If Goldilocks Were an Abstract Artist

featuring Carol MacConnell

Listen now:

Listen now:

Carol MacConnell‘s artistic journey is reminiscent of the old Goldilocks’ tale. As a professional artist, Carol experimented with various styles before discovering the one that resonated perfectly with her. Now thriving as a large-scale abstract artist, Carol reveals how following her heart led her to the ideal medium.

In this episode of Creativity: Uncovered, we delve into:

  • Carol’s evolution from realism to abstraction, exploring many styles along the way
  • The process of finding your unique artistic style
  • Her passion for abstract art
  • The reasons behind her focus on large-scale painting
  • The importance of using themes to guide your art
  • Strategies for overcoming artistic blocks

The resources Carol refers to in this episode are:

Tune in for an inspiring conversation about the pursuit of artistic fulfilment and creative expression.

Happy listening!
xo Abi

More About Carol MacConnell

Carol MacConnell is a contemporary artist who creates large-scale, abstract paintings. Her work has evolved from realism to impressionism, and finally to abstraction.

Her paintings are in homes and corporate collections worldwide. Her work has been exhibited in international shows, the most recent, being a six-woman show at the Mansfield Art Center, Mansfield, Ohio, USA



Creativity: Uncovered® is a registered Trademark of Crisp Communications. Thank you for tuning in!

Don't miss an episode

Hit ‘follow’ on your favourite streaming service to be notified of all new episodes.

Subscribe to our podcast newsletter

Get a round-up of our latest podcast episodes in your inbox each month.

Creativity: Uncovered
is powered by

On Trend

Most Popular Episodes

Lean into the journey: My career transformation

You never know where your creative journey will take you, but it pays to lean in. Ally Murphy, believed her creative career had ended at age 20. Fourteen years later, a chance encounter reignited her passion for the creative arts, leading her to reinvent herself as a voice actor, screen actor, and podcaster.

Listen Now »
Creativity: Uncovered podcast episode graphic featuring guest Ashton Rodenhiser

Yes, You Should Start Doodling Again!

Who here has absentmindedly drawn or doodled while they are on the phone, in a meeting or elsewhere?

If that was you, you are going to find today’s chat really interesting. Because all of that doodling was not in vain.

In this episode, Ashton Rodenhiser, a professional doodler, joins me to discuss using drawing as a thinking and learning tool.

Listen Now »
Creativity: Uncovered podcast episode graphic featuring host Abi Gatling

My Grandma’s Buttons

My Grandma’s buttons are a source of inspiration for me, and have recently prompted me to think about the influence she has had on my creativity. This episode is all about thinking about, acknowledging and recognising those who have positively influenced us, and consider how we may then pass it forward to the next generation.

Listen Now »
Creativity: Uncovered podcast episode graphic featuring guest Ashton Rodenhiser

Yes, You Should Start Doodling Again!

Who here has absentmindedly drawn or doodled while they are on the phone, in a meeting or elsewhere?

If that was you, you are going to find today’s chat really interesting. Because all of that doodling was not in vain.

In this episode, Ashton Rodenhiser, a professional doodler, joins me to discuss using drawing as a thinking and learning tool.

Listen Now »
Creativity: Uncovered podcast episode graphic featuring guest Samantha Mackay

Using Enneagram to Find Your Creative Self

If you think that you have creativity inside of you, but just don’t know how to tap into it, this episode of Creativity: Uncovered is for you. Samantha Mackay is a personal development and Enneagram Coach focused on helping people tap into and express their true creative selves.

Listen Now »
Creativity: Uncovered podcast episode graphic featuring host Abi Gatling

When I First Chose Creativity

What is your earliest memory of being creative? Recalling this time in your life will give you great insight into your current relationship with creativity (and some clues to get it back into your life now!). In this episode, Abi Gatling shares her earliest memory of being recognised for her creativity, and the impact that had on her self-belief and sense of self growing up.

Listen Now »
Creativity: Uncovered podcast episode graphic featuring guest Angela Hollowell

Exploring the World of Branded Podcasts

Angela Hollowell did so well with her own podcast Honey & Hustle, she was approached to create a paid, branded podcast for Castos. In this episode I pick Angela’s brains about the differences between a personal podcast and a branded podcast, and her experiences of the two.

Listen Now »