Blur + Grain
Blur and Grain is a podcast for creatives and dreamers who live in the beautiful, messy middle of building something real. Hosted by Sara Ascencio, we dive into raw conversations about creativity, marketing, and chasing what sets your soul on fire. No fluff, no filters — just honest stories, real strategies, and the encouragement you didn’t know you needed.
Blur + Grain
S1 | E5- Staying True: The Hardest and Best Thing in Creativity: A Raw Conversation on Authenticity
In this episode, I open up about what it really means to stay authentic in your creative journey and share a story of a moment that lead me to realize the importance in staying true to what speaks to me. From the pressure to conform to the fear of being misunderstood, we’re talking about the struggle—and beauty—of finding and protecting your true voice. Whether you're just starting out or deep into your creative career, this conversation is for anyone who’s ever wrestled with being real in a world that rewards the curated.
Let’s talk about why authenticity isn’t just important—it’s everything.