Posts by Lori Siebert and Jamie Jamison
Building a Brand with Soul: John O’Donnell of Johnnie-O on the West Coast Prep Lifestyle
John O’Donnell is the founder and CEO of Johnnie-O, the clothing brand known for coining “West Coast Prep”—a signature style that blends the laid-back vibe of California with the polish of classic menswear. A Chicago native and former UCLA golfer, John grew up with Midwestern values and a deep appreciation for authenticity. After two decades…
Read MoreCarving a Creative Path: Diane Kappa on Texture, Pattern, and Process
Diane Kappa is a lifelong artist and the daughter of an artist. After founding her art licensing business nearly 20 years ago, she spent many years designing to creative briefs—a challenge she still enjoys for its problem-solving aspects. But in recent years, her focus has shifted toward more personal exploration, a journey that has deepened…
Read MoreReawakening Wonder Through the Sketchbook: A Conversation with Samantha Dion Baker
Samantha Dion Baker has always seen the world a little differently. From her childhood days sketching in her grandmother’s sculpture studio and watching her mother make intricate designs on a drafting table to a decades-long career in graphic design, her creative path has been shaped by curiosity, beauty, and a deep desire to pay attention.…
Read MoreLayers of Imagination: Painting, Play, and Personal Growth with Juliette Crane
In this episode of ReBloom, we’re joined by artist Juliette Crane, whose work blends the whimsical and the profound. Based in the Driftless Region of Wisconsin, Juliette’s colorful mixed-media paintings explore memory, imagination, and the natural world—inviting viewers into layered worlds where abstraction meets figuration. Juliette shares how losing her job in 2009 led her back…
Read MoreFrom Lens to Bloom: Calvert Crary on Creativity, Reinvention, and the Business of Flowers
This week on the ReBloom Podcast, we’re joined by Calvert Crary—owner of FlowerSchool, internationally recognized master educator, and author of Flower School: A Practical Guide to the Art of Flower Arranging and The Encyclopedia of Cut Flowers. Calvert began his career as a lifestyle and fashion photographer before making a bold pivot into floral design in 2006. Since then, he…
Read MoreFrom Piano Keys to Pastry Bags with Navah Frost
Navah Perlman Frost’s journey from renowned concert pianist to a brilliant baker and cake artist is a story of passion, resilience, and creativity. Navah built an impressive career performing on some of the world’s most prestigious stages. Her deep connection to music took her across the globe, where she also developed a love for local…
Read MorePainting a Colorful World with Annie Sloan
Annie Sloan is one of the most influential figures in interior design and decorative painting. An artist, inventor, educator, and entrepreneur, she has spent over three decades helping people rediscover creativity and self-expression—making the world more colourful, one brushstroke at a time. In 1990, Annie revolutionized the DIY world with her invention of Chalk Paint™—a…
Read MoreThe Art of Transformation with Gayle Kabaker
Gayle Kabaker is an award-winning illustrator, writer, and visual storyteller whose work celebrates femininity and beauty in all forms. After graduating from the Academy of Art in San Francisco, she began as a freelance fashion illustrator, setting the stage for her artistic evolution. Her career took a pivotal turn in 2012 when her piece June Brides became…
Read MoreReblooming with Lori Siebert and Jamie Jamison
In the world of art and creativity, there are moments when we must pause, reflect, and rediscover ourselves. That’s exactly what Lori Siebert and Jamie Jamison have done with their inspiring podcast, Rebloom. Now in its second season, the show has blossomed into a space for deep conversations about personal growth, resilience, and the creative journey. Recently, Lori and Jamie…
Read MoreA Colorful Conversation with the Fabulous Dionne Woods
Dionne Woods, the creative force behind The Turquoise Iris, is a passionate Motivatarian who inspires others with her boundless creativity and infectious joy. As an artist, mentor, and community builder, her fearless journey has transformed humble beginnings in hand-painted furniture into a dynamic array of canvas art, wearable pieces, heirloom journals, and luxurious velvet fabrics—all…
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