I’m an abstract artist and art educator and I’m hellbent on helping my fellow artists redefine their freedom by tapping into their creative spirit. If you want to have a whole lotta fun while you learn about art, creativity, and what it takes to build a thriving art career, you’re in the right place.
Think you need a perfect website to sell your art? Total BS. Here’s what actually matters (and what to skip).
I’ve worked with countless artists who sold plenty before ever hitting “publish” on a sit…
If all you can say about your art is how you made it, you’re missing the point. Process isn’t connection. And connection is everything.
Too many artists default to the “recipe list” when asked about…
What happens when an artist transforms her deepest moments into a thriving community of artists? In this deeply moving episode, returning guest Becky Joan Springer reveals how she turned personal str…
Don’t be caught by surprise. This episode of the Honest Art Podcast will equip you with the must-know topics to protect your art, manage your money, and build a thriving art career. It’s time to beco…
After two traumatic brain injuries, everything changed for Cheri Carandanis. She was forced to give up a distinguished 25-year career as a critical care flight nurse in the U.S. military, where her i…
I’m going to let you in on a secret…my art career took off not by adding more tasks, but by intentionally letting go of a few bad habits. 6 to be precise. It was a surprising shift from the typical "…
Are you censoring your art to please others, or shrinking your voice because you think you're “not enough”? In this episode of the Honest Art Podcast, I’m calling B.S. and challenging artists to stop…
It’s time to ditch the “it’s too late” mindset. My guest on this episode of the Honest Art Podcast, former Studio Elite member Brenda Sulmonetti, proves that you can become an artist at any age.
Tun…
What makes a gallery want to go all in when it comes to representing your art? Listen to this episode to learn the not-so-secrets every emerging artist needs to know. We’ll talk about how to stop pos…
Waiting for the moment when you can turn your art hobby into an art career? This episode of the Honest Art Podcast is all about how to know when it’s time, and what to do once you make that leap. You…
I'm so excited to introduce you to Stacy Solodkin, an abstract artist who embodies authenticity and the power of saying "YES!" to what you love.
Tune in as she shares her inspiring journey of lettin…
Is your creativity losing the battle against life's demands? In this episode, I talk about the uncomfortable truth about why consistency, not talent or inspiration, is the real secret to showing up. …
This guest interview is everything I’ve been waiting to share since 2020. I’ve been a fan of this artist’s work since first glance, and today, I finally get to welcome him to the show.
In this episod…
"Why do you create art?" is a question that stumps many artists, but it’s one everyone should know the answer to. Why? Because your WHY is your most powerful business tool, and getting clear on it ma…
Join me as I welcome art consultant Amy Sawtelle to the show for an insider's look at the world of art consulting. Amy and I talk about how consultants like her bridge the gap between creativity, pas…
The art market is shifting — do you know what it means for your work? In this episode, I’m digging into some surprising shifts reshaping how art is bought and sold today. I’ll cover which demographic…
Ready for some honest talk about the artist’s journey? In this episode, I’m back to answer more of your questions! From the sting of art show rejections and how to know when to keep pushing, to the l…
Let's face it, the words "artist statement" or "bio" are words we artists love to ignore. Working on crafting a statement feels like administrative purgatory, and we’ll avoid it at any cost. But this…
Why would an art podcast feature an episode about supplements? Because our physical well-being directly impacts our creative output!
In this episode of the Honest Art Podcast, I sit down with Alan G…
Flat art? Not anymore. We’re about to add some serious dimension!
In this episode of the Honest Art Podcast, I dive into how texture can elevate your work. You’ll see a few of my favorite ways to do…