Learn to Paint Podcast

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 th…

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…

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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 k…

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 frust…

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 creat…

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 com…

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…

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 …

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 dec…

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 bun…

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. …

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 …

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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 dif…

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 …

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 …

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 advi…

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 fin…

Chris Krupinski discusses the decision that changed her artistic life, how she keeps fear away from her process, and the steps she takes to paint those amazing pieces of fruit. You might be surprised…