Krishna Bala Shenoi is an artist and illustrator known for his work in children's books and as a portrait artist for the Talk Easy Pod with Sam Fragoso. He was born in Bangalore and raised in the United Arab Emirates. Krishna studied science in high school before pursuing his passion for art and attending college in Bangalore. He has since worked on numerous projects, including creating portraits for the Talk Easy Pod.

Krishna shares his first experience with art and how he discovered his passion for illustration and children's books. He talks about his educational background and the skills he has learned throughout his career. Krishna also discusses his creative process and how he gets into a creative mindset. He emphasizes the importance of starting and pushing through challenges. The conversation then shifts to Krishna's work on the Talk Easy Pod, where he creates portraits of guests. He explains how the collaboration came about and the process of creating the portraits. Krishna also shares his thoughts on the evolving landscape of art and the challenges artists face in the digital age. He concludes by discussing his future aspirations and the importance of taking breaks and being kind to oneself as an artist.

In this talk, we navigate through:

• Krishna Shenoi's early inspirations from picture books and cinema, unveiling how these ignited his lifelong passion for art.
• Krishna's unconventional path from science studies to an art career, delving into the pivotal moment that led him to follow his creative calling.
• Krishna's insights on overcoming creative blocks and diving into the artistic flow, as he shares his strategies for conquering initial hurdles.
• Krishna's creative process as we dissect the evolution of his portrait creation technique for the Talk Easy Pod, unraveling the intricacies of capturing guests' essence.
• The delicate equilibrium between artistic pursuit and self-care, as Krishna Shenoi shares his perspective on the essential balance artists must strike in their creative journeys.

Join us as we dive into the world of art and illustration with Krishna Sanoy, a talented artist known for his captivating children's books and stunning portraits. Don't miss this insightful conversation on The Truth in This Art podcast!

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Host: Rob Lee
Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
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• Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel Alexis
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