Art Juice: A podcast for artists, creatives and art lovers
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How to Fall in Love with Your Art [67]
21 april 2020 · 1 uur 13 min
This week's episode was prompted by a question from Kate, an Australian artist who asked: "Should you like your own work? Do you ever stop fighting that inner critic (and external critics) and just start enjoying the process?" We both believe that loving your own work is crucial, touch on how we evaluate our work (and the importance of doing so) and share our feelings about where we find ourselves currently. We also ask whether what we love changes, whether this is an issue, and what to do with those older pieces that no longer make us feel excited. As for the inner critic ... Alice suggests there is a difference between criticism and critique. Can we analyse/assess our work without ever allowing that self-critique to stray into negative thoughts about ourselves or our level of talent? Finally, we each offer concrete steps that we believe artists can take to begin making work that they love. Lees meer
Mentioned:
Alice's Connected Artist Club: https://alicesheridanstudio.mykajabi.com/connected-interest
Louise's Art Tribe: https://thispaintinglife.mykajabi.com/art-tribe
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Credits
"Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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How will Covid-19 change our ways of working? [66]
14 april 2020 · 1 uur 1 min
This week, we’re considering the shifts that we see happening in our artist communities. As galleries closed and art fairs were cancelled, many artists began to look for different ways of selling art.. Many are setting up (or re-designing) websites or sending out their first newsletter or getting more active on social media and we are both thrilled to see it. We have both long been huge advocates for this approach and so we find it exciting and energising to watch artists taking control. In this episode, we also discuss new approaches to open studios, the limiting beliefs that might be stopping us selling at this time, and the importance of building connections. Lees meer
We also have a rare disagreement about Tik-Tok but concur on the power of a tidy studio space.
Mentioned:
Alice's Marie Kondo blog post: https://alicesheridan.com/how-to-kon-mari-your-studio/
Funny Journalist on Tik-Tok
Gary Vee on Tik-Tok
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Louise's Art Tribe: https://thispaintinglife.mykajabi.com/art-tribe
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Credits
"Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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Creating versus Producing ... a Chance to Reset? [65]
7 april 2020 · 51 min
As the UK lockdown continues, we discuss the unfolding situation and the continual emotional shifts we are all experiencing. Here in Britain we are seeing some of our most well-known artists responding in different ways. Tracy Emin wrote an online diary; David Hockney is making new paintings; and Grayson Perry is filming a new TV show designed to encourage people to make art. We ask whether these are helpful reactions. In troubled times, what is the point of it all? Is art relevant? And is this an opportunity for us to switch from a focus on producing work for shows to a new emphasis on creativity and exploration? We also discuss the importance of mental health for our physical well-being, debate potential societal changes, and ask whether we are currently in the midst of a global existential crisis. Lees meer
Mentioned
Mark this time on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/markthistime2020/?hl=en
Mark this time on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/markthistime2020/
Tracey Emin - online diary https://www.instagram.com/whitecube/?hl=en
David Hockney paintings https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-52109901
Grayson Perry/Anthony Gormley art kit home.https://firstsite.uk/art-is-where-the-home-is/
Lewis Howes podcast with Dr. Joe Dispenza https://youtu.be/RTuf7OfZ-yY
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Credits"Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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Teaching (Online and Offline) with Karen Stamper [Ep 63]
24 maart 2020 · 1 uur 2 min
This week, we are joined by special guest Karen Stamper. Karen is an accomplished painter and collage artist with a special passion for sketchbooks. She teaches workshops in person and online and in this episode, we pick her brains about helping adults loosen up, have fun and learn. As a former art teacher in high schools, Karen has an interesting perspective on the difference between adult students and kids. Lees meer
We also discuss the importance of being generous with your knowledge and have an extensive conversation about how artists can take their teaching online, an important topic in this time in which workshops are being cancelled around the world. Our discussion includes how to know if you will enjoy teaching, how to get over fear of the camera, which platforms work best. how to build an audience for your online course, and the importance of encouraging and supporting students through the challenges of learning new things.
Mentioned:
Karen's website: https://karenstampercollage.com/
Find Karen's online workshops HERE (new platform)
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Credits"Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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How to Build an Art Business That Suits You and Your Lifestyle [61]
17 maart 2020 · 56 min
This week, we are joined by a special guest. Laura Horn is an Australian abstract artist who is also a successful podcaster, teacher and businesswoman. Over the years, she has worked to establish a regular art practice and build a full-time business while also juggling responsibilities as a wife and mother. In this episode, we learn how Laura turned a short sabbatical from her office job into a full-time art career - at first simply as a painter and then later as a creator of online courses. We discuss how important it is to build a business that aligns with your values and share our challenges with balancing work and rest-time. Our conversations also spans blogs, Instagram, social media trolling, podcasts and the challenges (and joys) of working closely with your spouse. In 'what's inspired?' Laura shares her love of mixed media, Alice is thrilled with new frames, and Louise has decided you're never too old for something you really love. Lees meer
Mentioned:
Laura Horn Art: https://www.laurahornart.com/
The Laura Horn Podcast: https://www.laurahornart.com/thepodcast
Louise's Your Art Tribe membership site: https://thispaintinglife.mykajabi.com/art-tribe
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Credits"Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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Studio visit in person: lighting tips and allowing your work to develop [60]
10 maart 2020 · 57 min
This episode is a little different, Usually we record with hundreds of miles separating us, but this week, we take a rare opportunity to meet up and spend some time chatting about studio spaces, art careers and whatever else comes up. We drink tea, drive through London, and eat sugared chickpeas while we geek out about recording equipment, discuss the importance of resilience, and visit both of Alice's studios (old and new). During the visit to the new studio, we discuss Alice's newest paintings and share how it feels when your work moves into surprising new territory. Lees meer
You can watch the accompanying short video on YouTube and get a sneak peek at Alice's new work HERE: https://youtu.be/TchzUtqwUaM
And also see images of the lighting products and paintings at each of our websites:
https://alicesheridan.com/artjuice60/
Surrey Contemporary Art Fair 13-15th March 2020
https://contemporaryartfairs.co.uk/surrey-spring/
Royal Watercolour Society 6-18th March 2020
https://www.royalwatercoloursociety.co.uk/exhibitions/36-rws-contemporary-watercolour-competition/overview/
Lighting products discussed:
Simple ring light and phone holder for livestreams HERE
Arm clamps for phone and ring light HERE
Day Light Umbrella Continuous Lighting Kit HERE
LED lights HERE
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Credits"Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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Is it Time to Leave Your Comfort Zone? [58]
25 februari 2020 · 50 min
This week, we’re discussing comfort zones. This is a phrase coined by a business consultant called Alasdair White who described it as: “a psychological state in which things feel familiar to a person, and they are at ease, and in control of their environment, experiencing low levels of anxiety and stress. In this zone, a steady level of performance is possible.” Lees meer
That doesn’t sound too bad does it? But psychologist Robert Yerkes suggested that to perform at our best we need to be in a state of what he called ‘optimal anxiety.’ Too anxious and our performance goes down, but it seems that we are at our most creative when we are just outside of what is comfortable for us.
This week, we discuss these ideas and debate whether it’s necessary to stay comfortable and safe in some areas so that we can be brave and bold in others. We also offer some questions you can use to determine whether you are working at ‘optimal anxiety’ or whether you are holding yourself back. Those questions are:
What areas are your comfort zones? Is this where I want to be?
How am I feeling about this? (What beliefs are holding me in this energy space?)
Where might a risk it take me? (Long-term benefit)
Where am I over-complicating this? (how could I make it easy?)
Other topics this week include the value of community, an unusual approach to painting edges, and a new way of looking at an ‘impossible’ project
Mentioned:
CVP sign-up: https://workshop.art2life.com/cvp-2020/
Art Juice Buddy group for CVP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/JUPbuddies2020CVP
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Credits"Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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Is This Your Year? Bonus Episode [57]
21 februari 2020 · 50 min
If you are an artist, this is the time of year when you start to hear about CVP, the online 12-week course taught by Nicholas Wilton. (Full name: The Creative Visionary Program). We have both taken this course in the past and Alice now works as a CVP coach. In this extra episode, we discuss our own personal experiences with the program and answer some of the questions that we are most frequently asked. Our discussion covers financial considerations, the logistics of online learning, how much individual guidance you can expect, how much time is needed, and which kinds of artists can most benefit. Does this work for you if you are a beginner? How about a skilled professional? Should you take it if you paint realistically? Or is it just for abstract artists. We cover all this and more in a frank and wide-ranging conversation. Lees meer
We also invite you to a special Facebook group that we will be hosting for anybody who signs up through our link (bit.ly/cvp2020). Please note we have to check each name with Nick’s team, so please be patient as we admit you into the group. You can find that group by searching Facebook for JUP CVP BUDDIES 2020 or clicking the link below.
Mentioned:
Sign up for CVP via Art Juice at bit.ly/cvp2020
See stories from others who have taken the program here: https://workshop.art2life.com/cvp-2020-inspiration/
Then come and join us in our special Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/JUPbuddies2020CVP/
Sue McNenly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suemcnenly/?hl=en
Contact either of us via our websites:
www.alicesheridan.com
www.louisefletcherart.com
or on Instagram:
@alicesheridanstudio
@louisefletcher_art
Credits: "Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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Dealing with Overwhelm & Making Time for What Matters [56]
18 februari 2020 · 51 min
Do you ever feel overwhelmed? Do you find that your painting time is being eaten up by admin and emails and marketing and social media ... not to mention spouses and kids and parents and pets? Even when we love what we do, it can be stressful to cope with competing demands on our time. This week Alice is fiercely protecting her painting time despite pressure to do other things, while Louise is facing up to her tendency to put others' needs ahead of her own. We discuss our strategies for managing overwhelm, offer tips for prioritising what matters, and debate whether it has ever been possible for an artist to simply make their art on a full time basis. We also discuss the value of good framing and Alice shares her experience of receiving a very special letter. Lees meer
Mentioned
Juiced Up Buddies group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/juicedupbuddies/
RWS Contemporary 2020: https://www.royalwatercoloursociety.co.uk/exhibitions/36-rws-contemporary-watercolour-competition/overview/
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Credits:
"Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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How Do I Find My Style? [55]
11 februari 2020 · 1 uur 4 min
This week's episode was inspired by a question from an artist who wrote: "I can draw well, and I paint in watercolour and acrylics but my style is all over the place. How can I find a style and settle on it?" We discuss whether you need to settle on a specific style, or whether it's OK to have multiple strings to your bow. Perhaps this varies depending on your goals for your art. We also share our own individual journeys, and debate whether there are concrete steps you can take to find your own style. An artist's style, we agree, is the result of many different choices (subject matter, media, process, and decisions about colour and design and value among many other things). But it is also something that evolves - and that is perhaps never fully defined. After all, many of the "greats" changed styles multiple times as they explored different ideas or different ways of making their work. Most of, we both feel that your style is something that comes through doing rather than thinking - you must make work and in the process of making that work, you find your style. Lees meer
This is also one with giggles over builders, a few tears and even disagreements over confectionery!
Mentioned
Join the free Art2Life online workshop HERE: https://www.louisefletcherart.com/for-artists/art2life/
Lesley Birch: https://www.lesleybirchartist.com/
Alice Sheridan - Canopy: https://alicesheridan.com/landscape-unlocked/
Laura Horn Art podcast: https://www.laurahornart.com/thepodcast
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Credits"Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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Content Marketing for Artists [59]
4 februari 2020 · 47 min
Louise is flying solo as Alice prepares for an art fair. Many artists dread the idea of marketing, but this week, Louise shares her belief that marketing doesn't have to feel pushy or unpleasant. With content marketing, it can be as simple as letting people know what you're up to. In this episode, she shares the lessons she learned from corporate marketing including why documenting is so much easier than creating, how storytelling can attract your ideal art buyers, and why engagement is so important for your success. But this is not just an episode about the theory of marketing - there are also practical tips and strategies to help you think how you could use these ideas in a way that feels good to you. Lees meer
Mentioned
Seth Godin: https://seths.blog/
Gary Vee: https://www.youtube.com/user/GaryVaynerchuk/videos?view=0&sort=p&shelf_id=11
Copyblogger: https://copyblogger.com/blog/
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Credits"Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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Creating the Impossible & Making Bold Moves [54]
4 februari 2020 · 50 min
This week's chat was inspired by Michael Neill's book "Creating the Impossible." The book, which is subtitled "A 90 Day Program to Get Your Dreams Out of Your Head and into the World," argues that we can accomplish more than we ever imagined without the constant stress and pressure associated with high achievement and asks "what if creating what you want to see in the world isn’t dependent on believing in yourself, or even believing that it’s possible?" In other words, if we get out of our own way, and stop telling ourselves something isn't possible, new possibilities and opportunities start to reveal themselves. In this episode, we discuss the idea of the mind as a "virtual reality generator" and explore what happens when we change the way we are thinking. If we allowed for the possibility that our wildest dreams might be attainable, how would we act differently? And what might unfold as a result? Lees meer
We also celebrate reaching dizzy heights on the Apple podcast charts and share our excitement about letting loose and making some bold moves on works-in-progress.
Mentioned: Michael Neill Creating the Impossible: https://www.michaelneill.org/ctibook/
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Credits"Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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Lessons Learned (with Nicholas Wilton) [53]
28 januari 2020 · 52 min
This week American artist Nicholas Wilton returns to discuss the question: "what do you wish you had known 10 years ago?" Our discussion ranges from materials and brushes, to deeper more personal realisations, including tough lessons about authenticity, the need to find your own process, and the importance of relaxing into who are you really are. Lees meer
We also discuss our experiences as teachers and the lessons we have watched our students learn and Nick shares a particularly challenging experience he had as an emerging artist. It is always inspiring to discover that all artists experience the same highs and lows and that we make many of the same mistakes. As you listen to this conversation, it will become apparent that you are never alone ... your struggles are the same as ours, your triumphs feel the same as ours ... we are all on the same path and we can all offer a helping hand to anyone who is behind us.
Finally, we share our plans to do just that by building a supportive community in a Facebook pop-up group. You won't want to miss this!
Mentioned:
Art2Life free workshop: https://bit.ly/art2life2020
Juiced Up Workshop Buddies 2020 (Facebook group): https://www.facebook.com/groups/juicedupbuddies/
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"Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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Daring Greatly: Celebrating Courage in Art and in Life [52]
21 januari 2020 · 53 min
This is our one-year anniversary. When we started the podcast, it felt like quite a risk ... neither of us had any idea how to make a podcast and we had to figure it all out on the fly. Reflecting back on the last year sparked a discussion about courage inspired by the Brene Brown book "Daring Greatly." The title for her book came from this Teddy Roosevelt quote: "It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; and who at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly.” We discuss the role of vulnerability in connecting with our audiences, the importance of allowing ourselves to be imperfect, and the need to act even when you are terrified. Lees meer
We also respond to a question from Susan, who wrote: "There is a hilarious song by Morrissey called 'We Hate it When Our Friends Become Successful' and I am wondering if you have lost any friends along the way. Do you notice some people just getting standoffish, angry or acting differently the more you succeed?"
Mentioned:
Sign up for Free Art2Life workshop
Brene Brown TED talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JjNtWRBdXws
Caroline Goyder ‘Find Your Voice’ book - available for pre-order: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Find-Your-Voice-Confidence-Situation/dp/1785042831
Caroline in action with some tips for speaking with confidence: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0325A8-_A4
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"Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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What to Do When You feel Like Giving Up [51]
14 januari 2020 · 53 min
At one time or another, most of us have considered giving up making our art. In this episode, we share our own experiences and discuss why this feeling arises. Perhaps we have ambitions that exceed our current skill level and this leads to disappointment with the results. Sometimes, we are not creating what we really want to create, leading to boredom and burn-out. It is also common for people to become discouraged when they lack a support system and even when they have a spouse or partner who actively discourages their art-making. The conversation leads us to conclude that all these issues can be addressed - we can find support elsewhere, we can improve our skills through education and practice, and we can start to make art that we really love instead of just doing the same old thing. Lees meer
This week we also tackle the topic of returning after a break and offer our different perspectives on how to get back into your work after the holidays.
Mentioned
Find out about Alice's Connected Artist Club and join the interest list here: https://alicesheridan.com/artists/
Link to louise’s Flickr album of self portraits https://www.flickr.com/photos/63799511@N05/albums/72157663186899771
Link to studio tidy post How to Kon Mari Your Studio
See Alice's sketchbook progress page HERE
Nour the artist/Ocado delivery driver!
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"Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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How do You Define Success? [50]
7 januari 2020 · 54 min
In our first episode of 2020, we tackle the idea of success. Many of us have been planning for the new year, but what is it that we want to achieve? Is money the ultimate measure of success? Is recognition more important? What about our success as a friend or spouse or parent? In this episode, we dig into our own personal definitions and, as with most things, we find that there is no one right answer. We also discuss how much our ideas of success change over time - what we wanted at 25 is never going to be the same as what we want 20 years later. Lees meer
Our conversation also covers second-hand art books, a Tate Modern exhibition that Alice really didn't like, and the newest star on Tik-Tok (the world's fastest growing social media platform).
Mentioned:
Alice's Wait list for Connected Artist Club: https://www.alicesheridan.com/artists
Charlie D'Amelio on Tik-Tok: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lF0ysSzsNFc&t=56s
Gary Vee interviews Charli D'Amelio: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FpEszCguMJU
Olafur Eliasson at Tate Modern: https://www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-modern/exhibition/olafur-eliasson
Youtube millionaire: https://www.youtube.com/user/SunnyLenarduzzi
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"Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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Looking Forward to 2020 [49]
31 december 2019 · 53 min
We had planned to take break this week, but we just couldn't do it! So, here we are with a bonus episode all about preparing for a new year. This year, we are taking very different approaches - Alice is relaxing into letting things happen in an easy way, while Louise has spent some time defining clear goals and then breaking them down into scheduled tasks. This is a reversal of roles from prior years and so in this episode, we dive into what is driving both of us. Why has super-organised Alice not yet started to develop a plan? Why has laissez-faire Louise suddenly decided to create highly structured plans? It turns out that we have both made these changes to address what didn't work for us in prior years and to suit our individual preferences. And this is so important ... there are many different ways of approaching new year's planning and there is no right or wrong. What most matters is to find a way of working that is right for you. Lees meer
We also share what has excited and inspired us ... for Alice it was watching Brian Rutenberg's YouTube videos (specifically Studio Visit 48) and for Louise, it was realising how important social media has been in finding her target audience.
Mentioned:
Find out about Alice's Connected Artist Club and join the interest list here: https://alicesheridan.com/artists/
Brian Rutenberg: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cp3017D6Tkc
The book recommendations episode: https://anchor.fm/dashboard/episode/e6chml
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"Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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Risk and Adventure (in Art and Life) [48]
17 december 2019 · 1 uur 2 min
The last module of Louise’s Find Your Voice course is all about risk and adventure. Alice has just been on an adventure of her own - one that Louise also could have experienced but chose not to. This week, we discuss how important risk and adventure are in our work and in our lives. Can we have one without the other? Do we tend to take risks in some areas of our lives while avoiding them in others? And what is the payoff when we do venture out of our comfort zone? Lees meer
We also discuss the emergence of new things in our work. How do we know when a new direction is meaningful as opposed to being an aberration? How do we choose which ideas to follow and which to let go? Do we actually need to decide anything or can we just let the work develop?
Mentioned:
Haramara, Mexico https://haramararetreat.com/
Barns Courtney https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IrV90gXmOpA
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Who Do You Think You Are? Imposter Syndrome with Rachel Davis [47]
10 december 2019 · 53 min
Rachel Davis joins Louise as a special guest this week for a fascinating mindset discussion.. Rachel is an artist, a practicing psychologist, and a creativity coach, making her especially qualified to discuss this week's topic - imposter syndrome. First identified in 1978, this is a psychological pattern in which an individual doubts their accomplishments and has a fear of being exposed as a "fraud." Imposter syndrome can be pervasive (affecting all areas of your life) or situational (for example, only arising when you have your own gallery show or the first time you book a stand at an art fair) but it is estimated that 70% of the population has experienced it at some time. Rachel and I discuss our own experiences with imposter syndrome, debate whether artists are especially vulnerable to it, and share our strategies for overcoming the issue when it arises for you. Lees meer
Mentioned
Rachel Davis art and creativity coaching: https://www.racheldavisstudio.com/
Rachel's psychology website: http://www.drruthkalb.com/
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When Does It Pay to Plan Ahead? [46]
3 december 2019 · 52 min
As artists sometimes we are not that organised... we like to be free spirits, right? But this really doesn't work if we want to move our careers forward and take advantage of all the opportunities available to us. This week, we discuss our own approaches to planning for events such as exhibitions, contests, art fairs and workshops. Louise admits that she has missed out several times because of a lack of planning, while Alice has developed a system to ensure this doesn't happen. As we chat, we share practical tips and strategies including how to find the opportunities in your area, and what dates to monitor. Lees meer
We also share our excitement at having created paintings that feel different - and are either the best things we've ever done, or destined for the bonfire. We're really not sure which!
Mentioned
Lund Studios https://www.lundstudios.co.uk/courses-2020
Courses at Seawhite Studios https://www.emilyballatseawhite.co.uk/
Discerning Eye https://discerningeye.org/exhibition/intro.php
Royal Institute of Painters in Watercolours, Mall Galleries (ENTRY DEADLINE: Friday January 3rd 2020) https://www.mallgalleries.org.uk/call-for-entries/open-exhibitions/royal-institute-painters-water-colours
Royal Academy Summer Exhibition (OPEN 6 Jan - 17 Feb) https://www.royalacademy.org.uk/exhibition/summer-exhibition-2019
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The Mystery of Art: Should We Share Our Creative Techniques? [45]
26 november 2019 · 55 min
This week, we're diving into a topic we've both wondered about ... how much should we share? If we let people in to all aspects of our creative process, does our art lose its mystery? Do collectors really want to see the good, the bad and the ugly of our artistic process? And what about sharing with other artists? Should we keep some things as trade secrets? If we share everything, are we worried about people copying us? During our conversation, we share some of the benefits we've both experienced from sharing our work, our processes and our creative lives. We also discuss the potential pitfalls of being open and honest. Lees meer
Later, we answer a listener question from Wendy about substrates ... why do we choose to work on boards or canvas or paper? What factors do we weigh and how does that decision impact our work? All this, plus the week's inspiration, which includes a kick-ass group of artists and the story of how one amazing woman turned hardship into massive success.
Mentioned:
Thought for the Day: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p07vp1z4
Wharfedale Grange wedding venue: https://www.wharfedalegrange.co.uk/
Louise's free acrylics video: https://www.louisefletcherart.com/acrylics/
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How to Sell More Art with Nicholas Wilton [44]
19 november 2019 · 56 min
This week, we welcome a special guest. Lees meer
Nicholas Wilton is a Californian painter who also runs a successful online art course called The Creative Visionary Program (a course both Alice and Louise have taken in the past). Nicholas has an unusual take on the age-old topic of selling art - and it's one that might surprise you. In this special conversation, we discuss his counter-intuitive ideas (such as the fact that the more unique your art becomes, the more others can relate to it); share our own art-making processes; discuss the value of working in a series; and consider the role intuition plays in our creative process.
We also touch on the power of found materials, and learn about the profound changes that Nick and Alice are experiencing in their work. This is a conversation that is sure to energise and inspire you.
This is also the last week to join our exciting end-of-year event which started in Monday. “Your Best Art Year Ever” is an interactive live 5-day event during which we are sharing our approach to planning for success. There will be chat, laughs, sound advice, a chance to ask questions, and even a few free downloads so that you can plan your own “best art year ever.” You can join the Facebook group now and catch up with anything you missed. Join HERE.
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Your Best Art Year Ever event: https://www.facebook.com/groups/425384981672761/
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How to Make it Easy to Gift Your Art [43]
12 november 2019 · 56 min
As the holidays approach, we discuss how you can encourage others to give your art as a gift (or to ask for your art as a gift). The challenge, of course, is that art is a highly personal choice, so buyers might be concerned about "getting it wrong." We put our heads together and came up with a range of tips and tricks designed to make it easy and risk-free for someone to give your art to a loved one. Our ideas range from the types of products you offer, to the ways in which you allow people to buy. Lees meer
This is also the last week to join our exciting end-of-year event scheduled for the week of November 18th. “Your Best Art Year Ever” will be an interactive live 5-day event during which we will share our approach to planning for success. There will be chat, laughs, sound advice, a chance to ask questions, and even a few free downloads so that you can plan your own “best art year ever.” You can join the Facebook group now and start to get to know everyone, so that you’re ready for when we start on November 18th. You can sign up HERE. No sales pitch, no sign-up.
Mentioned:
Your Best Art Year Ever event: https://www.facebook.com/groups/425384981672761/
Paypal credit: https://www.paypal.com/uk/webapps/mpp/paypal-virtual-credit
Kevin Ghiglione: https://ghiglione.ca/critique
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Are Art Fairs Actually any Good for Artists? [42]
5 november 2019 · 52 min
This week we’re discussing art fairs. We both have a slightly different perspective on these events - one of our rare disagreements - so today we’re tackling it head on. Louise asks: “Are art fairs really a viable sales vehicle for most of us? Or are many artists paying high fees to rent space without earning a return on the investment? Lees meer
We debate our differing viewpoints and discuss how you can determine whether an art fair might be the right place to show your work. This includes considerations such as whether you are ready for this step, what kind of fair would suit you best, is the event well-run and well-attended, and how do art fairs fit into your overall plans?
We also announce an exciting end-of-year event scheduled for the week of November 18th. “Your Best Art Year Ever” will be an interactive live 5-day event during which we will share our approach to planning for success. There will be live chat, laughs, sound advice, a chance to ask questions, and even a few free downloads so that you can plan your own “best art year ever.” You can join the Facebook group now and start to get to know everyone, so that you’re ready for when we start on November 18th. Just click HERE to join.
Mentioned:
Alice's post about finishing paintings: https://alicesheridan.com/after-finished-painting/
Louise's video about sealing and framing paintings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x435LhnbrzU
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Coaching Creativity with Judith Morgan [40]
22 oktober 2019 · 1 uur
Today's special guest believes creatives best get clear "with our mouths open" . Talking, and more importantly, listening is key to her role as a coach. Judith Morgan has been coaching for 15 years and Alice's coach - rather on a whim - for the past 5 years and today we are talking about what exactly coaching involves, sharing some of the practices which have helped many different creative entrepreneurs and discussing impatience, creating a sanctuary, the impact of emotions, leaving an imprint and the risks of helping others at your own expense. Lees meer
If you've ever wondered about how coaching could help you, we hope this might clarify your ideas about what to look for to choose the right way for you. After all, that's what we both strongly believe is the only way. Do you agree?
Mentioned:
Find Judith's book "Your Biz Your Way" HERE
If you'd like to get in touch with Judith, the best way is to message through her Facebook page
Find Own It the podcast HERE
Read some of the stories behind the Peter Doig exhibition at Michael Werner gallery HERE
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The Role of Intention in Our Work [39]
15 oktober 2019 · 1 uur 1 min
Alice is feeling a shift in direction and has been exploring the idea of intention for her work. This sparks a discussion about the role of intention in art-making. Do we need it? Do we have to decide it right from the start? Or can we find it as we go? Lees meer
We explore the pros and cons of intention in a discussion that ranges from the compositions of an art-making chimpanzee to Steve Jobs’ wise words about how we can connect the dots.
We also discuss the perennial topic of studio flooring, ponder the challenges of teaching art workshops and reveal our thoughts about fancy dress (Gold star if you can guess which one of us has never ever worn a fancy dress costume!)
The Art Juice book list
Brian Rutenberg Clear Seeing Places https://www.amazon.co.uk/Clear-Seeing-Place-Studio-Visits/dp/0997442301
Steve Jobs speech https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UF8uR6Z6KLc
Congo the chimp https://news.artnet.com/exhibitions/congo-late-chimpanzee-painter-whose-work-sold-thousands-will-solo-show-december-1671976
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Our Ultimate Guide to Artist Books & "Is My Work Any Good?" [38]
8 oktober 2019 · 53 min
In this special episode we discuss some of the books that have inspired us over the years. Our choices may seem surprising but we hope they are all enlightening. They include a collection of letters from one poet to another, a book on marketing (with a twist), two very different artist-written books, and two diverse guides to living an easier and more joyful life. We could not fit all our recommended books into one podcast, so we've created a special download for you with a total of 14 amazing reads. (see below for links). Even if you think some of these books are not for you, it might be worth trusting us and trying them anyway - each one contains amazing wisdom to enrich our lives and our art-making. Lees meer
We also answer a listener question about how to judge our work. Is there any such thing as a perfect painting? And how do we know if what we are making is good? In fact, who decides what is good?
Links:
Download your "Ultimate (unusual) Book Recommendations for Artists" HERE.
Find further book suggestions on THIS Instagram post
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Flying Your Freak Flag: The Power of Exposing Yourself [37]
1 oktober 2019 · 44 min
Most of us spend our lives trying to fit in; to get it right; to avoid causing offence. If we have unusual personality traits or experiences, we tend to keep them hidden from all but our closest friends. Lees meer
This episode was conceived after a personal conversation during which Alice shared a major event in her life. That event played a major role in the way her art has developed and yet she has not discussed it publicly until now. We explore how such experiences can shape our art and whether this is something we should share with others. Does it help us connect with art buyers more authentically? Or is it too much information? And what are the potential downsides of being open about our lives?
Our discussion touches on the work of Brenee Brown, covers what to do if you don't like exposing yourself, and includes a brief discussion of whether galleries approve of artists being vulnerable online. We also catch up with Alice after her workshop in Yorkshire and hear how she kept herself occupied during over 12 hours of driving (spoiler alert: there was singing!).
Mentioned
Brene Brown Dare to Lead
Brene Brown TED talk on shame
Louise's sketchbook from Alice's workshop
David Tress book
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Kickstarting your Email Marketing: Why it's Important and How to do it Right [36]
24 september 2019 · 1 uur 3 min
This week we’re diving into the topic of email and newsletters. For many artists, the thought of sending a regular email is daunting (what do you say? How do you say it?) Others haven’t even collected email addresses in the past. Lees meer
We’re hoping today’s discussion will inspire you to get started and/or to crank up your current efforts. The truth is that email has an important role to play in your marketing mix. Yes social media is important, but when someone gives you their email address, they are taking a step closer to you - giving you a valuable opportunity to make and keep a connection.
We share tips, discuss areas where we could improve, and invite you to sign up for both our newsletters, so you can experience what happens when you do. All this as well as Bake-Off chat, new studio news and the exciting nature of the creative cycle.
Mentioned
https://alicesheridan.com/see-more/
https://www.louisefletcherart.com/newsletter-artists
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How Finding Your "Why" Can Transform Your Art [35]
17 september 2019 · 1 uur 3 min
Today’s discussion was inspired by a book and TED talk by Simon Sinek, both entitled ‘Find Your Why.’ Sinek's main point is that when you know the purpose of what you are doing, it is so much easier to make the right decisions, achieve good results, and sell it to others. Lees meer
As artists, we can explore this on several levels - why do I make my art? Why am I making this particular series of paintings? And, at the granular level, why am I making this one specific painting?
Our wide-ranging conversation spans the desire to create things, the need to be seen, the drive to communicate our internal experience, and whether what we are really seeking is love. (Deep stuff!) We also get into how you find your purpose. It isn’t something you can just come up with in 5 minutes. For most of us, it is a gradual process of discovery and it arises from the work we do. We also acknowledge that so much of this changes over time - even if we know our why at this moment, it may well change in future years.
Mentioned
Simon Sinek TED talk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4ZoJKF_VuA
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Working for Hire: What to Consider about Commissions [34]
10 september 2019 · 1 uur
This week's discussion was sparked by a question we received from a listener. AJ asked this question about commissions: “I am an up and coming artist with a handful of commission requests. I would love to learn about the professional way to handle commissions. How do you and Alice do this? How much do your charge? What do you do about edits? Should the client pay upfront or give a deposit?” Lees meer
The question led us into an interesting debate about how formalised a commission process should be. Alice sets clear parameters and her process has worked very well for her, while Louise has found that any kind of commitment feels heavy. She is therefore taking a much more informal approach (including refusing commissions unless they feel just right).
We discuss practicalities (pricing, process, deposits etc), share our successes (as well as those that didn't go so well), and debate the pluses and minuses of allowing client input during the creative process.
In the end, we both agree that there is no one-size-fits-all "professional" methodology and that the most important thing is for each artist to determine an approach that works for him or her (and make the parameters very clear to the buyer in advance).
This week we also share some exciting studio news, celebrate the success of a fellow artist, and (literally) get a little bit potty-mouthed (!)
Mentioned:
Zandra Stratford's show at https://afternynegallery.com (Until Sept 21st)
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Are You Expecting to Hit the Mark Every Time? And is it Wrong to Use a Camera? [33]
3 september 2019 · 56 min
Do you feel the need for a “good” result every time you paint? Or hope for a painting that looks good at every stage? Lees meer
This can bring an added stress to making art and limit your ability to experiment. We discuss what might be at the bottom of this, quite natural, desire to feel satisfied and how we can work this into our process.
Also, one listener asks "Am I not going to move forward in my art if I keep using my phone?" and we have some ideas of the advantages and disadvantages of using your phone as a recorder and where it may be holding you back.
Mentioned:
Kyle Cease podcast interview - creativity and taking that one step (Warning; curse words!)
https://podtail.com/en/podcast/you-made-it-weird-with-pete-holmes/kyle-cease/
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The Ebb and Flow of Creativity with Megan Woodard-Johnson [32]
27 augustus 2019 · 1 uur 12 min
Settle down, you are in for a treat in this discussion of the artist as problem solver! Lees meer
Megan Woodard Johnson is a mixed media artist who layers vintage paper ephemera with paint, various drawing media and found objects to tell evocative stories within her work.
Alice talks with Megan about that fact that an artist's growth is rarely linear and how we can only make sense of it all when we look backwards at everything that happened.
The wide-ranging discussion also covered building a creative practice alongside a family, how to find honest critiques of your work, and how new classes and experiences can invigorate us as artists. Megan also offered practical tips for loading your car (!), teaching workshops, and how creative collaborations can allow you to blossom.
Mentioned:
See more of Megan’s work at:
http://www.meganwoodardjohnson.com/
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https://www.instagram.com/meganwoodardjohnsonart/
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Listening for the Whisper of Intuition in Your Creative Process with Jacqui Fehl [31]
20 augustus 2019 · 50 min
“If I had to describe my work, I would say that it is a blend of grunge, whimsy and outsider.” Lees meer
In our first breakout week, Louise is in discussion with artist Jacqui Fehl . Influenced by music, lyrics, feelings, stories, other artists, and the materials themselves, Jacqui’s art is as varied as her ever changing hair – sometimes light, humorous and colourful , while at other times serious with a touch of dark.
In this podcast, Jacqui and Louise dive deeply into issues around the creative process, scaling up your work, your personal voice and and how we define success.
Part of the conversation centred on this quote:
"It quite frequently happens that you’re just treading water for quite a long time. Nothing really dramatic seems to be happening. … And then suddenly everything seems to lock together in a different way. It’s like a crystallization point where you can’t detect any single element having changed. There’s a proverb that says that the fruit takes a long time to ripen, but it falls suddenly … And that seems to be the process."
Brian Eno
Mentioned:
See more of Jacqui’s work at:
https://www.jacquifehl.com
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Tears & Tantrums: What to Do When Things Don’t Go as Planned [30]
13 augustus 2019 · 55 min
Things haven’t gone to plan chez Alice and Louise this week. Alice’s much anticipated summer break was swamped by rain, meaning a lot of wet walks and NONE of the planned sketchbook days out. To compound the situation, she also lost internet which meant she couldn’t catch up on important work. Louise worked for months on an online course, only to be let down by Zoom, YouTube and Mailchimp all on the same evening. The result was less than pretty! Lees meer
Given these mini-disasters, we discuss how we react when things go wrong. It’s easy to say ‘put things into perspective’ but do we need to feel that emotion first? And if so, is there a way to feel the emotion, but also keep things in perspective?
We also answer a question about art degrees. One listener is considering whether to go for an MA. We acknowledge that being an artist is about learning and stretching yourself, but we wonder whether taking an advanced degree is a safe option that simply postpones the inevitable time when you have to do this for yourself anyway.
We would love to hear you views on this topic too, if you’ve taken an MA, what did you feel it gave you?
Mentioned:
Louise's course - Find Your Joy
Two Dots - you really don’t want to waste your time on this (unless you are only human!)
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Working as a Female Artist in a Man's World [29]
6 augustus 2019 · 52 min
This week we’re discussing gender and how it influences the way we work. The high-end art world continues to be dominated by men and yet attend any workshop and most of the artists there will be women. Are female artists victims of a sexist society? Or are we actually holding ourselves back? We discuss how our parents influenced our attitudes, how women’s tendency to care for others can hinder us, and how we might make our way confidently in a man’s world without resorting to mimicking our male colleagues. We also wonder why some men take up two seats on a plane instead of just one! Lees meer
(Damn! Should have scrolled further down the page… look at this article!!! By 40 women’s confidence grows to match men and post 60 is greater!!!!! There is hope :-)
Alice has been taking and collecting selected work from exhibitions
You can see three paintings as part of The Annual Exhibition Society of Women Artists at The Mall Galleries Tuesday 24th Sep at 4.00 to Sunday 29th September.
Mentioned:
Alice’s mum’s book (for a great summer read) is called 'The Baby Box' by Jane Hayward
Buy the hard copy direct: https://janehayward.blog/book/
Or on Amazon HERE
Find the Olafur Eliasson documentary Alice mentioned HERE
The exhibition is on at Tate Modern until 20 January 2020
'The War of Art' by Steven Pressfield HERE
'Art and Fear' by David Bayles and Ted Orland HERE
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Summer sketchbooks and charitable donations [28]
30 juli 2019 · 1 uur 5 min
We discuss our different approaches to summer - Louise doesn’t slow down in summer and in fact, her online course is about to start which means she is working even harder. Alice has children, which means her summers have always been a time for family. Even with the best will in the world, it’s almost impossible to work while caring for young children so she has always had to find ways of creating that could be squeezed into the gaps around family time. This has included other creative projects including home decor, gardening, cooking, and reading the art books that she has never got round to. We also discuss sketchbooks and the different ways we have both used them. Lees meer
Oh, and also we started a hashtag for sharing how you are keeping in touch with your art practice over the summer!!
Use #artjuicesummer on Instagram
Our audience question is about charity donations: The listener wrote: “Had my fill this week. Would make an interesting podcast. The tactics they use to get free artwork. How to say no. How to not feel guilty. If I’m targeted then others artists must be too.”
We have a slight reframe on this one … listen for ideas on how you can turn this around so it works for you AND for the charities you choose to support.
Mentioned:
Find your Joy FREE mini course runs Aug 2nd - 10th and you can sign up HERE
Simple sketchbooks for the sketchbook in a day project HERE
Buy us a coffee and support the podcast here
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Credits
"Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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Navigating Change in our Art [27]
23 juli 2019 · 59 min
This week we’re talking about transitions - those times when our work moves into a new phase. Perhaps it comes upon us almost without us noticing - perhaps we make a conscious decision, but either way, change can be both exciting and unsettling. Lees meer
Louise is preparing to start new work in a few weeks time, and feeling pulled in several directions which feel unrelated.
Alice has started new work that could be seen as re-visiting an earlier interest. We talk about letting ideas go, and giving them time to develop, how you can recognise transition moments. And when you should be on alert that perhaps some new transition is needed to fire up your creative life again.
We also discuss a listener question from someone feeling impatient and wondering "how long did things take to start gaining momentum in terms of sales and can you see what this was linked to?"
Mentioned:
Find your Joy FREE mini course runs Aug 2nd - 10th and you can sign up HERE
Buy us a coffee
Submit a question at bit.ly/artjuicepodcast
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Credits
"Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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How to be a Happy Artist and Find your Voice [26]
16 juli 2019 · 1 uur 2 min
This one is a biggie... What does it mean to find our voice as an artist? How do we discover what we want to create? Especially as that may change over time. Lees meer
After a week of admin Louise believes the answer lies in following what you love. To do that you need to learn to play, which is something many people struggle with.
Alice wonders what happens when you enjoy the process, but not the end result? She believes you may need to let go of some ‘rules’ so that you can discover your own questions; questions that will guide your art as you develop your process.
If this is something you would like to explore, then join Louise for her "Find your Joy" FREE mini course which kicks off on 2nd August
We also discuss a listener question about what size paintings work best for galleries.... can you guess what we have to say about that?!
Mentioned:
Find your Joy FREE mini course runs Aug 2nd - 10th and you can sign up HERE
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Credits
"Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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A Splash of Colour: Personal & Practical Approaches to Colour Mixing [25]
9 juli 2019 · 57 min
This week’s main topic was inspired by a listener who wrote: “I was hoping you could talk about colour mixing/ opposed to buying already mixed colours. I'm wanting to invest in new paint, I’d just like to hear your opinion on different paints & colour mixing etc.” Lees meer
This question led us into a discussion of colour and the way we use it in our work. For both of us, it is quite an important focus, but our preferred palettes are quite different. We discuss the emotional resonance of certain colours; the power of surprising ourselves; the freedom that can come (paradoxically) with a limited palette; and mixing colours versus using them straight from the tube. We also discuss the relativity of colour, and Alice shares her approach of choosing one hero colour for each painting.
In the end, colour is an incredibly personal thing, and each artist approaches it in a different way. Some artists study colour theory, some spend hours mixing in a sketchbook, and some choose colours totally intuitively. And this is perhaps the most important point to come out of our discussion - we both believe that your use of colour should be guided not be rules or by what you think other artists would do, but by your own preferences and your goals for your work.
Mentioned
True Colors sign-up (featuring Alice's lessons)
Joseph Albers - Interaction of Colour
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Credits
"Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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Fuel Your Success by Sharing Your Creative Process [24]
2 juli 2019 · 55 min
As artists we have unprecedented opportunities to market ourselves and our work. We no longer have to rely on galleries or agents - the internet allows us to connect directly with potential buyers. Sharing our creative process is a highly effective way to do this, and video can be a wonderful way to satisfy people’s interest. Lees meer
This week, we discuss different ways to get started with video, including how to create a video without appearing in it, how you can use Facebook “lives,” and why Instagram stories might be a good way to get started.
We also acknowledge the vulnerability that comes with sharing our creative practice and get the giggles about some of the not-so-nice comments we have received. But we both agree that the benefits far outweigh the (extremely rare) mean remarks. If we want people to see our art, we have to let them see us.
This week’s inspirations are all about taking time out for ourselves, and we answer a listener question about how to look at Instagram without becoming demoralised.
Finally, we say a huge thank you to everyone who donated by buying us a coffee - your contributions are greatly appreciated.
Mentioned
Louise’s videos on Facebook
Curable app
Lisa Bean video course
Alice blooper reel
Links
Buy us a coffee
Submit a question at bit.ly/artjuicepodcast
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Credits
"Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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Learn from Two (Very Different) Open Studios [23]
25 juni 2019 · 53 min
How do you do it? Open studios events vary widely across the UK and around the world. In this episode, we share our very different experiences, contrasting an event that spans over 3,000 square miles with one that covers an area of just 3 square miles. We discuss the things we got right, the lessons we learned, and what we’d like to change going forward. Lees meer
We also dive into our sales and wonder how many of them were due to event publicity versus our own following online or past collectors. Despite the fact that our two events varied in almost every way, we agree that the experience was an extremely positive one - not only from the perspective of sales, but also because the events allowed us to meet people we have previously only known online, and to have lovely, encouraging conversations about our work. If there is an event in your area, we both agree it’s worth getting involved.
A few thoughts and ideas:
People enjoy seeing work in progress, sketchbooks and anything you can do to show how you make your work
It’s a plus to have things at all different price ranges so that people can choose the level of investment that suits them … this can include cards, prints or small works on paper.
It’s a good idea to offer an incentive for visitors to leave an email address - perhaps a raffle for a small painting?
If someone likes a painting but doesn’t buy, get an email address and follow up with a photo.
How it feels isn’t always how it actually is, so track your data (counting visitors, sales etc).
Follow up after the event with an email thanking visitors and collectors.
This week, we also introduce our new Ko-fi.com page. This is an easy and inexpensive way to help support the podcast. We hope to offer more than just our weekly chat, but the demands of the podcast are making that challenging. Your support would enable us to hire some help. If you’d like to help out with a one-time or a monthly donation, you can "buy us a coffee" us at Ko-fi.com/artjuice
In this pac…
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Are limiting beliefs holding you back? [22]
18 juni 2019 · 49 min
Many artists carry around ideas and beliefs that don’t serve us, and which actually often don’t even feel like beliefs. Instead, they feel like established facts. It’s only when we recognise the problem, that we can start to challenge the thoughts that are preventing our next move - and replace them with something more effective. Lees meer
We discuss some of the more common limiting beliefs held by artists - things like “there are too many artists,” “I’ll never be good enough,” “there’s no money in art,” or “the place I live is no good for selling art.” We also share some of our own limiting beliefs and discuss the strategies we have used to overcome them, including EFT, hypnosis, talking with friends, and learning new ways to approach our thoughts.
Alice points out that a belief is just a thought that you keep thinking and suggests a step-by-step approach to shift through any unhelpful belief.
1. Identify a belief that is keeping you stuck or small. Observe it gently, become aware of it and how it is keeping you held back. Thank it for the opportunity to bust it open.
2. Acknowledge the truth within your belief and then ask yourself: "Is this belief ultimately true for me?" Gather all the evidence to prove why it doesn't have to be true (like pouring water on a fire).
3. Write a new story and adopt this as your new, more supportive belief.
4. Use affirmations to reinforce the story (although Alice points out that you need to believe them!)
Even if you replace all your current limiting beliefs, new ones may arise to take their place, but we both feel that having a process to deal with them is the key to ongoing success.
We also answer a listener question about whether it's appropriate to announce sales with social media posts or red dots. We both agree on this one - communicating our success is a key part of presenting ourselves effectively to the outside world and there is nothing to be ashamed or feel icky about. But we also agree that humility is important to bala…
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Why you should break the rules of mixed media [21]
11 juni 2019 · 52 min
Our main topic was inspired by a question from a listener, who asked ‘why on earth would you use oil pastel with acrylics!” He went on to say “Surely this will lead to problems later in the longevity of the paintings? Oil and water just do not mix after all!” This question launches a wide-ranging discussion into the way we use materials and the risks we are willing to take. We also ask whether materials experimentation should be reserved for certain times, or is it OK to experiment mid-painting. We share some of the mistakes we’ve made with various media, and we debunk some common concerns. Lees meer
At the root of it all, we agree that oil and water don't mix - and we think that's the fun of using them together! We both believe that risk-taking has been a key factor in our artistic development and we share a belief that you can’t know in advance which media or technique will be a catalyst for new adventures - the chance element is surely part of the journey?
But we also make no claim to technical expertise and cannot promise that our paintings will last hundreds of years. In the end, we feel the trade-off between utmost creativity and guaranteed longevity is worth it - you may not agree and that is totally fine. We all make these decisions for ourselves.
Other topics include "a-ha" moments with technology, coping with busy open events as an introvert, and venturing into outsourcing.
Mentioned:
Artists at Home Open Studios in West London 14-16th June
Find all the details here
See fuller show notes on our websites:
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www.louisefletcherart.com
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Are you a Frog in Hot Water - or When is it Time to Delegate? [20]
4 juni 2019 · 59 min
Do you ever feel like a boiling frog? So busy that you don't notice that "enjoyably in demand" has turned into "totally overwhelmed and frazzled?" As artists, it's often a challenge to ask for help - partly because some of our work HAS to be done by us, and partly because we can't accept that anyone could do things as well as we do! Lees meer
If you feel like you don't have enough time to get everything done, you're not alone. We ask if systems and tools can help you plan your time, how being honest with your choices makes all the difference, and when it is really time to delegate tasks. (And if it IS time, how on earth do you decide which ones and who to trust?!) We also discuss overwhelm in the context of preparing for exhibitions - we have some ideas of how to display unfinished work and wonder if perhaps someone will fall in love with the raw unfinished state of a work in progress. (and then what do you do?)
So many questions! And even if we don't have all the answers, we're happy to share how we each manage hectic schedules and packed 'to do' lists.
Mentioned:
Louise showing at North Yorkshire Open Studios final weekend 8th & 9th June
Louise is enjoying using some lustrous paint from Art2Life Alice has been to the Central St Martins degree show with mixed feelings, but struck by large scale paintings by Troy Rosewell
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Credits
"Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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Are Artists Ever Satisifed? [19]
28 mei 2019 · 52 min
This week, we discuss why so many artists are driven to continually change … is this the natural state of all artists? Or do we vary in this? We consider the benefits of settling into a subject matter and a way of working (there are benefits that include easier branding and consistent audience growth) but ultimately we accept that it's a matter of personality type and that neither of us is able to stay in one place with our work for too long. There are of course, pluses and minuses to this … and we explore some of them in a wide-ranging conversation that covers studio size, ways of working, Ted Hughes, running, and even Eastenders! This one is sure to get you thinking... Lees meer
Mentioned:
Louise's new work
Ted Hughes' poem "Wind"
Couch to 5K app
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Credits
"Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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Tips for Artist Open Studios [18]
21 mei 2019 · 54 min
Open Studio season is coming up... whether you are an old hand or this is your first year showing in this way we have some ideas for promotion and things to do in advance, during and after so that you make the best of your Open House events this year. Lees meer
We are also discussing inspiration boards and reminders of what makes us tick in our work - whether that's recognition of a slowly developing series, and what happens when you try to make a painting because you feel you "should".
For full listings of ideas for Open Studio please check through to our full podcast notes at:
https://alicesheridan.com/artjuice18
OR
https://www.louisefletcherart.com/open-studios/
Mentioned:
CyTwombly at Bastian (until 15th June 2019)
https://www.galleriesnow.net/shows/cy-twombly-natural-history/
Gerhard Richter at Gagosian “Overpainted Photographs” (until 8th June 2019)
https://gagosian.com/exhibitions/2019/gerhard-richter-overpainted-photographs/
How to make a mood board
https://alicesheridan.com/how-to-create-a-mood-board-for-your-art/
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Credits
"Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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Rising to New Challenges in Marketing & Promotion [17]
14 mei 2019 · 49 min
This wide-ranging discussion was sparked by recent projects. These new challenges have required us to stretch ourselves - to learn new technologies, to develop new skills and to get comfortable with promotion. We discuss the blocks to developing the required skills - including fear of failure and worrying about negative reactions - and offer our own perspectives along with concrete tips and solutions. We also explore the difference between working on promotion for someone else, and versus doing it for ourselves, and discuss procrastination - when is it simply our need to slow down and move step by step? Lees meer
In addition, we share our perspectives on approaching galleries. Should you really be nervous about this, or can you re-frame the issue and think about new galleries as potential business partners?
Ways to let people know about what you have to offer!
Instagram: bio text, link page, post, post shared to your story, story talking, story as a fixed image
Facebook: as well as within posts in multiple ways, you can create an event, share to a relevant group, update your FB Page header
Website: add a section to your home page and then link with more details to a blog post, or a new page, add that to your Menu so people can find it easily. Give people the information or links they need.
Emails:
Send an email to your list (more than once!)
Add a link within your personal email footer
Mentioned
Station Eleven by Emily John Mandel
Stand Out Online by Natasha Courtenay-Smith
The White Hotel by D.M. Thomas
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Credits
"Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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Creating Your Magic Circle [16]
7 mei 2019 · 55 min
Did you know that who you surround yourself with makes a huge difference to your life? Lees meer
Does your family have a creative background? Is your creative streak viewed with suspicion or disbelief. It can be hard to make art if this is what surrounds us so we review our personal histories and how we've made changes to the things which influence our beliefs.
The quote “You’re the average of the five people spend the most time with,” is most often attributed to motivational speaker Jim Rohn, but science backs him up.
What this means is that if your friends are obese, you are much more likely to also be obese. If your friends drink too much, chances are you will too. But how does this impact our art-making? We discuss the importance of having supportive people in our lives and we share some of the ways we have done this for ourselves. We also share our thoughts on minimizing the psychological impact of negative comments as these can derail us if we are not careful. In the end, it comes down to choosing who or what will influence our mindset and making conscious moves to ensure we stay in a good place.
We also talk studio clear-outs and what we have learned about launching a course online (even though it's not our course!)
Mentioned
Tara Leaver
Gary Vaynerchuck
Maz Hawes blog post
Nicholas Wilton
CVP
Study on social influence
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www.alicesheridan.com/podcast
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Credits
"Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License
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How to be selective about submissions [14]
23 april 2019 · 51 min
This week, we’re considering event and exhibition submissions and asking what criteria should we use to decide if something is right for us. We consider both the financial and reputational benefits of events, identifying areas to consider including costs, location, audience match etc. Lees meer
But we also go deeper. This topic unearthed a rare difference of opinion as a result of two different perspectives. In the end, we both agree that submission decisions shouldn’t be made in a vacuum - but rather as an element of your wider strategy.
We also discuss fear of sharing work-in-progress, the simple joys of returning to art after some time away, and the power of self-belief in determining the level of our success.
Mentioned
You can sign up for the free Art2Life workshop at:
louisefletcherart.com/art2life
alicesheridan.com/art2life
Listings of open exhibitions and events:
https://www.mallgalleries.org.uk/call-for-entries
https://www.artquest.org.uk/opportunities/
https://www.artrabbit.com/artist-opportunities
https://www.artshub.co.uk/callouts/list/-/call-for-artists/
https://www.a-n.co.uk/tag/open-call/
Submit a question at bit.ly/artjuicepodcast
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www.alicesheridan.com/podcast
www.louisefletcherart.com/podcast
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Credits
"Monkeys Spinning Monkeys" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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