In this inspiring episode of The Creator’s Chat, Kashif Harrison sits down with Ian McMaugh an Australian fashion designer turned landscape designer and photographer whose creative career spans decades.

Ian’s fashion designs were worn by Kylie Minogue and are now held in the Powerhouse Museum collection. At 70, he continues to evolve as an artist, preparing a new photography exhibition and his upcoming book, Crossing the Water.

Ian reflects on what it means to be a queer creative in Australia, how his relationship with success has changed over time, and why curiosity, purpose, and creativity don’t fade with age.

This conversation is a reminder that reinvention is possible at any stage of life — and that creativity never expires.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Designing for Kylie Minogue
• Transitioning from fashion to landscape design and photography
• Having work featured in the Powerhouse Museum
• Writing Crossing the Water at 70
• Redefining success as a queer creative

The Creator’s Chat is a podcast where we sit down with inspiring creatives to unpack their stories, struggles, and successes asking the question: what keeps them going?

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Episode 1: Believing in Yourself as a Creator with Trent Owers

In this powerful first episode of The Creator’s Chat, our host Kashif Harrison sits down with Australian Kamilaroi actor Trent Owers opens up about his creative journey, overcoming self-doubt, and why self-belief is the foundation of every creator’s success.

From being told he wouldn’t be taken seriously to building a career through passion and persistence, Trent shares raw, honest insights about resilience, confidence, and staying committed to your craft even when the odds feel stacked against you.

If you’ve ever questioned your path, struggled with confidence, or felt close to giving up, this conversation is a reminder of why you started.

The Creator’s Chat is a podcast where we sit down with inspiring creatives to unpack their stories, struggles, and successes asking the question: what keeps them going?

Thanks for listening!

If this episode resonated with you, hit follow or subscribe it truly helps us to keep creating.

Come hang out with us on Instagram & TikTok: @thecreatorschatshow

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