In this highlights episode, Creatives Processing host Sarah Mulligan Williams features five powerful insights from her conversation with Craig and Jess Winslow, the light artist and creative strategist behind experiential light art studio, Winslow Studio. Craig and Jess’s approach to creative partnership offers lessons for any professional navigating the intersection of creativity, business, and authentic relationships. Between each highlight, Sarah shares her own perspective on how these insights connect to her approach to creative leadership and strategic design, offering practical guidance for building sustainable creative practices that honor both human relationships and business success.Featured Highlights:

• Setting Boundaries as Business and Romantic Partners – How Craig and Jess protect both their creativity and relationship through intentional systems and clear communication
• ”No, But” vs ”Yes, And” – Why successful creative partnerships need both visionary thinking and practical reality checks
• Fake Internet Points and Reframing Creative Value – Jess's honest reflection on social media's impact on artistic practice and finding authentic measures of success
• Being Present vs Chasing Achievements – The importance of celebrating progress and being fully engaged in the creative process rather than constantly rushing toward the next milestone

• Setting Ambitious vs Achievable Goals – Craig's hard-learned lesson about creating sustainable momentum through realistic expectations and ”layered victories”

Connect with Winslow Studio:

Website: www.winslow.studioInstagram: @hellowinslowstudio, @craigwinslow, @jayzombie