Explore every episode of the podcast Drawing Inspiration
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| 109: Finding Beauty in Brokenness with Nathan Terborg | 20 Feb 2024 | ||
In this conversation, Nathan Terborg discusses his journey as an artist and the importance of family support. He shares how his children find his work cool and how creating with them is a rewarding experience. Nathan also talks about his use of fire and heat in his art, finding beauty in imperfections, and the value of experimentation. He emphasizes the need to overcome self-censorship and encourages artists to try new materials and techniques. Nathan also discusses the power of video in promoting art and the importance of finding time for creativity. In this conversation, Nathan Terborg shares insights on the importance of divorcing oneself from engaging with other people's opinions, especially imaginary ones. He emphasizes the value of embracing one's own creative space and allowing it to drive the work. Museum of Nature (Urban Sketcher Outing) Chickadee sketch (Etchr Drawing Course) “The Creative Act: A Way of Being” by Rick Rubin “Catching the Big Fish” by David Lynch “The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles” by Steven Pressfield “Just Make Art” podcast Nathan Terborg and Ty Nathan Clark “That Which Remains” show at Another gallery in Denver ===== How to reach Nathan Terborg ===== Website nathanterborg.com Instagram@nathanterborg ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@MikeHendleyArt/ Instagram @Mike_Hendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm You can find my newsletter and support me on Substack Buy Me a Coffee if you like the show or my work Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 108: Golden Visions: Anna Gibbs on Nature and Gold Leaf Artistry | 11 Dec 2023 | ||
Anna Gibbs discusses her journey as an artist, including her upbringing in a creative household, her academic pursuits, and her eventual gravitation towards art. She delves into the balance between her artistic inclinations and her academic interests, leading her to study philosophy, politics, and economics at university while nurturing her passion for art. The conversation also touches on the intersection of philosophy and art in her life, her experience with mental health, and her transition to a career as a full-time artist. Anna's move to New Zealand and her exploration of oil painting are highlighted, along with her approach to digital art. The discussion also addresses the challenges of pursuing art professionally, including the role of social media and the need for validation in the artist's journey. Immanuel Kant (Wikipedia) Golden Archival Mineral Acrylic Varnish (gloss) ===== How to reach Anna Gibbs ===== Website annagibbsart.com Instagram@annagibbsart ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@MikeHendleyArt/ Instagram @Mike_Hendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== You can find my newsletter and support me on Substack Buy Me a Coffee if you like the show or my work Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 99: Artful Balance: Mastering Motherhood & Painting with Sarah Mckendry | 15 May 2023 | ||
Mike has had an exciting year developing outside his comfort zone and is nearing the completion of several works. Sarah Mckendry then joins the podcast to discuss her exciting and inspiring art journey. Sarah is a self-taught, internationally recognized oil painter, art educator, and published author who has dedicated 14 years to her craft. Despite not having conventional art credentials, she has carved her successful path in the art world, inspiring artists and art enthusiasts globally. Her work is featured in international publications and is part of private collections worldwide. Beyond creating art, Sarah imparts her skills to thousands of students, nurturing future artists. As a stay-at-home mom to two boys in Edmonton, Alberta, she balances family and career, working from her home studio. Leave a message about the podcast (DrawingInspiration.fm) Bob Dylan (Wikipedia) Neil Young (Wikipedia) Fort McMurray (Wikipedia) Bitumen (Wikipedia) Okanagan (Wikipedia) Robert Bateman on Drawing Inspiration (#20) Escoda brushes on Sarah’s site Kimberly Brooks on Drawing Inspiration #52 Oil Painting Landscapes Book (Sarah Mckendry) ===== How to reach Sarah Mckendry ===== Web site - sarahmckendry.ca Instagram - @artistsarahmckendry ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Buy Me a Paintbrush if you like the show or my work Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 98: The World of Urban Sketching: Architecture, Art, and Travel with Stephanie Bower | 01 May 2023 | ||
Mike has been busy with the road to 100 episodes but found time to create a cute baby sea turtle painting. Stephanie Bower joins the podcast to talk about her journey into urban sketching. Stephanie reveals the devastating event that led to her first travel sketch experience. Of course, they talk about tools, supplies, and her process. Mike and Stephanie go through her new book, “The World of Urban Sketching,” and she highlights some incredible artists who shared their work. Her homework will keep you in line and bring focus. Bullfrog course at Etchr Studio Tina Hotchkiss Drawing Course and Tina on Drawing Inspiration #86 Drawing Animals in Graphite - Etchr Studio (Fall 2023) Sea turtle painting - Mike Captain Tom - Drawing Inspiration Episode #17 Paul Heaston - Drawing Inspiration #76 Steven Reddy (gas meter) Anna Bucciarelli - Drawing Inspiration Episode #10 Marek Badzynski - Drawing Inspiration Episode #48 Lara Call Gastinger - Drawing Inspiration Episode #74 Art of urban sketching by Gabriel Campanario The World of Urban Sketching: Celebrating the Evolution by Stephanie Bower The Urban Sketching Handbook Understanding Perspective: Easy Techniques for Mastering Perspective Drawing on Location by Stephanie Bower ===== How to reach Stephanie Bower ===== The World of Urban Sketching: Celebrating the Evolution Instagram: @stephanieabower ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Buy Me a Paintbrush if you like the show or my work Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 97: Wild Inspiration: Exploring the World of Animal Art with Kathryn Hansen | 17 Apr 2023 | ||
Mike shares a new course coming in the fall and a little ink work. Renowned colored pencil artist Kathryn Hansen then joins Mike to discuss her career. Kathryn's incredible talent for capturing the spirit and beauty of animals, Kathryn has made a name for herself in the art world. Kathryn takes us on a mesmerizing journey into the world of animals and nature, sharing her artistic process and the stories behind her stunning creations. Her homework won’t have you going very far for a subject. Etchr Class in Textures in Depth Arlo in graphite (Mike) Great Blue Heron in ink (Mike) Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design Pastel Matt by Claire Fontaine Colored Pencil Society of America Stuart Smalley on Saturday Night Live Robert Bateman on Drawing Inspiration Episode #20 Birds in Art - Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum ===== How to reach Kathryn Hansen ===== Facebook - Kathryn Hansen Instagram @kathrynhansenpencildrawings Web - kathrynhansen.com ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Buy Me a Paintbrush if you like the show or my work Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 96: The Unlimited Art of the Limited Palette with Hazel Soan | 03 Apr 2023 | ||
Mike talks about a subject he rarely draws or paints and then practices some urban sketching. Hazel Soan stops by to talk about her new book “Art of the Limited Palette: A Step-By-Step Practical Watercolour Guide.” Hazel shares her start in finding the time and light to create. She shares her passion and knowledge of watercolor, speaking to warm and cool colors, triads, and staining versus granulating colors. Her homework will help you discover something lost or forgotten. Mike’s Drawing Course on Etchr Studio Marek Badzinski on Drawing Inspiration - Episode 48 The Encyclopedia of Landscape Techniques Heisenberg uncertainty principle Art of the Limited Palette book Ultramarine blue history and lapis lazuli Learn to Paint People Quickly book ===== How to reach Hazel Soan ===== Web site - AllSoanUp.com Instagram - hazelsoan ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Buy Me a Paintbrush if you like the show or my work Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 95: Painting Hope and Peace: Dr. Marisa Azad’s Vision for the Future of Art and Medicine | 20 Mar 2023 | ||
Mike launched his first drawing course and brought some blues into his recent pieces. Mike is then joined by Dr. Marisa Azad, who is an infectious diseases orthopedic physician and researcher at the Ottawa Hospital and a gifted fine artist known for her captivating digital oil paintings. From her early beginnings to her inspiring transition to digital art due to asthma, Dr. Azad's work explores the intersection of art, science, and medicine. As the lead researcher of the groundbreaking ARTICU Project, she seeks to bring hope and peace to those facing loss and bereavement. Etchr course “Textures and Depth with Graphite Pencil Drawing” Submit your audio clip for episode 100 Kingfisher (Mike Hendley) Blue poison dart frog (Mike Hendley) Lynx WIP (Mike Hendley) Ottawa Hospital Research Institute (OHRI) ===== How to reach Dr. Marisa Azad ===== Web site - marisaazad.com Instagram - @marisa.azad ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Buy Me a Paintbrush if you like the show or my work Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 94: Painting the Town: Exploring Urban Scenes with Shari Blaukopf | 06 Mar 2023 | ||
Mike talks about a new app helping with his art and how you can be part of upcoming episode 100. Mike is then joined by Shari Blaukopf, a Montreal-based painter, teacher, author, and art blogger. Shari is a renowned watercolor artist best known for her urban scenes. Her unique approach to watercolor painting and sketching has earned her a spot as a correspondent for UrbanSketchers.org, co-founder of Urban Sketchers Montreal, and a signature Canadian Society of Painters member in Watercolour. In this episode, we'll dive into Shari's artistic journey from graphic designer to teacher and urban sketcher. We will explore the techniques she uses to create her stunning pieces, her favorite tools, and what she uses as motivation for urban sketching. Be sure to stick around to the end for the homework, which is a mission I think we should all take on. Nature Journal Educator Workshop Captain Tom Interview on Drawing Inspiration Hannemuhle sketchbook - A4 (portrait and landscape) Rosemary travel brush (round sable) Remington Robinson (Altoid case oil painter) ===== How to reach Shari Blaukopf ===== Instagram - @sharisketcher ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Buy Me a Paintbrush if you like the show or my work Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 93: Textures of the Natural World: An Interview with Artist Melissa Cormier | 20 Feb 2023 | ||
Mike begins 10 YouTube videos in 10 weeks and discusses recent pieces. Artist and fellow Pentel Canada Ambassador Melissa Cormier joins the show to discuss her journey from printmaking to her graphite abstract work inspired by natural textures. They talk about her tools, process, and education. They also talk about travel, movies, and earwigs that can fly. Her homework may have you looking the other way. Mike Hendley Fine Art on YouTube SpeakPipe page on DrawingInspiration.fm Printmaking (Britannica) Algonquin Park Residency Program Deserres (Faber Castell Polychromos) Stonehenge legion hot press paper Kimberly Brooks on Drawing Inspiration Star Trek Wrath of Kahn (eel in the ear) Morning Pages from “The Artist’s Way” by Julia Cameron Video of ducks emerging around Mike’s pond ===== How to reach Melissa Cormier ===== Instagram - @armcstudio Web - https://www.assilemreimroc.com/ TikTok - @armcstudio ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Buy Me a Paintbrush if you like the show or my work Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 92: Becoming an Artpreneur with Artist, Author, and Art Business Coach Miriam Schulman | 06 Feb 2023 | ||
Mike talks about his theme for 2023 and how it will impact all areas of his art. Miriam Schulman then joins the podcast to discuss her journey from Wall Street to creating fantastic art and teaching others how to create a successful art business. They talk about being creative, podcasting, and her new book, Artpreneur, which serves as a handbook for any creative interested in monetizing their business. ===== How to reach Miriam Schulman ===== Website - schulmanart.com Podcast - The Inspiration Place ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Buy Me a Paintbrush if you like the show or my work Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 91: The Art of Storytelling with Jared Cullum: Comics, Writing, Watercolor, and Plein Air Painting | 09 Jan 2023 | ||
Mike reflects on 2022 and highlights some of collaborations in addition to Patron supporters and listeners just like you. Jared Cullum joins the podcast to talk about his journey from graphic design to getting back to basics with drawing and then discovering watercolor. He talks about how his art has evolved based on a love of cartoons to watercolor, gouache and plein air painting. He talks about how some creative processes are like climbing a mountain and how it is best to tend to the part of the garden you can reach. Jared shares his tips and tricks are around the tools he uses day to day. His homework is top secret. Cyril Pedrosa - Portugal James Gurney on the Drawing Inspiration podcast ===== How to reach Jared Cullum ===== Instagram - @jaredcullum Web site - jaredcullum.com ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Buy Me a Paintbrush if you like the show or my work Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 90: Unfolding Creativity: The Art of Lifting with Paper Artist Andrew Wong | 12 Dec 2022 | ||
Mike continues with cats in watercolor and acrylic. Andrew Wong (10past9) joins the podcast to discuss his creative journey from fashion design to paper artist. Andrew talks about how curiosity and persistence led him to a process he now calls lifting. His exploration of digital work and portraiture has allowed him to focus on skills he can use in a process he calls “lifting”. Andrew’s work seeks to highlight and celebrate the beauty of his culture and heritage and others who fill under or misrepresented. Andrew provides two pieces of homework that may help lift your creative abilities. Dontae - @Iamdmuse Vero and Noonlight studio ===== How to reach Andrew Wong ===== Instagram - @10past9 Web site - 10past9.com Twitter - @10past9 ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Buy Me a Paintbrush if you like the show or my work Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Etchr Lab use the code ‘mikeh’ for 10% off Art Toolkit discount code (10% off using code MHDRAWS10 which is valid until December 31, 2022) Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 107: One Bite at a Time: 20 Years of Comics, Illustration, and Design with Ryan Claytor, Cartoonist, and Professor | 20 Nov 2023 | ||
Today, we're joined by the incredibly talented Ryan Claytor, a master in the realms of comics, illustration, and design. With a career spanning over two decades, Ryan brings a unique blend of storytelling and artistic skill to the table. In this episode, we'll dive into his latest endeavor, 'One Bite at a Time,' an extraordinary Kickstarter book that showcases not just his art, but the intricate processes behind it. Get ready to be inspired as we explore the creative journey and insights of Ryan Claytor, an artist who truly brings his visions to life, one bite at a time. Spider-Man PR24 - 45 record Draco story Joe Kubert School of Cartooning Pinball Pete’s Arcade (Michigan) Wayne Neyens (pinball designer) Mr. Dressup Royal Canadian Mint Anna Bucciarelli on Drawing Inspiration ===== How to reach Ryan Claytor ===== Instagram @coinupcarnival Website ElephantEater, OneBiteattimebook.com ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@MikeHendleyArt/ Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== You can find and support me on Substack Buy Me a Coffee if you like the show or my work Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 89: Depicting Canadian Landscapes, Cottage Country, and Streetcars Using Acrylics with Kenneth Kirsch | 28 Nov 2022 | ||
Mike reflects on some recent watercolor pieces and also talks about his new experience with acrylic. Kenneth Kirsch joins Mike to share his journey from being a creative kid to graphic design and now a successful landscape artist. Ken talks about his tools, his process, and the stories along the way, like meeting the Rolling Stones, that have contributed to the artist he is today. His homework may have left you feeling limited, but it will give you more power. Mezozoic Art: Dinosaurs and Ancient Animals in Art Watercolor tiger eye (QoR Watercolors) Mice on greeting cards (1 and 2) CN Tower (wikipedia) Robert Bateman on the Drawing Inspiration podcast Streetcar on Queen Street 1963 Select Art Galleries in Newmarket ===== How to reach Kenneth Kirsch ===== ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Buy Me a Paintbrush if you like the show or my work Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Etchr Lab use the code ‘mikeh’ for 10% off Art Toolkit discount code (10% off using code MHDRAWS10 which is valid until December 31, 2022) Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 88: For the Love of Architecture on Land and at Sea with Pencil Artist Greg DiNapoli | 14 Nov 2022 | ||
Mike talks a little about what’s happening in social media and how to make sure you are seen, heard and protected. Greg DiNapoli joins the podcast to talk about his journey from playing with LEGO building bricks to a fascination with lighthouses and the Titanic that later became the subjects of his work. His ability to render architecture in pencil is incredible in not only being able to capture proportion and scale but also the beauty and age of these wonderful structures. His homework will have you looking up. Mike on Mastodon mikehendley@vis.social World Trade Center (Wikipedia) Canadian Lighthouses (Wikipedia) Brooklyn Bridge (Wikipedia) Brooklyn Bridge drawing timelapse Twin Lights (Wikipedia) Twin Lights (South Tower Drawing) Barnegat Lighthouse (Wikipedia) Titanic (Wikipedia) Minoru Yamasaki - Designer of the twin towers (Wikipedia) Hawksbill turtle (WWF) and Drawing by Greg France Van Stone Interview #57 Thomas Andrew’s Titanic Shipbuilder (Wikipedia) ===== How to reach Greg DiNapoli ===== Instagram @gregdinapoliart Web site https://www.gregdinapoliillustration.com/ ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Buy Me a Paintbrush if you like the show or my work Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Etchr Lab use the code ‘mikeh’ for 10% off Art Toolkit discount code (10% off using code MHDRAWS10 which is valid until December 31, 2022) Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 87: Illustration, Urban Sketching and Kickstarting Your Creative Obsession with Christina Wald | 31 Oct 2022 | ||
Mike begins reflecting on 2022 and looks to 2023. He talks about recent pieces, including a new subject for some digital work. Artist, Illustrator, and writer Christina Wald joins the podcast to discuss her journey from industrial design to working with properties such as Star Wars and Lord of the rings before illustrating over 60 children’s books. Her recent exploration of urban sketching has led her to author her first book, which has led to a Kickstarter. Eagle in ink (Mike IG) Red-eyed tree frog (Mike IG) Bunny (Mike IG) Etchr (code ‘mikeh’ for 10% off your next order) Dancer in Procreate (Mike IG) Send Mike a message via Speakpipe ===== How to reach Christina Wald ===== Instagram - @christinawald_art Web site - christinawald.com Kickstarter for book - My Sketching Obsession ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Buy Me a Paintbrush if you like the show or my work Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Etchr Lab use the code ‘mikeh’ for 10% off Art Toolkit discount code (10% off using code MHDRAWS10 which is valid until December 31, 2022) Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 86: Mixed media, Watercolor and Taking the Road Less Traveled with Tina Hotchkiss | 03 Oct 2022 | ||
Mike talks about Inktober as well as other monthly challenges and shares some of his recent work. Tina Hotchkiss then joins the show to talk about her journey from a child who found creativity to help with her dyslexia to art teacher. She talks about how industrial design led to her current role as artist and teacher from kids to seniors. Her homework will give you the tools to bring you art to a new level. Lisa Congdon interview (episode 22) American Journey paint from Cheap Joe’s Etchr (code ‘mikeh’ for 10% off your next order) Sheila Cain-Sample Artist (sketchbooks) Elements of Art & Principles of Design ===== How to reach Tina Hotchkiss ===== Instagram (@tinasartforms) Web site tinsartforms.com ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Buy Me a Paintbrush if you like the show or my work Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Etchr Lab use the code ‘mikeh’ for 10% off Art Toolkit discount code (10% off using code MHDRAWS10 which is valid until December 31, 2022) Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 85: Exploring Landscapes Around the World with Art ToolKit Founder Maria Coryell-Martin | 19 Sep 2022 | ||
Mike reflects on the Wild Wonder 2022 Nature Journal Conference and some art he has been working on. Mike is then joined by Maria Coryell-Martin to talk about her journey and how her job as an expeditionary artist led her to create her own company, Art Toolkit, supplying tools for nature journalers and urban sketchers worldwide. They talk about her various destinations and how we can use some of those experiences right in our own areas. Perpetual journal (Mushrooms, Buckeye leaves) Quick studies (Wood frog, Pill bug/roly poly isopod, Blue-spotted salamander) Bobcat in graphite (WIP) Juneau Icefield Research Program Art Toolkit discount code (10% off using code MHDRAWS10 which is valid until December 31, 2022) Niaqornat (Greenland) blog post Norway Residency (2022) blog post Thomas Moran (National Park Service) Kristin Laidre - Narwhal scientist Solastagia - Wikipedia Rosemary and Co (Art Toolkit store) Hahnemühle Toned Watercolor Book (Art Toolkit) Blue shop towels (Mike’s Kit site) Pentel water brush (Mike’s Kit site) Captain Tom podcast (Episode 17) ===== How to reach Maria Coryell-Martin ===== Instagram @expeditionaryart and @arttoolkit ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Buy Me a Paintbrush if you like the show or my work Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Etchr Lab use the code ‘mikeh’ for 10% off Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 84: Draw Yourself Calm Using Patterns in Nature with Amy Maricle | 05 Sep 2022 | ||
Mike reflects on the life changes that can impact a creative and shares some of his recent works. Amy Maricle stops by the podcast to talk about her new book, “Draw Yourself Calm” which taps into those patterns all around us in nature. She shares her journey from art therapist to creativity teacher through blog posts, social media posts, videos and courses. Mike and Amy explore slow drawing, paper cutting and her annual “Inchie” challenge. Her homework will keep you on track. Etchr (use code 'mikeh' for 10% off) Frog (watercolor) Rabbit and butterfly (penci) Baby gorilla (colored pencil on black paper) Grapes (watercolor in an Etchr sketchbook) Snow leopard (watercolor on black Legion paper) Andrew Wong (@10past9) on Instagram Accordion collaboration project with Kate Sherwood Gathering Moss by Robin Wall Kilmmerer ===== How to reach Amy Maricle ===== Website - MindfulArtStudio.com Instagram - @amymaricle ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Buy Me a Paintbrush if you like the show or my work Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Etchr Lab use the code ‘mikeh’ for 10% off Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 83: Being Curious, Social Media, and the Joy of Watercolors and Acrylics with Alyssa Doggett | 08 Aug 2022 | ||
Mike talks about a few art updates and announces some YouTube videos are coming soon. Mike is then joined by Alyssa Doggett to talk about her creative journey. As an early career artist, Alyssa has found her creative path lined with watercolor, gouache and acrylic. She has leveraged social media to share her artwork which highlights the beauty of Nova Scotia and its surroundings. Argyle Fine Art in Halifax ===== How to reach Alyssa Doggett ===== Instagram - @watercolorsmakemesmile TikTok - @watercolorsmakemesmile Website - http://www.watercolorsmakemesmile.ca/ ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Buy Me a Paintbrush if you like the show or my work Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Etchr Lab use the code ‘mikeh’ for 10% off Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 82: From Murals to Miniatures, Supporting Conservation Through Art with Zoe Fitchet | 25 Jul 2022 | ||
Mike announces the winner of the Etchr sketchbook giveaway. Mike also has some conference tickets to share. Zoe Fitchet joins the podcast to talk about her journey from being the arty one to designer and then pursuing her dream. She talks about her early works and then they explore her love of animals and how her artwork is supporting conversation worldwide. From miniature drawings in colored pencil to larger acrylic pieces, Zoe is exploring it all. Her homework will challenge you in a couple of ways. Etchr (use the code ‘mikeh’ for 10% off your purchase) Wild Wonder Nature Journaling Giveway (Google form) Wild Wonder Nature Journaling Conference 2022 Jessica Lennox (IG) Daniel Fisher (IG) Faber-Castell Polychromos Pencils Fabriano Artistico hot press paper Miniatures (IG) Cape Buffalo (IG) Game and Wildlife Conservation Trust ===== How to reach Zoe Fitchet ===== Website - ZoeFitchet.co.uk Instagram - @zoefitchetart ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Buy Me a Paintbrush if you like the show or my work Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Share the podcast with friends and family Etchr Lab use the code ‘mikeh’ for 10% off Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 81: The Practice and Journey of Art with Artist and Science Illustrator Mesa Schumacher | 11 Jul 2022 | ||
Mike announces a new partnership with Etchr and talks about the upcoming Wild Wonder Nature Journaling Conference. Mike is then joined by Mesa Schumacher who talks about her career in medical and science illustration. Mike and Mesa discuss her educational background and her ability to find success in creating stunning representations of the natural and biological world. She not only shares her tools and experience but she also provides advice for the artist interested in starting their own business or bringing it to the next level. She also speaks to the power of the iPad providing the opportunity to create while managing a young family. Her homework may involve something about sea cucumbers :-) Etchr Lab use the code ‘mikeh’ for 10% off Wild Wonder Nature Journaling Conference Chavín de Huántar in Peru Guild of Natural Science Illustrators (GNSI) Johns Hopkins Medical Illustration Graduate Program August University Medical Illustration University of Illinois Chicago Rochester Institute of Technology Fernando Baptista Graphic Editor (National Geographic) Stephen Sondheim - “Look I made a Hat” Micron (Sakura) ===== How to reach Mesa Schumacher ===== Website - mesaschumacher.com Twitter - @mesabree Instagram - @mesabree ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Buy Me a Paintbrush if you like the show or my work Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Share the podcast with friends and family Etchr Lab use the code ‘mikeh’ for 10% off Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 80: Finding Your Brand and Creative Success Through Twitch, YouTube and Hard Work with Cassy Draws | 13 Jun 2022 | ||
Mike creates some more watercolor on black paper. He then shares his plan for a solo art retreat. Cassy Draws joins the podcast to share her creative journey from being an early creative to graphic design, Twitch streamer and fine art. She talks about her recent experiences and videos around acrylic painting by sharing her process, tools and her approach to new pieces. Mike and Cassy explore the business side of being an artist as well as managing social media and spam commission requests. Her homework will certainly keep you moving, Lisa Lachri (YT about colored pencils) Legion Paper (black) Mijello Fredi Weber Peel Palettes Robert Bateman Podcast Episode ===== How to reach Cassy Draws ===== Web site - CassyDraws.com Twitter - @cassydraws Twitch - @cassydraws YouTube - @cassydraws Instagram - @cassydraws.art ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Buy Me a Paintbrush if you like the show or my work Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 106: Drawn Together, Natural Pigments and the Many Faces of Dylan Sara | 04 Nov 2023 | ||
In this episode of Drawing Inspiration, I sit down with the talented Dylan Sara, whose passion for portraiture breathes new life into the art form. We delve into his artistic roots, tracing back to childhood drawings at the kitchen table, and follow his journey through the challenges of architecture school to his inspiring travels in Europe. Dylan's dedication to his craft is evident as we discuss his return to art, focusing on the human face's intricate beauty and the stories each portrait tells. Join us as we uncover the depth and dedication behind Dylan's portraiture and his unique approach to combining traditional techniques with modern technology. Subscribe to Mike’s Newsletter Mike’s YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@MikeHendleyArt/ Under Milk Wood by Dylan Thomas Rebecca Gay - Illustration Master Class The Organic Artist (book) Make Ink: A Forager’s Guide to Natural Inkmaking (book) Youtube (Drawn Together is co-hosted with Shannon Hagen @djparrotscarrots) The Creative Act - Rick Rubin #difmpodcast and #drawingwithdylan ===== How to reach Dylan Sara ===== ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@MikeHendleyArt/ Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== You can find and support me on Substack Buy Me a Coffee if you like the show or my work Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 79: Using Art to Build Awareness, with Artist and Bird-Nerd Hannah Shand | 30 May 2022 | ||
Mike reflects on a small flood as well as some recent artwork. Hannah Shand then joins the podcast to talk about her journey from fashion design to a becoming successful artist with a focus on rendering birds in ink. Mike and Hannah explore her art, inspiration, tools, and also talk about photography. Hannah drops some golden nuggets of advice for all creatives and she provides two homework exercises. Feeding bitterns (YouTube) Staedtler Pigment liners (0.05) Staedtler Mars Lumograph 2B pencils Fabriano Artistico hot press extra white Bird in a flower (hiding feet :-) ) Huia (extinct) Wikipedia Huia video link found on this page Charcoal work (on IG) ===== How to reach Hannah Shand ===== Instagram - @hannahshandart ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Buy Me a Paintbrush if you like the show or my work Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 78: Creating Art Outdoors: Urban Sketching and Plein Air Painting | 18 May 2022 | ||
Mike Hendley shares a sketchbook tour on Instagram and talks about some of his entries in his perpetual journal. Mike visits a local tulip festival to create some sketchbook entries outside. Inspired by the outdoor experience, Mike does an overview of his current plein air/urban sketching set-up. He covers everything from where to sit, what tools work and how to set up the best creative experience outdoors. Easels, sketchbooks, paints and brushes and so much more are covered in this episode. Sketchbook tour IG reel (part 1, part 2) Christel (@artsbychristel on IG) Umbrella (on Amazon) James Gurney on Drawing Inspiration France van Stone on Drawing Inspiration ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Buy Me a Paintbrush if you like the show or my work Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 77: Google Doodles, Route 66 and the Animated Sketchbook Journey with Matthew Cruickshank | 02 May 2022 | ||
Mike has a productive couple of weeks and is set to appear as a guest on another podcast. Google Art Director Matthew Cruickshank joins the podcast to talk about his latest Google Doodle exploring Route 66. Matthew talks about his early days with Warner Brothers and Disney and how his sketchbook brought him to Google. ===== Interview Notes ===== Ye Crooked Leg (Matthew’s blog) Submit your own ideas via the Google Doodle page Stephen Hawking birthday Doodle Gabriel Garcia Marquez (100 years of solitude) ===== How to reach Matthew Cruickshank ===== Twitter (@MatthewCruicks4) YouTube “Smiles per Gallon” ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 76: A Journey from Fine Art to Urban Sketching with Paul Heaston | 18 Apr 2022 | ||
Mike continues with his entries in his perpetual journal and some other studies with ink and watercolor. Mike also creates an alternative for those interested in supporting him and the podcast. Paul Heaston sits down with Mike to talk about his journey from drawing whales to his MFA and now urban sketching. He talks about his teachers' powerful influence on his creative journey and how he sought creative inspiration from his interests. Paul talks about his tools, approach, and experimentation driven by curiosity. His homework will offer you a different view of the world. Buymeacoffee (Buy Me a Brush :-) ) Live draw (spider - coloured pencil on black paper) Owl (coloured pencil) Perpetual journal (common hooded merganser, painted turtle) Milkweed, lily of valley, blue jay feather ===== Interview Notes ===== Alice Neel (artist) Chuck Close (artist) Philip Pearlstein (artist) Ed Ruscha and “Every Building on the Sunset Strip”, 1966 Urban Sketchers (Instagram, Web) Everyday Matters (Danny Gregory) Creative Talent Network - VizDev show Hero M86 Fude Pen (The Pen Addict Review) Stillman & Birn - Epsilon Series Urban Sketching Summer Retreat - Madeline Island school of the Arts ===== How to reach Paul Heaston ===== Instagram (@paulheaston) Twitter (@paulheaston) TikTok (@paulheaston) ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 75: Breathing Life into the Pages of Vintage Books with Craig Williams | 04 Apr 2022 | ||
Mike talks about his recent perpetual journal entries, an Instagram reel, and celebrates some friends who have reached 100 episodes of their podcast. Mike also talks about his live draws, being kind to yourself, and using social media for your own needs. Mike is then joined by Craig Williams. Craig has an interesting story from a science degree to illustrating some interesting animals in his home in Tasmania. His use of graphite is incredible, and his journey to acrylic has produced some incredible bird illustrations on the pages of vintage books. Live draw/paint (dragonfly) Mike Hendley Fine Art on YouTube Perpetual journal entries (daffodil, rose hips) Astacopsis gouldi (giant fresh water crayfish) Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery Guild of Natural Science Illustrators “Talent is Overrated” by Geoff Colvin ===== How to reach Craig Williams ===== Instagram @cswilliamsart Website cswilliamsart.com ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 74: Botanical Art and The Perpetual Journal with Lara Call Gastinger | 21 Mar 2022 | ||
Mike reflects on some recent live draws, discusses reference photos, and is ready for acrylics. Mike is then joined by Lara Call Gastinger to talk about her journey from nature to science and art. She talks about her award-winning botanical work as well as her interactions with her followers via Patreon and live draw events. She covers her process and speaks to some of her recent work. She also talks about how she developed The Perpetual Journal and why everyone should try it. Her homework will leave you wanting more. YouTube (Mike Hendley Fine Art) Patreon (Lara Call Gastinger) Lara Call Gastinger Pandemic Print ===== How to reach Lara Call Gastinger ===== Instagram @laragastinger Website laracallgastinger.com ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 73: Pencils, Polygons and Sculpting in 3D with Glen Southern | 07 Mar 2022 | ||
Mike continues his live draw sessions on Instagram and talks about how to become a guest. Mike is then joined by Glen Southern who has been working in 3D modeling for over 20 years. He shares his journey and then they dive deep into the hardware and software that allows for the magic to happen. They cover desktop apps but spend much more time on the iPad as a creative tool. They also touch on 3D printing. Glen’s homework may leave your favourite character exposed. Eastern Bluebird - Mike Raccoon - Mike ===== How to reach Glen Southern ===== SouthernGFX on the web SouthernGFX on Twitter SouthernGFX on Instagram SouthernGFX on YouTube SouthernGFX courses web site ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 72: Unleashing the Artist with Astronaut Dr. Sian Proctor | 21 Feb 2022 | ||
Mike creates a 3D render of his art for a visually impaired friend and continues his live draws. Mike is then joined by artist, poet, and astronaut Dr. Sian Proctor to talk about her creative journey. They explore her early interest in science and nature and how her career in science led her to unleash the artist and poet within. Dr. Proctor shares her experience as an artist and poet in space and also talks about her new book. Her homework involves the exploration of the concept of JEDI. \ Inspiration4 supporting St. Jude “Space2Inspire: The Art of Inspiration” (Amazon) Richard Garriott (Explorer’s Club) Netflix series “Countdown: Inspiration4 Mission to Space” YouTube video of painting in orbit ===== How to reach Dr. Sian Proctor ===== Instagram - @DrSianProctor Twitter - @drsianproctor Web - DrSianProctor.com Space2Inspire - myspace2inspire.com (shop) “Space2Inspire: The Art of Inspiration” (Amazon) ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 71: Channeling the Old Masters in the Land of Enchantment with Eric Romero | 07 Feb 2022 | ||
Mike talks about his new role as an Artist Ambassador for Pentel Canada. He also talks about his recent works using a mix of different media including 3D printing. Mike is then joined by self-taught artist Eric Romero whose representational style embraces work that reflects the influences from New Mexico, the Land of Enchantment. His influences from the old masters are evident in his work. They talk about his journey in becoming a self-taught artist, working with grants as well as pricing your art. The homework will elevate your creativity. Pentel Canada Artist Ambassadors Black Stonehenge watercolor paper Thingiverse (3D Printing Plans) Sandro Botticelli’s - The Birth of Venus ”Mestizaje” by Eric Romero ”Belemente Dolorosa” by Eric Romero Eric Romero’s Digital Afterlife NFTs on OpenSea “Imperfect Perfection” by Eric Romero “Art Imitating Art” by Eric Romero Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation Retablo by Eric Romero ===== How to reach Eric Romero ===== Instagram - @ericromeroart Web - ericromeroart.com TikTok - @ericromeroart Lapis Room Gallery - Lapis Room ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 70: Escaping Expectations with Vibrant Colors and Canvases of Dreams with Shima Star | 10 Jan 2022 | ||
Mike plays with colored pencils on black toned paper and revisits graphite with a wonderful photogenic gecko. Mike is then joined by Shima Star who is an amazing artist he met through Clubhouse. They talk about her journey from exploring creativity in secret to creating and then following her own path. Shima talks about her inspiration for her work and mediums. She also speaks to building a large community on Clubhouse and how to foster acceptance as well as empowering and celebrating women and people of color. Her homework will provide you with a vision. Mushroom solo (Coloured pencil on Strathmore black 400 series) Mushroom with webs (Coloured pencil on Strathmore black 400 series) Gecko (Graphite on Strathmore Bristol Smooth) Cole (@Tropicol on Instagram) David Hockney Polaroid collage of grandmother Art Club on Clubhouse ===== How to reach Shima Star ===== Instagram (@shimastar) Web site https://www.shimastar.com/ ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 105: Capturing Light and Life: The Watercolour World of Shelley Prior | 25 Sep 2023 | ||
Mike reflects on his class from Wild Wonder Conference 2023 and upcoming changes. Shelley Prior joins the podcast to talk about her love affair with watercolour. It has led her to develop a highly realistic style, capturing everything from birds and wildlife to portraits, still life, and breathtaking landscapes. But that's not all; she is also an active instructor who's been imparting her knowledge in workshops in Canada and occasionally in the U.S.. What stands out when you look at Shelley's work is the play of light. She believes that light is the 'life of the painting,' a philosophy that shines through every piece she creates. Shelley's work perfectly exemplifies how meticulous planning, quality materials, and an endless love for experimentation can lead to stunning artistry. Subscribe to Mike’s Newsletter Jono Dry wetting paper (YouTube) ===== How to reach Shelley Prior ===== Website shelleypriorart.com @shelleypriorfineart on Instagram ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Buy Me a Paintbrush if you like the show or my work Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 69: Building Your Creative Brand with Cole LaBounty McNair | 27 Dec 2021 | ||
Mike reflects on 2021 and the success of the podcast. He also touches on some recent watercolor and colored pencil pieces. Cole LaBounty McNair then joins the podcast to talk about his journey in art from a young age to where he is now. They talk about education, skill, inspiration, and building your brand. Cole shares some insights around his success and his approach to running a creative business. Cole’s homework will give you pause. The Cooper Union (New York) Maryland Institute College of Art Hahnemuhle William Turner printer paper Da Vinci app (iOS) The Last Vermeer (movie) Sylvie Mahdalova (artist) Hannah Shand (artist) ===== How to reach Cole LaBounty McNair ===== Instagram (@clm.artistry) Web site https://www.clmwildlifeart.com/ Tiktok @clmartistry ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 68: Taming Inner Demons with Pencils and Magic with Marta Witkiewicz | 13 Dec 2021 | ||
Mike talks about a recent course, some new pieces in his online store as well as revealing his 2022 theme. Mike is then joined by Marta Witkiewicz who talks about her journey from the forests and meadows to Poland to a world of magic and fantasy. Marta talks about her demons and how art has provided her with a safe harbor. She shares her technical skills, her love of writing, and her thoughts about social media. Her homework will leave you wondering, why? Eating Disorders (WebMD) Academy of Realist Art in Toronto Arantzazu Martinez (Atelier in Madrid) ===== How to reach Marta Witkiewicz ===== Instagram https://www.instagram.com/martawit_art/ Web https://martawitkiewicz.com/ ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 67: For the Love of Watercolor and Observation with Ian de Hoog | 29 Nov 2021 | ||
Mike talks about a change to Patreon, some new artwork, and setting your theme for 2022. Mike is then joined by artist and educator Ian de Hoog who shares his creative journey that involves music and art. Ian goes into detail about his tools and his approach to creating. They explore his recent works and talk about his current course on watercolor. Ian also shares homework that will provide you with an easy opportunity for improvement into 2022. Hahnemühle William Turner Inkjet Paper Etchr course (Introduction to Watercolour for Animals) Working with a Split Primary Palette (Daniel Smith) Neutral tint (payne’s grey) Paperlike (iPad screen protector) ===== How to reach Ian de Hoog ===== Instagram (@iandehoogart) Web (iandehoog.com) Etchr video - Definition, Control and Consistency with Watercolours ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 66: Rediscovering Creative Identity Through Fine Art with Stephanie Darlene Greenwald | 15 Nov 2021 | ||
Mike brings some snow and talks about Nomad Sculpt for iPadOS. Stephanie Darlene Greenwald joins the podcast to talk about how she recently rediscovered her art again after spending two decades as a graphic designer. She shares her expertise as an artist/illustrator as well as a businesswoman and a single parent. She talks about how she creates, what inspires her and some things she has learned along the way. The homework is something we can all identify with so have fun! :-) Drawing Inspiration Playlist on Spotify The 100 day project (#the100dayproject) The Create! Podcast by Ekaterina Popova ===== How to reach Stephanie Darlene ===== Instagram (@stephaniedarlene.art) Web (stephaniedarlene.com) Facebook (@stephaniedarlene.art) ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 65: Character Design, Caricature, and Embracing a Creative Mindset with Stephen Silver | 01 Nov 2021 | ||
Mike talks about his recent mushroom ink piece and shares a view into his pencil case. Mike is then joined by Stephen Silver to talk about the creative journey that has allowed him to work at Disney, Nickelodeon, and many others. Stephen shares what inspires him and how he arrived at the point of being an artist as well as a teacher. He talks about what he has learned as a teacher and he shares what we can learn from having a positive creative mindset. Cintiq (by Wacom) Gorilla Marketing (book) Graphic Artists Guild Handbook: Pricing & Ethical Guidelines (book) ===== How to reach Stephen Silver ===== Instagram (@stephensilver7) ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 64: Reflections, Creating with Mushroom Ink, and Social Media | 19 Oct 2021 | ||
Mike takes an episode to reflect on being a creative over the last couple of months. He explores some of the challenges we experience and considers how to build a recipe for recovery for your creative practice. He then answers questions about creating mushroom ink and then painting with it and ends with what a short shutdown of Facebook and Instagram means for creatives. WIP of mushroom on forest floor ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 63: Exploring Curiosity and Nature Journaling with Bethan Burton | 04 Oct 2021 | ||
Mike talks about a very special crossover episode of this podcast. He also talks about Inktober and an NFT drop. Bethan Burton, artist and host of the “Journaling with Nature” joins the show to talk about capturing and documenting the world around us. She talks about fine-tuning your senses and using intentional curiosity to find the hidden secrets at our feet. She shares her experiences in empowering kids and adults. She also talks about the annual event that was the reason she started the podcast. Digital Emergence on Opensea.io Mike on Journaling with Nature (Episode 58) ===== How to reach Bethan Burton ===== Instagram (@JournalingwithNature) Web (JournalingwithNature) ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 62: Scientific Illustration, Flying Trilobites and Social Media with Glendon Mellow | 20 Sep 2021 | ||
Mike talks about some recent work, podcast starter packs, and Inktober plans. Artist and writer Glendon Mellow joins the podcast to talk about scientific illustration also know as #sciart. He talks about his journey from a fine art degree, to retail and then writing for Scientific American. Mike and Glendon talk about the tools of the trade and how being a dad impacts your art. They also talk about finding your ambassador piece. Glendon then provides some helpful information on how to navigate social media as an artist and the importance of online allies. Tardigrade sketches (web) Wood duck (web) Drawing Inspiration Discord Server Drawing Inspiration Starter Packs (web) Carl Zimmer (web) Ed Yong (web) Riley Black (web) David Orr (web) John Hawks (Twitter) Emily Willingham (web) Invivo (web) Symbiartic (web) Carla Patriquin (Twitter) Trilobite (Wikipedia) Flying Trilobite (web) Tardigrade (Wikipedia) Carl Buell (web) Mikes short video about tardigrades (YouTube) ArtRage Vitae (web) Procreate (web) Fabriano (web) Michael Whelan (web) Royal Ontario Museum - ROM (web) Mark Witton (web) Brian Engh (YouTube) Crash McCreery (IMDB) Liz Butler (Twitter) Eric Orchard (Wikipedia) Facebook Now Holding Your Audience for Ransom - Katie McKissick Emily damstra (web) Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain ===== How to reach Glendon Mellow ===== Twitter (@FlyingTrilobite) Web site (glendonmellow.com) Instagram (@flyingtrilobite) ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 61: Connections, Embracing Challenges, and Enjoying the Present with Gayle Kabaker | 06 Sep 2021 | ||
Mike completes another page in his nature journal, visits a local historic site and talks about prompts like #sciartseptember and Inktober. Artist and teacher Gayle Kabaker joins the podcast to talk about her creative journey from fashion illustrator to portraiture and cover design. She recently complete her seventh cover for The New Yorker Magazine. She has also done work with Vital Voices including a book with 100 of her portraits. Liz Butler and Glendon Mellow for #SciArtSeptember Instagram (@GayleKabaker) “Blown Covers” by Françoise Mouly Jennifer Orkin Lewis (@augustwren) “100 Days of Drawing” by Jennifer Orkin Lewis Sketching my way through crisis - Washington Post Article Strathmore Mixed Media Soft Cover ===== How to reach Gayle Kabaker ===== Instagram (@GayleKabaker) Web site (gkabaker.com) ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 60: Connecting with Friends and Finding a New Creative Path with Artist Alvin Chong | 23 Aug 2021 | ||
Mike prepares some starter packs for those interested in a list of curated episodes around certain topics. He also shares a strategy in how to share your work. Alvin Chong joins the podcast to talk about his beginnings and his journey from creativity and back again. Alvin talks about his art, his tattoo business, and how the lockdown opened up new possibilities for him online. The Art of Alvin: A Collection of Sketches Etchr course - August 28, 2021 Episode 52: Color Versus Line and Demystifying Oil Painting with Kimberly Brooks ===== How to reach Alvin Chong ===== Instagram (@artofalvin) ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Want to Support the Podcast ??? ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 104: Watercolors Meet Wanderlust on Alena Gastaldi’s Artistic Pilgrimage | 12 Sep 2023 | ||
Mike returns to the podcast after some time away, prepping for his presentation at Wild Wonder Conference 2023 and his new Etchr Drawing Course. Alena Gastaldi joins the podcast to discuss her journey from architecture in Russia to drawing and urban sketching worldwide. Her homework is something that will most certainly challenge you. Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy Foundation Series (Isaac Asimov) Koval Sketchbooks (pro series) Making Color Sing (Jeanne Cobie) ===== How to reach Alena Gastaldi ===== @alenagastaldi on Instagram ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Support the Podcast ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Buy Me a Paintbrush if you like the show or my work Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 59: Turning a Passion into a Tool for Change with Wildlife Artist Sophie Green | 09 Aug 2021 | ||
Mike gets a little too close to a possessed 1936 Dodge and draws some more insects. Wildlife artist Sophie Green joins the podcast to talk about her creative journey from teacher to an accomplished and successful artist. Sophie talks about her recent pieces from elephants, to bisons, penguins and whale sharks. Sophie donates a percentage of her income to various charities around the world focused protecting animals and their environments. They also discuss the role social media has for an artist. Donna Stewart on Instagram Louise (1936 Dodge) ’Hannibal’ (elephant) ’Resurgam’ (whale shark) ’Revival’ (Bison) David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation David Shepherd Wildlife Artist of the Year 2021 ===== How to reach Sophie Green ===== Instagram (@sophiegreenfineart) Twitter (@sophiegreenart) ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Want to Support the Podcast ??? ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 58: Discovering Something Special with Nature Journaling | 27 Jul 2021 | ||
Mike has had some recent success in exploring nature journaling. He shares his tools, techniques, and some tips along the way. He also talks about some of his recent nature illustration pieces. Jo Brown (@bernoid on Twitter, @taojb on Instagram) - Episodes 13 and Episode 40 Etchr Sketchbook (cold and hot press) ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Want to Support the Podcast ??? ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 57: Cars, Coconuts, and Letting Go of Perfection with France Van Stone | 12 Jul 2021 | ||
Mike continues his work with watercolor by painting a tractor and some bees and then he draws some rocks. France Van Stone then joins the podcast to share her creative journey. France has been able to carry her passion for art through her life while working full-time as a French teacher. She talks about the influence of living near a large car manufacturer in France when she was younger and the lovely accidents along the way that shape our art. They explore the tools, materials, and approaches she has used to develop her work. They also talk about the impact of social media on creating and sharing and services like Micro.blog and owning your own content. Danny Gregory (book “Creative License”) Sketch! (Book) ===== How to reach France van Stone ===== Instagram (@wagonized) Sketch! (Book) ===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Want to Support the Podcast ??? ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||
| 56: Birds, Bunnies, and Cars, Oh My! It’s Time for Creative Check-in | 29 Jun 2021 | ||
Mike reflects on the last few interviews and the year to date. He talks about his recent foray into watercolor with more detail around some recent pieces as well as his toolkit. It’s also time for a creative check-in to consider what is important and whether you are on the right track. He also talks about finding art time within the nooks and crannies of life and also some interesting homework using your phone.
===== How to reach Mike Hendley ===== Instagram @Mike_Hendley Twitter @MikeHendley Show notes at DrawingInspiration.fm ===== Want to Support the Podcast ??? ===== Support "Drawing Connections" on Substack Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts Share the podcast with friends and family Podcast theme music is “Acid Jazz” By Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 | |||