5.11a Elin Manon: 'Illustration, Folklore and Landscape'
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Welcome to series 5, episode 11 of the Prompted by Nature. How have you been? Imbolc has just passed here in the UK and I can feel the very tangible promise of the lighter months slowly creeping up. The full snow moon has just passed and has been illuminating the early mornings with an almost solar glare - it’s been so bright! I’m in the midst of planning my upcoming e-zine in time for the Equinox as well as working on a few pieces that I’m feeling really inspired by.
Onto to day’s episode.
Today I’m speaking with illustrator, Elin Manon. Elin is a freelance illustrator from Wales now based in Cornwall. Her work is inspired by the natural world, folklore and folk traditions, particularly those Welsh and Cornish. A passion for storytelling and the celebration and protection of our natural world has been a constant drive within her work. Through the power of imagination and imagery, she aims to deepen our connection to the natural environment, reflecting stories of the landscape, in a world that is often focused on the modern and material.
In this conversation, we discuss:
Elin’s creative journey How Elin’s distinctive style emerged The place of storytelling in her work The boundary between Self and Art Finding the balance between work and creativity Charging what you’re worth as a writer Elin’s creative process The impact that Elin’s early encounters with nature and storytelling (especially the Mabinogion) had on her future work Why speaking and using Welsh is so important to Elin Why connecting with creatives can be an important part of enjoying and appreciating their art The lesson that Elin would like to pass onto you Elin’s vision for the futureThis conversation was so rich and I loved speaking with Erin about her incredible artwork. you can find her on her website www.elin-manon.com and on Instagram @elin_manon_illustration
Past episodes that would work well with this one are:
2.5a Nick Hayes, The Book of Trespass
3.6a Jamey-Anne Redway, Illustration and the Natural World
3.8a Chloe Valerie Harmsworth, Nature-Inspired Creativity
4.10a Elizabeth Gleave, Restoring the Earth through the Arts
5.2a Amy-Jane Beer, The Flow
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Until next time, I’m sending lots of love and creativity. Happy listening and I’ll speak to you soon! Bye.
Helen x
Prompted by Nature
The Prompted by Nature podcast is a series of interviews punctuated by meditations and writing prompts inspired by each conversation. It explores the connection between nature and creativity through story-telling.
Guests include Naturalists and Environmentalists, Herbalists, Botanists, Wildlife Experts, Therapists, Nature Writers and Photographers, Outdoor/Wilderness Guides, Artists, Climate Change Activists and so any more inspiring souls using their creativity to work in and with nature.
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