This week on Chaos & Creativity, we’re joined by photographer and visual artist William Waterworth. His work feels like scenes from an old film — dark, cinematic, and full of emotion. We talk about why he prefers shooting out in nature instead of a studio, how literature and art inspire his photography, and why he looks for real character over the “perfect” model.

We also get into film vs. digital photography, creating timeless black-and-white images, and what it means to make art that actually feels something in a world full of content. If you’re into photography, fashion, creativity, or visual storytelling, this is a really good one.

Check out more of Will’s work:

• Instagram: @willwaterworth
• Website: William Waterworth

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• Hosts: Kimi Recor and Lou Lesko
• Producer: Claire Duncan
• Instagram: @chaosandcreativitypodcast

Do you have to choose between being cool and being rich?

In this episode, we talk about what it feels like to be creative right now. There’s so much content everywhere, and it can feel like you have to turn everything into money. But does that take away from what makes something cool?

We get into whether art is really valued today, how social media has changed things, and if you can actually make a living from your creativity.

Can you be both cool and successful? Or do you have to pick one?

A simple, honest conversation about creativity, money, and where we’re at right now.

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• Hosts: Kimi Recor and Lou Lesko
• Producer: Claire Duncan
• Instagram: @chaosandcreativitypodcast

In this episode, Kimi and Lou sit down with Annicka Ekvall, a Swedish-American DJ and producer making major waves in the minimal melodic house scene. Closely associated with Insomniac, Annicka has performed on the world's biggest stages, including EDC, Coachella and Burning Man. She joins us to discuss the magic of staying grounded while playing for thousands and why her newest role, being a mom to a baby girl is her greatest blessing and inspiration.

Key Highlights:

• The Power of Presence: Why being grounded on stage is the secret to creating a truly transformative experience for a crowd.
• Connection Over Impression: Shifting the focus from playing a set to connecting with the soul of the audience.
• Storytelling in Music: How Annicka uses house, soul, and funk vibrations to tell a narrative of love and inspiration.

Connect with Annicka

• Instagram: @foreverannicka
• Stream Her Sets: https://youtu.be/vbyIioz2yfE?si=MmklxMZXqGUQ15xf

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• Hosts: Kimi Recor and Lou Lesko
• Producer: Claire Duncan
• Instagram: @chaosandcreativitypodcast