The Artist Pivot

• S7 Ep 4: Act On Your Dreams Now with Nasir Kenneth Ferebee

  On this episode of The Artist Pivot Podcast, I am joined by award-winning Producer, Director, and Writer Nasir Kenneth Ferebee. We explore Nasir's transition from the East Coast to the bustling world of Los Angeles, his experiences in the entertainment industry, and the empowering decision to pivot towards creating his own content, because he always knew independent film making was in his path but didn’t know how. Throughout the episode, Nasir shares invaluable insights on producing, the importance of standing beside one another in moments of success, and the art of balancing personal growth with professional ambitions. We also discuss staying power and resilience in the creative field and the importance of acting on your dreams now and how it’s also important to pivot at the right time. You may be called to make a decision that you think you're ready for but ultimately like Nasir said you have to Let Go of the Good Thing to get the God thing. Podcast Instagram  Podcast Patreon Podcast Merch  Podcast Youtube Channel   Get in touch: Nasir Kenneth Ferebee  Website  Instagram  LinkedIn  Ayana Major Bey  Website  Instagram  Show Sponsors:  WeAudition: Get 25% off your membership when you use the code PIVOT, join at https://www.weaudition.com/ Host & Exec. Producer: Ayana Major Bey  Editor: Kieran Niemand  Theme Song: Lyrics co-written by Ayana Major Bey and Melissa Victor, with performance by Ayana Major Bey   Part of the Atabey & Co Network  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• S7 Ep 3: Seek Alignment and Find Your Anchor with Dale Novella Anderson-Lee

  Never stop learning about the things that you really love, because when you aren't afraid to learn it can give so much clarity. - Dale Novella Anderson-Lee  On this episode I am joined by the multi-talented Dale Novella Anderson Lee, who happens to be a funk songwriter and teaching artist. Dale shares her journey of navigating the arts world while staying true to her beliefs and community values. From her early passion for music and songwriting inspired by family performances to her exploration of teaching artistry and the therapeutic aspects of the arts, Dale discusses the ups and downs of her creative path. She imparts wisdom on the importance of saying 'no' to opportunities that don't align with personal values and embracing hobbies for a balanced life. She offers candid insights into the pivots and self-discoveries that have shaped her career, and the continuous learning process she champions for artists seeking alignment and success in their journeys. Podcast Instagram  Podcast Patreon Podcast Merch  Podcast Youtube Channel   Get in touch: Dale Novella  Website Instagram Ayana Major Bey  Website  Instagram  Show Sponsors:  WeAudition: Get 25% off your membership when you use the code PIVOT, join at https://www.weaudition.com/ Host & Exec. Producer: Ayana Major Bey  Editor: Kieran Niemand  Theme Song: Lyrics co-written by Ayana Major Bey and Melissa Victor, with performance by Ayana Major Bey   Part of the Atabey & Co Network  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• S7 Ep 2: Pivoting Through the Lens of Love: Transforming Adversity into Art with Micah Dawanyi

  On this episode I am joined by self-proclaimed "Pivot Connoisseur" Micah Dawanyi who has journeyed from being a competitive soccer player to a storyteller, illustrator, novelist, and speaker. Micah opens up about his transformative pivot into the arts following a forced departure from sports due to medical issues. He shares insights into how grief from such life pivots informed his artistic expression and creative journey. Micah also discusses his unique approach to writing, where illustration often precedes the narrative, drawing from his insights into creative expression. As an author of three books, Micah reflects on the slow processing of emotional experiences, the importance of recognizing personal artistic processes, and dealing with vulnerabilities and impostor syndrome. Together we explore themes of artistic resilience, accepting and making space for emotions, and the beauty in the unconventional paths of artistry. My takeaways from this episode are to jump before you can overthink because I sometimes deal with analysis paralysis and to try and find peace in every pivot because you deserve it. Podcast Instagram  Podcast Patreon Podcast Merch  Podcast Youtube Channel   Get in touch: Micah Dawanyi  Linktree  Ayana Major Bey  Website  Instagram  Show Sponsors:  WeAudition: Get 25% off your membership when you use the code PIVOT, join at https://www.weaudition.com/ Host & Exec. Producer: Ayana Major Bey  Editor: Kieran Niemand  Theme Song: Lyrics co-written by Ayana Major Bey and Melissa Victor, with performance by Ayana Major Bey   Part of the Atabey & Co Network  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• S7 Ep 1: Boosting Art IQ with Dr. Quahana Hendree

  On this episode I am joined by art consultant and theological art historian Dr. Quahana Hendree, who has a unique journey that connects the corporate world and artistic community. We dove into her journey from a fearless five-year-old passionate about art to becoming a powerhouse art consultant. She shared how she bridges the gap between the business world and the art world, increasing art IQ while getting artists paid and corporate spaces beautified, and how art not only enhances corporate environments but also nurtures productivity and well-being. Get ready to explore how art consulting can bring alignment between businesses and their visual spaces, fostering a seamless blend of aesthetics and function. Whether you're an artist wanting to expand into corporate spaces or someone intrigued by the transformative power of art, this episode promises a wealth of inspiration and wisdom. My takeaway from this episode is that Dr. Hendree reminded me that every pivot, even the challenging ones, adds to your skills and growth. I would also love to hear your takeaways from this episode, so feel free to send me an email to ayana [at] theartistpivot.com.  Podcast Instagram  Podcast Patreon Podcast Merch  Podcast Youtube Channel   Get in touch: Dr. Quahana Hendree  Website  Instagram Ayana Major Bey  Website  Instagram  Show Sponsors:  WeAudition: Get 25% off your membership when you use the code PIVOT, join at https://www.weaudition.com/ Host & Exec. Producer: Ayana Major Bey  Editor: Kieran Niemand  Theme Song: Lyrics co-written by Ayana Major Bey and Melissa Victor, with performance by Ayana Major Bey   Part of the Atabey & Co Network  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Season 7 Trailer

  Welcome to the 7th season of the award winning The Artist Pivot Podcast! This podcast was created to have conversations with artists, those who work in and around the arts, and arts educators as a way to hear their stories of pivoting and life lessons in their careers. With these conversations the mission is to educate, empower, and celebrate artists so they have no option but to thrive.  This trailer includes clips from upcoming episodes in the season that feature Art Consultant and Theological Art Historian Dr. Quahana Hendree, Novelist and Illustrator Micah Dawanyi, two-time Emmy® nominated, NAACP Image, and GLAAD award-winning producer, director, and writer Nasir Ferebee, and Funk Songwriter and Teaching Artist Dale Novella.  Links Template  Podcast Instagram  Podcast Patreon Podcast Merch  Podcast Youtube Channel   Ayana Major Bey  Website  Instagram  Host & Exec. Producer: Ayana Major Bey  Editor: Kieran Niemand  Theme Song: Lyrics co-written by Ayana Major Bey and Melissa Victor, with performance by Ayana Major Bey   Part of the Atabey & Co Network  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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