We Make Art - The podcast for women who are done waiting for permission.

We Make Art The podcast for women who are done waiting for permission. This isn’t another show about productivity hacks, going viral, or pushing harder. This is a reclamation. Your voice. Your power. Your creative birthright. Hosted by Sarah Rockwood—multi-disciplinary artist and creative guide—We Make Art is for the high-capacity woman tired of standing behind the curtain of her own life. Each episode is an invitation to return: to your truth, your artistry, and the bold body of work only you can make. Inside:  • Soul-deep solo episodes  • Potent truths from the heart of Sarah’s coaching practice  • Real stories, identity-shifting reflections, and raw conversations that challenge the systems asking you to stay small This isn’t content for consumption.  This is activation. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts. Ready to go deeper? Subscribe to the Secret Podcast—the raw, unfiltered side of the creative return—at https://www.rockwoodalchemy.com/secretpod

The Season of Stillness: This wasn’t a break. It was a soft reckoning. 07/13/2025

The Season of Stillness: This wasn’t a break. It was a soft reckoning. After nine months away, I’m returning - unpolished, but grounded. In this opening episode of the new season, I share why I stepped back - and what broke open in the space that followed. It wasn’t peaceful. It was messy. Raw. At times, even brutal. But it was also necessary. My body stopped me. And in that stillness, I met the parts of myself I’d long avoided: the pace I couldn’t sustain, the roles I clung to, the quiet ache beneath the noise. This wasn’t time off - it was a dismantling. And ultimately, a transformation. What emerged is a new Elemental Alchemy—not a new brand, but the clearest expression of the work I’m here to do: holding space for women to return to their truth and, in turn, their art. This season of We Make Art will be soft, slow, and soul-led. If you’re aching to reconnect with your creativity, I’d love to walk with you. Explore the free series The Art of Return or learn how we can work together: /episode/index/show/2085bff1-715f-42d1-8b95-639107f52b21/id/37378475

The Art of Resilience: Navigating Autoimmunity & Creativity 09/30/2024

The Art of Resilience: Navigating Autoimmunity & Creativity Join Sarah Rockwood as she shares her unfiltered journey with autoimmune conditions and how it fuels her art. In this raw and inspiring conversation, Sarah explores: - Embracing anger and frustration - Finding creative resilience - Navigating chronic illness and self-care Listen in for: Real talk about living with chronic illness Practical tips for cultivating creative energy Inspiration to reclaim your artistic spark You can find the companion workbook for this episode in Sarah's Etsy Shop: Subscribe to Elemental Alchemy for more conversations on art, spirituality, and personal growth. /episode/index/show/2085bff1-715f-42d1-8b95-639107f52b21/id/33270277

Just Keep Going 08/31/2024

Just Keep Going The title says it all. Well, no, wait, there's a lot of good stuff in the episode so definitely listen, the title just summarizes it all very nicely. /episode/index/show/2085bff1-715f-42d1-8b95-639107f52b21/id/32827977

Brat Girl Summer but Make It Art 07/28/2024

Brat Girl Summer but Make It Art We are deep in the belly of summer up here in the northern hemisphere, so I offer Brat Girl Summer through an artist lens as a way to spend these sunny days and sultry nights. 😎 To claim your free WHEEL OF ART workbook, head over to This is going to be a fabulous adventure. /episode/index/show/2085bff1-715f-42d1-8b95-639107f52b21/id/32320907

Yeah, I'm Coming Out 06/23/2024

Yeah, I'm Coming Out It's taken me a long time to get to a place emotionally and spiritually where I felt able to record this month's episode, and it being Pride Month helped me feel even more ready. So yes, today I am coming out, but the reasons why it took me so long are what I really want to explore. I've also got something big in the works and my mailing list subscribers will be the first to hear about it. So get on the list if you want the inside scoop. 😎 Content Warning: Childhood sexual abuse, Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault /episode/index/show/2085bff1-715f-42d1-8b95-639107f52b21/id/31855892

Two Tales for Your Enjoyment 05/26/2024

Two Tales for Your Enjoyment Today we're doing something different. Today I shall be reading you some tales from my short story collection Tales from the Void, which is available exclusively to subscribers of my artist mailing list over on (This is different from my coaching mailing list, but you've already signed up for that one, right? Here's the link if you haven't yet. ) If you like what you hear today and want to read more, follow the link below to claim your free copy of Tales from the Void annnnnnnnd a copy of Jet Black Glass & Other Tales, my spooky micro fiction collection. /episode/index/show/2085bff1-715f-42d1-8b95-639107f52b21/id/31470622

Why I Shaved My Head 04/28/2024

Why I Shaved My Head I thought I was just getting a haircut, turns out I was flipping my entire world upside down. In this intensely personal episode, I’m talking about the labels placed upon us and the destruction of the inner ‘good girl.’ Trigger warning: I use the words ‘fat’ and ‘ugly’ in this episode. I also discuss verbal abuse and body shaming. If you're dealing with something sticky and would like help navigating the turbulent waters, go ahead and book a Magic Hour by clicking on the link below. I would love to talk through what's going on and help you find a way forward that honours you. To claim your free WHEEL OF ART workbook, head over to This is going to be a fabulous adventure. /episode/index/show/2085bff1-715f-42d1-8b95-639107f52b21/id/31017263

How To Handle Things You've Never Handled Before 03/31/2024

How To Handle Things You've Never Handled Before Today on the podcast we're exploring how to handle things we've never handled before and what steps we can take to maintain our agency and our energy as we navigate tricky things. If you're dealing with something sticky and would like help navigating the turbulent waters, go ahead and book a Magic Hour by clicking on the link below. I would love to talk through what's going on and help you find a way forward that honours you. To claim your free Wheel of Art workbook and hold space for the artist you will become, follow this link: /episode/index/show/2085bff1-715f-42d1-8b95-639107f52b21/id/30612628

Shedding the Old Skin 02/26/2024

Shedding the Old Skin Today’s episode delves into my current creative process and the surprising things I learned about myself while lifting heavy things. To claim your free WHEEL OF ART workbook, head over to This is going to be a fabulous adventure. Trigger Warning: Domestic Violence /episode/index/show/2085bff1-715f-42d1-8b95-639107f52b21/id/30119333

Anatomy of a Fall 02/04/2024

Anatomy of a Fall In today's bonus episode, I'm talking my way through the messy middle of the thoughts and feelings I had after watching Justine Triet's masterpiece, Anatomy of a Fall. I also completely spoil the movie and talk about a lot of difficult things, so please take that into consideration before listening. TRIGGER WARNING: Suicide, domestic violence To claim your free WHEEL OF ART workbook, head over to This is going to be a fabulous adventure. /episode/index/show/2085bff1-715f-42d1-8b95-639107f52b21/id/29790498

My Motto for 2024 01/21/2024

My Motto for 2024 And we're back! It is a new year and new adventures have already begun! Today on the pod, I'm sharing my motto for 2024 and why I chose it, as well as some of the major changes I'm making in my life and with this show. To claim your free WHEEL OF ART workbook, head over to This is going to be a fabulous adventure. /episode/index/show/2085bff1-715f-42d1-8b95-639107f52b21/id/29564003

The Wheel of Art 12/17/2023

The Wheel of Art This week on the podcast, I'm going to walk you through one of my favourite tools - The Wheel of Art! The wheel is a great way to assess where you are right now on your artistic journey and will help you create a plan for growth and expansion in the year to come. If you want to follow along and create your own wheel, grab your free copy of the Wheel of Art over on This is going to be a fabulous adventure. /episode/index/show/2085bff1-715f-42d1-8b95-639107f52b21/id/29100003

Professionalism 12/10/2023

Professionalism This week we're talking about professionalism, specifically how we define professionalism for ourselves as artists. With this year drawing to a close and a new one on the horrizon, now is the perfect time to paint a picture for yourself of the artistic life you want to live and take steps to make it your reality. And to claim your free WHEEL OF ART workbook, head over to This is going to be a fabulous adventure. /episode/index/show/2085bff1-715f-42d1-8b95-639107f52b21/id/28958403

Goal Setting for Performing Artists 12/03/2023

Goal Setting for Performing Artists Today we're talking about goal setting specifically for performing artists. Because our imagination and connection to our vessel truly gives us an unfair advantage when it comes to setting and accomplishing our goals... so let's make the most of it. : ) And to claim your free WHEEL OF ART workbook, head over to This is going to be a fabulous adventure. /episode/index/show/2085bff1-715f-42d1-8b95-639107f52b21/id/28781138

Taking Pleasure in Your Work 11/26/2023

Taking Pleasure in Your Work As artists we create amazing experiences for others to draw pleasure from and yet we often struggle to take pleasure in those creations ourselves. Today we’re going to talk about how to take ownership of our awesomeness and how to take more pleasure from our work and our process. And I hope you’ll join me at my year-end workshop, Create Your Year! On December 28th, 2023 at 7pm EST, we’re going to explore all the beautiful possibilities that lay before us in 2024. Click on the link below for all the juicy details. And to claim your free WHEEL OF ART workbook, head over to This is going to be a fabulous adventure. /episode/index/show/2085bff1-715f-42d1-8b95-639107f52b21/id/28759083

Supporters & Detractors 11/19/2023

Supporters & Detractors With the USA celebrating Thanksgiving this week and the holiday season truly upon us, a lot of us will be spending time with people we don't normally spend time with and that can be... interesting. So today we're discussing the people who support us and the people who detract from us, and how to enhance and protect our energy around both groups. To claim your free Wheel of Art workbook and to find out how to work with me directly, head to This is going to be a fabulous adventure. /episode/index/show/2085bff1-715f-42d1-8b95-639107f52b21/id/28501373

Reframing a Challenge 11/12/2023

Reframing a Challenge Challenges are a part of life in the performing arts, but they don't have to become all-consuming monsters that pull us from the path we've lovingly chosen for ourselves. Today, we're going to discuss how to reframe a challenge in a way that empowers us, so we can find solutions and take action with a clear head and heart. To claim your free Wheel of Art workbook, head to This is going to be a fabulous adventure. /episode/index/show/2085bff1-715f-42d1-8b95-639107f52b21/id/28490075

Supporting the Vessel 11/05/2023

Supporting the Vessel Today we're going to discuss how to clarify what your vessel needs so you can build a practice that strengthens your skillset and supports you in your art making. For more information on today's episode and to claim your free WHEEL OF ART workbook, please visit This is going to be a fabulous adventure... /episode/index/show/2085bff1-715f-42d1-8b95-639107f52b21/id/28380512

The Audience 10/29/2023

The Audience This week we're rounding out spooky season with a discussion of something I'm sure we've all been frightened of a one point or another in our artistic journey: the audience! Hopefully today's discussion will shift any lingering fears and bring you to a place of deep empowerment. For more information on today's episode and to claim your free WHEEL OF ART workbook, please head to This is going to be a fabulous adventure... /episode/index/show/2085bff1-715f-42d1-8b95-639107f52b21/id/28348097

It's not you… 10/22/2023

It's not you… This week on the podcast, we're discussing how the energy of the people we work with affects us and how to determine if the room we're in is right for us. For more information on today's episode and to claim your free WHEEL OF ART workbook, please visit This is going to be a fabulous adventure... /episode/index/show/2085bff1-715f-42d1-8b95-639107f52b21/id/28334993

Three Little Words 10/15/2023

Three Little Words Today we're going to work our way through the Three Little Words exercise. Both me and my clients have found this to be a powerful exercise for centring and connecting with your core artistic self. Grab yourself a beverage and your journal, and let's get started. For more information on today's episode and to claim your free WHEEL OF ART workbook, please head to This is going to be a fabulous adventure... /episode/index/show/2085bff1-715f-42d1-8b95-639107f52b21/id/28137437

My Story 10/08/2023

My Story Trigger Warning: coercive control, domestic violence, child sexual abuse, suicide, #metoo Today's episode may be challenging for some listeners. I'm going to tell you my story: what happened to me, how I survived it and began to heal, and why coaching artists is so very important to me. For more information on today's episode and to claim your free WHEEL OF ART workbook, please visit This is going to be a fabulous adventure... /episode/index/show/2085bff1-715f-42d1-8b95-639107f52b21/id/28137305

Welcome! 10/01/2023

Welcome! Hello and welcome! If you are a performing artist, an actor, singer or dancer, basically if your art involves an audience seeing you or hearing you, then you've come to the right place. Today, I'm going to share with you what this podcast is about and how you can best use this coaching container to help you live a self-actualized artistic life. For more information on this episode and to claim your free WHEEL OF ART workbook, please head to This is going to be a fabulous adventure... /episode/index/show/2085bff1-715f-42d1-8b95-639107f52b21/id/28135793

Launching October 2nd! 09/26/2023

Launching October 2nd! Calling all performing artists! If your art involves being seen or heard by an audience, then this is the podcast for you. Join Sarah Rockwood, artistic embodiment coach and professional renaissance woman, on a journey to discover what success means to you and how you can live a self-actualized artistic life. For more information on Elemental Alchemy, and to claim your free WHEEL OF ART workbook, head to /episode/index/show/2085bff1-715f-42d1-8b95-639107f52b21/id/28147262

We Make Art - The podcast for women who are done waiting for permission.

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