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The Hidden Costs of Selling Your Work (Mini Ep.119)12 Nov 202500:31:59

When you think of building an art practice, your mind might go to all of your favorite artists. You think of their social media feeds and the gallery shows they promote. You dream about having one of their pieces in your home some day… and maybe you can. Because they SELL their work.

But building an art practice is not the same as building an art business. And while the benefits of an art business are many… we don’t talk enough about the costs. Because if you do decide to sell your work, there ARE costs. 

Let’s explore the physical, time, and physiological costs to selling your work. And then armed with this knowledge, you can make a more intentional decision about whether selling now, selling later, or selling never is right for you and your goals learning to paint.

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The 5 Buckets of Artistic Knowledge with William A. Schneider (Ep.118)28 Oct 202500:48:38

Welcome to the conversation with William A. Schneider.

FEATURE

In the conversation you'll learn the general proportions of the face and how to adjust them for the specific face you're painting, you’ll discover a bunch of great exercises to improve your skills, plus you’ll explore the 5 buckets of knowledge that every painter needs to learn to be able to tackle, well, kind of everything. Plus a whole lot more.

In the interview Schneider mentions a free ebook download called, “Mastering Proportions of the Face.” You can find that here.


EXTENDED CUT BONUS [Art Club]

In the extended cut bonus conversation you’ll discover what you need to get correct so that you can push your color, and we talk about why your negative self talk is hurting you more than you think and what to do about it. Find it here.

Art Club: Ad free feature  here

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4 Color Harmony Strategies (Mini Ep.111)10 Jun 202500:24:22

Have you ever finished a painting and something just feels… off?

You could have a color harmony problem. The good news: you’ve got straightforward ways to fix the issue.

In today’s episode we’re tackling color harmony. We’re going to explore what it is, why it matters, and most importantly, how to get it in your work including your very next painting including 4 strategies for creating color harmony in your work.

Episodes Mentioned in the Show:

Julia Katz, Ep.110

Jennifer Balkan, Ep.108

Joan Fullerton, Ep.7

Mark Mehaffey, Ep.5

Episodes to help improve your color confidence:

Atmospheric Perspective (How to Get Depth & Distance in Your Work)

Understanding Value with Sarah Sedwick (Part 1)

Color Mixing & the Color Wheel with Todd M. Casey

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Episode 40: Sari Shryack14 Dec 202100:49:13

Welcome to the conversation with acrylic and oil painter Sari Shryack

In the conversation you’ll learn how to get started if you are low on time (side note: Joining #20for20ArtChallenge2022 challenge in January might help there too) what’s important to ask yourself when it comes to finding your style and a few places you can really push color.

Gloss and High Gloss Patreon supporters we’ll dive even further into bright colors including how to approach your supporting characters so your color can really sing.   

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Episode 39: How to Get Depth and Distance in Your Work (Mini)23 Nov 202100:15:56

Today we're talking about perspective! Perspective is a tool you can use to create depth and distance in your work. There are a few types of perspective tools but in today's mini episode we are focusing in on a super approachable one: Atmospheric (or Aerial) Perspective.



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Episode 38: John Salminen09 Nov 202100:50:34

In the conversation you’ll learn how darks and lights work together to create luminosity, why it’s important to have those value 9s, and well value, value, value. Plus a whole lot more.

Gloss and High Gloss Patreon supporters, you’ll dive into dominance and how Salminen uses edges. 

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Ep. 37: Getting Started with Limited Resources with Sarah Sedwick (Mini Eposide)26 Oct 202100:28:16

Ep 22 guest Sarah Sedwick is back and we are talking about some of the limitations you run up against when you first get started in art.

We talk time limitations, money limitations, space limitations and Sedwick offers some advice for what to do about them.

And while this is a conversation designed a bit for beginners, even those of you who have been in your art practice for awhile will find Sedwick's ideas super helpful. 

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Ep. 36: Ian Roberts12 Oct 202100:46:58

Welcome to Ep. 36 with Ian Roberts. In the conversation you’ll learn a ton about composition, the importance of value masses and the difference between a design driven and a subject driven painting. Plus a whole lot more.

Gloss and high gloss Patreon supporters, your bonus conversation will arrive Oct. 11th. You’ll discover how sunlight and shadow affect your object’s color and how to handle foregrounds, middle grounds and backgrounds.

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Ep. 35: Hashtag Challenges with Debbie Miller (Mini)28 Sep 202100:25:03

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. 

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Episode 34: Melanie Morris14 Sep 202100:52:09

This week I’m talking with acrylic painter, Melanie Morris. In the conversation you’ll discover Morris' system for keeping loose when working large, how to keep yourself from being overwhelmed when you buy flowers for painting and so many great tips on color. Seriously, you’ll want to write these down. 

Gloss and High Gloss Patreon supporters, check out the bonus conversation with Morris. We talk ugly middle stages and how to learn from your teachers without copying them (and why that will help you in the long run.)

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Episode 33: Mini Episode - The Benefits of Working in a Series24 Aug 202100:10:49

 When it comes to learning to paint, there are so many great ways to structure your learning. Guests have discussed setting up daily painting or committing to a certain number of hours in the studio. Another great way to strengthen your painting skills is to do a series. Let's talk about what a series is, how it could benefit you and what I learned from my own. 

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Episode 32: Laura Horn10 Aug 202100:48:38

Welcome to my conversation with mixed media artist Laura Horn. In the interview you’ll discover how Horn designed her own self study, the surprising way she creates and integrates reference materials and you’ll explore all the ways she uses sketchbooks. Plus a whole lot more.

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Episode 31: Mini Episode- A Painting Deep Dive with Mark Mehaffey27 Jul 202100:23:20

We're back with your next mini episode! This week we're talking with Mark Mehaffey about his new painting "Studio Light." The painting was just accepted was just accepted into the National Watercolor Society International Exhibit. In the conversation we talk about how Mehaffey came to create "Studio Light," how he worked through the design process and how he prepares his paper to get great watercolor textures. Plus a whole lot more.

To see the painting we're discussing, head to  www.learntopaintpodcast.com/podcast/episode31

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Building Strong Values with John Salminen (Ep.38 Archive)28 May 202500:49:45

Welcome to the conversation with watercolorist John Salminen.

You’ll learn how darks and lights work together to create luminosity, why it’s important to have those value 9s, and well value, value, value. Plus a whole lot more.

Podcast Art Club: 

Dive into dominance and how Salminen uses edges in your bonus episode here.

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Episode 30: Dean Mitchell13 Jul 202100:48:35

Mitchell works across several media, but we focus in on his watercolor work. In the conversation you’ll discover the importance of seeing abstractly, how Mitchell uses powerful neutrals and why intent is the most important piece of his painting process. 

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Episode. 29: Mini Episode - 5 Exercises for When You Don't Feel Like Painting23 Jun 202100:09:14

It happens to all of us. Sometimes you just don't feel like painting. You feel uninspired and overwhelmed by the rest of..well...LIFE

Before you abandon your studio for the mile-high to-do list, try one of these 5 exercises from podcast guests. They'll keep your hands in the work even on days where your mind isn't feeling it. 

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Episode 28: Mark Eanes08 Jun 202100:43:43

Today I'm talking with artist Mark Eanes and it's the DESIGN episode. In this conversation 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. 



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Episode 27: Jed Dorsey11 May 202100:48:22

Today I'm speaking with acrylic artist Jed Dorsey. In the conversation, you’ll learn the stages of creativity and why they matter, ways to make your photo reference work with your canvas shape, and how to get harmonious color every single time.

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Episode 26: Jane Davies [Archive]13 Apr 202100:48:17

In this week's episode 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're having trouble finishing a painting. Discover a bunch of great ideas for how to keep yourself fully involved in your own painting practice.
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Episode 25: Julie Gilbert Pollard08 Mar 202100:59:21

This week, I’m talking with Julie Gilbert Pollard.  In the conversation you’ll learn Pollard's favorite way to make her paintings stronger, you’ll get clarity on warms and cools and discover a way to think through where you can improve as an artist. 

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Episode 24: Todd M. Casey08 Feb 202100:50:53

Today I'm talking with oil painter, Todd M. Casey. In the conversation you’ll discover the importance of liking your work through each stage, two very different ways to approach making art, and why you’ve really got to squeeze that paint out. Plus we get technical as we explore how light moves around a sphere. And a whole lot more.

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Episode 23: Lynn Whipple11 Jan 202100:46:55

In this month’s episode, I’m talking with mixed media artist, Lynn Whipple.

In our conversation you’ll discover ways to get looser in your painting, the importance of being playful and why it’s so important to make work you don’t like. 

This interview episode 23 comes with bonus material. Whipple gives you an additional exercise to try at home plus we get into composition and a whole lot more. How do you get it? Subscribe to the newsletter. It’ll come out in next week’s week’s edition and live in the newsletter bonus section the next couple of months.



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Episode 22: Sarah Sedwick, Part 214 Dec 202000:33:15

This is part 2 of my conversation with Sarah Sedwick. You’ll learn about different types of edges and how to use them to make more interesting paintings. You’ll discover how to make highlights that sing and the power of a good critique.

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Episode 22: Sarah Sedwick, Part 123 Nov 202000:47:36

This week, I’m talking with oil painter Sarah Sedwick. This interview will be in two parts with Part 2 (a bonus episode of sorts) coming your way, Dec. 14

In part 1, you’ll discover how premixing frees you up to make looser paintings. You’ll learn how to paint those shadows and explore different types of palettes. Plus a whole lot more.

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How to Get Depth & Distance in Your Work (Archive, Ep.39)13 May 202500:15:03

Perspective is a tool you can use to create depth and distance in your work. There are a few types of perspective tools but in today's mini episode we are focusing in on a super approachable one: Atmospheric (or Aerial) Perspective.

Podcast Art Club: 

 How 3 Different Artists Use Perspective in Their Work

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Episode 21: Carolyn Lord09 Nov 202000:47:49

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Episode 20: Sandra Duran Wilson28 Sep 202000:53:27

In today's episode, I'm talking with mixed media artist Sandra Duran Wilson. In the interview you’ll learn why curiosity is your greatest tool, how to manage the gremlin voice and why it’s so important to listen to those first thoughts. Also, we get technical and discuss gels, pastes, and mediums including how to know which to grab when you’re working with collage. Plus a whole lot more. 



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Episode 19: Amira Rahim14 Sep 202000:45:25

Today I'm  talking with abstract expressionist Amira Rahim. In today’s episode we talk about painting emotions, the power of knowing what your materials can and can’t do and sometimes why you need to turn off the music and concentrate. Plus a whole lot more.


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Episode 18: Dreama Tolle Perry24 Aug 202000:48:49

Today I talk with artist Dreama Tolle Perry will go live. We discuss giving yourself permission to paint, how to manage color accents, and why it’s so deeply important to paint what you love. Plus a whole lot more.

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Episode 17: Esté MacLeod10 Aug 202000:48:29

In this episode I’m talking with artist Esté MacLeod. In the episode you’ll learn about the versatility of high flow acrylics, ways shape motifs can help define a style and how a sketchbook may be the key to building your artistic voice.

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Episode 16: Carol Carter27 Jul 202000:49:12

Today I’m talking with watercolorist Carol Carter. In the episode, we’ll explore how criticism helped Carter her find her  unique voice. She explains the biggest challenge she sees students facing in the medium  and she discusses how being an artist is more than a single good painting. 



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Episode 15: Debbie Miller, Part 213 Jul 202000:46:12

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Episode 15: Debbie Miller, Part 122 Jun 202000:39:40

Welcome back to a two-parter! Today - and for the next two episodes- I’m talking with acrylic and oil painter Debbie Miller.

In part 1, you learn how a single workshop changed Miller’s life, how she keeps inspired and her process for working through a painting.

In part 2 (coming July 13th) , discover Miller’s goals for color, why a learner’s mindset is so pivotal to getting better at painting and how the artist finally made peace with her trickiest color, yellow.

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Episode 14: Lisa Daria Kennedy08 Jun 202000:45:56

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. 

You’ll discover how she overcomes frustrations and keeps her paintings loose.  And you’ll learn how she has streamlined her approach so that showing up is as easy as possible.  Plus a whole lot more.

Head to LearntoPaintPodcast.com/Podcast/Episode14 for show notes.

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Episode 13: Kim Smith27 Apr 202000:46:30

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.



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Building an Art Practice for You with Julia Katz (Ep.110)29 Apr 202500:48:17

Welcome to the conversation with Julia Katz. 

Feature

In the feature conversation you’ll discover how to build an art practice that's about the practice, not the product. You’ll explore an approach to painting that allows for discovery and you’ll learn how to make work for YOU. Not the world but for you.  Plus a whole lot more. 

Early Ad Free Access here: Podcast Art Club

Extended Cut Bonus [Art Club]

In the bonus conversation available in the Podcast Art Club, we talk about knowing when a painting is ready to finish and we explore some of what’s exciting Katz right now in her work. Available April 29th.


Learn more about Julia Katz:

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Episode 12: Andy Evansen13 Apr 202000:52:25

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.

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Episode 11: Mark Eanes23 Mar 202000:47:14

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.  

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Episode 10: Betty Franks Krause09 Mar 202000:48:02

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. 



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Episode 9: Stan Kurth24 Feb 202000:44:47

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. 



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Episode 8: Carrie Waller, Part B10 Feb 202000:29:49

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. 



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Episode 8: Carrie Waller, Part A26 Jan 202000:42:33

For the next two episodes, I’m talking with watercolorist Carrie Waller. 

I’ve divided the episodes up into two parts. In part A (today’s) Waller talks about being OK with finishing paintings slowly. She explains how she uses color- like puzzle pieces- in her work. And she shares the method she uses to bypass those ugly middles stages that can demoralize so many of us.

In part B we get into the specifics of glass, the importance of art friends and why sometimes you  just need to take one of those technical art classes. It’ll pay off later big time.


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Episode 7: Joan Fullerton13 Jan 202000:58:43

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.

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Hello Season 2!06 Jan 202000:01:23

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?

You've got questions. I've got answers.

Take a listen! 

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Bonus Episode: What is the Difference Between Media?23 Dec 201900:06:12

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!

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Episode 6: Anne Abgott07 Dec 201900:46:32

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.

Head to learn to LearnToPaintPodcast.com/podcast/episode6 to get this week's vocab and to hear bonus material from Abgott on how to mix your own opaque watercolors. 

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How to Build a Body of Work [Mini Ep.109]08 Apr 202500:17:42

There are many ways to approach your painting practice—and each one serves a different purpose. In this Mini, we’ll briefly explore three core approaches: one-off paintings, painting in a series, and developing a cohesive body of work.

We’ll break down how they differ, and then we’ll dive deeper into building a body of work—what it is, why it matters, and the steps you can take to start creating one with intention.

Mentioned in the Show:

Jennifer Balkan, Ep.108

Debbie Miller, Ep.15

Alice Sheridan, Ep.70

Carrie Waller, Ep.8

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Episode 5: Mark Mehaffey24 Nov 201900:46:01

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. 

Mehaffey explains how he gets to the story of his work. He shares practical tips on blending color and controlling the saturation of that same  color. And he talks about how and why it’s so important to keep things simple.

Check out Mehaffey’s work at the website, learntopaintpodcast.com/podcast/episode5

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Episode 4: Peggi Habets11 Nov 201900:46:13

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.

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Episode 3: Jane Davies28 Oct 201900:47:09

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.
https://www.learntopaintpodcast.com/podcast/episode3

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