet Rachel Ost09:02 Defining creativity10:45 The creative process14:00 Favorite part of the creative process16:41 Sources of inspiration.19:25 How do you deal with creative dry spells?24:05 How to get creatively unstuck25:56 Motivation30:10 Do you have creativity mentors?32:44 What is your creative philosophy?34:11 Do you have creativity goals?36:07 Threats to creativity?39:53 An Inspirational Word

A conversation between artist, Mike Gatlin and Tammy McGinnis.

"Beauty points the way to love." Makoto Fujimura

Mike grew up throughout the west and southwest of America, and learned to see the distinctive beauty of our world no matter where he found himself. Bringing that extravagant beauty onto a simple piece of paper using pencil and watercolor is one of the joys of his life as an artist. He loves working on paper because it emphasizes the impermanence of our lives.

Mike doesn't limit himself to any specific subject matter—He'll paint everything from vast landscapes to individual objects; urban and small town scenes; still life’s, portraits and figurative work—no subject matter is off limits. He is just looking for a bit of beauty that captures his imagination.

In this inspiring episode of Deep Dive Creatives, host David McGinness sits down with Steve Hunt—a painter, woodworker, writer, editor, and clockmaker—who shares his lifelong journey of creativity fueled by curiosity, craftsmanship, and purpose.

💡 What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• Steve’s hands-on creative process (from thumbnail sketch to finished piece)

• How he finds inspiration in everyday scenes and rural life

• His thoughts on overcoming creative blocks and "failures"

• The importance of having creative mentors

• Balancing artistic passion with real-life responsibilities

• Why embracing who you are is vital for creative authenticity

• His philosophy on creativity, faith, and purpose-driven work

• The biggest threats to creativity (and how to avoid them)

Whether you're a lifelong artist or just beginning your creative journey, Steve's wisdom and humor will challenge and encourage you to keep creating—on your terms.

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Kristen Grainger, is the voice of True North, an Americana string band that hails from the Pacific Northwest. Kristen is the primary architect of the band’s songwriting. She was named by The Bluegrass Situation as one of the “Women Who Wrote Our 2020 Soundtrack,” alongside Dolly Parton and Brandi Carlile.

Justin Panneck is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a masters degree both in counseling and education as well as a PhD in health psychology. Through education, experimentation and collaboration, Justin has developed a highly creative counseling practice that not only promotes healthy thinking, but nurtures the creative spirit.

Meet Bentley Michaels. Bentley has been a full-time Voice Talent for the past 15 years. In that time his voice and music have been used by companies like AT&T, NBC, Comcast, Walgreens, Evolution Game Systems, Reebok, just to name a few. Bentley works from his home studio in the great NW doing voice overs and creating custom music for projects that are seen and heard all over the world.

Meet Molly Gracida Beach, a young entrepreneur, wife and mother of two, living in San Antonio de las Minas BC Mexico, who started a cake decorating business in 2024. She also started an Instagram channel called Mollyssweets that has quickly grown to 30,000 followers.