About this episode

Monique Long returns to discuss identity, creativity, and the philosophy behind her 'I AM...' series.

Episode 390 guest Monique Long returns to The Art Box for a deeply personal conversation about identity, creativity, and the remarkable power of believing in yourself. While our first conversation explored Monique's extraordinary journey through Hollywood as an Emmy Award-winning costume designer, stylist, and creative visionary, this episode takes us deeper into the philosophy behind her celebrated "I AM..." series and the life experiences that continue to shape her work. Together, we explore what it means to live authentically, embrace vulnerability, and create art that speaks to both the artist and the viewer. Monique shares how curiosity, courage, and an unwavering commitment to personal truth have guided her evolution, from designing costumes that helped tell someone else's story to creating artwork that encourages each of us to discover our own. The conversation also wanders through creativity, intuition, mentorship, inspiration, and the artists who have influenced her along the way, including the timeless elegance and fearless innovation of Coco Chanel. Warm, thoughtful, and filled with moments of insight, this episode reminds us that the most meaningful works of art often…

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