Explore every episode of the podcast Learn to Paint Podcast
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| Ep.99 with Susan Greenstein | 27 Aug 2024 | 00:50:15 | |
Welcome to the conversation with Susan Greenstein! Feature Conversation In the feature conversation, you’ll learn which materials are worth the splurge and how it will make a difference in your learning speed, why you may not want to do a whole drawing before you get painting, plus you'll walk away with just a ton of great questions to ask yourself when you're starting a painting or looking at others work. Extended Cut Bonus [Art Club] In the Extended Cut Bonus we talk dealing with frustration and how to set up the most important parts of your painting so they stay the most important parts. WEBSITE / WORKSHOPS / INSTAGRAM / FACEBOOK --- | |||
| Ep.98 with Debra Huse | 23 Jul 2024 | 00:50:13 | |
Welcome to the conversation with Debra Huse! In the conversation, you’ll learn how you can build unique strategies around different subjects to make your paintings stronger, the role of confidence in getting better and the secret to choosing the right brush. This seriously might solve 50% of your brush problems. Extended Cut Bonus (Art Club) In the Extended Cut Bonus, you’ll discover how to manage your palette so that you can create neutrals while also keeping your brights bright plus how to think about light so you can create your strongest work. Bonus Guide: 7 Steps to Plein Air Success. Plus check out her other free guides and classes here. (Add the guide to cart. You’ll go through the checkout process but you don’t need to put in a credit card. You’ll get emailed a link to download the pdf good for 24 hours.) Learn more about Huse here: WEBSITE / INSTAGRAM / WORKSHOPS --- | |||
| Daily Sketching with Shari Blaukopf (Ep.52 Replay) | 12 Dec 2023 | 00:47:43 | |
Welcome to my interview with artist Shari Blaukopf. In the conversation, you’ll learn which materials you’ll need to get started in urban sketching, ideas for places to draw, and ideas for overcoming that sketchbook stage fright. Plus a whole lot more. Extended Cut Bonus Your bonus episode is jam packed with a great color discussion plus you’ll discover what makes a good value pattern and what to do if you live in an area of the world or are in a season where there IS no strong light. Listen here. [Podcast Art Club.] MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: In the episode, I mention Blaukopf does a great job on her website sharing her materials. You can find that here. Learn more about Shari Blaukopf here: WEBSITE / WORKSHOPS / ONLINE COURSES / INSTAGRAM / FACEBOOK --- | |||
| Episode 14: Lisa Daria Kennedy | 08 Jun 2020 | 00:45:26 | |
Today we’re talking with artist Lisa Daria Kennedy. Kennedy works many different ways across several media but today we’re focusing on her daily painting work. --- | |||
| Episode 13: Kim Smith | 27 Apr 2020 | 00:46:00 | |
This week I’m talking with artist, Kim Smith. Smith paints in oil and she explains how she created an art practice that fit into her life, she’ll give you ideas on how to use warms and cools to create dynamic shadows and discusses the value of sometimes not sharing your work. Plus a whole lot more. --- | |||
| Episode 12: Andy Evansen | 13 Apr 2020 | 00:51:56 | |
I talk with watercolorist Andy Evansen. You'll discover how to use value studies to problem solve your paintings before you begin. You'll learn the importance of big shapes and get advice on good composition. Plus Evansen breaks down how to distinguish morning light from evening light. Plus a whole lot more. --- | |||
| Episode 11: Mark Eanes | 23 Mar 2020 | 00:46:44 | |
I’m talking with artist and professor Mark Eanes. And we’re hitting a few subjects but MOSTLY we are focusing in on color. Eanes will explain the basics of color, the various characteristics of color and color relationships...and why it all matters. Eanes gives a ton of great examples of exercises he has his students do. You are going to have so many ideas for practicing color after this conversation. --- | |||
| Episode 10: Betty Franks Krause | 09 Mar 2020 | 00:47:33 | |
This week I’m talking with acrylic artist Betty Franks Krause. Krause explains how she creates and keeps those wonderful colors. She talks painting large, and discusses why sometimes it’s important to put your head down and stay focused on your own work especially when it comes to learning to paint. --- | |||
| Episode 9: Stan Kurth | 24 Feb 2020 | 00:44:17 | |
This week mixed media artist Stan Kurth talks about how he creates and uses those beautiful neutrals. He explains the importance of choosing a direction and sticking with it, and discusses how he decides when a painting is finished. --- | |||
| Episode 8: Carrie Waller, Part B | 10 Feb 2020 | 00:29:19 | |
Today is the second half of my conversation with watercolorist Carrie Waller. If you haven’t heard Part A, I would recommend starting there as we get into Waller’s process and outlook and a whole bunch of other great stuff that lays the groundwork today’s part B. In today’s episode, we get into the technical. Waller paints beautiful glass and she talks about the pitfalls she sees her students (and herself) running into with glass. You’ll also learn about the importance of artist friends and some tips on creating stronger compositions in your own work. she approaches painting glass. What she needs from her light. you do listen to it first. It lays the groundwork for some of what we discuss in today’s episode. Plus it’s always useful to understand an artists’ process when hearing why they work that way. --- | |||
| Episode 8: Carrie Waller, Part A | 26 Jan 2020 | 00:42:04 | |
For the next two episodes, I’m talking with watercolorist Carrie Waller. --- | |||
| Episode 7: Joan Fullerton | 13 Jan 2020 | 00:58:13 | |
In this episode, Fullerton discusses how she learned to distinguish the voice inside of her, how she teaches materials in her workshops and why learning to critique your own work- the right way- is so important as a painter. Plus a whole lot more. --- | |||
| Hello Season 2! | 06 Jan 2020 | 00:01:23 | |
What's season two of the Learn to Paint Podcast look like? What guests will I be speaking to? How often will it come out? | |||
| Daily Painting with Lisa Daria Kennedy (Ep.14 Replay) | 05 Dec 2023 | 00:45:46 | |
Today we’re talking with artist Lisa Daria Kennedy. --- | |||
| Bonus Episode: What is the Difference Between Media? | 23 Dec 2019 | 00:06:12 | |
Season Two begins early 2020. In the meantime, let's explore some art 101 ideas. Oil? Watercolor? Acrylic? Today we'll explore the difference between three of the most popular media. How are they different and why does it matter? New interviews start soon so head to learntopaintpodcast.com/subscribe to add your name to the newsletter. You'll be first in line when the new episodes arrive. Happy painting! | |||
| Episode 6: Anne Abgott | 07 Dec 2019 | 00:46:02 | |
This week we talk with watercolorist Anne Abgott. In this episode, you’ll learn how Abgott keeps shadows, backgrounds and even neutrals, dynamic. She tells you exactly the colors she uses (and where she's made swaps to get better transparency) and you’ll hear tips on how to create great color combos for your work. --- | |||
| Episode 5: Mark Mehaffey | 24 Nov 2019 | 00:45:32 | |
This week we talk with Mark Mehaffey. Mehaffey paints across media and subject including watercolor, acrylic and mixed media, landscape and non-objective. We are focusing in on his plein air work in the interview but a lot of what we talk about can work for any subject realistic or non objective. --- | |||
| Episode 4: Peggi Habets | 11 Nov 2019 | 00:45:43 | |
In this episode Peggi Habets talks about how her process, which includes thoughtful planning, allows her to be bold. She discusses the challenges she sees her students facing and gives practical advice for how to take good reference photos for portraits. Head to LearnToPaintPodcast.com/episode4 to get a pdf of the colors Habets uses and links to the vocab. --- | |||
| Episode 3: Jane Davies | 28 Oct 2019 | 00:46:39 | |
In this week's epsidoe with Jane Davies we focus on the way artists approach their work. How you approach it when you’re just starting out. When you're feeling uninspired. When you having trouble finishing a painting. Discover a bunch of great ideas for how to keep yourself fully involved in your own painting practice. --- | |||
| Episode 2: Chris Krupinski | 14 Oct 2019 | 00:47:11 | |
Chris Krupinski discusses the decision that changed her artistic life, how she keeps fear away from her process, and the steps she takes to paint those amazing pieces of fruit. You might be surprised! (I know I was.) Plus tips on composition and design and a whole lot more! --- | |||
| Episode 1: Annie O'Brien Gonzales | 30 Sep 2019 | 00:45:42 | |
Annie O'Brien Gonzales is the guest this week. In our conversation, you'll hear how Gonzales over came her fear of getting back into painting after several decades away. You'll discover the advice that changed her life. Plus she talks a ton about color. She shares ways you can get better at mixing color and explains easy ways to approach color in your work (that are guaranteed to work.) Check out show notes, vocab lists, and links to Gonzales' classes at the Learn to Paint Podcast website!
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| Episode 0: An Introduction to the Learn to Paint Pdocast | 16 Sep 2019 | 00:02:29 | |
Welcome to the Learn to Paint Podcast where every other week I talk with artists and teachers about how to get better at painting. Welcome to Episode Zero where you'll learn more about the podcast and me your host. The real fun begins Monday, September 30 with my conversation with mixed media artist Annie O'Brien Gonzales. Learn more including a vocab list for our first episode at learntopaintpodcast.com | |||
| Ep.91 with Jacqueline Sullivan | 21 Nov 2023 | 00:49:19 | |
Feature Conversation In the conversation, you’ll discover how to know when it’s time to shake up your process, some great advice for layering with yellows and ideas for how to get more familiar with your tools. Plus a whole lot more.
In the Extended Cut Bonus, you’ll explore compositional formats and how to take your mind off what you're doing and why it's so important. WEBSITE / WORKSHOPS / INTAGRAM --- | |||
| Ep.90 with Erin Gregory | 07 Nov 2023 | 00:46:55 | |
Welcome to the interview with Erin Gregory! In the conversation, you’ll learn how to build a process with a lot of room for the unknown, what you’ll need from your references if that's the case and how to paint with loads of color. In the Extended Cut Bonus, discover the importance of keeping protected space in your practice and why it’s so important to spend time LOOKING at your work. Ad Free Access: Podcast Art Club --- | |||
| Ep.89 with Jerry Fresia | 17 Oct 2023 | 00:43:42 | |
Welcome to the interview with Jerry Fresia! Feature Conversation In the conversation, you’ll discover a way of working that goes back to the masters, how to think about painting atmosphere, and why it all comes down to feelings. Plus a whole lot more. Extended Cut Bonus - Available in the podcast art club, you’ll get a new way to think about black and how to create protected space around you when you work en plein air. WEBSITE / FACEBOOK / INSTAGRAM --- | |||
| Ep.88 with Jeannie McGuire | 03 Oct 2023 | 00:42:34 | |
In the conversation with Jeannie McGuire, you’ll discover a way of working with watercolor that is much more similar to oil and acrylic, how to keep moving forward even when you’re not totally sure what to do next and some great ideas for getting your viewers where you WANT them. Plus a whole lot more. Podcast Art Club: Ad Free here. Extended Cut Bonus [Podcast Art Club] In the Extended Cut Bonus, you’ll get practical ideas for how to push through fear , what to do if you fall in love with an area and how to decide if you should keep it. Learn more about the Podcast Art Club here. WEBSITE / FACEBOOK / WORKSHOPS --- | |||
| Ep.87 with Ingrid Christensen | 19 Sep 2023 | 00:57:00 | |
In the conversation with Ingrid Christensen, you’ll discover how your artistic heroes can help you solve problems in your own work, the benefits of working with a split primary palette and why it’s so important to have a plan but then also STICK to the plan. Plus a whole lot more. Extended Cut Bonus [Podcast Art Club] In the Extended Cut Bonus available to Podcast Art Club September 19th, you’ll get a great strategy for dealing with saturation and ideas for how to build a painting process that mirrors how we actually see. Learn more about the Podcast Art Club here. WEBSITE / FACEBOOK / INSTAGRAM / WORKSHOPS --- | |||
| Ali Kay [Archive, Ep.61] | 05 Sep 2023 | 00:49:24 | |
Learn more about Ali Kay here: WEBSITE / CLASSES / YOUTUBE / INSTAGRAM / FACEBOOK Welcome to Ep. 61 where I’m talking with artist Ali Kay. In the conversation you’ll discover some planning options if you’re not keen on thumbnail drawings, new ways to approach your underpainting and a great combination of colors to mix a whole array of skin tones. In the bonus conversation available in the Podcast Art Club on Patreon, we talk more about how Kay creates her bold, colorful work. --- | |||
| Ep.86- Painting Landscapes with Melanie Morris | 29 Aug 2023 | 00:46:39 | |
Welcome to the conversation with Melanie Morris. You’ll discover the benefits of painting a reference photo multiple times, how your first steps don’t start with paint, and why a timer may be your key to staying present while you work. Plus a whole lot more. Ad Free Podcast Art Club Version here.
Morris talks about how to create sky holes in your trees and a really inventive idea for how to get great references when you travel. Available next week in the Podcast Art Club. Ep.34 with Melanie Morris here. --- | |||
| Ep.85 with Catherine Rains | 15 Aug 2023 | 00:45:31 | |
Feature Episode: In the conversation you’ll discover a strategy to ensure all your college papers goes together, reasons to build pieces on paper not more expensive surfaces and some great ideas for how to stay organized in your studio so that you can create work you love. Extended Cut Bonus [Art Club]: In the Extended Cut available in the Podcast Art Club, we talk about how to make art for the process and not the product, what allows her to work fast and we get more into design. Listen here. --- | |||
| Ep.97 with Kimberly Kelly Santini | 18 Jun 2024 | 00:56:48 | |
Welcome to the conversation with Kimberly Kelly Santini! Feature Conversation In the conversation you’ll discover why you shouldn’t be afraid to cover up what you’ve put down, how to build an intuitive approach to your painting process and why you might need to start a studio log. Plus a whole lot more. Extended Cut Bonus [Podcast Art Club] In the Extended Cut Bonus, you’ll learn how to create surprise in your work and we dig deeper to Santini’s Must Haves Lists which is going to spark some great ideas for creating your own. This is a really great bonus episode and if you enjoyed the conversation with Santini, you’ll really want to check it out. Plus check out over 50 Bonus Conversations with guests! Listen to them here. WEBSITE / INSTAGRAM / FACEBOOK / MEMBERSHIP --- | |||
| Ep.84: Vicki McGrath | 01 Aug 2023 | 00:47:29 | |
Learn more about Vicki McGrath here: WEBSITE / INSTAGRAM / WORKSHOP Feature Conversation In the conversation you'll learn the steps needed to build a bright and loose painting, how to manage your palette and all about gouache. Extended Cut Bonus [Podcast Art Club] You’ll discover strategies for getting lighter without getting too chalky and a bunch of great conversation about color, color, color. Listen here. --- | |||
| Hashtag Challenges with Debbie Miller (Mini Episode, Ep.83) | 18 Jul 2023 | 00:30:14 | |
Episode 15 guest Debbie Miller is BACK and we are talking hashtag challenges. What they are, why you might join one, and how they can help you get better at painting. Learn more about Debbie Miller here: WEBSITE / WORKSHOPS / INSTAGRAM / FACEBOOK / #MugshotMondayArt Please note: You can find a list of Hashtag Challenges here: The Ultimate Hashtag Challenge List --- | |||
| Ep.82 with Dianna Shyne | 04 Jul 2023 | 00:44:35 | |
Welcome to Ep.82 with acrylic painter Dianna Shyne. Extended Cut Bonus [Patreon] Shyne was so generous with her time and so the extended cut bonus is basically a whole second episode. You’ll learn how to approach the color of light and the absolute importance of the creative process. Listen here. --- | |||
| Color Mixing & the Color Wheel with Todd M. Casey [Mini] | 20 Jun 2023 | 00:38:02 | |
Todd M. Casey (Ep.24) is back and he’s here to talk about a very practical tool, the color wheel. There are a bunch of color wheels in his new book The Oil Painter’s Handbook: A Contemporary Guide to Color Mixing, Pigments, Palettes and Harmony and for today’s mini we focus on the one that’s most relevant to painters for color mixing, the traditional subtractive color wheel. Referred to in the show as The Color Wheel. In the conversation, you’ll learn how it’s set up, what it’s based on and then we dive into using it for color mixing. WEBSITE / WORKSHOPS / INSTAGRAM / FACEBOOK / TIKTOK / PATREON --- | |||
| Ep 80: Zoey Frank | 06 Jun 2023 | 00:49:43 | |
In the feature conversation with Zoey Frank, discover how to take on large, complex subjects, how you can use historical work as inspiration for your compositions and why you might want to leave some colors OFF your palette. Plus a whole lot more. In your Extended Cut Bonus [Patreon], explore how doing a study in the middle of your process may help you problem solve and the importance of having really specific ideas when we explore. Listen here.
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| Ep.79: Allison Moir-Smith [Preview: The Art Habit] | 30 May 2023 | 00:19:56 | |
Welcome to the special segment: The Art Habit, where I talk with artists who are creating their art journeys. The full episode was live for a week and now you’ll have access to the full episode at Patreon for Art Club Members. Here's a direct link to the episode and it'll explain how to sign up.
Learn more about Allison Moir-Smith here: Moir-Smith mentions a few images and materials in the conversation. You can find them here: Her Sta-Wet palette. --- | |||
| Ep.78 with Ron Stocke | 16 May 2023 | 00:49:48 | |
Mastering Watercolor Painting with Ron Stocke: Techniques, Materials, and Creative Expression WEBSITE / WORKSHOPS / INSTAGRAM
In the conversation you’ll discover a unique way to approach the colors on your palette, how to decide whether to paint around or through an object, and what you need in your focal area … and everywhere else. Extended Cut Bonus [Podcast Art Club] In the Extended Cut Bonus, you’ll learn how Stocke gets strategic about his subjects from a color standpoint and some of artist’s favorite combinations of gray. Join the Podcast Art Club on Patreon, here.
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Ron Stocke as he shares his expertise, techniques, and insights into mastering the art of watercolor painting. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, this episode offers valuable knowledge and encouragement to fuel your own creative journey. Learn to Paint Podcast is available on iTunes and Spotify. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review to support the show and help us bring you more practical conversations with leading artists. --- | |||
| The Design Episode with Mark Eanes [Archive. Ep.28] | 02 May 2023 | 00:42:59 | |
Welcome to the DESIGN episode with Mark Eanes. This is Eanes second time on the show. He first joined us in Episode 11 to talk color. In this episode you’ll learn the difference between design and composition, the basic elements of design and then we walk through each of the 7 principles of design and talk in depth about what they are and how to make sure you have them plus a whole lot more. Listen to the Patreon Bonus Episode here. --- | |||
| 7 Reasons to Start a Daily Art Habit [Archive] | 25 Apr 2023 | 00:30:28 | |
The “I don’t have time to paint” problem is one all of us face. But in today's episode, we explore all the benefits of starting small. Learn more about the #20for20ArtChallenge2023 here. Join the Podcast Art Club here. Article: 20 Ideas for 20 Minute Art Sessions --- | |||
| Ep.77 with Teddi Parker | 18 Apr 2023 | 00:47:08 | |
Teddi Parker: Embracing Art and Daily Painting Learn more about Teddi Parker: Feature Conversation: In the conversation you’ll discover two totally different approaches you can use to build a painting, everything you need to know about using house paint as your acrylic paint, and how your brush strokes can help you create paintings that are loose and impressionistic. Plus a whole lot more. Extended Cut Bonus We talk color including how Parker approaches her palette and mixing, how she handles saturation, and how her faith has helped her have a healthier relationship with social media. Listen here. Episode Highlights:
Join us as we dive into the artistic journey of Teddi Parker. From growing up in a creative household to discovering the daily painting movement, Parker's passion for art and her ability to trust her own gut, has helped her paint bright and joyful paintings. In the conversation, we explore how she makes time in a busy life for a robust art practice, how she avoids burnout and all things technical from the paint she uses to how she keeps her brushstrokes loose. Tune in for an inspiring exploration of dedication and creativity. --- | |||
| Ep.96 with Emma Carlisle | 21 May 2024 | 00:47:00 | |
Welcome to the conversation with artist Emma Carlisle! You’ll learn a great strategy for working up to larger pieces, ideas for getting comfortable on location and how to use projects to keep yourself going. In the Extended Cut Bonus we talk trusting your gut, the power of working in your comfort zone, and why sometimes you really just need to keep that work private. Find it here. Learn more about Emma Carlisle: WEBSITE / WORKSHOPS / PATREON / INSTAGRAM --- | |||
| Ep.76 with Liz Murphy | 04 Apr 2023 | 00:46:15 | |
In the conversation with abstract expressionist Liz Murphy you’ll get ideas on mindsets that might be useful when you’re just starting out (but really, sort of anytime in your art journey), why it’s so important to create a sense of freedom in your studio plus what gets in the way of play and some ideas for overcoming them. In the Extended Cut Bonus: We talk color harmony and the true joy we can find in really simple approaches to color. Find it here. WEBSITE / WORKSHOPS / INSTAGRAM --- | |||
| Ep.75: Patti Vincent | 21 Mar 2023 | 00:48:01 | |
In this feature interview with Patti Vincent, you’ll learn a ton about gouache including why it might be a good fit for your artistic goals. Plus we really get into the importance of simplification. (Thank you Podcast Art Club for your suggestions here!) What it is and how to approach it across your whole process. You might be surprised at where simplification BEGINS for Vincent. And as always, a whole lot more. In this episode’s Extended Cut Bonus, (available at the Podcast Art Club on Patreon) you’ll discover how Vincent approaches her foreground, middle ground and background and you’ll get some great ideas for how to inch your way into plein air painting. --- | |||
| What is a Limited Palette? (Ep.74 Mini) | 14 Mar 2023 | 00:13:46 | |
Many guests on the show use what’s called a limited palette. A limited palette can be a powerful way to improve your color confidence and create harmonious work. So this week we are deep diving into what IS a limited palette, how you might set one up and why you might want to give one a try. Guests mention in the episode in alphabetical order: Patti Vincent, Ep.75 Ron Stocke, upcoming --- | |||
| Ep.73 with Amy Brnger | 07 Mar 2023 | 00:47:11 | |
In the conversation, you’ll learn why sometimes it makes sense to take the thinner out of your medium mixture and just use oil, how the right brush can get you sharp edges and how paper cut outs might help you begin to understand the structure of your own work. Plus a whole lot more. Extended Cut Bonus: In the Extended Cut Bonus (available on Patreon) Brnger talks getting loose, the positive role of feeling stressed out, and ways to keep from getting precious with your materials. Plus we talk about why you might want to consider painting over those old paintings. --- | |||
| Mini Episode: What is Story (Ep.72) | 28 Feb 2023 | 00:10:35 | |
In Ep.71 with Yong Hong Zhong, we talked a lot about story. In today's Mini, I'm going to break down the idea of story a bit more and look at some examples. --- | |||
| Ep.71: Yong Hong Zhong | 21 Feb 2023 | 00:44:21 | |
In the conversation with watercolorist Yong Hong Zhong, you’ll learn the one thing Zhong says you need to have figured out before you start painting, advice for getting looser and questions to ask yourself to find your painting’s story. In the Extended Cut Bonus available at the Podcast Art Club, you'll learn the yellow, red, and blue Zhong suggests for a limited palette and he gives you ideas for where to focus if you feel like you don’t yet have a strong sense of color. --- | |||
| Louise Fletcher [Archive Ep.48 | 14 Feb 2023 | 00:51:35 | |
Welcome to the conversation with Louise Fletcher! You’ll learn the difference between working fast and being rushed, how to move between working intuitively and analytically, and why you always want to follow your own joy. Plus a whole lot more. --- | |||
| Ep.70 with Alice Sheridan | 07 Feb 2023 | 00:55:34 | |
In Episode 70, I’m talking with artist Alice Sheridan. In the conversation, you’ll discover how a change in space might change your work, why having clear intent is so important and what to do when you need to say goodbye to a layer you love. Plus a whole lot more. In this episode’s Extended Cut Bonus, you’ll learn why drawing might be the key to figuring out what a painting is about and you'll discover some great ideas for how to hold time for your art practice. You can take a listen by joining the Podcast Art Club over on Patreon at any tier. --- | |||