Episode 66: Preethi Swamy – Garden Slug Productions

Episode 66: Preethi Swamy – Garden Slug Productions

Preethi is an artist living in Queens, New York. With an appreciation for all things woodland and whimsical, Preethi started Garden Slug Productions as a place to document her creative journey. Through all the uncertainty of recent times, she has come back to nature and art as a way to stay grounded.


Listen to hear more about:

  • Preethi’s formative nature experiences during her early life in England.
  • Lifelong learning and the importance of practicing new skills.
  • The story behind the name Garden Slug Productions.
  • Preethi’s Slugtember art challenge and creating community connections.
  • The joy of connecting with others who share your creative passions.
  • Preethi’s experience and insights from the pandemic.
  • Art supplies and Preethi’s favourite art store.
  • The importance of play.

Visit Preethi on Instagram @gardenslugproductions to view her artwork.

We spoke about an Australian mammal called a Quokka. You can learn more about this adorable but vulnerable animal here.

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