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Ava is joined by actress Lorene Chelsey for a conversation on embracing the artist lifestyle. They dive deep into the realities of the artist lifestyle, exploring everything from the nomadic nature of acting work to finding and maintaining creative inspiration.

Lorene Chesley is an actress and creator who hails from the Washington DC metro area. She's the author of The Perfectly Imperfect Christian, which is currently being turned into a dramedy series called P.I.C. She’s an Aries Sun, Pisces Moon, and Taurus rising who loves the adventure of life.

Ava and Lorene discuss the creative process, creative project management, and finding balance in an unconventional career. Plus, they share valuable tips for anyone wanting to tap into their inner artist, whether as a passion project or career path.

Whether you're an aspiring artist or someone looking to embrace their creativity, Lorene's practical advice and infectious enthusiasm will inspire you to pursue your artistic dreams on the journey to being more you.

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Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to Lorene Chesley

04:00 Lorene’s journey to becoming an actor

07:33 Putting your ass where your heart wants to be

09:22 What the life of an actor is actually like

10:40 Day jobs and making ends meet as an artist

15:06 Traveling for work as an artist to New Orleans and beyond

17:25 How to stay motivated as an artist working on a show pilot

20:36 Finding balance and making space for creativity to flow

21:37 Starting a new creative project and learning as you go

27:15 Is every creative project meant to be finished?

29:25 Where to look for creative inspiration when you’re in a lull

32:01 Travel talk: Proximity to weekend trips in CA

37:13 Lorene Chesley’s P.I.C. pilot

41:55 Presenting a pilot at Portland Film Festival

44:17 Advice for embracing your inner artist

49:24 Getting to know yourself

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Episode Resources

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Website: https://www.lorenechesley.com/

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