Despite the challenge of meeting deadlines — and maintaining sanity! — while working from home with young children, Australian illustrator and author Beck Feiner has kept her creative spark turned on through a bit of optimism, hard work, and a healthy dose of trickery.

Inspired by her local Sydney community during the downturn of the coronavirus pandemic, Beck has made beautiful use of her Instagram platform, producing vibrant illustrations to uplift followers and small businesses around the world.

Hear how Beck's work has impacted health care workers, how her advertising background has prepared her for navigating this time, and how new business opportunities have emerged in unexpected ways.

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Host Andres Zuleta interviews innovative individuals — from entrepreneurs and winemakers, to artists and chefs — who have found creative ways to adapt in times of crisis. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and check for new episodes every Tuesday and Friday.

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Change of Plans is produced by Boutique Japan. Our Sound Editor is Eléonore Simon.