The Artrepreneur Diaries
Podcast Description
Hello friends! I'm Ash, and I'm here hosting TAD!The Artrepreneur Diaries is more than just a podcast—it’s a guide for creative individuals navigating the transition from student to professional, freelancer, or entrepreneur. It’s designed to be both inspirational and actionable, offering a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to build a career in creative industries.At its core, The Artrepreneur Diaries is about:Authenticity – Honest, real conversations about the struggles and successes of building a career.Creativity – Focused on professionals who challenge traditional career paths. Entrepreneurship – Spotlighting individuals who have built something from the ground up.Community – Encouraging collaboration, networking, and resource-sharing among listeners.So follow along and learn together with me on this creative journey!
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast explores themes of authenticity, creativity, and entrepreneurship, covering specific topics like the journey from passion to profession, the significance of storytelling in photography, and the challenges of pricing and marketing. Episodes include in-depth discussions with guests like wedding photographer Amy Susnjara, focusing on personal experiences, business strategies, and advice for aspiring creatives.
Hello friends! I’m Ash, and I’m here hosting TAD!
The Artrepreneur Diaries is more than just a podcast—it’s a guide for creative individuals navigating the transition from student to professional, freelancer, or entrepreneur. It’s designed to be both inspirational and actionable, offering a behind-the-scenes look at what it really takes to build a career in creative industries.
At its core, The Artrepreneur Diaries is about:
Authenticity – Honest, real conversations about the struggles and successes of building a career.
Creativity – Focused on professionals who challenge traditional career paths.
Entrepreneurship – Spotlighting individuals who have built something from the ground up.
Community – Encouraging collaboration, networking, and resource-sharing among listeners.
So follow along and learn together with me on this creative journey!
In this episode, I sit down with Kensie Keele, a professional dancer who shares her journey from a small town in North Carolina to the fast-paced world of New York City. We talk about what it really takes to pursue dance as a career, the power of creative community, and how finding your people can change everything. From training at the CLI Conservatory to performing in NYC, Kenzie opens up about confidence, collaboration, and staying grounded in the hustle.
Chapters
00:00 Welcome to TAD
03:03 Kensie Keele: A Journey into Dance
06:03 The Leap to New York City
08:54 Training at CLI Conservatory
12:09 Finding Confidence in Dance
14:55 Joining Akompany: A New Chapter
18:01 The Importance of Community
20:58 First Performance in NYC
24:10 Exploring Commercial Dance
26:47 The Power of Creative Collaboration
29:51 Creative Influences and Toolbox
32:46 Looking Ahead: Future Aspirations
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