As we step into 2026, FEEL SEEN Space pauses to reflect on our first year of conversations. Hosted by Sara Van Pée and Roxanne Doucet, this episode is a curated Best of 2025, drawing from 13 interviews with artists, writers, directors, and cultural workers who shared their stories, doubts, and wisdom.

Through these voices, one question emerges: What does it really mean to be a creative today?

From early feelings of otherness to professional turning points, from learning the craft to unlearning fear, this episode traces the emotional and practical realities of creative life — a living, evolving practice shaped by place, people, and self-trust.

We explore:

- How early sensitivity and difference shape creative identity

- The influence of cities, culture, and public support

- The craft of practice, attention, and curiosity

- The emotional realities of freelance life: freedom, loneliness, resilience

- Collaboration rooted in respect and integrity

- Sustainable work lives through boundaries and self-knowledge

- Fear, self-honesty, and knowing when to stay or leave

- Redefining value, ease, and self-worth

- Creativity as a healing, spiritual, and collective practice

This episode is about being seen: seeing yourself, being mirrored by others, and building spaces where creativity can thrive without self-erasure.

We are deeply grateful to our guests for their generosity and to our listeners for growing this space with us. Join us in stepping into 2026 with more alignment, courage, and care — for your work, your process, and yourself.

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If you’re ready to be seen—artistically, emotionally, and holistically—this space is for you.

In this episode of FEEL SEEN Space, we sit down with Giorgia Basch, curator, publisher, art director, and founder of BilderAtlas, for a deeply reflective conversation about images, freedom, feminism, and the long-term responsibilities of cultural work.

Giorgia shares her journey from fashion art direction to independent publishing and curation, and explains why stepping away from commercial systems allowed her to reclaim authorship, slowness, and care. Through books, exhibitions, and future gallery spaces, BilderAtlas becomes a platform for intentional image-making and feminist visibility.

Hosted by Roxanne Doucet and Sara Van Pée, we explore:

· Moving from fashion and advertising to building a values-led curatorial practice

· Working with iconic artists like Larry Fink and honoring legacies such as Pippa Garner and Bibi Tomasi

· Why photobooks are “portable exhibitions” fostering intimacy with images

· The ethics of publishing, collectability, and choosing small-scale, intentional production

· Feminism as a lived practice (not an ideology) and its influence on curatorial choices

· Championing and highlighting the visibility of women artists

· Trust, mentorship, and one-to-one relationships as foundations for creative life

· Learning to leave toxic environments and reclaim freedom through independent work

· Curating with intuition, slowness, and future-oriented thinking

This episode is a conversation about care, authorship, and being seen: by yourself, your collaborators, and your community. A must-listen for curators, artists, publishers, and anyone seeking a more intentional and sustainable way of working with images.

In this episode of FEEL SEEN Space, we sit down with Tasha Young: writer, multidisciplinary creative, and founder of Oevra (oevra.app, a digital platform designed to support the creative process. Tasha opens up about the realities of living a creative life, from navigating uncertainty and burnout to the essential role of rest, play, and nervous-system care.
She shares how her lifelong relationship with creativity informed the design of Oevra, a neuroscience-backed platform blending research, immersive digital environments, ambient sound, and mental-health tools to help creatives reconnect with their flow and overcome creative blocks.
Hosted by Roxanne Doucet and Sara Van Pée, we explore:
- Growing up in an artistic, free-spirited household and discovering creativity early through music, art, and community
- How mentorship, collaboration, and creative networks shaped her confidence and practice
- Navigating imposter syndrome and building confidence through doing, sharing, and staying connected while leading a nomadic creative lifestyle
- The Oevra app: a structured, accessible, science-backed platform to guide users into flow, focus, problem-solving, and “unblocking” without digital distractions
- The role of ambient music, mindfulness, and somatic tools in regulating the nervous system and supporting brain health
- Living with synesthesia: how sound becomes shape in Tasha’s creative world
- Why rest, joy, play, and “incubation” are essential for sustainable, long-term creativity
This episode is a thoughtful conversation about cultivating creativity as a lived ecosystem. Perfect for writers, creatives, and anyone seeking a grounded, intentional approach to their creative life. It’s a reminder that creativity is accessible to everyone who wants to reconnect with their creative flow.

In this episode of FEEL SEEN Space, we sit down with Françoise Cournoyer—Apple Creative Director and visionary designer—who shares her journey of leading with curiosity while staying true to her creative voice.

Françoise reflects on the power of authenticity in fueling both confidence and creativity, the importance of mentorship and community in shaping a creative career, and the responsibility of women to claim their space while fostering inclusive, forward-thinking creative cultures. She also explores how constraints can spark innovation, even within corporate environments, and how art, music, and life experiences—from motherhood to travel and everyday observations—intertwine to inspire her design work.

Hosted by Roxanne Doucet and Sara Van Pée, we explore:

• Françoise’s creative path from fashion design to Apple
• The mentors and values that shaped her leadership style
• How authenticity fuels confidence and creativity
• Creative community as a vital source of inspiration and support
• How constraints can spark innovation in both corporate and personal projects
• The evolving creative landscape and technology’s impact on design
• Balancing ambition and motherhood

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This episode is a thoughtful conversation about confidence, leadership, and embracing your authentic creative voice—perfect for emerging artists, designers, and anyone seeking inspiration for their own journey.

In this episode of FEEL SEEN Space, we sit down with Holly Hay, London-based Image Director and founder of ANNIKA, a studio dedicated to crafting compelling visual narratives through collaboration.

Holly reflects on a city that constantly inspires and challenges her, the lessons of growing up in a creative family, and her journey from photographer to image director. She shares how early experiences shaped her confidence, teaching her to trust her instincts, set boundaries, and embrace her unique creative voice. Throughout our conversation, she explores the power of curiosity, authentic process, and the role of community in fueling creativity.

We also dive deep into the craft of image direction, the changing landscape of photography, and the vital role editors play in amplifying new voices and perspectives.

Hosted by Roxanne Doucet and Sara Van Pée, we explore:

- Holly’s early career experiences at Garage Magazine and Wallpaper*

- Discovering her calling in curating and directing images

- Navigating mentorship, collaboration, and professional boundaries

- London’s creative culture and the importance of supportive photography communities

- AI, the future of magazines, and the evolving ecosystem of visual storytelling

Whether you’re an emerging artist, photographer, or image-maker, this episode is a thoughtful conversation about confidence, collaboration, risk-taking, and the joy of sharing your vision through images.

In this episode of FEEL SEEN Space, we sit down with Clément Bénech — French novelist, editor, and essayist known for his subtle irony, tenderness, and sharp eye on the world.
Based in Paris, Clément represents a new generation of writers navigating between tradition and modernity. From editing children’s books to becoming an award-winning author recognized by the Académie Française, he reflects on the courage to create guided by instinct rather than validation.
This conversation explores the craft of writing, the importance of following your inner compass, and the future of words in an image-driven world.
Hosted by Roxanne Doucet and Sara Van Pée, we dive into:
- Growing up surrounded by books — and discovering writing by accident
- Publishing his first novel at 21
- Protecting one’s creative voice amid noise and doubt
- Literature in the age of social media and AI
- Finding balance in editing and trusting another’s eye
Whether you’re a writer, reader, or simply navigating creative uncertainty, this episode invites you to slow down and reconnect with the transformative power of storytelling.

In this episode of FEEL SEEN Space, we sit down with Marie Nahon—creative producer, whose unconventional path spans modeling, performance, fashion production, and now tech innovation with building an AI studio with Venture Capital Science.

From Paris runways to New York’s creative pulse, Marie shares her extraordinary journey through the entertainment and fashion industries, producing for global magazines and brands like Disney, Zara and Sephora. Born in France to Laotian parents and raised in a bustling household of eight children, she grew up balancing survival with an unshakable creative spirit—led by instinct, courage, and a lifelong desire to grow.

With candor and grace, Marie reflects on the key turning points that have shaped her—from navigating fame and early success, to making the leap into creative production, and now redefining storytelling through the lens of AI. Her story is a testament to resilience, reinvention, and the limitless possibilities of creativity.

Hosted by Roxanne Doucet and Sara Van Pée, this conversation explores:

* Transitioning from performance to production—and finding creative power behind the scenes

* Building a career through change and motherhood with curiosity

* What it means to lead with empathy and emotional intelligence

* Navigating self-doubt and financial instability

* Finding clarity through intuition—and saying yes to the unknown

* Starting over and embracing AI as a new creative frontier

Whether you’re reinventing your path, leading a team, or simply learning to trust your gut—this episode is a reminder that change isn’t something to fear—it’s something to master.

In this episode of FEEL SEEN Space, we sit down with Noémie Al Homsi—menswear designer at Stüssy and multidisciplinary creative—whose career spans iconic brands like COS, Fred Perry, and Uniqlo U with Christophe Lemaire. Now based in Los Angeles, Noémie draws inspiration from heritage, street culture, and a lifelong curiosity for craft, design, and experimentation across mediums.

Hosted by Roxanne Doucet and Sara Van Pée, this conversation delves into:

- The technical, rule-driven world of menswear fashion and what sets it apart

- Designing with her customer in mind

- Balancing intuition, research, and experimentation in the creative practice

- Approaching sustainability, materiality, and timeless design

- Exploring her personal history and multidisciplinary creativity—from woodwork and ceramics to side projects

- Overcoming challenges, and making intentional career choices aligned with her values

With honesty and warmth, Noémie shares the joys and challenges of the fashion industry, the thrill of seeing her creations come to life, and the importance of cultivating beauty, experimentation, and community in both work and life.

Whether you’re a designer, creative, or simply curious about living an intentional and beautifully crafted life—this episode is for you.