Episode 020: Nancy Dillingham - transformation, creativity, community

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In this inspiring conversation, we catch up with Nancy Dillingham, whose journey from a successful corporate career to becoming a passionate glass artist and business owner is a testament to her resilience, creativity, and self-discovery. Nancy shares how she found her artistic voice later in life, built a thriving studio—Glass Arts Collective—and the lessons she learned along the way.

This episode is packed with wisdom about redefining creativity, embracing second acts, and making a meaningful impact through art and community. Whether you're looking to make a career shift, reignite your creativity, or simply hear a heartfelt story of transformation, this episode has something for you.

To learn more about Nancy and her work:
https://www.glassartscollective.com/
https://www.instagram.com/glassartscollective
https://www.youtube.com/@glassartscollective
https://www.facebook.com/glassartscollective

Here are some highlights that you can look forward to from today’s episode:

1. From Corporate to Creative: Nancy’s transition from a corporate career in technology to running a glass art studio and rediscovering her creative potential.

2. Building the Glass Arts Collective: How Nancy launched her studio just before the pandemic and turned challenges into opportunities to grow and serve her community.

3. The Therapeutic Power of Art: The mental health benefits of working with fused glass and how art can be a calming and restorative escape for individuals.

4. Nurturing Creativity in Others: Nancy’s work with local artists to showcase their creations and provide opportunities for them to shine through her studio and gift shop.

5. Lessons in Life and Legacy: Insights from Nancy’s journey about perseverance, community impact, and building a life of purpose that leaves a lasting mark.

Nancy’s story reminds us that it’s never too late to discover new passions, embrace change, and make a positive difference in the lives of others. Dive in to hear her incredible journey!

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Outro music: Denouement by Sift - https://siftmusic.com