Welcome back to the Get Help Podcast with your host, Charmaine Chanakira, Afro-Expressionist painter, founder of Runako Studio, and trained Art Psychotherapist. In Episode 8, Charmaine is joined by two incredible creatives, James Carter, founder of Creative Flair, and contemporary artist Courtenay Kusitor, for an honest conversation about creativity, identity, and what it really means to build a career in the art world. Together, they explore the realities of working within the creative industries, from navigating the highs and lows of being an artist to finding purpose and resilience in an often unpredictable profession. The trio discuss how their heritage, upbringing, culture, and personal experiences have shaped their creative voices and influenced the work they create today. As always, this is not your typical interview podcast. Through a series of art-making exercises inspired by art therapy practices, the guests are encouraged to reflect, create, and uncover deeper insights about themselves. The artwork becomes a catalyst for meaningful conversations about self-expression, identity, confidence, success, and the emotional realities that many creatives face behind the scenes. This episode is a celebration of creativity, culture, and the power of storytelling through art. 🎨 Topics discussed: • The realities of being a professional artist • Building a creative career and business • Heritage, culture, and identity • Creative entrepreneurship • Mental health and wellbeing in the arts • Finding your artistic voice • The challenges of the art industry • Art as a tool for self-discovery • Personal growth through creativity Follow the Get Help Podcast for more conversations exploring mental health, creativity, business, and self-discovery through art. Host: Charmaine Chanakira Guest: James Carter (Founder of Creative Flair) Guest: Courtenay Kusitor (Artist)