EP 128 :: Mike Hendley on Becoming a Better Artist

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EP 128 :: Mike Hendley on Becoming a Better Artist

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Jul 3, 2023

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What makes someone an artist? Is art exclusively human? Despite coming from a tech background, Mike Hendley, creator of the Drawing Inspiration podcast, realised later in life that he had always been an artist. So, he took the plunge.

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Jul 3, 2023

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Need a creativity boost? Life’s hectic and art makes it better so here we are, promoting art-making and the sharing of good vibes. We interview fellow artists to find out their best tips, how they overcame their biggest challenges and how you can do the same.

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