Staying Motivated with Passion Projects & Hobbies with Elliot Jay Stocks | The Typecast Episode 24

In this episode, Katie and Ilana dive into the creative journey of Elliot Jay Stocks, a versatile designer and author. They discuss the importance of embracing new projects and taking risks, as well as the value of side projects and passion. 

Elliot shares insights into the creation of his new book, 'Universal Principles of Typography' and the roller coaster of emotions that comes with launching a book or completing a project. They also touch on the process of writing a book, finding your creative identity, and the challenges of structuring and restructuring a book. 

This conversation highlights the importance of curiosity and the willingness to try new things in the creative process.

All that and more when you listen to this episode:

• The impact of taking calculated risks in the creative journey

• Recognizing the value of side projects and creative outlets as they contribute to personal and professional growth

• Passion plays a crucial role in fueling creative endeavors and sustaining motivation

• Writing a book on creative identity involves challenges in structuring and restructuring content

• How to maintain a hobby while freelancing and how they benefit each other

• The interplay between curiosity, risk-taking, and passion and how it relates to a vibrant and fulfilling creative journey

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Connect with our guest:

Website: Elliot Jay Stocks

Instagram: @elliotjaystocks

Mentioned in this episode:

• Purchase Elliots new book, Universal Principles of Typography

• Adobe Fonts

• 8faces

• Typekit

• Brooklyn Beta

• The Crossroads of Should and Must: Find and Follow Your Passion by Elle Luna

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