Ep. 16 - Carla Raads - Transforming Her Life Through the Power of Art | Contemporary Artist, Motherhood & Healing Through Creativity
In this powerful episode of Alchemy Hub, I sit down with Carla Raads – an international contemporary artist originally from the Eastern Cape of South Africa, now based in the UK.
Carla’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. From studying interior design to building a 12-year modelling career across the UK, her path took a dramatic turn following the birth of her son. After facing anxiety, insomnia, and the emotional weight of new motherhood and IVF, Carla turned to painting as a form of therapy and emotional release.
Using only her hands and makeshift canvases in her basement, she began pouring her emotions onto the canvas - unintentionally creating artwork that deeply moved those around her. What began as a private healing process quickly became a professional breakthrough.
In 2023, Carla was named a “Driven by Dreams” ambassador by Porsche, and her art has since been exhibited across Europe, including a successful solo show at the Jumeirah Hotel in Sóller, Mallorca.
This episode explores how creativity can become a tool for healing, purpose, and reinvention. Whether you’re an aspiring artist, a mother navigating personal transformation, or someone looking for inspiration, Carla’s story shows how art can truly change your life.
🎨 Topics Covered:
• Carla’s transition from modelling to contemporary art
• Using art as therapy for anxiety and insomnia
• The emotional journey of IVF and new motherhood
• Becoming a Porsche “Driven by Dreams” ambassador
• Building a career as a self-taught female artist
• Exhibiting art across Europe🔔 Subscribe for more inspiring conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, and changemakers.
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Welcome to "Alchemy Hub Podcast" the podcast that cuts through the fluff and gets straight to the strategies needed to build a successful business. I'm Jonathan Mills, the founder of Alchemy Hub and a seasoned business coach dedicated to helping entrepreneurs and business owners unlock their full potential.
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