Make Do
163 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsTiff Arment and Julia Skott talk about art and making. They won’t teach you how to turn your creativity into a business. Or how to do anything, really. They just want to talk about doing stuff. Hosted by Tiff Arment and Julia Skott.
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Make Do 32: Failing Forward
May 29, 2019 14:00 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBSome followup, some crap news, some Pollyanna attitudes. We discuss how we’re dealing with some failures and frustrations.
Make Do 31: What’s Your Type?
May 15, 2019 14:00 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBWe took a quiz on creative types, and it spun into a discussion about what that actually means. And if it matters. HOMEWORK: How would you describe yourself as a creative person?
31: What’s Your Type?
May 15, 2019 14:00 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBWe took a quiz on creative types, and it spun into a discussion about what that actually means. And if it matters. HOMEWORK: How would you describe yourself as a creative person?
Make Do 30: I Know You Are But What Am I?
May 01, 2019 16:15 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBWe tricked our respective husbands into joining us for a conversation about being creative and not, and putting up with us. (And by tricked, we mean we asked them.)
30: I Know You Are But What Am I?
May 01, 2019 16:15 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBWe tricked our respective husbands into joining us for a conversation about being creative and not, and putting up with us. (And by tricked, we mean we asked them.)
29: Reunited And It Feels So... Good?
April 17, 2019 14:00 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBWe met up in Atlanta and talked about being good and feeling not good. And how to take a compliment.
Make Do 29: Reunited And It Feels So... Good?
April 17, 2019 14:00 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBWe met up in Atlanta and talked about being good and feeling not good. And how to take a compliment.
28: "The Artist Is Resident"
April 03, 2019 15:00 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MBJulia has Done A Thing, and so we’re talking about artist residencies and creative retreats, and what those can mean.
Make Do 28: "The Artist Is Resident"
April 03, 2019 15:00 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MBJulia has Done A Thing, and so we’re talking about artist residencies and creative retreats, and what those can mean.
Make Do 27: Take The Cake
March 20, 2019 15:00 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBWe are celebrating our one year podiversary! And what better time to talk to Tiff’s bestie Tanya about the ups and downs of being a cake artist. (Though she might object to that word. )
27: Take The Cake
March 20, 2019 15:00 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBWe are celebrating our one year podiversary! And what better time to talk to Tiff’s bestie Tanya about the ups and downs of being a cake artist. (Though she might object to that word. )
26: ”Do Women Have To Be Naked To Get Into The Met Museum?”
March 06, 2019 15:00 - 52 minutes - 47.7 MBIt’s not easy being green. Or pink, as the case may be. What role does gender play in our own making, and in the history of art and creating? Spoiler: It ain’t all roses and fluffy yarn.
Make Do 26: ”Do Women Have To Be Naked To Get Into The Met Museum?”
March 06, 2019 15:00 - 52 minutes - 47.7 MBIt’s not easy being green. Or pink, as the case may be. What role does gender play in our own making, and in the history of art and creating? Spoiler: It ain’t all roses and fluffy yarn.
Make Do 25: Out and About
February 20, 2019 15:00 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBArt is not just for museums and living rooms - it’s all around us! We discuss murals, graffiti, illicit mosaics, and all sorts of possibly gray area beautifying.
25: Out and About
February 20, 2019 15:00 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBArt is not just for museums and living rooms - it’s all around us! We discuss murals, graffiti, illicit mosaics, and all sorts of possibly gray area beautifying.
24: When Art Really Is Pain
February 06, 2019 15:00 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBThere are a lot of ways to hurt yourself when you’re making stuff. We discuss ergonomics, stupid injuries, proper protection and weird helpful doodads. Plus a question about (not) comparing yourself to others.
Make Do 24: When Art Really Is Pain
February 06, 2019 15:00 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBThere are a lot of ways to hurt yourself when you’re making stuff. We discuss ergonomics, stupid injuries, proper protection and weird helpful doodads. Plus a question about (not) comparing yourself to others.
Make Do 23: It All Sparks Joy, OK?
January 23, 2019 15:00 - 43 minutes - 40.3 MBKonmari mania makes it into the Make Do studio, as we discuss if and when you should take a long hard look at your stash of craft supplies.
23: It All Sparks Joy, OK?
January 23, 2019 15:00 - 43 minutes - 40.3 MBKonmari mania makes it into the Make Do studio, as we discuss if and when you should take a long hard look at your stash of craft supplies.
Make Do 22: We Need A Resolution
January 09, 2019 15:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MBWelcome to the distant future! We’re talking about goals, aims, resolutions, and intentions, and what they can mean. (And which of them sends Tiff hiding under her desk.)
22: We Need A Resolution
January 09, 2019 15:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MBWelcome to the distant future! We’re talking about goals, aims, resolutions, and intentions, and what they can mean. (And which of them sends Tiff hiding under her desk.)
21: 2018 - That Was The Year That Was
December 26, 2018 15:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MBWe do a little end of the year wrap-up and talk about things we’ve learned and things we’ve tried. We’d love to hear your thoughts - and we want to know your goals and resolutions for next year! Drop us a line on Twitter or instagram or at [email protected]
Make Do 21: 2018 - That Was The Year That Was
December 26, 2018 15:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MBWe do a little end of the year wrap-up and talk about things we’ve learned and things we’ve tried. We’d love to hear your thoughts - and we want to know your goals and resolutions for next year! Drop us a line on Twitter or instagram or at [email protected]
Make Do 20: Happy handmade!
December 12, 2018 15:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MBMakers gonna make and makers gonna give. What kind of value and values do we place on homemade and handmade gifts?
20: Happy handmade!
December 12, 2018 15:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MBMakers gonna make and makers gonna give. What kind of value and values do we place on homemade and handmade gifts?
19: Studiomate Jamie in: ”Let’s Not Make This About Boats”
November 28, 2018 15:00 - 58 minutes - 33.4 MBTiff has lured Jamie from one studio into another and we talk about finding your voice — more than once — and about her winding path with and without art.
Make Do 19: Studiomate Jamie in: ”Let’s Not Make This About Boats”
November 28, 2018 15:00 - 58 minutes - 33.4 MBTiff has lured Jamie from one studio into another and we talk about finding your voice — more than once — and about her winding path with and without art.
Make Do 18: The Myth of the Tragic Artist
November 14, 2018 15:00 - 53 minutes - 30.9 MBWe do some final Inktober check-in, but mostly we talk about the idea that real art comes from pain and real artists don’t dull their pain. (Note: If you’re not feeling up to the heavy stuff right now, you can still listen up to the 09.55 mark!)
18: The Myth of the Tragic Artist
November 14, 2018 15:00 - 53 minutes - 30.9 MBWe do some final Inktober check-in, but mostly we talk about the idea that real art comes from pain and real artists don’t dull their pain. (Note: If you’re not feeling up to the heavy stuff right now, you can still listen up to the 09.55 mark!)
17: Words, Words, Words
October 31, 2018 15:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBWe calm some fears about X-acto knives, and talk about writing as a creative pursuit. Do people treat it differently from painting or knitting?
Make Do 17: Words, Words, Words
October 31, 2018 15:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBWe calm some fears about X-acto knives, and talk about writing as a creative pursuit. Do people treat it differently from painting or knitting?
Make Do 16: Spoopy Decorations, Do-overs, and Some Fun News!
October 17, 2018 14:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBNoisemakers and party hats - we’re now part of the Relay FM family! Also party hats and decorations because we’re talking about Halloweeny crafts and such. Plus some inktober check-in.
16: Spoopy Decorations, Do-overs, and Some Fun News!
October 17, 2018 14:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBNoisemakers and party hats - we’re now part of the Relay FM family! Also party hats and decorations because we’re talking about Halloweeny crafts and such. Plus some inktober check-in.
15: Inktober
October 03, 2018 12:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBWe answer a couple of listener questions, and then chew on Inktober, a 30-day inking challenge. What’s the deal, how do we feel about it, what are our strategies?
Make Do 15: Inktober
October 03, 2018 12:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBWe answer a couple of listener questions, and then chew on Inktober, a 30-day inking challenge. What’s the deal, how do we feel about it, what are our strategies?
14: Doodles, Self-Worth, and Inspiration, Question Mark?
September 19, 2018 14:15 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBIt can be hard to separate your sense of self worth from your output – either quantity or quality. But that’s probably not the best way to handle your identity as a creative person. (Or is it? Julia briefly plays devil’s advocate.) Also: Spaghetti-Os.
Make Do 14: Doodles, Self-Worth, and Inspiration, Question Mark?
September 19, 2018 14:15 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBIt can be hard to separate your sense of self worth from your output – either quantity or quality. But that’s probably not the best way to handle your identity as a creative person. (Or is it? Julia briefly plays devil’s advocate.) Also: Spaghetti-Os.
Make Do 13: Sew, Sew, Sew Your Coat
September 05, 2018 14:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MBDedicated follower of fashion or not – sewing is an amazing maker-skill to have, and we talk a little bit about why.
13: Sew, Sew, Sew Your Coat
September 05, 2018 14:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MBDedicated follower of fashion or not – sewing is an amazing maker-skill to have, and we talk a little bit about why.
12: Paint With All the Colors of, You Know
August 22, 2018 14:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBThere is no reason to stop asking people what their favorite color is, right? It turns out Tiff and Julia have the same one – but we also talk a lot about all sorts of colors and how color theory, -psychology, -philosophy, and -blindness might work.
Make Do 12: Paint With All the Colors of, You Know
August 22, 2018 14:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBThere is no reason to stop asking people what their favorite color is, right? It turns out Tiff and Julia have the same one – but we also talk a lot about all sorts of colors and how color theory, -psychology, -philosophy, and -blindness might work.
11: Posers and Impostors – Looking the Part
August 08, 2018 14:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBCan an artist wear khakis? Do tattoos make someone cool and creative? What stereotypes do we have working for or against us, as creative and makey people?
Make Do 11: Posers and Impostors – Looking the Part
August 08, 2018 14:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBCan an artist wear khakis? Do tattoos make someone cool and creative? What stereotypes do we have working for or against us, as creative and makey people?
Make Do 10: Ready, Set – Challenges
July 25, 2018 13:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBChallenging yourself is good. We think. But what about specific challenges, like doing something every day for a month, or making a hundred of something? Also: Naked dude report.
10: Ready, Set – Challenges
July 25, 2018 13:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBChallenging yourself is good. We think. But what about specific challenges, like doing something every day for a month, or making a hundred of something? Also: Naked dude report.
Make Do 9: Content and Intent – Being Political
July 11, 2018 13:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MBIs art political – and does it have to be? Do you have a responsibility to make with issues and values in mind? Is crafting as post-apocalyptic life skill a political statement? Either way, we have a lot of feelings on the subject, and on current events.
9: Content and Intent – Being Political
July 11, 2018 13:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MBIs art political – and does it have to be? Do you have a responsibility to make with issues and values in mind? Is crafting as post-apocalyptic life skill a political statement? Either way, we have a lot of feelings on the subject, and on current events.
Make Do 8: Figuring out our Feelings
June 27, 2018 14:15 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBTouchy feely touching base time. How are we feeling about our creating? Is talking about it making it better or worse? And is it OK to do a thing just because it’s fun?
8: Figuring out our Feelings
June 27, 2018 14:15 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBTouchy feely touching base time. How are we feeling about our creating? Is talking about it making it better or worse? And is it OK to do a thing just because it’s fun?
7: Too Cool for School
June 13, 2018 14:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBDo you have to have proper training and a degree to be an artist? To do art? To call yourself an artist? We ponder credibility and qualifications.