Discover how the deeply personal art of tattooing can be a powerful source of healing and self-expression. Joining us is Wendy’s own tattoo artist, Topher Charnley, to explore the adventurous journey of an artist whose creative life bloomed from family interactions, upbringing, and even a mental health diagnosis. Topher reveals how his art has manifested over the years and the profound impact this intimate art form has on both him and his hundreds of clients.

This episode dives into the therapeutic aspects of creativity, including how art provides a conscious meditative space, a reprieve from overthinking, and a way to process emotions. Sharing his experience navigating bipolar disorder and how he's learned to harness his emotional cycles to his artistic advantage.

Learn about the unique relationships between tattoo artists and clients, the transformative power of a new tattoo, and why comparison is a trap. This conversation will inspire you to embrace creativity as a vital tool for mental well-being and personal growth.

Takeaways

• The creative life of an artist can begin at any point.

• Support from family is crucial for nurturing creativity.

• Creativity can serve as a form of meditation and emotional balance.

• Art can help process and deal with mental health challenges.

• Navigating ADHD and bipolarity can influence creative expression.

• Tattooing creates deep connections between artists and clients.

• Memorial tattoos serve as a way to honor lost loved ones.

• Art can be a way to express emotions that are hard to verbalize.

• The experience of getting a tattoo is a roller coaster of emotions.

• Creativity is a gift that can help others heal.

Follow this link for tips on how to select you first or next tattoo:

https://wendycrafts.co/wendy-crafts-embracing-emotions-with-tattoo-artist-topher-charnley/

Learn more about Topher on Instagram and check out Black Lantern Collective on Instagram.

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This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative.