Simon Grant is a curator, strategist and creative explorer working across contemporary art curation, street-level culture and large-scale public art. As Founding Director of Wonderwalls, his practice is driven by a desire to build the environments that shape creative movements. He connects subcultural energy with the strategy, structure and operational support needed to help street art ecosystems grow without compromise.On this episode, we dive into:How artists can position themselves with more confidenceWhy branding is more than just a visual identitywhat artists need beyond talent to build a lasting creative careerHow to find your creative “thing” without feeling trapped by itWhy audacity matters when carving your own pathHow street art evolved from subculture into industryWhat curators actually do beyond choosing artistsHow culture, place and community shape public artAnd so much more.--Follow Simon on Instagram: @simongrant948Follow Wonderwalls on Instagram: @wonderwalls.au—Follow Future History on Instagram: @futurehistory.coFollow Wayne Lim on Instagram: @hausofwayneMade for Makers. Shop Future History Unofficial Goods:hop.futurehistory.co

Hera Wing is a multidisciplinary creator working across illustration, animation, graphic design, set, costume and immersive visual storytelling. Her practice brings together world-building, tactile making and visceral design dissolve the boundaries between the organic and the unearthly.On this episode, we discuss the merging of organic forms, speculative worlds and physical experience in creative work. We explore Hera’s visual language, the tension between nature and technology, the power of immersive spaces the role mythology, identity and discomfort play in shaping how we experience art.We dive into:Blending organic and technological visual languagesThe power of the familiar made strangeThe appeal of the uncanny valleyWhy discomfort captures attentionPhysical art vs digital contentThe impact of immersive spacesSci-fi, mythology and imagined futuresBuilding worlds across creative disciplinesCreative identity through experimentationAnd so much more.--Follow Hera on Instagram: @hera_wing—Follow Future History on Instagram: @futurehistory.coFollow Wayne Lim on Instagram: @hausofwayneMade for Makers. Shop Future History Unofficial Goods:shop.futurehistory.co

Andrew Yeoh, professionally known as Drewfunk, is a Malaysian-born artist based in Australia whose work fuses street art, graffiti, fine art and cultural heritage. Known for his distinctive visual language, Drew’s practice draws from his Chinese Malaysian background, Melbourne’s street art scene, traditional Asian imagery, graffiti lettering, characters, murals and contemporary painting.On this episode, we explore the art of carrying heritage forward, and how culture can be reimagined through contemporary street art. This conversation looks at identity, migration, language, family, tradition, graffiti, and the way artists transform their personal history into a creative language that feels both deeply rooted and entirely their own.We dive into:How culture shapes the way we see the worldWhy language can change our sense of belongingWhat makes a place feel like homeHow subculture becomes a form of personal identityWhy tradition still matters in contemporary artHow memory becomes part of an artist’s visual languageWhat contrast reveals about beauty, chaos and identityHow artists absorb the cultures they move throughHow creative limitations can lead to deeper discoveryWhat art contributes to culture beyond aestheticsAnd so much more…--Follow Drew on Instagram: @drewfunk—Follow Future History on Instagram: @futurehistory.coFollow Wayne Lim on Instagram: @hausofwayneMade for Makers. Shop Future History Unofficial Goods:shop.futurehistory.co

YO! MAFIA is one of Australia’s most iconic DJs and performers, known for her high-energy sets, immersive live shows and decades-long career spanning clubs, festivals and touring. Her work is driven by a deep understanding of human connection, self-expression and the power of music to bring people together.On this episode, we explore the emotional energy behind live performance, how creativity can become both an outlet and a lifelong pursuit. This conversation looks at identity, developing a persona, professionalism in creative industries and the importance of staying true to yourself in an industry that constantly tries to box people in.We dive into:Why live music creates unforgettable shared experiencesDeveloping a stage persona without losing authenticityWhy professionalism builds long-term creative careersCreating emotional energy between performer and audienceTurning “too much” into a creative advantageHow to avoid boxing yourself into one identity or genreBuilding confidence through passion and self-beliefAnd so much more…--Follow Yo! Mafia on Instagram: @yomafia_—Follow Future History on Instagram: @futurehistory.coFollow Wayne Lim on Instagram: @hausofwayneMade for Makers. Shop Future History Unofficial Goods: shop.futurehistory.co

Tom Adair is an Australian visual artist whose practice explores contemporary life through familiar landscapes, objects and nature. His instantly recognisable CMYK paintings reinterpret the aesthetics of industrial offset printing by hand, using a highly detailed airbrush process to create works that shift between machine-like precision and human imperfection.On this episode, we explore what it means to build a life of creative freedom while managing the chaos that comes with art, family, running, business, community and ambition. This conversation looks at how Tom approaches his work, the responsibility of representing Julian Assange for the Archibald Prize, the tension between authenticity and social media, and why the creative life often looks polished from the outside but feels completely chaotic from within.We unpack:Why creative freedom comes with chaosBalancing art, fatherhood, fitness and businessThe responsibility of painting Julian AssangeHow creativity can fuel all parts of lifeBuilding a community through runningHow running supports creative disciplineHow to keep evolving as across different creative fieldsAnd so much more.--Follow Tom on Instagram: @tomadair_—Follow Future History on Instagram: @futurehistory.coFollow Wayne Lim on Instagram: @hausofwayneMade for Makers. Shop Future History Unofficial Goods:shop.futurehistory.co

Sam Absurd is a visual artist working across illustration, murals and public art. His practice is driven by an exploration of paradox, nature and philosophy, using intricate visual compositions to question logic, perception and the nature of reality.On this episode, we explore the tension between simplicity and complexity in creative work, building a practice that balances intuition, curiosity, and deeper philosophical thinking. This conversation looks at how artists develop a distinct visual language, navigate the unpredictability of social media, and stay grounded in the process rather than the outcome.We dive into:Developing a style that feels simple yet layeredWhy unsettling work can be the most engagingFreestyling vs intentional compositionThe connection between maths and creativityUsing paradox and the absurd as a creative lensWhy some of the simplest ideas resonate the mostThe unpredictability of social mediaCreating work that is meaningfulFinding enjoyment in the process over validationAnd so much more.--Follow Sam on Instagram: @samabsurd—Follow Future History on Instagram: @futurehistory.coFollow Wayne Lim on Instagram: @hausofwayneMade for Makers. Shop Future History Unofficial Goods:shop.futurehistory.co

How do creatives actually think and how does that shape what they build?Across these conversations, a pattern started to emerge. Not in what creatives make, but in how they approach their work, make decisions, and hold direction over time.Ideas like creative obligation, forging your own way, inviting exploration, and trusting your vision all contribute to that foundation.This episode of ‘The Creative Brief’ breaks those ideas down and explores how they can be applied to your own creative work.If you’re building something of your own, this will help you think about it differently.Episode references:Creative Evolution Fuels Artistic Growth | Jack Fran: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3mPmfldQqIV97FfEwRwr5iHow to Build a Clothing Brand That Lasts | Caspar Tremlett: https://open.spotify.com/episode/11yhDMRRCPPCV9bQ9HgJfoThe Many Sides of Being an Artist | Paink: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6oCeG9W2jYCRNMzYlvn31iTurn Vision to a Creative Brand | DOCG: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5pPWJ21cqC7z70BnW7GoBT

DOCG is a multidisciplinary artist working across design, illustration, fashion and toys. His practice is driven by experimentation and a desire to explore different creative processes, using each as a tool to build a cohesive creative world.On this episode, we explore what it takes to build work that extends beyond a single medium, developing a practice that is intentional, adaptable, and capable of evolving over time. This conversation looks at how ideas are carried across formats, and what it means to commit to a broader creative vision.We dive into:Treating creativity like a franchiseCreating experiences people can step intoLearning from Apple, Warhol, and KAWSBuilding a team to execute your visionWhy simplicity connects across culturesConvincing others your work mattersPushing through doubt and outside noiseRepresenting Australian creativity globallyStaying committed over decadesAnd so much more.--Follow DOCG on Instagram: @docg_—Follow Future History on Instagram: @futurehistory.coFollow Wayne Lim on Instagram: @hausofwayneMade for Makers. Shop Future History Unofficial Goods:shop.futurehistory.co

Jack Fran is a visual artist, muralist, and interior designer whose work bridges public art and spatial design. Known for large-scale murals and art-led interiors, he combines vibrant colour, realism, and site-specific storytelling to transform spaces into engaging visual experiences.On this episode, we move beyond the surface of murals and interiors to explore what it actually means to build a life as a creative. From navigating identity and belief to the realities of making a living through art, this conversation unpacks both the internal and external pressures that shape the creative path.We dive into:The reality of working as a freelance artistGrowing up between cultures in AustraliaMoving away from religion and revisiting beliefCreativity as self-expression across mediumsThe pressure to constantly create as an artistWhy finishing creative work can feel emptyHow to price art and handle clientsWhy creative success takes timeIf you're pursuing a creative career, this is a candid look at the pressure, uncertainty, and reality that comes with it.Follow Jack on Instagram: @_jackfran—Follow Future History on Instagram: @futurehistory.coFollow Wayne Lim on Instagram: @hausofwayneMade for Makers. Shop Future History Unofficial Goods:shop.futurehistory.co

Launching a clothing brand is simple. Building one that survives is something else entirely.Many fail because they copy another brand’s blueprint, move too late, and never build a point of difference strong enough to cut through in an industry that demands endurance and offers no guarantees that things will turn out the way you hoped.Caspar Tremlett is a fashion entrepreneur and former co-founder of the streetwear label Mertra Mertra, a brand that grew from a small idea into a globally recognised label. After experiencing the realities of building a clothing company from the ground up, he now works with emerging founders, sharing what it actually takes to build and sustain a brand in the fashion industry.In this conversation we explore:Why copying successful brands is usually a losing strategyThe difference between inspiration and being derivativeWhy attention is the first battle every brand must winHow brands use statement pieces to create conversation and simpler pieces to drive salesThe financial and operational realities most founders underestimateWhy building a fashion brand requires endurance, not just good designIf you're thinking about starting a clothing brand, or already building one, this conversation is a candid look at what the industry actually demands.Follow Caspar on Instagram: @caspartremlett —Follow Future History on Instagram: @futurehistory.co Follow Wayne Lim on Instagram: @hausofwayneMade for Makers. Shop Future History Unofficial Goods:shop.futurehistory.co