Life sure is hectic, isn’t it?? Between work, hobbies, children, and all of the other aspects that make up life as a whole, it can be hard to maintain consistency, clarity, and structure. In this podcast episode, you will hear how I schedule my week as an artist, business owner, and parent. The goal here is to give you some simple tips and ideas that you can incorporate into your daily, weekly, and monthly routines to make staying on top of your many tasks as easy as possible. This routine reflects my current focus on creating art classes, but the ideas can be applied to any creative pursuit ..read more

Instagram: the O.G. photo-sharing social media platform. It was once so beloved by artists, photographers, and day-to-day photo sharers. But now, is it still considered the best social media platform for artists? We are going to dive deep into whether or not that is still the case, or if artists (and other creatives) should be turning towards other platforms such as Twitter, YouTube, Pinterest, or maybe even the app that’s once again in the spotlight—Vero. Figuring out which place to share your creations and content with the world can be challenging. So in today’s episode, we are going to comp ..read more

I’ve been quiet on social media lately but I have been working on something really important - making art fun again! The studio has had a makeover, new art supplies have been ordered and ALL my sketchbooks are out!! Plus, Richie and I have been having some BIG ol' chats about the future direction of the podcast and art biz in general. With a new year coming, it’s time for a change. In this week’s episode, we look back on the last year and talk about the changes we are making to bring more creativity and fun into our lives as we head into 2022. This includes a change in the way that we approach ..read more

This week, Richie and I answer your questions. You’ll hear personal stories including how we met, whether we always wanted children and what’s been the hardest part of our journey so far. We also share business tips on areas such as Facebook advertising and getting started with teaching. One thing you’ll notice is that things are always changing. Being a creative couple is a juggling act that requires plenty of communication and adjustment! There are times when we focus on creative work and feel like we are not being good parents and then there are times when we are very hands-on with our fami ..read more

Can you still grow on Instagram? Is it worth starting a YouTube Channel? When should you leave your day job? Is your art biz covid-proof? Just a few things that come up in today’s chat about making an income from your art. We have talked about this topic many times but these are our latest thoughts and tips taking into account how the world and social media platforms have changed. Plus we talk about the realities of making money from selling art and why teaching is such an important income source for many artists. It’s a juicy one and it’s not just for artists that are starting out. At the end ..read more

I wasn’t sure what to call this week’s episode as we chat about so many things. Yoga, social anxiety, the progress I have been making on my paintings, accounting, books, Netflix - it’s a mixed bag! Then it came to me. While I haven’t been painting as much lately, my life has felt rich with creativity. I’ve had time to discover new passions and I have finally learned how to take breaks and tackle tasks in short bursts. Could it be that I am living a well rounded creative life and finding balance in this busy world? It’s not perfect but it feels like I am on the right path. Or at least the right ..read more

This week, Richie and I are chatting about creative confusion. Sometimes you can think you have your art figured out and then lo and behold you are back at square one, uncertain about where you are heading and what direction you want to take. I have been experiencing this over the past week or two, so it was good to unpack it with Richie. We talk about why my art is changing, the negative impacts of social media on creativity and the advantages of lingering in the experimental phase. At the end of the episode, I share a few ideas that are less about resolving confusion and more about embracing ..read more

In today’s episode, Richie and I chat about showing up when you don’t feel like it. This topic came about because I really didn’t feel like recording a podcast! We also talk about our very different personalities and how they gel in our business as well as our relationship. It’s a short episode but a good one! I hope you really enjoy it. Find the show notes for this episode with all the links at https://www.laurahornart.com/thepodcast/141 Find me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/laurahornart ..read more

Even if you have been painting for years, a new canvas or series can be daunting. This week, Richie and I chat about getting started. This includes surface preparation, studio-set-up and facing the blank canvas (or in my case, wooden boards). While we share tips and ideas for getting prepared and setting up your space, we also talk about the value of jumping right in. Sometimes, the most important thing is that you splash paint and lay down some marks! Plus, we reflect back on last week’s conversation about self-care and stress. We hope you enjoy the conversation and it encourages you to make ..read more

This is a conversation about tea that tastes like dusty flowers, hipsters on YouTube, the lost art of reading books and the wonders of bamboo clothing! It’s a humorous take on a serious topic - stress. Over the past few months, I have been exploring different ways to reduce stress and tension in my daily life. I’ve tried meditation, journaling, reading, yoga, walking, reducing caffeine and more. Shifting the focus of my health journey from losing weight to relieving stress has had some surprising benefits. This isn’t really an art-based episode and I actually stressed a bit about that (oops, s ..read more