The Mama Judy and Jill Podcast

In this episode, Mama Judy and I talk about something we both love to participate in: what we call artist playdates! There is such connection and creative growth in coming together with other artisti…

In this episode, Mama Judy and I talk about the importance of carving out a personal space AND time for your art practice. By doing this, you lay the groundwork for creativity and help yourself build…

Remember how we used to make up amazing stories and worlds when we were little? It's easy to lose that magic as we grow up with so many other things going on.

In Episode 11, we're going to talk about …

Our conversation this week is about creating authentic art. Authentic art feels genuine in its creation. It reflects your own, personal style. And it provides a small glimpse into your soul!

In our pr…

In part 2 of Art Can Heal, Mama Judy and I talk with Val Vaganek and look at ways art has helped her overcome trauma and how it continues to.

Using objects from her life that previously triggered pain…

Art can be a powerful force in overcoming pain - both emotional and physical. In Episode #8, Mama Judy and I share our experiences in practicing art as a way to heal from past traumas.

When a person e…

Artists often find themselves caught in the grip of what is commonly known as "comparison syndrome," which bears striking similarities to the toxic mindset we discussed just last week - imposter synd…

As artists continuously aspiring to new creative heights, it’s only natural to question our status along the way. “Am I going the right way?” and “Do I belong here?” are questions worth considering. …

In Episode 5, Mama Judy  and I take a look at perceived mistakes which inevitably occur in the creative process. 

Sometimes, when we're working on our art, we're too focused on making everything perfe…

It’s vacation season for a lot of us, so in Episode 4, we offer tips for maintaining artistic connection throughout our travels.

Whether venturing by road, rail, or sky, there are practical steps we o…

In this episode, Mama Judy and I continue our exploration of finding ways to get “unstuck” and allowing inspiration to guide us to artful action.

Inspiration is all around us, all the time. We share o…

Are you an artist who often finds yourself stuck at the starting line, facing a blank canvas or an empty page?

Join us as we dive into the challenges of beginning a creative project. We share practic…

In our very first podcast episode, we introduce ourselves and highlight our relationships with art. By the way, Mama Judy is a life-long artist, and I’m more of a newbie – so wherever you fall on the…

Welcome to the place where we, Mama Judy (bonus mom) and Jill (bonus daughter), have conversations all about art and the creative process. 

We chat about finding inspiration for artistic expression, c…