Show Notes: Season 4 359 - A Day In The Life Of An Artist - Part 2 If you missed the first episode, go back and listen to episode 358 now. In this episode, hosts John and Barb continue their discussion in part two of "A Day in the Life" of an artist entrepreneur. They talk about the ebb and flow of running an art business, emphasizing the balance between creativity and the technical demands of entrepreneurship. The conversation highlights the essential role of technology in business efficiency and the importance of not getting overwhelmed by the myriad options available. They also discuss the ..read more

Show Notes: Season 4 358 - A Day In The Life Of An Artist In this episode, John and Barb share an intimate look at their lives as artists, instructors, and small business owners. Barb discusses her exciting collaboration with Staedtler, where her artwork is featured on their products, a significant achievement that connects her past with her present role as an artist. John talks about his experiences at the recent international exhibition and his preparation for an upcoming solo show, highlighting the extensive planning involved. The hosts discuss the daily realities of being a full-time arti ..read more

Show Notes: Season 4 357 - Interview with Angie Sotiropoulos In this podcast episode, John and Barb talk with Angie Sotiropoulos. Angie is also Barb’s older sister. :) Angie is the talented artist and creator behind Dragonfly Book Press. She dives into her creative journey and explains her passion for crafting sketchbooks and notebooks. You'll be intrigued to hear about the specific paper she selects for her books. It's a game-changer for colored pencil and watercolor artists, offering the perfect surface for their creations.  And here's a fun fact: she uses the very same paper that arti ..read more

Show Notes: Season 4 357 - Interview with Angie Sotiropoulos In this podcast episode, John and Barb talk with Angie Sotiropoulos. Angie is also Barb’s older sister. :) Angie is the talented artist and creator behind Dragonfly Book Press. She dives into her creative journey and explains her passion for crafting sketchbooks and notebooks. You'll be intrigued to hear about the specific paper she selects for her books. It's a game-changer for colored pencil and watercolor artists, offering the perfect surface for their creations.  And here's a fun fact: she uses the very same paper that arti ..read more

Show Notes: Season 4 356 - Shifting Your Perspective In this podcast episode, John and Barb talk about the topic of creative inspiration, advocating for the use of multiple artistic mediums beyond colored pencils to keep the artistic journey engaging. They note that experimenting with different mediums can sharpen skills like understanding color theory and value. Barb reveals she's taking a one-year intensive art course to hone techniques she felt were lacking. They also discuss the importance of making your art public and taking calculated risks. Both hosts agree that entering art shows can ..read more

Show Notes: Season 4 355 - Interview with Paco Martin In this podcast episode, John speaks with colored pencil artist and instructor Paco Martin. Paco shares how he came to colored pencils after first using graphite and pastels. Paco embarked on his artistic journey with self-taught techniques but soon realized the need for formal training. He initially explored oils and was also drawn to pastels.  However, he found his true artistic voice in colored pencil. It's a medium he feels allows him the greatest expression and realism. Paco's artistic style is meticulous, influenced by his stron ..read more

Show Notes: Season 4 354 - How To Find Inspiration Through Travel In this episode, John and Barb explore how travel can fuel artistic creativity, with John sharing transformative experiences from his trip to India and Barb discussing the inspiration she found in New York City's vibrant landscape.  They offer practical tips for capturing creative moments during travel, such as keeping a camera ready and seeking out artistically interesting locations. They suggest ways to find inspiration even by staying local, in joining local groups, or visiting nearby points of interest as if you're a v ..read more

Show Notes: Season 4 353 - Back To Business In this podcast episode, John and Barb talk about their recent activities, including the CPSA convention in Cincinnati, Barb's book publication, John's year-long teaching of the NSLB series, Barb's move to a new home, as well as other engagements. Here’s the link to check out Barb’s new book: https://barbsotiart.podia.com/money-making-methods-for-artists As always, you can reach out to the show if you’d like to offer any suggestions: podcast@sharpenedartist.com Other Resources for Artists Ready for personal, tailored art mentoring? Check out the ..read more

Show Notes: Season 3 352 - Interview with Author Jeff Goins - Real Artists Don't Starve In this podcast episode, John and Barb speak with best-selling author and keynote speaker Jeff Goins about his book "Real Artists Don't Starve." Goins shares insightful strategies for modern artists, delving into pricing, social media, and techniques to practice one's art out loud. The conversation also examines artistic patronage, tracing its roots back to the historical master artists throughout time. Goins notes that many artists shared similar stories: feeling like they had to choose between chasing th ..read more

Show Notes: Season 3 351 - Things You Need To Stop Telling Yourself Being an artist isn’t just about honing the skills necessary to create art, it’s also about having the right mindset. In this recording Barb and John expose some common myths and beliefs artists have about themselves and their work. Here are a few of the items discussed in the show: I should have started creating art when I was younger I’ll never make money with my art If I switch mediums, that will make all the difference My art will never reach the level of so-and-so’s art Resources discussed in the show: Art ..read more