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Ep 88 - Vincent Xeus : Working On The Bigger Picture

Tue, 23 May 2017 18:52:13 GMT

I had a wide ranging and thoroughly enjoyable conversation with artist Vincent Xeus in New York. Vincent paints rich paintings in the style of the old masters with a contemporary twist that lives somewhere between figuration and abstraction.

Vincent has won awards from the Portrait Society of America and the Art Renewal Center among others. He has had many solo exhibitions and participated in numerous group shows and his paintings are collected eagerly throughout the world.

We talk about, life, the universe, Vincent’s childhood in China, Marilyn Monroe, and of course art, lots of art and painting . . .

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Architecture,
Sculpture,
Inspirations,
Writing,
Reference,
Capturing light,
Model making,
Color palette,
Artistic motivations,
Crossing eye vs squinting,
Canvas shape,
Copyright photo reference,

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Ep 87 Kyle Staver : Human Touch And Persistent Heart

Tue, 09 May 2017 15:16:12 GMT

I had such an enjoyable conversation with artist Kyle Staver in the Brooklyn. Kyle has been painting for the last 30 years or so. Her large-scale figure paintings are magical, funny, very human and they convey a world that Kate Leibman of the Brooklyn Rial described as coming up from behind to meet the surface of the image and pressing up against it. Which I think is a great description.

As well as other awards, Kyle is the recent recipient of a Guggenheim Memorial Foundation Fellowship and the American Academy of Arts and Letters Purchase Prize. And Her work has been exhibited in numerous group and solo exhibitions.

We talk about, selling rugs, bears, camel trading, paper plates, and of course art, lots of art and painting . . .

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Humour,
Cynicism,
Renoir,
Movies and books about...
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Ep 86 - Mary Jane Ansell : Impress Yourself First

Fri, 21 Apr 2017 20:05:06 GMT

I had a lovely chat with artist Mary Jane Ansell in the U.K. Mary paints pristine paintings of modern subjects in a style she describes as, “contemporary romanticism.” She has been a finalist in the BP Portrait Award in 2004, 2009, 2010 and 2012. Her work features on the covers of a number of novels, and an Adam Ant album cover. She has shown her work in numerous group and solo exhibitions around the world.

We talk about Leonard Cohen, baking, baths, kebabs, and of course art, lots of art and painting . . .

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Adam Ant,
Influences,
Idea origins,
Dreams,
Choosing models,
Photo shoots,
Fixing charcoal layers,
Aluminum panels,
Color palette,
Lint,
Mediums,
Varnish,
Action painting,
Painting women,
Artistic dreams,
Underlying themes,
BP portrait...
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Ep 85 - Tamara Muller : Looking below the surface

Fri, 07 Apr 2017 06:55:44 GMT

I had a great conversation with Tamara Muller in Holland. Tamara paints evocative paintings of childlike figures that are sort of realistic and sort of not, and they all have Tamara’s face. Her work is much sought after and she is collected internationally.

We talk about gardens, wigs, stickers, cycling and of course art, lots of art and painting . . .

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Irish connections,
Influences,
Performance art,
The choice of painting,
Painting inspiration,
The Ideal model,
Cutting, pasting and gluing,
Graphic design training,
Artists for parents,
Childhood impressions,
Innocence and children,
Core of art making,
Calculation and intuition,
Interpretations and reviews,
Certainty,
Where the wild things are,
Painting style,
Underlying themes,

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Ep 83 - Ted Randler : An artist who paints

Sun, 19 Mar 2017 06:56:46 GMT

I had a great conversation with artist Ted Randler in Washington. Ted paints contemporary figurative scenes made from tiny abstract marks that live somewhere between mosaic and pixels. Ted came through art schools in the punk era of the early 80’s making big collages combining figurative painting with found objects. Then he veered into writing and illustration, which led to a highly successful publishing business. Ted returned to painting full time 3 years ago and recently opened his first first solo show in 30 years.

We talk about Game of Thrones, orchids, racquetball, and of course art, lots of art and painting . . .

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Growing up with technology,
Art show apprehensions,
Pet portraits,
Referencing classical paintings,
Art school,
Influential artists,
Pointillism,
Pixel influence,
Website coding influence,
Origins of...
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Ep 84 - Janine Galizia : Getting A Reaction

Sun, 19 Mar 2017 06:53:43 GMT

I had a great conversation with Australian water-colorist Janine Gallizia from her home and studio in France. Janine’s paintings are skillful, atmospheric and ethereal. She exhibits her work and teaches internationally. She has won numerous awards, has written three books on watercolor painting and one children’s book. She is also the Art Director of the magazine The Art of Watercolor.

We talk about bikers, medicine, traveling, frogs with baguettes and of course art, lots of art and painting . . .

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Living in France,
Early influences and associates,
Australian connection,
Inception of a painting,
Painting from life,
Paper,
Brushes,
Palette,
Mediums,
Gouache,
Multitasking,
Holistic approach,
3 facets of painting,
Starting out with watercolor,
Paper dynamics,
Tips for watercolor...
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Ep 82 - Jane Filer : Being Who You Are

Sun, 19 Feb 2017 22:04:58 GMT

I had a wonderful chat with Jane Filer in North Carolina. Jane paints the world through her own distinctive lens. Nature spirits with cars, wood elves and steam ships, horses and high-rises. Her paintings are deep and dreamy. She has won many awards and high profile commissions in her 40+ year career as a painter. She has had numerous solo and groups shows and her work is collected widely throughout America and the rest of the world.

We talk about ducks, dreams, comedians, and of course art, lots of art and painting . . .

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Australian influences,
Primitive art and post-impressionist,
Abstract under painting,
Surface modeling,
Being polite,
Developing style,
Unseen worlds,
Teaching art,
Classical training,
Underlying themes,
Sculpture,
Performance art,
Social media,
Art Business,

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Ep 81 - Adrienne Stein: Enthusiasm and Grace

Wed, 08 Feb 2017 16:35:00 GMT

I had a lovely conversation with Adrienne Stein in Colorado. Adrienne paints dreamy visions of a beautiful world, classically realist in style, highly detailed in execution. She has won numerous awards and participated in many group and solo shows. Her work is much sought after and collected within America and around the world.

We talk about county Kerry, Andrew Lloyd Webber, roadkill, and of course art, lots of art and painting . . .

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Laguna College of Art & Design,
Contemporary art training,
Sculpture,
Critiques,
Creative lulls,
Life experience,
Triggers,
Recording ideas,
Working from life,
Photoshop,
Colour studies,
Palette,
Details,
Art history,
RJD Gallery fire,
Underlying theme to work,
Poetry,
Pre-Raphaelite parallels,

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Ep 80 - Dave Lebow: Classical Retro

Sun, 29 Jan 2017 18:05:13 GMT

I had a great chat with artist Dave Lebow in California. Dave paints retro pulp subject matter in a classical style. Aliens, robots, vampires, winged eyeballs and pinup girls. He has had a long association with the entertainment industry and his work is collected by celebrities like Mel Brooks, Jason Segel and Jack Black. He has had numerous solo and group shows in his 40+ year painting career.

We talk about the The Ramones, Amish people, Carl Jung, Chinese medicine, and of course art, lots of art and painting . . .

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Animation,
Creative crisis,
Stream of consciousness,
Norman Rockwell method,
Maquettes,
3D modeling,
Colour studies,
Colour palette,
Favorite brushes,
Knowing yourself,
Insomnia,
Meditation,
Creative flow,
Artistic challenges,
Legacy,
The...
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Ep 79 - Alexandra Manukyan : Craft and Heart

Thu, 19 Jan 2017 19:04:18 GMT

I had a brilliant chat with Alexandra Manukyan in California. Originally from Armenia, Alexandra paints surreal figurative paintings that are technically brilliant, full of symbolism and depth. She has had numerous solo and group exhibitions both in America and overseas, and her paintings are collected all around the world.

We talk about the Eurovision song contest, cargo pants, dancing, LA traffic, and of course art, lots of art and painting . . .

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Recent shows,
Armenian roots,
Inspiring artists,
1990 American art scene,
Working in the fashion industry,
Working in the entertainment industry,
Costume design,
Painting process,
Photo-shoots,
Composites,
Reference,
Colour studies,
Explaining the work,
Meditation,
Self discovery,
Dark art,
Teaching,

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Ep 78 - Felicia Forte : Economy and Finesse

Mon, 09 Jan 2017 16:47:16 GMT

I had a great conversation with Felicia Forte in Detroit. Felicia paints intimate paintings that highlight the wonder of the easily overlooked, a sandwich, an ashtray or an unguarded moment. She has shown her work in numerous group and solo exhibitions. In 2015 and 16 her portraiture was exhibited at the National Portrait Gallery in London for The BP Portrait Award.

We talked about Star Trek, Women only gyms, stoves, New Year's resolutions and lots of art and painting . . .

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Pivotal moments,
Destiny,
Personal style,
Subject matter,
Alla prima,
Colour,
Visual economy,
The friendliest spot,
Painting on paper,
Age, wisdom, bravery,
Process or end result,
Being an artist,
Why painting is still around,
Teaching,
Agency and responsibility,
Making a lot of starts,

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Ep 77 – Vincent Desiderio : Intellectual Equipment For Imaginative Spaces

Sat, 24 Dec 2016 04:31:15 GMT

I had an epic conversation with American artist Vincent Desiderio. Vincent has been painting for 40+ years - and it shows. He paints big pictures of recognisable things like people and places and things. His work is complex, nuanced and packs an emotional punch. His paintings have been widely exhibited around the world and are part of many museum collections, like the Guggenheim and the metropolitan museum of art, to name just two.He has won numerous awards including being the first American artist to receive the International Contemporary Art Prize from the Prince Ranier Foundation of Monaco.

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

2017 workshop in Italy,
Italian heritage,
Chinese residency,
Yue Minjun,
Narrative,
Cooking,
Visual reference,
Studies with paint,
Colour,
Technique and skill,
Medium,
Scale,
Mark making,
Honest...
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Ep 76 - Pamela Wilson : Heartfelt Rule-Breaking

Sat, 17 Dec 2016 18:35:03 GMT

I had a great chat with Pamela Wilson in California. Pamela paints evocative, narrative, figurative paintings, technically brilliant and packed with atmosphere and questions. She has had numerous solo exhibitions and her work is collected widely. She was recently named one of the top 100 oil painters working today.

We talked about lucid dreaming, bossy toes, horoscopes, antiques, and lots of art and painting . . .

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

International exhibitions,
Photo reference,
Painting coach,
Making marks,
What makes a good painting,
Honesty in work,
Collage,
Confidence,
Failure,
Antiques,
Underpainting,
Gold leaf,
Synesthesia,
Tarot,
Healing the past,
Steampunk,
”Daily pleasure reading,”
Exercise,
Teaching,
Social media,
Art...
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Ep 75 - Andrea Kowch : The Mystery Of The Authentic Self

Wed, 07 Dec 2016 18:01:43 GMT

I had a lovely conversation with Andrea Kowch in Michigan. Andrea paints figurative paintings with a kind of magical realism. She has received numerous Best of Show awards, and her work has been showcased in Museums and galleries across America. In 2012 Scope NYC named her one of the top 100 emerging artists in the world.

We talked about Riverdance, Shakespeare, Cranes (the birds), antiques, and lots of art and painting . . .

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Irish dancing,
Working with Acrylics,
Photo shoots,,
Working with models,
Compositing,
Storytelling,
Transformative work,
Success pressure,
Inspiration,
Life experience,
Hair,
Fashion,
Movies,
Sacrifices,
Teaching,
Finances,
Online presence,
Galleries,
The mystery of life,

To find out more about Andrea and...

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Ep 74 - Katie O’Hagan : Getting On With Grit

Mon, 28 Nov 2016 17:53:17 GMT

It was a riot chatting with Scottish American artist Katie O’Hagan in Upstate New York. Katie paints compelling figurative paintings that are technically brilliant and deeply personal - full of symbols and mystery. Her work is shown in galleries and museums across America and the rest of the world. She has received many awards from organisations like the Salmagundi Club, Oil Painters of America, and The Portrait Society of America to name a few.

We talked about sheep, deer, shop towels, moose, health insurance, concrete, and lots of art and painting . . .

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Living in America,
Referencing other artists,
Background details,
Photo reference,
Death by Moose,
Dreams,
Beginning a painting,
Zorn palette,
Refining skills,
Being self-taught,
Imposter syndrome,
Skill and art,
Milestones,

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Ep 73 - Alex Gross : A More Beautiful World

Sat, 19 Nov 2016 01:06:06 GMT

I had a great conversation with American artist Alex Gross in Los Angeles. His paintings are figurative, surreal and are filled with his personal reflections on contemporary culture. He has had numerous solo exhibitions and has shown in dozens of museum and gallery exhibitions around the world. And he’s published four books of his work.

We talked about smartphones, superheroes, student debt, and lots of art and painting . . .

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Contemporary artists,
Being in rock bands,
Symbols and meaning,
Play in art making,
Photoshoots,
Compositing,
Colour and pallet,
Pop surrealism,
Japan,
Saving face,
Cabinet cards,
Victorian era,
Steampunk,
Health and exercise,
Fatherhood,
Leaving space for meaning,
Tarot cards,
Everyday spiritual profundity,

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Ep 72 - Jane Radstrom : Looking in Humanity

Mon, 07 Nov 2016 20:11:32 GMT

I spoke with American artist Jane Radstrom in Berlin. Jane is a contemporary figurative painter. She is technically brilliant across a number of mediums, including pastels, oils, digital painting and collage. She is also highly regarded by her fellow painters. Her work is in demand with sold out print runs, solo gallery shows and features in many prominent art magazines.

We talked about kale, weight lifting, moving continents and lots of art . . .

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Berlin art scene,
Installation art,
Atelier training,
Russian art training,
Pastelsx,
Photoshoots,
Working with models,
Self portraits,
Sketchbooks,
Collage,
Digital painting,
Oil painting,
Looking into humanity,
Most emotional painting,
Richard Diebenkorn’s “rules”,
Future work,
Work ethic,
Print...
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Ep - 71 Alicia Armstrong : Feeling Intuition and Spirit

Sun, 30 Oct 2016 23:01:27 GMT

I laughed a lot in my chat with artist Alicia Armstrong in North Carolina. Alicia paints figurative and abstract paintings about memories, longings, dreams and inconsistencies. She has had numerous solo exhibitions and her work is collected throughout America and the rest of the world. We talked about the winter blues, talking to yourself out loud, working with dogs, tasting colour and a lot more . . .

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Working in a shared studio,
Artistic parents,
Jewelry making,
Abstract painting,
Working with oil paint,
Dynamic tension,
Working in series,
Photoshoots,
Color palette,
Energy and intent,
Orbital sander,
Left and right brain painting,
Positive and negative thoughts,
Galleries,
Collectors,
Most moving painting to make,
Current artistic challenges,

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Ep 70 - Jacob Dhein : Knowing When To Let Go

Mon, 17 Oct 2016 22:36:28 GMT

I had a great chat with San Francisco based artist Jacob Dhein. Jacob’s work balances on the edge of realism and abstraction. He paints beautiful figures and cityscapes, and he’s also a fan of plein air painting. We talked about rollerblading, distinguishing yourself as an artist, letting go of things that hold you back, Irish bars and a lot more . . .

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Painting with family,
Early mentors,
Sculpture,
Planning workflow,
Cityscapes,
Figurative painting,
Painting on board,
Color palette,
Plein air painting,
Abstract painting,
Working in bars,
Portrait painting,
Craftsmanship,
Teaching,
Art business,
Social media,
Most emotional picture to paint,
Future projects,
Current artists challenges,
Learning,

To find out more...

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Ep 69 - Bo Bartlett : Working With The Breath Of Life

Wed, 28 Sep 2016 13:13:31 GMT

I had a great conversation with American figurative artist Bo Bartlett. Bo's paintings have a deep emotional and spiritual impact. He's been painting for the last 40 years and it shows. Bo is highly revered and his work is collected around the world in private collections and museums. This is a long conversation and as we got deeper into it Bo talked about his experience of life and death and the underlying philosophy of his work and life.

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Sky paintings,
Norman Rockwell,
Learning to paint in Florence,
Painting large,
Brushwork as a byproduct of being,
Anticipating interpretations,
Andrew Wyeth,
Color,
Filmmaking,
The Bo Bartlett Centre,
Art in schools,
Art with the homeless,
Spiral dynamics theory,
Going blind,
Visions,
Life and death,
Intention,
Current...
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Ep 68 - Natalia Fabia : Painting With A Clear Strong Voice

Fri, 16 Sep 2016 20:35:46 GMT

I had a great time chatting with artist Natalia Fabia in California. Natalia paints realist oil paintings with a high level of technical skill. Her subject matter is predominantly strong women viewed through the lens of punk rock glam.

She has been featured in magazines like Juxtapoz, New York Arts magazine, and Hi Fructose to name a few. Her work has been shown in numerous solo and group shows. We talk about yoga, hookers, pop art, knitting, ladybugs and a lot more . . .

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Creative heroes,

Creative process,
Photo shoots,
Artistic growth,
Artistic benefits of Yoga,
Artistic benefits of meditation,
Artists and hookers,
Kawaii,
LA and New York scenes,
Teaching art,
Fashion,
Parenthood,
The art business,
Most moving painting to make,
Current artistic challenges,

To find...

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Ep 67 - Dorian Vallejo : Art And Grit And Love

Sat, 10 Sep 2016 06:13:52 GMT

I had a great conversation with artist Dorian Vallejo. Son of artists Boris and Doris Vallejo, Dorian grew up surrounded by creativity and inquiry, and it shows. His work is technically brilliant, his paintings, otherworldly. Floating figures in beautiful, natural, dreamlike worlds. We talk about sewing, tennis, the wild ones, bodybuilding, holding your breath underwater, oh, and painting, lots and lots of painting . . .

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Dorian’s father Boris Vallejo,
Creative heroes,
Creative process,
Growth through failure,
Scene machine,
Creating reference material,
Underwater model photography,
Favorite color palette,
Building reference material,
Favorite tools,
Daily practice,
Meditation,
Portraying the interplay between the conscious and subconscious,
Conceptual and abstract art,

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Ep 66 - Mike Leavitt : The Model Artist

Wed, 31 Aug 2016 16:51:42 GMT

I had a great chat with Mike Leavitt in Seattle. Mike is a pop artist and sculptor. His work includes painting, sculpture, design and satire, lots of Satire. He has had more than 126 exhibitions around the world and sculpted over 400 figures. In his own words he is a, “38-year-old making dolls in his basement, articulating the voice of a generation in need of action heroes." We talk about, virtual reality, the joys of angle grinding, polite stalking, and a lot more . . .

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Vashon Island,
King cuts exhibition,
Spike Lee,
Walt Disney,
Creative process,
Painting,
3D printing,
Virtual and Augmented reality,
Rotocasting,
Bernie Sanders doll on Kickstarter,
Cake tops,
Donald Trump,
Current artistic challenges,

To find out more about Mike and his work

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Ep 65 - Teresa Oaxaca : Sumptuous Excellence

Wed, 24 Aug 2016 22:12:49 GMT

Teresa Oaxaca's paintings look like a Ringling Circus, a Flower Show, and a Vintage Clothing festival all mashed into one. (I’m quoting her twitter profile.) Classicly trained and technically brilliant her work brings you powerfully into her world.

Normally based in Washington, she chatted with me from the Hauge in Holland where she was between teaching assignments in Europe.We talked about the structure of education, architecture, triptychs, swimming in the North Sea, Pokemon Go and a lot more . . .

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Teaching in Brugge,
Creative process,
Painting while traveling,
Frames and framing,
Odd Nerdrum,
Teaching,
The Da Vinci initiative,
Art education,
Developing personal painting style,
The place of art in society,
Clothing,
Collections,
Clowns,
Mexican Slovenian connections,
Abstract...
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Ep 64 - Jennifer Gennari : The Importance Of Staying Excited

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 19:49:23 GMT

I had a great conversation with figurative artist Jennifer Gennari in Brooklyn. Jennifer's work is beautiful, powerful, technically brilliant, full of symbolism, and kind of throbs with vitality, for me at least. We talked about her time at Hallmark cards, her classical training in Florence, her love of video games, Jeff Koon's ninja stealth skills and a lot more . . .

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Working at Hallmark,
Creative heroes,
Video games,
Virtual reality,
Creative process,
Favorite materials,
Florence academy of art training,
Jeff Koons,
If old masters were working today,
Marrying classical training and illustration,
Teaching,
Writing book,
Instructional videos,
Artistic challenges,

To find out more about Jennifer and her work

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Ep 63 - Danielle Krysa : The Doing Of Joy

Tue, 09 Aug 2016 19:00:01 GMT

I had a great time with Canadian artist Danielle Krysa. As well as an artist Danielle is also a writer, a curator, a podcaster and a public speaker. She is probably most well known as, "The Jealous Curator," the art blog and podcast she hosts. In her art practice she works mostly in collage. Her work has been shown throughout the US and Canada.

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Chinese editions of Daniell’s book, Creative Block,
Book review from Jerry Saltz,
Creative heroes,
Comedians,
Creative process,
Photoshop,
Animation,
Gifs,
Collage in movies,
Collage in music,
The artists way,
Art school,
Writing,
Talking to other artists,
Imposter syndrome,
Similarities between art making and writing,
Art...
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Ep 62 - Lucy Hardie : The Power Of Intense Moments

Mon, 01 Aug 2016 20:27:58 GMT

I had a great conversation with Australian artist Lucy Hardie. Lucy specialises in highly detailed pen and ink drawings. Her pictures are sensual, mysterious, evocative and made with a very high level of skill. Her work has appeared in numerous solo and group shows and her work is collected around the world. She talked about the philosophy behind her are, the importance of the viewer, and the evolution of consciousness.

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Collaborations,
Abbotsford convent,
Returning to painting,
Creative heroes,
Creative process,
Teaching,
Gothic art,
Integral philosophy,
Symbols,
Work as meditation,
Balancing other worldly work,
The purpose of sharing work,
Social media,
Selling prints,
Most moving picture to make,
Artistic challenges,

To find out more about Lucy and her work

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Ep 61- Daniel Maidman : Honesty And Hope

Mon, 25 Jul 2016 14:19:41 GMT

I had a great conversation with artist and writer Daniel Maidman in New York. Daniel's art practice consists of striking representational paintings, mostly of figures - and drawings - lots of drawings. His writings on art have been featured in ARTnews, American Art Collector, and International Artist, among others, and he writes a regular column on art for The Huffington Post.

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Artistic heroes,
Drawing,
Jerry Saltz,
Creative process,
Working with models,
Adam Miller,
Beauty,
Odd Nerdrum,
Painting and writing crossovers,
Art critic,
Film making and screenwriting,
New...
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Ep 60 - Kristy Gordon : The Rise Of . . .

Tue, 19 Jul 2016 21:52:57 GMT

Canadian artist Kristy Gordon was so enjoyable to chat with. She is based in New York and her paintings are figurative, contemporary and arresting. She has won numerous awards, including the Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation Grant (3 times!), and an exceptional merit award from the American portrait society. She has been in numerous solo and group shows and her work is held in over 500 collections around the world. She is very down to earth with plenty of practical tips and has a great laugh.

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Working in animation,
Artistic heroes,
Creative process,
Palette,
Following your intuition,
Teaching,
Online teaching,
Writing an artist bio,
Writing an artist statement,
Now pages,
Balancing the light and dark of life,
Living in New York,
Changing the world with paint,
Most moving painting to...
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Ep 59 - Ron English : View Master

Tue, 12 Jul 2016 00:30:35 GMT

I had a thoroughly enjoyable conversation with iconic pop artist Ron English. Ron has been painting for the last 35 years. He was making street art before it was hip or cool, before that term had even been coined.Back in the 80’s he was liberating billboards by altering their ads to highlight what the manufacturer didn’t want you to know. His billboard work famously brought about the end of Joe the camel, the cartoon character created by camel cigarettes to capture the pre-teen market.Ron’s art is whimsical, satirical, and courageous. His skill level is high. He can oil paint with the best of them. As well as fine art he produces art books, art toys, and in the last couple of years he’s been creating satirical consumer products and placing them in supermarkets.

The time flew by, we talked about many thing, see the list below, yet we only scratched the surface of the huge body of work Ron has made, and the depths of the person.

Here are the main points of what we talk...

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Ep 58 - Vanessa Prager : Stepping Through The Portal

Sun, 03 Jul 2016 13:20:30 GMT

I had a great conversation with artist Vanessa Prager in California. Vanessa paints, "dripping, melting, fading out portraits. " Some of her portraits are big, 10 foot square while others are much smaller. Big or small they are all oil and the paint is thick, really thick. Vanessa has had solo shows in California and just recently in New York. We talk about being self taught, the properties of oil paint, the solitude of the studio, reaching a mass audience, fainting goats, and a lot more . . .

Here are the main points of what we talk about:

Creative heroes,
What art exists,
The role of the artist,
Creative process,
Color palette,
Paint,
Drying times,
Being self taught,
Learning resources,
Imposter syndrome,
Social interaction,
Exposure,
Celebrity hostings,
Peephole installations,
Social media,
Collectors,
Most moving...
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Ep 57 - Joseph Lorusso : The Value Of Romance

Thu, 23 Jun 2016 17:52:23 GMT

I had a lovely chat with artist Joseph Lorusso in Kansas. His warm, romantic paintings of people in everyday situations are expertly crafted and atmospheric. His ten years working in the greeting card company Hallmark have give him an impressive command of emotional evocation. He talked about his Italian heritage, the art business, watercolor painting, his own personal tips and tricks, the weather in Ireland, and a lot more . . .

Here is what we talk about:

Showing in group shows,
Italian origins,
Creative origins,
Representational art in the art market,
Artistic process,
Favorite tools,
Watercolor,
Drawing, value, color and edges,
Romance,
Wine,
Leaving space for the viewer,
Most moving picture to make,
Artistic challenges,

To find out more about Joseph his work

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Ep 56 - Richard Hearns : The Flow Of Our True Nature

Wed, 08 Jun 2016 23:08:53 GMT

I had a great chat with fellow Irishman and abstract artist Richard Hearns. Richard has been described as one of the best-kept secrets in Irish contemporary art. He is represented by galleries in New York, Paris, Beirut, San Francisco, London, and Dublin. He is collected around the world and he has had regular solo exhibitions in New york. We go right into abstraction and how it works for him, the spiritual side of his art practice, his representational work and a lot more . . .

Here is what we talk about:

Being visible and approachable as an artist,
The role of an artist in the community,
Creative heroes,
Abstraction,
Childlike approach to painting,
Abstract art criticisms,
Evaluating abstract art,
Creative process,
The spirit in art,
Meditation,
The influence of martial arts,
Art business,
Blogging and social media,
Collectors,
Getting out of...
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Ep 55 - Colin Davidson : Living In The Question

Thu, 26 May 2016 00:03:07 GMT

In this episode I’m chatting with Colin Davidson in Belfast, Ireland. Colin is known for his portraits, particularly of celebrities like Liam Neeson, Sir Kenneth Branagh, Ed Sheeran, and Brad Pitt. He was recently asked by Time magazine to paint a portrait of Chancellor Angela Merkel for the cover of their person of the year edition.

Throughout our conversation his passion for capturing the human being under the skin is evident. He talks about his latest solo exhibition called, Silent testimony, which is comprised of 18 portraits of people who lost someone during the 30 year conflict in Northern Ireland.

All that and the usual nitty gritty of his painting practice and how he navigates being a professional artist.

Here is what we talk about:

Recent exhibitions,
Creative heroes,
Artistic awakening,
Art training,
10 years in design,
Going pro,
Creative process,
The value of the unguarded...
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Ep 54 - Fintan Magee : Large Art For Everyone

Wed, 18 May 2016 21:33:43 GMT

Fintan Magee paints epic figurative murals all over the world from America, to Russia, to China, Europe and even Ireland. Growing up in Brisbane in Australia, a place I know well, Fintan cut his artistic teeth in the graffiti world, then went on to art college and has managed to bring the two together in his beautiful figurative murals. He also has gallery shows for his works on canvas and paper and he is starting to get into art installations too.

Here is what we talk about:

Recent trips to Rome and Belgium,
Public response to murals,
Installations,
Creative process,
Drawing large scale,
Collaborations,
Art training,
Politics and street art,
Banksy comparisons,
Climate change,
Brisbane 2011 floods,
Australian art scene,
Commissioning for public murals,
Artistic challenges,

To find out more about Fintan and his work

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Ep 53 - David Cheifetz : The Art of Now

Wed, 11 May 2016 19:03:20 GMT

David Cheifetz is an exceptional representational artist. Based in Seattle he paints people and cityscapes, and still lifes. Lots of still lifes. During the course of our conversation he gives some great tips and insights about his process, working with intent and the excitement of still life painting.

I know!

I'm converted.

Here is what we talk about:

Recent exhibitions,
Teaching art,
Creative heroes,
The purpose of art,
Artistic process,
The power of Now,
Tips for being a professional artist,
The art business,
Most moving picture to make,
Artistic challenges,
Working as a multi-passionate,

To find out more about David and his work

https://davidcheifetz.com/

References in the episode.

The Salvador Dali book I mentioned is, called "50 Secrets of Magic Craftsmanship."

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Ep 52 - Jenny Morgan : Artmaking And The Open Heart

Wed, 04 May 2016 13:57:04 GMT

In this episode I'm talking with Brooklyn based artist Jenny Morgan . Jenny's paintings are figurative and contemporary. She brings a light intensity to her subjects that is really compelling. Her work has been shown in numerous group and solo shows all over America and Europe. We have a great conversation about her process both internal and external.

Here is what we talk about:

Creative heroes,
Childhood support,
Technical skill,
Artistic process,
The connection with the sitter,
Rebelling against skill,
The use of therapy,
The role of love in art,
Vulnerability,
Working with Marilyn Minter,
Advice for young artists,
Art business,
Teaching,
Most moving picture to make,
Artistic challenges,
Self care,

To find out more about Jenny and her work

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Ep 51 - Richard Baker - Celebrating sunlight, shadow and color

Mon, 25 Apr 2016 14:22:40 GMT

Richard Baker is a Californian artist. His paintings are representational yet minimal. His subject matter has been described as fresh and uplifting and I think that’s a pretty good description.

Like myself, Richard comes to his art practice on the back of a long and successful other career.In Richard’s case it is being a producer for film and TV and he is also talent manager. He currently manages the comedian Tim Allen, and he’s produced films like, The Santa Clause trilogy, and long running TV series like, The Drew Carey show, and Last man standing.

Here is what we talk about:

Creative heroes,
Edward Hopper,
Minimal Realism,
Working method,
Art that needs no explanation,
The solitary nature of painting,
Being the center of attention,
Imposter syndrome,
Most moving picture to make,
Art business,
Biggest challenge as an artist,
Tips from an art...
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Ep 50 - James Guppy - Art seduction

Sun, 10 Apr 2016 17:39:38 GMT

I had a great conversation with Australian contemporary artist James Guppy. His paintings are figurative and surreal and his subject matter is life mortality, animals, flowers, fairies and recently men in suits --- on stilts.

Here is what we talk about:

Creative heroes,
“Good art is a virus that affects the way we see the world for evermore.”
Mural art,
Working with acrylic paint,
Figurative painting in the modern world,
Contemporary and figurative art divide in Australia,
Most shocking painting to make,
Byron bay,
New age influences,
Strong women,
Middle aged fairies,
Working in America,
Aggressive capitalism,
The aftermath of message painting,
Street art,
Future work,
Social media,
Selfies,
Vintage pornography,
Most moving painting to make,
Artistic...
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Ep 49 - Cesar Santos : Courage And Creative Freedom

Tue, 29 Mar 2016 13:41:06 GMT

I had a great chat with Cuban American artist Cesar Santos in his studio in Miami. Cesar was first exposed to art through his uncle in Cuba who is an abstract painter. Migrating to America at the age of 12 Cesar embarked on a long training in art culminating in Florence where he studied with John Michael Angel. Cesar's work combines classical and modern styles and is collected all around the world. He has great insights and distinctive perspectives on art that are influenced by his many interests including boxing!

Here is what we talk about:

Why art exists,
His most moving picture to create,
Biggest challenge as an artist,
Originality and authenticity,
Art training,
Art world and art villages,
Street art,
Ultimate goals,
Branding,
Art business,
Boxing,
Business mistakes,
Sacred cows,
Galleries,
Acting training,
Creative...
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Ep 48 - Candice Bohannon and Julio Reyes - Dancing on the precipice

Wed, 23 Mar 2016 13:28:10 GMT

Candice Bohannon and Julio Reyes are award winning figurative artists. They are also married to each other. Candice’s paintings are intense, compelling, and pulsing with strength. Julio’s paintings have that double take quality that Edward Hopper talked about where you see something fleetingly and it conveys a lot. It’s like a still from a big expansive movie. Both Candice and Julio bring a level of integrity to their work that is very inspiring. We had a very long conversation.

Here is what we talk about:

Laguna beach,
Art school,
Fake reality,
Nurturing yourself as a young artist,
Julio’s soccer career,
Being married to an artist,
Creative heros,
The sublime unknown,
Tips for working with different materials,
Originality and authenticity,
Self esteem,
The life of the artist,
Art and love,
Art collectors,
Most moving...
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Ep 47 - Michael Shane Neal - Painting the essence

Wed, 02 Mar 2016 15:26:47 GMT

Michael Shane Neal is one of the most sought after portrait artists in America. He has painted Supreme Court Justices, U.S. Senators, State Governors, University Presidents, CEO’s, Business Tycoons, Hollywood actors and celebrities, and hundreds of private portraits for collections around the world. He is also a style icon and a self professed dandy. He is a natural story teller and we had a long chat.

Here is what we talk about:

The attraction of portraiture,
The person is the story,
Creative heroes,
Meeting Woody Allen,
Making nature what you feel it should be,
Chasing Sargent,
The intimacy of portraiture,
Sculpture,
Personal style,
Best male grooming tip,
Meeting Tony Bennett,
Constant artistic evolution,
Enhancing the experience for sitters,
Advice for young aspiring artists interested in portraiture,
Living frugally,
Most moving...
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Ep 46 - Brad Kunkle : The Golden Touch

Sat, 27 Feb 2016 10:39:07 GMT

Brad Kunkle is a Brooklyn based artist who uses gold and silver leaf to paint figurative pictures that are both symbolic and surreal. Originally from rural Pennsylvania his appreciation for nature and the feminine principle are evident in his work. We had a great chat.

Here is what we talk about:

Creative heroes,
The significance of colour,
Using light,
Sticking with your intuition,
The spiritual and material worlds,
How much is lost in photographing paintings,
The allure of gold,
Artistic origins and backstory,
Advice for young aspiring artists,
Art business,
Future projects,
Losing Shadow,
Most moving picture to make,
Nature and humanity,
Biggest challenge as an artist,

To find out more about Brad and his workhttp://bradkunkle.com/

Thanks for...

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Ep 45 - Stephen Bauman : Finding Yourself As An Artist

Tue, 09 Feb 2016 10:40:53 GMT
Stephen Bauman is an award winning artist and principal instructor with the Florence Academy of art in their Swedish campus. Last year I wrote an article about living masters working today and Stephen was in that list of artists. We had a great conversation covering everything from his beginnings as a graffiti artist, to his classical training, and finding yourself as an artist.
Here is what we talk about:
Early roots in Miami graffiti,
Coming to classical art training,
Artistic heroes,
Working in different mediums,
Water based oil paints,
Teaching art,
Knowing your materials,
Tim’s Vermeer,
Collaboration,
Living in Sweden,
Odd Nerdrum,
Spousal feedback,
Methods of working,
To find out more about Stephen and his work
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Ep 44 - Adam Miller - Facing fear and desire

Mon, 01 Feb 2016 16:47:49 GMT

Adam Miller is an artist on a grand scale. He paints big figurative paintings with lots of characters. They look like classical paintings but the characters are all contemporary, except for the odd mythical creature. Last year I wrote an article about living masters working today and Adam was in that list of artists.
Here is what we talk about:
We need art now more than ever,
Architecture,
The origins of message in the art,
Working in other mediums,
Creative heroes,
Art training in Florence,
Advice to young artists,
Impostor syndrome,
Future projects,
Capitalism and art,
Alternative ways of funding art,
To find out more about Adam and his work
http://adammiller.com/
Thanks for...
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Ep 43 - Daryl Shute - A passion for storytelling

Thu, 21 Jan 2016 15:01:59 GMT
Daryl Shute is a filmmaker working predominantly in animation. He is an associate producer with Magic Light Pictures which made award winning film The Gruffalo and have just released their latest film, Stick Man. Daryl give a great insight into the nuts and bolts of animation and film making.Here is what we talk about:
Journey into animation,
Groundbreaking style of The Gruffalo,
Artistic expression in animation
Where the wild things are,
Developments in animation,
Virtual and augmented reality,
Top 5 animation films,
Wild Target,
Live action filmmaking,
Acting,
The role of a producer,
Under Milkwood,
Top 5 movies,
Star Wars,
To find out more about Daryl and his workhttp://www.magiclightpictures.com/Thanks for listening!If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review...
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Ep 42 - Ashley Longshore Christmas Special

Tue, 22 Dec 2015 23:36:12 GMT

Crazy, savvy, and irreverent, Ashley Longshore is a positive force of nature. She is an American artist who refuses to sell in galleries and instead sells directly to her high profile collectors straight from her Instagram account. Her prices start at around $30,000. She has made herself a millionaire through this approach. In this special episode she goes into the nitty gritty of how she has built her art business.

Here is what we talk about in this part:
Success and hard work,
Career turning point,
Helping collectors feel validated,
Using the press to help you,
Using publicists,
Instagram,
The importance of location,
Being able to see paintings in person,
Pop up art shows,
Advice for artists that produce, "difficult," work,
American Consumerism,
The difference between art collectors and art buyers,
Most moving work created,
Christmas...
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Ep 41 - Gregory Mortenson - Part 2 : From Haiti To Gethsemane

Wed, 16 Dec 2015 22:57:31 GMT
This is part two of my chat with Gregory Mortensen. Greg spent 12 years studying painting. It shows. His work has been on the cover of American art Collector magazine a couple of times. He has been in numerous group and solo shows. He has just finished his latest one man show at the Arcadia gallery in New York called - Zion's Children - which is of children in an orphanage in Haiti that he has been involved with since 2010.
Here is what we talk about in this part:
Portrait painting,
Self portraits,
If the old masters had Instagram accounts,
Alla prima painting,
The benefits of teaching painting,
The business of art,
Shared studio space,
Joshua LaRock and Michael Klein,
The most moving painting Greg has made,
Creative challenges.
To find out more about Gregory and his workhttp://www.gregorymortenson.com/
If you...
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Ep 40 - Gregory Mortenson - Part 1 : From Haiti To Gethsemane

Thu, 10 Dec 2015 16:35:19 GMT

Gregory Mortensen spent 12 years studying painting. It shows. His work has been on the cover of American art Collector magazine a couple of times. He has been in numerous group and solo shows. He has just finished his latest one man show at the Arcadia gallery in New York called - Zion's Children - which is of children in an orphanage in Haiti that he has been involved with since 2010.
Here is what we talk about:
Working in an orphanage in Haiti,
Painting the children from the orphanage,
Teaching art to the children of the orphanage,
12 years of art training,
The story of the painting, “Gethsemane.”
Excavating the machinery of sight
To find out more about Gregory and his work
http://www.gregorymortenson.com/
Thanks for listening!
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and rating on i
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Ep 39 - Karl James - Otherworldly painting

Thu, 03 Dec 2015 22:46:04 GMT

Karl James is an Australian artist. For the last 30 years he has been tucked away in regional Whyalla quietly building an impressive body of work. He paints dreamy pictures of gritty subjects like the Ned Kelly story or the Australian soldiers in Gallipoli. He has a strong following in Australia and overseas. He has been in numerous group and solo shows.
Here is what we talk about
Creative heroes,
Working in series,
Ned Kelly,
Parallel careers,
Roads not taken,
The Chimera gallery,
Artistic process,
Australian art market,
Most moving picture,
Current artistic challenges,
Future generations,
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Ep 38 - Steven Mannion - The art of happiness

Thu, 26 Nov 2015 12:49:27 GMT

Steven Mannion is an Irish artist and one of the happiest people I know. His work is collected internationally by Hollywood A-listers and musicians. He is also the favorite artist of the current Irish minister of the arts. More importantly than all that, he used to be my neighbor in Dublin.
Here is what we talk about
Creative heroes,
Stylistic expression,
Paint mediums,
The effects of celebrity,
Impostor syndrome,
Happiness,
Freemasonry,
PR advice for artists,
Being a multipotentialite,
Most moving picture,
Biggest artistic challenge,
Favorite artist of the Irish minister for the arts,
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Ep 37 - Alpay Efe - Painting the process

Mon, 09 Nov 2015 22:51:19 GMT

Alpay Efe is a self taught German artist of Turkish origin. He is a figurative painter and is influenced by the contemporary zeitgeist and pop culture. He is particularly interested in making the process of painting as visible as the end result. He does this using a number of devices including painting photo realistic strips of masking tape onto his paintings. He has interesting perspectives on art schools and the art business. I enjoyed chatting with him a lot.
Here is what we talk about
Creative heroes,
Making the process of painting as visible as the result,
Virtual reality,
Art school,
Art business,
Paying the rent,
Cultural influences,
Artistic challenges,
Future generations,
To find out more about Alpay and his work
http://www.alpayefe.com/

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Ep 36 – Dan Price - A life as a work of art

Tue, 27 Oct 2015 23:02:54 GMT

Dan Price lives in a house the size of a hot tub. His - Hobbit Hole - is part of his carefully orchestrated simple lifestyle. He is a pioneer of minimalism and tiny homes. He was blogging before the internet was invented. He is a conservationist, a horticulturist, a musician, a photographer and an artist. Driving all these pursuits is a determination to enjoy the adventure of his life to the fullest. Dan is a very interesting human.
Here is what we talk about
Life as art
Tiny house
Surfing in Hawaii
“Normal” living
Moonlight Chronicles
Music – handpan
Advice to 18 year old self
Getting on with people
The other Dan Price
The Future
To find out more about Dan and his work
http://www.moonlightchronicles.com/
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Ep 35 – Mario Robinson : Painting The Lived Experience

Mon, 19 Oct 2015 21:25:28 GMT

The way American artist Mario Robinson treats the people he paints reminds me of Vincent Van Gogh. He highlights the nobility of ordinary people. It’s as if he is saying, “Take a second look, take a third. Can you see how remarkable these people are?” Mario has been named by The Artists Magazine, as one of the top 20 realist artists under the age of 40. He is also on my list of living masters working today.
Here is what we talk about
Why does art exist?
Creative heroes
Becoming an artist
Painting people
Creating the most moving painting
Having a fallback career
Biggest artistic challenge
Dealing with celebrity
Advice to young artists
The importance of getting into an art magazine
Art business
Working with watercolor
Being a brand ambassador
Mario’s...
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Ep 34 – Robert Fritz - Structural tension

Tue, 13 Oct 2015 17:24:25 GMT

If you're involved in creativity you'll want to listen to this one. Robert Fritz is a best selling author, award-winning filmmaker, composer, and an organizational consultant. He has been developing and leading trainings for the past 25 years. More than 80,000 people in 27 countries have participated in his trainings.
Here is what we talk about
Why do the arts exist?
Creative heroes
Structural tension
Childhood creativity
Ira Glass’s gap
The creative process
The role of love in creativity
Artistic challenges
Self esteem
Aging well
Creator and creation
Recommended books and workshops
From Robert:-
The Art of the creative process
https://www.facebook.com/RobertFritzInc/posts/826096347466337
A little lesson in song structure.
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Ep 33 – Michael Foulkrod - The artist’s eye

Mon, 05 Oct 2015 22:19:34 GMT

Michael Foulkrod paints portraits of the pre-Blade Runner era. They are arresting and distinctive. He has also worked as a master decorative and muralist painter to the stars of Hollywood for the last 30 years. His exposure to celebrity and his journey back to figurative painting make for a great conversation.
Here is what we talk about
Why does art exist?
Creative heroes
Pre-Blade Runner era portraits
The influence of Hollywood and the LA art community
Storm chasing
Current challenge as an artist
Celebrity portraits
The artist’s eye
Spiritual connection
Art business
Advice for young artists
To find out more about Michael and his work
http://michaelfoulkrod.blogspot.com
http://instagram.com/mrfoulkrodnow/
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Ep 32 - David Kassan – Part 2 : Presence In Absence

Tue, 29 Sep 2015 15:02:23 GMT

Part 2 of a great conversation with American artist David Kassan. In this part of the conversation he has some great advice fro young artists and he also talks about the art business. David describes himself as a painter's painter. I think he is a living master.
Here is what we talk about in this part
Advice for young artists
Biggest challenge as an artist
The art business
To find out more about David and his work
http://www.davidkassan.com/
Thanks for listening!
If...
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Ep 31 - David Kassan – Part 1 - Presence in absence

Tue, 22 Sep 2015 20:06:59 GMT

American artist David Kassan is a living master. He paints contemporary life in a classical way. His years of experience come out in this conversation as he reveals the obstacles he faces, why he paints, and what he had to do for the success he has achieved.
Here is what we talk about
Why does art exist?
Intimate work in retrospect
Painting large for small displays
Philanthropic art
Obstacles and how to use them
Creative heroes
To find out more about David and his work
http://www.davidkassan.com/
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Ep 30 – Alyssa Monks : Creating The Space For Connection

Tue, 15 Sep 2015 01:29:44 GMT

Alyssa Monks is an American artist. She is highly talented, highly respected and highly successful. In this episode she talks candidly about what real success means to her. How art can help make a connection to our humanness. Her relationships with galleries, and she gives tips for artists that are invaluable
Here is what we talk about
Why does art exist?
The, “Paint,” of reality
Painting for viewer or artist?
Creative heroes
Current artistic challenges
Galleries and the art business
Learning in Florence and New York
Advice for artists
Alyssa's advice for artists
“Skills are very important, but nowhere near enough to make art. Definitely acquire the skills through whatever practice and education you choose and embrace it with discipline but have no attachment to success.
Work as hard as you can.
Don't ever compare yourself to others.
Learn how to work on your...
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Ep 29 – Stuart Fuchs - An invitation to play

Thu, 03 Sep 2015 11:57:36 GMT

In this episode I'm chatting with Stuart Fuchs, performing artist, multi-instrumentalist, music educator & workshop facilitator. He specializes in Ukulele, Gypsy Jazz and Classical Guitar, Didjeridoo, and Percussion. He combines meditation and yoga into his approach to playing and teaching and he has some great insights into the creative process and the healing power of music.
Here is what we talk about
Why does music exist?
Music for healing
Biggest challenge to overcome as an artist
Why do we need to practice?
Music teaching and learning
Tips for finding a good music teacher
The transience of performance
Why is the ukulele enjoying such a resurgence in popularity?
Resources mentioned in our conversation –
Illusions by Richard Bach
Alive Inside
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Ep 28 – The Hagan Brothers - Classical Pop Art

Mon, 24 Aug 2015 22:16:18 GMT

Graeme Hagan, of The Hagan Brothers, talks to me about what it's like growing up in a family of painters, how he and his brother Jo work together, and how it's been for them establishing themselves as contemporary artists. He also covers a lot of the business side of art and the Australian art scene.
Here is what we talk about
Why become an artist?
Advice from artist father
Australian art scene
Establishing yourself as an artist
Working method
Art Business
Notre Chauvet
To find out more about the Hagan Brothers
http://www.haganbrothers.com
Thanks for...
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Ep 27 – Ali Cavanaugh – Part 2 - Into the light

Thu, 20 Aug 2015 09:07:21 GMT

In part 2 of this podcast with American artist Ali Cavanaugh, she talks about surrendering to the creative process in art and life, parenthood, God, galleries, art factories, and a lot more.
Ali knows what she is talking about, so far in career she has achieved many of the things other artists aspire to. Her paintings have been featured online in the Huffington Post, Fine Art Connoisseur, Juxtapoz among others, and in print magazines like, The New York Times Magazine, American Art Collector, and American Artist Watercolor. Her paintings have also been used on book covers. She has painted portraits for TIME magazine and The New York Times. Her work is featured in more than 400 private and corporate collections throughout the America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.
She is known for her remarkable watercolor paintings on clay, in a process she calls modern fresco painting.
Here is what we talk about in part one of this...
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Ep 26 – Ali Cavanaugh – Part 1 : Into The Light

Wed, 12 Aug 2015 07:17:04 GMT

American artist Ali Cavanaugh talks technique, pitfalls, inspiration, business, spirituality, galleries, art school, motherhood, social media and a lot more in our conversation.
And she knows what she is talking about, so far in career she has achieved many of the things other artists aspire to. Her paintings have been featured online in the Huffington Post, Fine Art Connoisseur, Juxtapoz among others, and in print magazines like, The New York Times Magazine, American Art Collector, and American Artist Watercolor. Her paintings have also been used on book covers. She has painted portraits for TIME magazine and The New York Times. Her work is featured in more than 400 private and corporate collections throughout the America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.
She is known for her remarkable watercolor paintings on clay, in a process she calls modern fresco painting.
Here is what we talk about in part one of this...
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Ep 25 – Love and Bankers with Aidan Killian

Sun, 26 Jul 2015 12:24:24 GMT

Aidan Killian charged a phone company €300 for hassling him, and they paid it. He insisted a health insurance company repay full costs to is uncle, €25,000, and they paid it.
He’s not a barrister or legal whizz, he’s an Irish comedian.
He has made it his business to not allow himself to be bullied or harassed in any way by corporations and in every case he has been successful. His new book, “Dear Plonker,” chronicles how he did it and offers lots of practical advice for dealing with banks, credit card companies, road toll companies, mobile phone providers, health insurers, television license inspectors and the police.
Here is what we talk about
Why does laughter exist?
Is comedy an art?
Comedy heroes.
Dealing with corporations
Changing the terms of engagement
Turning fear into fun
Terms and conditions
Asking questions
Credit card debt
Protecting your home against foreclosure
Being...
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Ep 24 – Kan Kyi Curwen - Slow living on a bike

Sun, 19 Jul 2015 18:29:08 GMT

Kan Kyi Curwen is a 19 year old community organiser and bicycle renegade from Thailand. In a country that loves motor bikes and cars, Kan Kyi is on a mission to educate people on the simple benefits of life on a bike. He organises races, critical mass events, runs a community bike shop and holds education programs on how to fix and maintain your bike. He is an inspiring young man.
Here is what we talk about
Bicycle renegade
Races
Community bike shop
Tall bikes
Here is the video we mention in the podcast.
To find out more about Kan Kyi and his work
https://www.facebook.com/TwoRevolutions
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Ep 23 – Michael Leunig – Part 2 : The Holy Fool

Sat, 11 Jul 2015 19:52:38 GMT

Part 2 of a lovely conversation I had with Australian icon Michael Leunig. A cartoonist for more than 40 years, Michael is also a writer, painter, philosopher and poet. Humble, wise and funny, I felt like I was catching up with an old friend. He has some golden insights into nearly all aspects of life.
Okay, I'll stop gushing now. Listen for yourself and see . . .
Here is what we talk about in part 2
Living in fairyland
Learning new things
Staying innocent about sex
Money
Alternate paths
Deadlines
Direct governance
Death
To find out more about Michael and his work
http://www.leunig.com.au/
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Ep 22 – Michael Leunig – Part 1 : The Holy Fool

Sat, 04 Jul 2015 18:25:12 GMT

I had a lovely conversation with Australian icon Michael Leunig. A cartoonist for more than 40 years, Michael is also a writer, painter, philosopher and poet. Humble, wise and funny, I felt like I was catching up with an old friend. He has some golden insights into nearly all aspects of life.
Okay, I'll stop gushing now. Listen for yourself and see . . .
Here is what we talk about in part 1
Creative process
Being an national treasure
Artists
The softness of women’s skin
Being unknown
Collaboration
To find out more about Michael and his work
http://www.leunig.com.au/
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Ep 21 - Donnie Maclurcan - Global prosperity and the end of economic growth

Sun, 28 Jun 2015 17:33:37 GMT

Not-for-profit advocate, co-founder of The Post Growth Institute, affiliate professor of social science at Southern Oregon University, former exercise physiologist, social justice advocate, and author, Donnie Maclurcan makes Jason Bourne look like a bit of a slacker.
This a great conversation. Donnie is passionate about the possibilities for change in the global economy and is well used to explaining the complexities of economics in simple easy to understand ways. He outlines the current situation concisely and lays out alternatives that are exciting and optimistic.
Here is what we talk about
What’s wrong with growth?
Why is the myth of growth so entrenched?
Solutions
Popular not for profit companies
The future of the stock market
The future of pension plans
The gift economy
Spiritual dimension
Should we consume less?
Climate change
Irish economy
Scarcity
Practical...
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Ep 20 - Ashley Longshore - Global F**cking Domination

Sat, 20 Jun 2015 18:00:03 GMT

Ashley Longshore is changing the art world one painting at a time. Unapologetically anti gallery, Ashley sells directly to her high profile collectors, sometimes straight from her Instagram account. Her prices start at around $30,000. She is a wonderful mix of savvy business sense, artistic individuality and joy for life. In this fast paced chat Ashley lays out her business approach. She shares her undying encouragement for all artists to get rich. Her thinking is that a world full of rich artists will be a more beautiful world.
Here is what we talk about
The origins of art
Knowing your markets
Are the rich miserable?
Art Heroes
Starving artist myth
Tortured artist myth
How to be free
Is art school worth it?
Jamaica
New work
To find out more about Ashley and her work click here
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Ep 19 - Lynne Kershaw - Natural fertility

Mon, 15 Jun 2015 09:50:59 GMT

Craniosacral therapist, acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist, Lynne Kershaw, covers a lot of ground in this information packed conversation. She has a special interest in natural fertility but also talks about health in general and gives some great tips for practitioners.
Here is what we talk about in this episode
Infertility
Vaccination
Tanzania
A career in natural medicine?
How has your practice evolved?
Blending acupuncture, craniosacral and Chinese herbs
Favourite herb
Craniosacral therapy – biodynamic or not?
The future of healthcare
Tips for a successful practice
here.
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Ep 17 – Ashley Yong - Practical compassion

Sun, 31 May 2015 10:13:09 GMT

Ashley Yong ditched her prom to help the homeless. She used the money she had saved for her prom to make 20 care packages which she distributed to homeless people in her home town of Chicago. In our conversation we talk about what made her decide to give up the biggest night of her life so far, she's 17, and instead do something that most of only think about.
Here is what we talk about in this episode
Ashley's prom story
Humanising the homeless
Solutions
Cloudgate and the allocation of resources
Student debt
Future generations
To find out more about Ashley and her work click here.
To donate to her gofindme project click here.
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Ep 16 – James O’Callaghan - Following your inner voice

Sun, 10 May 2015 20:23:06 GMT

I had a great conversation with James O'Callaghan, high performance director for the Irish sailing team and four time Olympic coaching veteran. As well as the inside perspective on competitive sailing James also talks about his move to Spain for a year ago with his wife and two small daughters. He has some tips for amateur athletes and when pushed, gives his approach to coaching the Irish economy back to health. I had a great time chatting with James and I think you will enjoy listening.
Here is what we talk about in this episode
Economics graduate to national sailing coach
Psychological training
Physical training
Diet
Training tips
Low carb diet
Defining qualities of a champion
Ocean pollution
Moving to Spain
Economics
Coaching the Irish economy
References
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Ep 15 – Mike Boxhall Part 2 – Getting to the source consciously

Sun, 03 May 2015 19:29:43 GMT

Part 2 of a great conversation I had with craniosacral therapy legend Mike Boxhall. At 85 he still teaches all over the world and has the work schedule of a man half his age. In this wide ranging conversation we talk about everything from the root causes of disease, to epigenetics, to Hillary Clinton. It is such a pleasure to talk with someone who has distilled so much experience into such gentle wisdom. Enjoy.
It was a long conversation so I have split it up into two parts, this is the second part. The first part is here.
Here is what we talk about in this episode
Creating a space
Trust
Solutions Masculine and Feminine
Trainings
Art
The empty chair
To find out more about Mike and his work click here.
To find out more about Open Source Cranio click
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Ep 14 – Conor Walton - The painters way

Sun, 26 Apr 2015 12:11:40 GMT

In this episode I'm talking with award winning Irish artist, Conor Walton. Conor has a distinctive view of the painter as a craftsman and his distain for the notion of art with a capital A, artists, and the art world in general is refreshing. Have a listen to some uniques perspectives from this master painter.
Here are the general areas we talked about in this episode
Why does art exist?
Art college
Sky Arts Portrait artist of the year
Health
Children
Spirituality
To find out more about Conor and his work click here.
Thanks for listening!
If you enjoyed this episode...
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Ep 13 – Mike Boxhall Part 1 - Getting to the source consciously

Sun, 19 Apr 2015 20:19:04 GMT

Part 1 of a great conversation I had with craniosacral therapy legend Mike Boxhall. At 85 he still teaches all over the world and has the work schedule of a man half his age. In this wide ranging conversation we talk about everything from the root causes of disease, to epigenetics, to Hillary Clinton. It is such a pleasure to talk with someone who has distilled so much experience into such gentle wisdom. Enjoy.
It was a long conversation so I have split it up into two parts, this is the first part.
Here is what we talk about in this episode
Longevity
Dementia
Listening
Uruguay story
Trusting the intelligence
Sensation
Non doing
Biodynamic craniosacral therapy
Babies as teachers
Model for disease
The future
To find out more about Mike and his work click here.
To find out more about Open Source Cranio click
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Ep 12 – Joy and the cosmic joke

Tue, 22 Apr 2014 00:13:11 GMT

There is some craic in everything, that’s how the light gets in.
In this episode
Cosmic joke
Distraction
Unhappiness
Craniosacral training
Seriousness of life
Momentum
Death
Sleep
Bedtime
Donnie Darko
Destiny
Worry
Fuck it therapy
Steel Magnolias
Irish recession
Joy
Regrets
Smelling the roses
Paradox
Maya Noise story
Barry Long
Living the cosmic joke
Leonard Cohen
The craic
The rose
Priceless...
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Ep 11 – Best Relationship Tips, like, Ever!

Mon, 10 Mar 2014 13:56:42 GMT

No more relationship experts, please. If you'e sick of -10 tips to solve . . - everything in your life, including your love life, listen to this.
In this episode
10 tips for whatever ails you
No more relationship experts, please
Become an expert on you
Crazy love
John Bowlby
Blank face experiments
Attachment theory
Taking your love for granted
Co-dependancy
Love
Do I want the love or do I want to be right?
Arguments
Commitment
Should I stay or should I go?
The “One”
Soul mates
Sex
Porn
The mystery of love
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Ep 10 – Health Conscious

Wed, 19 Feb 2014 13:08:14 GMT

Exploring the link between consciousness and health.
In this episode
Approaches to health
Health and consciousness
Craniosacral therapy
Open Source Cranio
Why Do We Get Sick? Why Do We Get Better? – Book
Smoking
Body like a car
Doctors
Body as a printout
Symptoms or responses
Cold and Flu season
Faith in science
Smoking studies in the 50's
Dallas Buyers Club
Vaccination
Heart condition medication – Lipator
Witch Doctors
Stress
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Ep 9 – Living the cusp

Tue, 28 Jan 2014 17:59:22 GMT

As old systems fall apart and new approaches emerge, the challenge of living in the cusp is to see through fear.
In this episode
"There's A Constant Terror That My Family Is Going To Starve To Death,"Huffington post article.
Iceland economic reform
The Minimalists
100 Thing challenge
Advertising
Tiny houses
Earth ships
Garbage Warrior
Grand Designs...
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Ep 8 – Paranormal activity

Thu, 16 Jan 2014 15:40:24 GMT

Putting psychic phenomena in context and pointing towards a way of dealing with it.
In this episode
Fairies, Elves, Pixiess, Demons, Goblins, Poltergeists
Dismantling existence
Dreaming
Navigating psychic phenomenon
Craniosacral therapists
The Mystery
Meditation
Having a “Bad” feeling about a place
Not opening the door – not inviting it in
Using the mystery
Thanks for listening!
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review or a rating on ITunes.
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Ep 7 – Success Fail

Tue, 07 Jan 2014 02:59:15 GMT
In this episode
Success
Lottery
Competition
Spectators
Teddy Roosevelt Quote – “It is not the critic who counts;
not the man who points out how the strong man stumbled or where the doer of deeds could have done them better.
The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena,
whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood;
who strives valiantly;
who errs and comes short again and again;
who knows great enthusiasms,
the great devotions;
who spends himself in a worthy cause;
who at the best, knows in the end the triumph of high achievement,
and who, at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly
so that his place shall never be with those timid souls who know...
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Ep 6 – No more gurus . . .

Sun, 15 Dec 2013 18:25:07 GMT
In this episode
Zen monk stories
Living in the moment
“Seeing” the way blockages want to release
Gurus and masters
Craniosacral teaching
Projection
Spiritual oneupmanship
Gurus and celebrity
Being enlightened
Why podcast?
Maya Noise
Barry Long
Catherine Ingram
Minimising projection by having a chat
Krishnamurti
90% Truth / 10% Bullshit
Making a difference
Nelson Mandella
Kindness
The environment
Political correctness
Sacred...
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Ep 5 – Meditation

Tue, 03 Dec 2013 03:12:51 GMT

In this episode
Willpower
Drinking
Smoking
Yoga
Vegan
Meditation
“The Mind”
“The Ego”
Spiritual Journey
Choosing choice
Fasting
Subconscious
Sugar
Point of meditation
Speed of consciousness
Different types of meditation
Craniosacral practice
Mantras
Guided meditation
Stopping thinking
Frustration
Worry
Thanks for listening!
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Ep 4 – Really? Everything happens for a reason?

Tue, 19 Nov 2013 21:05:30 GMT
In this episode
"Everything happens for a reason."
Life after death
Higher self
God
Meaning
Cranio Sacral Therapy
Why Do We Get Sick? Why Do We Get Better?
Ross River Fever
Cancer
Point of life?
Good things happend to bad people
Coming into the moment
Being in the moment
Being in the 10 minutes
Being in the half an hour
Acknowledging the beauty
What you focus on expands?
Fundamental question
Blind spots
Cranio Sacral work
What is everyone working...
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Ep 3 – Websummit and London

Tue, 12 Nov 2013 01:23:36 GMT

In this episode
#Websummit 2013
Elon Musk
Enda Kenny
Tony Hawk
Kevin Rose
Andrea Wade – Brandalism
Charity : Water – Scott Harrison
Ben Hu – Cheezburger
Visionaries
This is happening
Airport security kindness
New Age Movement
Personal Development
Creating your own reality
The Secret
The Silva Method of Mind Control
Craniosacral therapy
Wanting
Banks
Northern Ireland
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Ep 2 – Being enlightened

Sun, 27 Oct 2013 13:28:40 GMT

In this episode,
Hassle
Enlightenment
Being Vegan
Protein police
Celebrity
“Perfect Life”
Being enlightened
Truth
Science
Shared experience
Differences of opinion
Conflict
Interpretation
World peace
Arguments
Different realities
3D reality
2D reality
Senses
Drama
History
Memory
Inner nature
Compassion
Kindness
Gentleness
Thanks for listening!
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Ep 1 – Reality

Sun, 20 Oct 2013 18:23:46 GMT

In this episode I talk about
SADSeasonally Affective Disorder.
The Sphenoid bone.
Cranio Sacral Therapy.
Pituitary Gland.
Belief.
Reincarnation.
Past lives.
Past Future.
Experience.
Now.
Death.
Sleep.
Air travel.
Assumptions.
Reality / Illusion.
Cinema.
Taking life seriously.
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