This is a wonderful chat with Lucy, an artist who uniquely combines her background in science with her passion for painting. Lucy shares insights into her creative process, including making her own paints from natural materials such as soil, earth, and plants, and discusses how her scientific training aids her artistic endeavors. We chat about the technical aspects of paint making, the significance of the environment in her art, and the emotional and professional journey she has navigated from being a research assistant to a full-time artist. Lucy also touches on the misconceptions about art and science, the importance of creativity in both fields, and offers advice for aspiring artists.