Ceri is in conversation with ingenious stage designer Chloe Lamford, recognised for crafting unexpected performance spaces that captivate audiences. Learn Chloe's insights on cross-cultural collaboration, overcoming creative burnout, and carefully considering the audience experience. Hear how she creates emotional spaces by colliding references and objects, and her shift towards more precise, architectural designs. Chloe also shares her criteria for selecting projects and her commitment to boundaries for self-care.

KEY TAKEAWAYS
Chloe creates emotional performance spaces by bringing together eclectic references and objects.
She has shifted towards more precise, architectural set designs in recent years.
Scenery and staging choices shape the audience's perception of time passing.
Cross-cultural collaborations provide rich opportunities for learning.
Chloe overcame creative burnout by establishing clearer boundaries.
She has insightful criteria for selecting which projects to work on.
Past mentors like Vicki Featherstone taught her to focus on the art rather than reviews.
Chloe remains open to exciting new creative adventures across disciplines.

BEST MOMENTS 

"I create feeling spaces or emotional spaces."

"I think I'm really good at [collaboration]. It doesn't sound ridiculous to say that. I think it would be my superpower."

"Just go to bed. Stop and go to bed and you'll feel loads better the next day."

"I can talk to a scenic pace and I can be using all these kind of squishy, brilliant English words."

"I'm very reliant on other people."

"I try really hard to be joyful in a lot of situations because it's called a play."

PODCAST HOST BIO

Meet Ceri Hand, the driving force behind countless creative success stories. A creative coach, entrepreneur, and dynamic speaker, she's committed to empowering creatives to realise their dreams and make a meaningful impact through her creative coaching, mentoring and training company. With three decades in the arts under her belt, Ceri has ridden the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Now, she's here to help you achieve your goals, your way.

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Want to be coached by Ceri?

Ceri’s transformative coaching empowers creatives to 10x their impact in the world. By providing tailored guidance, new techniques, and fresh perspectives, Ceri will help you to overcome blocks, boost income, and cultivate resilience for lasting career change in your creative career.

Speak to our team to discover how Ceri can elevate your creative career:

https://www.cerihand.com/coaching_with_ceri/

Ceri is in conversation with ingenious stage designer Chloe Lamford, recognised for crafting unexpected performance spaces that captivate audiences. Learn Chloe's insights on cross-cultural collaboration, overcoming creative burnout, and carefully considering the audience experience. Hear how she creates emotional spaces by colliding references and objects, and her shift towards more precise, architectural designs. Chloe also shares her criteria for selecting projects and her commitment to boundaries for self-care.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
<ul>
<li>Chloe creates emotional performance spaces by bringing together eclectic references and objects.</li>
<li>She has shifted towards more precise, architectural set designs in recent years.</li>
<li>Scenery and staging choices shape the audience's perception of time passing.</li>
<li>Cross-cultural collaborations provide rich opportunities for learning.</li>
<li>Chloe overcame creative burnout by establishing clearer boundaries.</li>
<li>She has insightful criteria for selecting which projects to work on.</li>
<li>Past mentors like Vicki Featherstone taught her to focus on the art rather than reviews.</li>
<li>Chloe remains open to exciting new creative adventures across disciplines.</li>
</ul>
BEST MOMENTS 
"I create feeling spaces or emotional spaces."
"I think I'm really good at [collaboration]. It doesn't sound ridiculous to say that. I think it would be my superpower."
"Just go to bed. Stop and go to bed and you'll feel loads better the next day."
"I can talk to a scenic pace and I can be using all these kind of squishy, brilliant English words."
"I'm very reliant on other people."
"I try really hard to be joyful in a lot of situations because it's called a play."
PODCAST HOST BIO
Meet Ceri Hand, the driving force behind countless creative success stories. A creative coach, entrepreneur, and dynamic speaker, she's committed to empowering creatives to realise their dreams and make a meaningful impact through her creative coaching, mentoring and training company. With three decades in the arts under her belt, Ceri has ridden the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Now, she's here to help you achieve your goals, your way.
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Want to be coached by Ceri?
Ceri’s transformative coaching empowers creatives to 10x their impact in the world. By providing tailored guidance, new techniques, and fresh perspectives, Ceri will help you to overcome blocks, boost income, and cultivate resilience for lasting career change in your creative career.
Speak to our team to discover how Ceri can elevate your creative career:
<a href="https://www.cerihand.com/coaching_with_ceri/">https://www.cerihand.com/coaching_with_ceri/</a>

Extraordinary Creatives: The Premier Art Podcast

Welcome to the Extraordinary Creatives podcast, your gateway to the world of exceptional artists and creative leaders who have defied the odds to make a significant impact in the arts and beyond.

Hosted by Ceri Hand, creative coach, curator, and seasoned arts and business insider, this podcast offers a wealth of insights into art and creativity through in-depth interviews. Ceri’s extensive experience and genuine passion for the arts make every episode a treasure trove of inspiration and practical advice.

At the heart of Extraordinary Creatives is the belief that creativity is essential for success. However, it is the courage, confidence, and resilience to dare to be different that truly transforms the world. With her warm, playful, and straight-talking style, Ceri delves into the ideas, processes, mindsets, victories, and challenges of trailblazers who have paved the way in the arts.

Ceri’s mission is to support 100,000 artists and arts leaders by 2025 by providing exclusive access to information, inspiration, and expertise. Discover the transformative power of art with Extraordinary Creatives. Tune in and follow so you don’t miss an episode!

Extraordinary Creatives: The Premier Art Podcast
Welcome to the Extraordinary Creatives podcast, your gateway to the world of exceptional artists and creative leaders who have defied the odds to make a significant impact in the arts and beyond.
Hosted by Ceri Hand, creative coach, curator, and seasoned arts and business insider, this podcast offers a wealth of insights into art and creativity through in-depth interviews. Ceri’s extensive experience and genuine passion for the arts make every episode a treasure trove of inspiration and practical advice.
At the heart of Extraordinary Creatives is the belief that creativity is essential for success. However, it is the courage, confidence, and resilience to dare to be different that truly transforms the world. With her warm, playful, and straight-talking style, Ceri delves into the ideas, processes, mindsets, victories, and challenges of trailblazers who have paved the way in the arts.
Ceri’s mission is to support 100,000 artists and arts leaders by 2025 by providing exclusive access to information, inspiration, and expertise. Discover the transformative power of art with Extraordinary Creatives. Tune in and follow so you don’t miss an episode!

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