Creator Interview with Pianist, Composer, Voice-Artist – Chan Nhul

03/24/23 • 30 min

Episode 3 of Creator’s Canvas explores DJ CPN’s world of music creation. Chan is a self-proclaimed “amateur” pianist, music composer, and musician. Many would disagree as his videos and songs are anything but amateur. He has the amazing ability to listen to any song and re-create it almost effortlessly with his chosen instrument, the keyboard. In this conversation, you get to understand how profound this artist with autism brings together various sound element ques that most would not have the courage to attempt.

Chan has a genuine big heart and has spent time volunteering for the mental health community and living with a disability. He performs for the senior living residences and for over 9 years he commits to creating a new masterpiece every 2 weeks. This is an episode you will want to share to inspire with everyone, especially those that know and cherish astounding wonderful people with autism.

Check out Chan's music on his Youtube page: https://www.youtube.com/@DJ-CPN

Check out Chan's music on his Youtube page: https://www.youtube.com/@DJ-CPN

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Creator Interview with Visual Painter, Muralist, & Custom Apparel Designer - Tierra Diaz

Episode 2 of Creator’s Canvas features an authentic in-depth interview with Tierra Diaz. “Start now, step out

of your comfort zone”, Ms. Diaz brings inspiration to anyone that meets her. She is humble, down to earth,

and yet a transcendent leader raising the bar for those that can think outside the box.

Multi-talented, down to earth, up and coming entrepreneur, born, and raised in Saint Paul. Tierra is Mexican

and Filipino, separated into foster care from her family of 7 other siblings. Overcoming early childhood

struggle, negative criticism in high school, and lingering self-doubt, many of her artistic pieces reveal the

beautiful authentic strength of positive affirmations.

Tierra’s creations range from building murals, one-of-a-kind jackets, to painting capital political moments

exhibiting hidden truths for those misrepresented in the news media. Ms. Diaz builds strong connections

easily with the art social and community groups from pop-up stands to art crawls. Many are internally moved

by her natural ability to express emotions, thoughts, and visions that genuinely reflect the circumstances in

the world today.

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CREATOR INTERVIEW WITH PERFORMING ARTIST, STORYTELLER, TRADITIONAL MODERN MUSICIAN – HILLARY LOR

Episode 4 of Creator’s Canvas presents... performing artist Hillary Lor. Widely known as the “Flute Whisperer”, Hmong Storyteller and Inspiring Hulusi, Khlui, Dizi instrumentalist. Playing and performing for over 15 years, she lets the flute become her voice expressing the deepest thoughts and emotions that have gone on to touch the heart of so many in various communities. Hillary’s creative stride is limitless, awarded "Hmong Woman of the Year" by the organization Hnub Tshiab: Hmong Women Achieving Together.

This interview brings passion and powerful moments that not only touched Hillary, but also the Saint Paul Hmong community. She shares her experiences as a gifted and creative woman in a challenging environment and her profound ability to go beyond struggles with limited resources. The personal journey that has brought her to the success she has had today, also speaking openly and heartfelt about one of the most supportive hardworking genuine loving people in her life. Hillary is based in the Twin Cities of Minnesota, and she continues with many endeavors as an actress, model, and community organizer. This podcast episode will keep you immersed throughout!