On today's episode, Michelle is joined by artist Lindsey Cherek Waller. From capturing queer joy to the life of an artist both on and off social media, you won't want to miss this vibrant and heartwarming conversation. Lindsey Cherek Waller (they/she) is a queer, non-binary artist who centers pleasure and joy. Through portraits and still life paintings, Lindsey envisions a future beyond binaries - encouraging us to take up space, embrace play and imagine the possibilities to construct a better world. ------------------------- In today's episode, we cover the following: Their origin story and entrepreneurial roots Her college experience and moving across the country Things we wish we'd learned in school Finding their artistic style Their portraiture project and still life work Living in a small town vs. metropolitan city as a queer person Controversial art Being an artist on social media and behaviors that grind her gears Dinner parties and pouring the energy into the people you value ----------------------- RESOURCES: Episode 078: Life According to NFT Artist Katie Langhammer Episode 069: Life According to Doodler Alisa Wismer Judy Chicago: The Dinner Party ----------------------- Guest info: To check out Lindsey's electric work, you can follow them on Instagram and TikTok @lindseycherekwaller or visit their website lindseycherek.com. ----------------------- WORK WITH MKW CREATIVE CO. Connect on social with Michelle at: Kiss My Aesthetic Facebook Group Instagram Tik Tok ----------------------- Did you know that the fuel of the POD and the KMA Team runs on coffee? ;) If you love the content shared in the KMA podcast, you're welcome to invite us to a cup of coffee any time - Buy Me a Coffee! ----------------------- This episode of the Kiss My Aesthetic Podcast is brought to you by Audible. Get your first month free at www.audible.com/kma. This episode was edited by Berta Wired Theme music by: Eliza Rosevera and Nathan Menard