Episodes 324
Avg. Duration 1h 1m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.9 (359)
Since Aug 2020
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Windowsill Chats is a podcast for artists and creatives who are curious about what it's like to live, work & walk a creative path. You'll find honest stories, refreshing tips, artistic business advice and real conversations with global artists & makers just like you. Host Margo Tantau, a 30+ year Creative Director, Product Designer & maker, is a cheerleader for your success. Come grab a cuppa & join her in her sunny windowsill.

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S1E319 Coming Home to Tradition: Sashiko, Storytelling, and the Art of Preservation with Atsushi Futatsuya

Jun 10, 2026 1h

Margo is joined by Sashiko artisan, educator, and storyteller Atsushi Futatsuya for a conversation about creativity, cultural heritage, and the stories carried through handmade work. Born into a…

S1E318 The Case for Curiosity: Creativity, Awe, and Lifelong Learning with Lauren Henkin

Jun 03, 2026 1h 20m

Margo is joined by Lauren Henkin, founder of The Humane Space, a mindfulness and lifelong learning app designed to boost wellbeing and reduce stress by sparking curiosity, wonder, and awe. In this…

S1E317 Creative Current Events: Beige Backlash, Unique Marketing Trends & The Most Valuable Place a Brand Can Be Right Now

May 27, 2026 53m

Margo is joined by Abby for another edition of Creative Current Events—the series where they unpack the stories, launches, trends, and internet conversations shaping the creative world right now.…

Beyond Beautiful Spaces: Turning Creative Passion Into a Meaningful Career with Rebecca Ward

May 20, 2026 59m

Margo is joined by interior designer, mentor, and entrepreneur Rebecca Ward for a conversation about creativity, career pivots, and the impact our homes have on daily life. As the CEO and Principal…

The Magic of Letting Go: Motherhood, Illustration, and Redefining the "Successful Artist" with Natalie Lundeen

May 13, 2026 1h 12m

Margo is joined by illustrator and children's book artist Natalie Lundeen for a candid conversation about creativity, motherhood, burnout, and redefining what it means to be a "successful" artist.…

S1E314 Embracing the Messy Middle: The Twisty, Turny Path to a Creative Life with Nicki Traikos

May 06, 2026 1h 20m

Margo is joined by artist, author, and educator Nicki Traikos for a conversation on creativity, perfectionism, and building a life rooted in art. Known for her approachable watercolor teaching style…

Rhinestones, Reinvention & the Art of Embracing Your Multi-Passionate Mind with Kim Bloomberg of Studio Art Beat (Replay)

Apr 29, 2026 1h 7m

In this replay episode, Margo is joined by multi-passionate creative Kim Bloomberg, the joyful force behind Studio Art Beat. A fine artist, educator, and self-proclaimed art supply nerd, Kim brings a…

S1E312 More Play, Less Perfection: Embracing Experimentation and Finding Your Creative Rhythm with Lisa Solomon

Apr 22, 2026 1h 4m

Margo is joined by artist, author, and educator Lisa Solomon to discuss her newest book, Art, Craft, Color—a thoughtfully curated collection of essays, reflections, and creative projects designed to…

S1E311 Paint Brushes to Balance Sheets: Financial Literacy, Tax Knowledge and How to Break the Starving Artist Stereotype With Hannah Cole (Replay)

Apr 15, 2026 1h 2m

In this replay episode, Margo is joined by tax expert Hannah Cole who specializes in working with creative businesses and mission-driven solopreneurs. A long-time working artist herself, she's helped…

S1E310 Three Good Things: A Practice in Perspective, Hope, and Everyday Joy with Emily Gaines Demsky

Apr 08, 2026 1h 10m

Margo sits down with artist, writer, and creator Emily Gaines Demsky for a conversation centered on creativity, perspective, and the quiet power of noticing what's good. Emily makes vibrant floral…

S1E309 What's the Best That Could Happen? Madison Phipps on Building an Art Business in the Margins

Apr 01, 2026 51m

Margo is joined by artist and illustrator Madison Phipps, the creative force behind Madison Phipps Studio. Known for her feminine, timeless botanical artwork rooted in nostalgia and storytelling,…

S1E308 Creative Current Events: The Future of Licensing & the Reinvention of Retail

Mar 25, 2026 55m

Margo is joined once again by Abby Campbell for a Creative Current Events catch-up episode, and this one is packed. After a short hiatus, the two dive right back into the ever-evolving world of art,…

S1E307 Draw Your World: Samantha Dion Baker on Sketchbook Diaries, Everyday Inspiration, and Letting Go of Perfection

Mar 18, 2026 1h 10m

Margo is joined by artist, author, and teacher Sam Dion Baker for a conversation about creativity, sketchbook practice, and finding meaning in the everyday. Originally from Philadelphia and now based…

S1E306 Following a Good Idea: Salli Swindell on Illustration, Creative Community, and Finding Joy Beyond Client Work

Mar 11, 2026 1h 13m

Margo is joined by illustrator, creative community builder, and industry champion Salli Swindell, who has spent nearly five decades in the illustration world. Salli began her career at American…

S1E305 Get Paid to Draw: Mike Lowery on Building a Portfolio That Gets You Hired

Mar 04, 2026 1h 28m

Margo is joined once again by celebrated illustrator, author, and educator Mike Lowery for a lively conversation about the realities of building a creative career. Mike is the New York Times…

S1E304 Creativity's Edge: Skill Over Talent & the Case for Creating Before You Consume with Susan Riley

Feb 25, 2026 1h 13m

Margo Tantau is joined by educator, researcher, and national leader in creativity, arts integration, and STEAM education, Susan Riley. As the founder of the Institute for Arts Integration and STEAM…

S1E303 Credibility, Point of View & Relevance: Gloria Chou's No-Gatekeeper PR Approach

Feb 18, 2026 44m

Margo is joined by award-winning PR strategist, community builder, and host of the Small Business PR Podcast, Gloria Chou. Known for disrupting traditional PR by helping creatives, founders, and…

S1E302 Creative Paths Without a Blueprint: Building Art Programs, Practices, and Possibility with Ashley Lohr

Feb 11, 2026 1h 24m

Margo is joined by Ashley Lohr, an artist, educator, and community builder based in Petersburg, Alaska—a small fishing island town where she has taught art for nearly two decades. Working across…

S1E302 Creating a Career Without Labels: How Jill Labieniec Cultivates Creative Satisfaction in Multiple Mediums

Feb 04, 2026 1h 17m

Margo is joined by Jill Labieniec, an illustrator, designer, and endlessly curious maker living on Vashon Island in the heart of the Pacific Northwest. Working primarily with watercolor, Jill's…

S1E300 What 300 Episodes Has Taught Me About Creativity, Confidence, and Staying the Course

Jan 28, 2026 51m

In this 300th episode of Windowsill Chats, Margo sits down for a special solo conversation—answering thoughtful listener questions that span creativity, confidence, career longevity, leadership, and…

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