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Brandy Roels has had many roles in life. On this episode of Peak Pyrography we discuss the transitions that she has experienced and how she is reframing life in the current moment. Tune in to hear about what’s top of the list for her now! You can find Brandy in and around Normal, Illinois or on the web at any of the links below.  Website: https://brandyroels.square.site/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandyroels/ https://www.instagram.com/lunaqroels/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/brandyroelsart/  Book: Art Featured in both “The Wood Burn Community Book of Templates” Volumes 1 and 2 by Rachel Strauss Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brandyroelsart/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@brandyroelsart  Email: brandyroels@gmail.com  TicTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brandyroels Hashtag: #brandyroels Opinions, beliefs and viewpoints of the interviewed guests do not necessarily reflect the opinions, beliefs, and viewpoints of the hosts, Peak Pyrography and/or Fedde Studios LLC.

11: First Entertain Yourself with Sean Roderick-theroderickshop

Use this link to view this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/9E9_qnRDM-A Play is an important part of anyone’s creative journey. On this episode of the Peak Pyrography podcast, we talk with Rachel Jamieson who has dedicated her life to the study of Connection and Play. Make sure you tune in to hear how artists can translate play into inspiration.  Most days you will find Rachel playing through movement in the Washington DC area. Reach out to her on instagram @rachelbjam with any of your ideas or questions!

On today’s episode of the Peak Pyrography podcast I chat with Aney Carver of Pyrocrafters. She got started woodburning back in 2015 after playing around with other art forms. Now Aney discusses how she uses the wood canvas and her unique artstyle to creates intricate pieces of fine art. Listen in to find out where she gets her inspiration and what she does on days when it’s not so easy to find.  Aney book Step by Step Pyrography for beginners is a must have for anyone starting on their wood burning journey. You can find Aney at Fine Art shows around Alabama or at any of the links below.  Website: https://www.pyrocrafters.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pyrocrafters/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/aneycarver/woodburn/ Book: Step by Step Pyrography for Beginners https://www.amazon.com/Step-Step-Pyrography-Beginners-Woodburning/dp/168539258X?crid=58Z1D2DLQELX&keywords=aney+carver&qid=1670424472&sprefix=aney+carver,aps,133&sr=8-1&linkCode=sl1&tag=pyrocrafters-20&linkId=25c8c7fc79ddc822c8f377669ab2817c&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl Book: Drawing with Fire https://www.amazon.com/dp/162414957X/ref=cm_sw_r_fa_apa_i_ztgFDbA5HDCNG Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pyrocrafters/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Pyrocrafters TicTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pyrocrafters

Use this link to view this episode on YouTube:  On this episode of the podcast I talk with Basia Chmielowiec of Fine Line Pyro, Wood Burn Corner and Just Pin It. She began her journey into pyrography with wood burning panels inside of a bus. She has continued to create incredibly detailed radial symmetry designs and other intricate pieces. Tune in to head how she finds opportunities by consistently saying Yes.  Basia recently published a book, The Wood Burn Book of Community Templates Radial Symmetry Edition. You can find Basia online at the links below or you might find her around Toronto creating stunning pieces of art.  Website: woodburncorner.com finelinepyro.ca, justpinit.ca Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/finelinepyro/ and https://www.instagram.com/woodburncorner/ Pinterest: pinterest.com/woodburncorner/ Book: The Wood Burn Community Book of Templates Radial Symmetry Edition https://www.woodburncorner.com/community-book-of-templates-radial-symmetry-edition  Published in: The Wood Burn Community Book of Templates Volume I, II

Alaina Dawson first picked up a woodburning tool to make a dog tag for her canine best friend, Moose. It started there and then grew and grew. Now this side hustle allows her to spend her time outside of her day job pursuing her artistic interests.  You can find Alaina on instagram @sweetpeachburns or at any of the links below. If you’re a in southern Georgia most the year or Rhode Island in the summer, you may bump into her at markets or hiding her art for you to find.  Website: https://msha.ke/sweetpeachburns Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sweetpeachburns/ Book club: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-lcHZvOKXmzS-u0TkYmztVV04jrL4YSWE6caBW8GWaA/edit Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sweetpeachburns  Email: sweetpeachburns@gmail.com  Other: https://ko-fi.com/sweetpeachburns  Hashtag: #shopsweetpeachburns

Use this link to view this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/oSeuQY459wU  Jennifer Laberge intended to pick up leather crafting, but when looking at the price she decided to pick up a wood burning tool instead. After burning an image onto a skateboard for her daughter she was hooked. Watch this episode to see her favorite tools and some of her favorite designs.  You can find Jennifer on instagram @northstar_pyrography, or her website northstarpyrography.com. She’s Northstar Pyrography on facebook, YouTube, and Pinterest. And if you like her realistic shading style, you can check out her tutorials on her website. See below for the best ways to find her work! Website:https://www.northstarpyrography.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northstar_pyrography/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/northstarpyrography/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northstarpyrography Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjTeYJpLwV9J-DyNllhVF7A Twitch:https://www.twitch.tv/nspyrography Tutorials: https://www.northstarpyrography.com/tutorials

Use this link to view this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/FB6Jn7OZM2M  Emily Carter of Embelinaa picked up a wood burner at a craft store early on in the pandemic of 2020. She has been practicing her pyrography regularly since while balancing studying for a Masters in Environmental Policy and Management, working a full time job and creating costumes for the local theater.  You can find Emily on instagram @embelinaa or online at embelinaa.com. For San Diego Locals, you will probably see her art at local shops, or you might run into her at a market selling her pyrography and embroidery. 

Use this link to view this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/BVw40iLB9fU Cameron and Kadi Fedde began making ultralight gear outdoor gear, like backpacking bags and tents, out of their van while traveling around the South Island of New Zealand during the global pandemic in 2020. They’ve grown their company and have exciting things planned for the future. Listen in to find out where they started and where they are headed next! You can find Cameron and Kadi on instagram @theveryleast_ug or on their website theveryleast.co.nz. And, if you’re in New Zealand, watch for them sporting the coolest trail flair on the Great Walks or at markets in the Christchurch Area.

Use this link to view this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/UtoXGyiyUdI Rachel Strauss of Wood Burn Corner started her journey into pyrography with DIY art for her wedding. Now she’s one heart hands and mind behind the prolific pyrography community Wood Burn Corner. She is focused on promoting Community over Competition, by teaching, coaching and leading Burn Club. Tune in for our conversation about how important community is to her and all the things that she’s working on now! You can find Rachel on most major websites as @woodburncorner (instagram, facebook, pinterest, tictok, youtube, patreon) or on her website woodburncorner.com. She has four books out now. The Wood Burn Book, The Wood Burn Book Community Book of Templates (Volumes I and II) and The Wood Burn Book of Radial Symmetry.

Use this link to view this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/IdeOMsPIJGY  Hannah Baker of Knots and Embers fell in love with wood burning after finding a simple burning tool at her job. She has since taken to creating some of the most intricate, simple and impactful designs on wood. I love how she blends simple people with detailed natural scenes. In this episode, we discuss what she’s working on now and where she finds her inspiration.   You can find Hannah on instagram @knotsandembers or on her website knotsandembers.co.uk. Her work has been published in the Wood Burn Book Community Book of Templates Volumes I and II and Radial Symmetry Edition. 

Use this link to view this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/M_cQMXaFjq4 Crystal Bailar of Mosstangle Arts began her journey into pyrography by creating decorations for her home. It grew organically into nature inspired art and then into wood burning classes. Tune in to her what gives her the greatest joy. You can find Crystal on instagram @mosstangle or on her website mosstangle.com. Her work has been published in The Wood Burn Book Community Book of Templates Volumes I. And if you’re a PNW local, you can probably find her on the trails around Snohomish WA.

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