It is interview time again and we are super excited to talk with the artist George Coghill, also known as Monsterologist.Fun fact: I (Tyler) currently have 3 Monsterologist stickers on my car and we have 5 of his cryptid travel posters up in our podcast studio. We are HUGE fans of his work and have been for a few years now.In this interview, George Coghill, the creative force behind Monsterologist, shares his journey from freelance artist to cryptid art entrepreneur, driven by a desire to create the cool monster artwork his 8-year-old self always wanted.His unique approach combines childhood fascination with paranormal phenomena, a commitment to authenticity, and a business model that prioritizes passion over profit. Coghill's story is a testament to the power of perseverance, as he turned a simple Bigfoot patch design into a thriving business that resonates with fellow enthusiasts at paranormal conventions across the country.Throughout the interview, he offers valuable insights for aspiring creators, emphasizing the importance of pushing through creative blocks and staying true to one's vision, even when success seems unlikely.Check out Monsterologist's work here: https://monsterologist.com/Patreon: Support Believing the Bizarre and get tons of extra content by joining our Patreon.For updates, news, and extra content, follow Believing the Bizarre on social media:InstagramFacebookTwitterDiscordShop Merch: You can rep Believing the Bizarre and buy some unique merch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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