In this conversation, Holly McWhorter shares her journey as an artist, writer, and entrepreneur, discussing her childhood influences, her experiences living between Copenhagen and Brooklyn, and her transition from running a skincare business to rediscovering her passion for painting during the pandemic. She reflects on her creative process, the importance of color theory, and offers advice to her younger self about focusing on her passions without spreading herself too thin.
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CREDITS:
This is How We Create is produced by Martine Severin and edited by Santiago Cardona. Episode research by Braila West.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Holly McWhorter
02:47 Holly's Artistic Journey and Background
06:40 Life Between Copenhagen and Brooklyn
10:41 The Birth and Sale of Plant Apothecary
14:31 Navigating Life After Selling a Business
18:31 Rediscovering Painting During the Pandemic
23:00 The Influence of Design on Holly's Art
26:47 Musical Influences and Creative Process
31:14 Advice to Younger Self and Closing Thoughts
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