Nion Radio With Nick Onken

'Must' feels like being in love: when you know you just know. As artists, it is important to allow ourselves the time and the space to create. This is what artist and author Elle Luna calls play. And where does she play? In the sandbox. Creating a sandbox is key to creating art. Another key is recognizing the difference between "should" and "must." To create authentically, we need to have the strength to relinquish "should" to make room for the "must." I find Elle’s philosophies on art and play fascinating and inspiring, and I can’t wait for you to hear them. She has a toolbox full of ideas and exercises all designed to pull you into your art and creativity. Let’s leap into the sandbox that is this week’s interview with Elle Luna. The creative journey is a battle, and ultimately you’re battling yourself. Some things we learn in this podcast: How she fell into the art world [2:10] Stepping into the world of graphic design [3:00] Thee difference between should and must [6:20] Using money to buy time