It was a pleasure to talk to Charley Ruddell at WGBH (and then surreal to read) about *everything* I've ever done. Read it if you wanna know what I've been up to since I turned 21!

“We asked for ten grand to make an album of original songs, and any Dedham musician that wants to play on it can. We recorded a marching band, a church choir… kids made the artwork in schools. It started as an excuse for me to get enough money to start a band. My friend Evan and I literally walked into a Guitar Center with four grand and said ‘What do you need to be a band?’”

Favorite materials/tools? It's got to be Leather, my faithful old Singer, Ink, my Mac and all other things Apple. Creative icon? Lucien Freud - an amazing artist with a superb eye for detail. Other artistic outlets? Soaking up other peoples creations and getting inspiration.   We live in London so there is an abundance of galleries and studios bursting with new talent. Best advise: Stay true to yourself and have faith in what you do.   I didn't really think I would be able to give up my day job and do this full time, but here I am. Daytime mega crafter or creative genius by night? Definitely a daytime mega artist!   We have a five month old son so the evenings are sanctioned for bath time and is much sleep as we can get! Links: tovicorrie.etsy.com facebook.com/tovicorrie twitter.com/tovicorrie

Favorite materials/tools? I generally paint on wood.   I like the smooth surface as the paint glides on so effortlessly.   I use professional grade oil paints, not really settling on one particular brand.   But I like Windsor & Newton and Utrecht a lot. Creative icon? Right now I look frequently at Paul Ferney, Anne Packard, Joaquin Sorolla, and Eugene Boudin.   Their color pallets are a feast for my eyes and soul.   Nature and the scenes that strike me as I drive or walk around New England are a source of never ending inspiration for me, as well. Other artistic outlets? I'm a mother first and foremost, which requires a great deal of creative exertion in itself.   I find myself painting other things around my home, shelves, chairs, my kitchen table.   I love building furniture, too, and get a little carried away with that at times.   I sew, quilt, garden, and cook, all in a day.   You could say I'm a bit schizophrenic in my artistic pursuits, but aren't we all? Best advise: Be loyal to your own sense of worth, your personal values, and your priorities.   Then, doing what you love is a part of who you are, and who you are becomes beautiful.   Doing what you love isn't selfish, because it radiates light to others, which inspires us all to be our best selves. Daytime mega crafter or creative genius by night? I do most of my painting while my 2 year old naps in the middle of the day.   The morning with its light is my favorite time to work, however, and if I could bottle it up to use whenever I wanted, I would. Links: erinspencerart.com dutchfotos.blogspot.com erinspencer.etsy.com

Favorite materials/tools? Comfortable fabrics, jersey, organic, scissors and my blackberry. Creative icon? Inspired more by life, nature, & my life experiences more than one icon. Other artistic outlets? My other artistic outlets include reading, music, makeup, travel, nature and I have an appreciation for design in all forms. Best advise: Pursue love in all you do... Daytime mega crafter or creative genius by night? More of a night person as far as ideas, creativity and deep thinking, daytime is when the work gets done. Links: shoplamixx.com lamixx.blogspot.com facebook.com/lamixxclothing twitter.com/lovelamixx

Favorite materials/tools? Leather, Jersey, Silk, Wool- really, anything fabric! I also could not survive without my Husky sewing machines, the Mac (called Mavournine, “my darling”), and the giant tub that I dye fabric in. Creative icon? My mother. No one has inspired me more throughout life. Watching her pick out clothes for work in the mornings is probably the most understated influence of my creative being. Other artistic outlets? I would have to say that I have many artistic outlets. I dabble. These outlets are of the utmost importance to my survival in the everyday-world. Best advise: Everyone says it: Do what you love. I would say: Do what you love and never ever let anyone sway you from being true to yourself. Daytime mega crafter or creative genius by night? Day time mega artist, but some of my best ideas come to me right before bed... Links: NoelFales.etsy.com twitter.com/NoelFales

Favorite materials/tools? Windsor & newton watercolors, arches aquarelle watercolor papers, micron ink pens. Creative icon? No one really... I'm more inspired by experiences and life in general! Other artistic outlets? I play the cello also- and work as an apparel designer during the day. Best advise: Find your passion and go with it- if you love what you do it will show and you will be successful. Daytime mega crafter or creative genius by night? Well.. working 9-5 doing apparel design and working as a fashion illustrator at night... I'd say a little of both :). If it were up to me it would depend on my mood.. sometimes I love working all day, and sometimes night works better! Links: paperfashion.wordpress.com kathrynelyse.etsy.com

Favorite materials/tools? Canvas and disappearing ink markers (great for marking fabric or leaving secret notes). Creative icon? hmmmmm....hmmmmmm....hmmmmm....{insert someone creative, clever and iconic}.....Tina Fey! Other artistic outlets? I love to cook. Current favorite ingredient (or method of eating): fresh corn tortillas made by my local Mexican grocer. Best advise: Be committed to what you do. Hard work eventually pays off. And, support other small businesses! Daytime mega crafter or creative genius by night? Daytime Moop maker, creative beer drinker who's constantly analyzing her entrepreneurial endeavors by night, sometimes while watching basketball and playing scrabble (read: really boring at night). Links: shop Moop at www.moopshop.com, buy artisan food at www.foodzie.com, find your local farmers markets at www.localharvest.org.