From Embracing Mess in Visual Arts to Confidently Solving Problems at Work – Lily Moinette

The Arts in Business

Together with Lily Moinette, we explored how an artistic practice that is not based on professional pursuits can impact her work and community. Lily works as a Grants Coordinator for NYU Abu Dhabi where she helps faculty find the right funding opportunities for their research goals. When she is not working, Lily paints, sews, and hosts.

Episode Overview:

(00:40) – Introducing Lily

(01:41) – Moment of Comfort

(02:37) – Lily’s artistic practice

(03:50) – Feeling yourself through the mess

(04:56) – Lily’s definition of artistic sensibilities

(06:37) – On crafter-noons

(09:22) – Building in time for artistic endeavors

(10:20) – Lily’s work as grants coordinator

(12:14) – Connecting artistic sensibilities and finances

(14:14) – Problem-solving and working within constraints

(16:53) – Transitioning from Art History to Finance

(19:26) – Letting the materials guide you

(22:19) – Bringing the arts into excel spreadsheets

(25:50) – leaning into flexibility and adaptability

(28:43) – Finding the intersection between artistic sensibilities and professional work

(30:25) – Bringing the arts into corporate environments

(32:00) – How to create spaces for dialogue and discussion

(33:48) – Lily’s next milestones and intentions