116 Liz Haywood-Sullivan — Master the Art of Goal-Setting
Order your exclusive da Vinci BoldBrush paintbrush set!https://brushoffer.com/collections/boldbrushLearn the magic of marketing with us here at BoldBrush!https://www.boldbrushshow.com/Get over 50% off your first year on your artist website with FASO:https://www.FASO.com/podcast/---Get your artistic goals ready for today's guest: Liz Haywood-Sullivan, a realist painter with a deep love of pastels, teaching others, and being an advocate for the arts. Liz shares her with us her background transitioning from a design career to becoming a renowned pastel artist. She also discusses the challenges of balancing her art practice with running art organizations, and the importance of setting realistic goals to maintain productivity. Liz gives us her very best tips on how to set goals for the new year as an artist as well as the importance of reviewing your past year to help you prioritize better. She tells us about creating a north star to aim for and charting your course with short term and long term goals. Liz also emphasizes the cyclical nature of creativity and the need for self-care, as well as the value of teaching to supplement her art income. She reflects on the lasting impact of art and the personal fulfillment of the creative process. Liz provides advice for aspiring artists to be kind to themselves and work within their natural rhythms. So get ready with some pen and paper to take some notes and start planning your goals for the year ahead!Liz's FASO site:https://www.lizhaywoodsullivan.com/Liz's Newsletters on Setting Artistic Goals for the New Year:https://www.lizhaywoodsullivan.com/nl/?nid=308234&type=htmlhttps://www.lizhaywoodsullivan.com/nl/?nid=277501&type=html
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115 Susan Hope Fogel — Serendipity, Chaos, & Growth
Order your exclusive da Vinci BoldBrush paintbrush set!https://brushoffer.com/collections/boldbrushLearn the magic of marketing with us here at BoldBrush!https://www.boldbrushshow.com/Get over 50% off your first year on your artist website with FASO:https://www.FASO.com/podcast/---To kick off the new year, we sat down with Susan Hope Fogel, an artist who works primarily in watercolor and oil, drawing inspiration from her natural surroundings in the lower Hudson Valley. She describes her journey into art, from early artistic validation in childhood to pursuing teaching and then transitioning to a full-time art career. Susan discusses her exploration of different mediums, particularly her experimental approach to watercolor that allows for spontaneity and happy accidents while reminding us that there is growth within chaos. She emphasizes the importance of finding multiple income streams to support an artistic career and advises aspiring artists to seek out mentors and continuously learn new techniques. Susan also highlights the value of local community connections and engaging with audiences through open studios and exhibitions. Finally, Susan tells us about her upcoming workshops!Susan's FASO Site:https://www.susanhopefogelfineart.com/Susan's Social Media:https://www.instagram.com/susanhopefogelart/
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114 Kyle Stuckey — Resilience, Consistency, and Dedication
Order your exclusive da Vinci BoldBrush paintbrush set!https://brushoffer.com/collections/boldbrushLearn the magic of marketing with us here at BoldBrush!https://www.boldbrushshow.com/Get over 50% off your first year on your artist website with FASO:https://www.FASO.com/podcast/---On today's episode, we sat down with Kyle Stuckey, a full-time impressionistic realist oil painter based in Charleston, South Carolina. He tells us about his unorthodox journey into art, starting in his late teens and eventually becoming immersed in the Putney painters group, which greatly influenced his development. He discusses the challenges and rewards of being a full-time artist, including the need for resilience and the evolving role of social media in marketing. He advises aspiring artists to be dedicated and willing to experiment, while also reminding them of the importance of consistency. He also advises us to nurture relationships with collectors and galleries. Finally, Kyle tells us about his upcoming workshops and an upcoming gallery show featuring his new work!Kyle's FASO site:https://kylestuckey.com/Kyle's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/stuckey_art
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113 Stay Inspired — Our Top Episode Highlights
Order your exclusive da Vinci BoldBrush paintbrush set!https://brushoffer.com/collections/boldbrushLearn the magic of marketing with us here at BoldBrush!https://www.boldbrushshow.com/Get over 50% off your first year on your artist website with FASO:https://www.FASO.com/podcast/---Today’s episode is all about inspiration. We’ve compiled the best tips and advice from some of our most-loved episodes to keep you motivated in your art journey. Whether you’re working on a new piece, struggling with marketing, or just need a spark of encouragement, these insights are for you. These moments stood out for a reason—they’ve helped so many of our listeners, and we hope they’ll do the same for you. Episodes featured:69 Scott Burdick70 Kathie Odom72 Carolyn Anderson77 Aaron Westerberg
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112 Philippe Gandiol — Listen to the Calling of the Muse
Order your exclusive da Vinci BoldBrush paintbrush set!https://brushoffer.com/collections/boldbrushLearn the magic of marketing with us here at BoldBrush!https://www.boldbrushshow.com/Get over 50% off your first year on your artist website with FASO:https://www.FASO.com/podcast/---On today's episode we sat down with Philippe Gandiol, a French-born artist who paints both studio work and plein air in an impressionistic style inspired by both the abstract and realism movements. He discusses his artistic journey, from early exposure to art through his grandfather, to working for the music industry, to eventually transitioning to a full-time painting career later in life. Philippe emphasizes the importance of developing a relationship with his "muse" and listening to the painting itself to guide his creative process. He shares strategies for overcoming the challenges of being a self-employed artist, such as diversifying income streams and leveraging connections through art organizations. Philippe advises aspiring artists to use fear as motivation, maintain a positive mindset, and pursue their passion relentlessly. Finally, Philippe tells us about his upcoming classes and where you can sign up!Philippe's FASO site:https://www.philippegandiol.com/Philippe's Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/philippegandiol/Philippe's Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/philippe.gandiol
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