
The Creative Couch is a podcast about creativity, doubt, and finding your own way of making work. Hosted by artist and coach Sam Marshall, it’s a place to talk honestly about making work, staying connected to creativity, and building confidence over time.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 18 | Founded | 4 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Arts | |||

In this episode of The Creative Couch, I respond to three thoughtful creative dilemmas from Caroline, Alison and Laurel – exploring the emotional complexity of pricing artwork, the overwhelm of constantly changing creative direction, and the question... more
In this special episode of The Creative Couch, I’m joined by a very special guest… my mum.
Before we headed off together to Italy for my recent drawing and printmaking retreat, I asked listeners to send in their questions for her — and this episode ... more
In this episode of The Creative Couch, I respond to three thoughtful creative dilemmas from Sarah, Lyn and Helen – exploring artistic ethics, building a mailing list from scratch, and the vulnerable question of whether to create under your own name o... more
In this episode of The Creative Couch, I respond to three thoughtful creative dilemmas from Barbara, Mimi and Juilette – exploring framing and exhibitions, comparison and creative growth, and the pressure we place on ourselves through sketchbooks.
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As a novice artist that wants to explore so many different mediums with so little time, (yearning for retirement!!) Sam has helped me slow down and simplify my practice. I adore the 3 dilemmas format; I find them so helpful! Sending good vibes from the U.S.
I love Sam’s work on IG and what a delight to find I can listen in my daily dog walk now! I wish there were a shelf full of past sessions to savor. Wonderful advice and support from a teaching and experienced perspective. You’re a busy lady to keep us followers chasing along with you Sam! (hello darling Marple🤎)
I’m really enjoying listening to these as I work on drawings. So helpful, inspiring, informative, with a great message of not only getting on with it, but HOW to get on with it. Thanks Sam!
I've been following Sam on Instagram for many years. I've taken her workshops and have been in creative coaching sessions with her for a couple of years. She never feeds you any fluff and always gives you straightforward feedback. This podcast is no different. Love it, Sam!
I loved listening to this. Sam is an experienced artist and coach, and gives such helpful and practical advice for dilemmas that arise when you’re a maker. I like how the real life scenarios are very relatable to all artists. Sam offers a non judgemental and supportive way of reframing how we might think about our own work (eg ‘not good enough’) and brings you back to why you want to make art in the first place. We can all learn so much from Sam, and I can’t wait to hear the rest of the series.
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The show centers on creativity, doubt, and building a sustainable practice for artists and makers. Across episodes, listeners hear practical coaching on staying creative, structuring time for multiple projects, navigating creative blocks, open-call submissions, selling and curating work, and fostering a supportive creative community. The host leans into compassionate, experience-based guidance, with actionable homework and real-life scenarios that emphasize consistent practice, self-trust, and meaningful creative direction. Noteworthy is the emphasis on low-stakes routines, time-boxing, and local in-person community-building as pathways to growth, plus a clear focus on turning passion into a coherent creative life without sacrificing income... more
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Recent guests on The Creative Couch include:
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