Loosen Up Your Painting Podcast
1) Stop Trying So Hard: The Power of Gentle Momentum
In this episode, we explore the surprisingly powerful concept of gentle consistency—a kinder, more sustainable approach to building your creative practice. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by perfectio...Show More
2) Beyond Clicks and Trends: The Artist’s Role in Society
Have we lost the true purpose of art?In a world of endless distractions, fast content, and fleeting trends, art has been reduced to a commodity—chasing clicks instead of meaning, attention instead of ...Show More
3) 5 Common Painting Mistakes Beginners Make (And How to Fix Them)
Are beginner painting mistakes holding you back? In this video, I break down the top 5 common painting mistakes that every artist struggles with and show you how to fix them. Whether it’s rushing the...Show More
4) The Year of Seeing: Transforming Life and Art
The difference between looking and seeing is profound—and it’s a skill every artist must master. Join me as we discuss how slowing down to notice fleeting details in nature fosters creativity, reduces...Show More
5) Painting Through the Struggle: An Artist's Guide to Creative Renewa
Feeling stuck in a creative rut? Discover is a powerful technique for overcoming artistic blocks and reconnecting with your painterly passion. The monologue sets the stage - the dread of the blank ca...Show More
6) 5 Painting Tips I Wish I Knew When Starting Out
In this episode, I will answer important questions beginners want to know about painting in a loose style. Join me as I discuss: - Oils or acrylics? What medium is best? - Cheap or expensive paints? ...Show More
7) Unlocking the Artist's Eye: Finding Beauty in the Mundane
In this episode, we delve into the art of seeing like an artist and discovering beauty in even the most mundane surroundings. Inspired by a student's struggle to find inspiration in a chaotic urban en...Show More
8) The Forgotten Impressionist: Alfred Sisley's Life, Art and Lessons
Though operating in the same avant-garde circle as Claude Monet, Auguste Renoir, and others, Alfred Sisley never achieved their level of fame and financial success during his lifetime. In this episode...Show More
9) The Master Forger: How a Dutch Artist Fooled the Art World
In the 1930s and 1940s, a Dutch painter named Han van Meegeren pulled off one of the most audacious art frauds in history. With a combination of ingenious techniques and an uncanny ability to mimic th...Show More
10) Claude Monet's Early Trials and Triumphs: A Story of Resiliance
Claude Monet, the iconic Impressionist painter, did not have an easy life. We look into the period from his birth until 1880, a pivotal moment in his career. Through Monet's own poignant letters and t...Show More