V&A Waterfront Artist Alliance Creative Allies

Creative Allies

Creatives who live their art deserve to be heard. This is the philosophy behind Creative Allies, a podcast from the V&A Waterfront Artist Alliance programme. Experienced creatives are invited to share their stories as a gesture of allyship to up-and-coming talent, lending their support and encouragement. Performers, poets, directors, designers and more give their advice on everything from finding funding and developing your practice to setting boundaries and handling tax as a freelancer. Hosted by Lerato Sokhulu and Carol Williams, and produced by the V&A Waterfront Artist Alliance in collaboration with 2Stories.
Weekly English South Africa Arts · Careers Narrated by Various South African Creatives
42 Episodes
1 – 20
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Hot Take: Nyambo MasaMara on culture and creativity

How do you find your tribe? You need to be yourself to make sure they can find you, says Nyambo MasaMara, the multi-disciplinary artist, fabric and fashion designer. Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts.
2 Dec 2 min

Growing a community of allies with Joshua Prinsloo and Nyambo MasaMara

🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒💞 Belonging is a human need. Throughout our history, community has been the glue that holds people together. And nowhere is that more true than in creative spaces, where we can feel free to express who we really are. But where can we find like-minded folks? And why do connections…
28 Nov 54 min
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Hot Take: Fezeka Mkhabela on how to fund projects

To get funding, it's not only about the strength of your idea – there's a code you need to crack. Film producer and director Fezeka Mkhabela shares more. Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts.
18 Nov 5 min

Turning your passion into a paycheque with Fezeka Mkhabela and Brendan Murray

❤️‍🔥🤑 Creativity vs commercial appeal. Uniqueness vs popularity. Passion vs paying bills. These are the contradictions all creatives must face pretty much on the daily. If you’re serious about a career in this industry, you’ll have to ask yourself a variation of the following questions: How do you keep your…
14 Nov 56 min
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Hot Take: Erin-Lee Peterson on embracing innovation

Working with limitations can have a silver lining, says Erin-Lee Peterson. The creative director of sustainable luxury clothing brand Research Unit gives her advice on smart ways of using tech and available resources. Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts.
28 Oct 2 min
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Hot Take: Karen Jeynes on embracing change

What's the key to thriving in this uncertain world? Writer, director and producer Karen Jeynes gives her checklist of what qualities we need to nurture in ourselves to prepare for the future.
21 Oct 2 min

Financing your creative career with Bushy Wopp and Godisamang Khunou

🤑 It’s the age-old question: “So, you want to be an artist. How are you going to make money?” South African illustrator and muralist Bushy Wopp (aka Chad Hanning) and filmmaker Godisamang Khunou join us for this episode to share their career journeys as creatives, and answer some honest answers…
3 Oct 45 min
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