Podcasts about art education

On this episode of Paige's Pod, the tables are turned. My friend Taylor Marshall joins me as guest host and asks the questions I don't often get asked myself. We dive into where my creative journey began, the winding road from art school to running a full-time creative business, and how my definition of success has changed over the years. We talk about art, motherhood, community, boundaries, creative alignment, live wedding painting, workshops, and what it really looks like to build a life around creativity. It's an honest conversation about following curiosity, letting go of expectations, and learning to trust yourself along the way. If you've ever wondered how I got started, what keeps me creating, or what this season of life looks like behind the scenes, this one's for you!paigelindseydesign.comtaylormarshalldesigns.com

Join our next FASO Show Live!https://artists.boldbrush.com/p/the-faso-showLearn the magic of marketing  with us here at BoldBrush!boldbrushshow.com--For today's episode we sat down with Jennifer Balkan, a contemporary representational oil painter and art instructor based in Austin, with an academic background in behavioral neuroscience and sociology. She describes how a lifelong love of drawing crystallized into a serious painting practice after a transformative, self-gifted trip to Paris, which led her to take her first painting class in Austin in 2001. Despite completing a PhD and following a more “rational” career path, she felt an irresistible pull toward painting, ultimately choosing to pursue art full time even amid concern and confusion from friends and family. Jennifer explains that her scientific and sociological studies deeply inform her figurative work, especially her focus on the emotional, cerebral life beneath a subject's expression and her love of optical color mixing and visible mark-making. She discusses how her inspiration has evolved from narrative series into a stronger emphasis on shapes, light, and color relationships, and how experimenting with different media during the pandemic revitalized her practice and fed back into her oil painting. Jennifer also highlights the central role of Atelier Dojo in her life—as both a co-created figurative hub and an atelier program that nurtures students' individual voices. Jennifer also shares practical, grounded advice for aspiring full-time artists about embracing multiple income streams, loving the process, and committing to sustained, disciplined practice. Finally, she tells us all about her upcoming shows and workshops!Jennifer's FASO site:jenniferbalkan.com/Jennifer's Social Media:instagram.com/jenniferbalkan/Atelier Dojo!atelierdojo.com/

In this episode of Franchise Marketing Radio, Lee interviews Matt Ross, CEO and founder of One River School, a modern art education franchise with 15 locations across six states. Drawing from his experience scaling School of Rock, Matt built One River to fill a gap in relevant, contemporary art education for K-12 students and adults. […]

Rachael has a craving that could bring about a big lifestyle change. She discusses with Lauren coming to a realization that she no longer feels at home in the environment she's settled into— and the choice between staying the course or starting a new adventure. The hosts share how they have gained clarity, direction, and the courage to embrace the unknown in the quest to continually live creatively. Rachael's new book “Prioritize Play” is now available for pre-order! Grab your copy today. Post on desire by Yumi Sakugawa Poetry Unbound - Seventh Circle of Earth by Ocean Vuong All Fours by Miranda July Chaotic Creatives Ep 12 - The Spark: How Advice for Dating is Advice for Creating Check out Lauren's Mural Mockups For a transcript of this episode, contact us at chaoticcreativespodcast@gmail.com Cover art designed and photographed by Kristle Marshall for Hom Sweet HomIf you love what we are doing and want to support us, head to patreon.com/chaoticcreativesFollow the pod on Instagram @chaoticcreativespod and tag us in the projects you're working on while listening!Say hi or tell us a silly lil joke: chaoticcreativespodcast@gmail.comLauren's links:WebsiteInstagramOnline ClassesRachael's links:WebsiteInstagramThe Juice BoxCreative Coaching

What happens when pursuing a creative dream becomes a catalyst for major life changes? In this episode, Rachael and Lauren discuss instances when following the creative path has taken them into unexpected territory. Episode Mentions Rachael's new book “Prioritize Play” is now available for pre-order! Grab your copy today. Learn more about Luis Barragán. Watch Rachael's Bedroom Makeover Reel Filterworld - How Algorithms Flattened Culture by Kyle Chayka Check out Lauren's Mural Mockups here! We are now booking workshops and speaking engagements as a duo! To bring us to your conference or organization, reach out to us at chaoticcreativespodcast@gmail.com.  For a transcript of this episode, contact us at chaoticcreativespodcast@gmail.com Cover art designed and photographed by Kristle Marshall for Hom Sweet HomIf you love what we are doing and want to support us, head to patreon.com/chaoticcreativesFollow the pod on Instagram @chaoticcreativespod and tag us in the projects you're working on while listening!Say hi or tell us a silly lil joke: chaoticcreativespodcast@gmail.comLauren's links:WebsiteInstagramOnline ClassesRachael's links:WebsiteInstagramThe Juice BoxCreative Coaching

Ever wonder how your favorite illustrators design their workspaces? Jake Parker, Sam Cotterill, and Lee White take you into their studios, past, present, and future. Plus, discover the accessories they can't live without! 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

In this episode of K12ArtChat, Matt talks high school art educator Benjamin Hoffman to talk about how he uses data points in his art room to not only advocate for his program and students but also improve his curriculum! The data points Ben outlines help him give evidence to administration and parents that his curriculum works in achieving student's creative goals. Listen in to hear more from Ben!

Can you hold your own against all the other illustrators in the world? In this minisode, Jake Parker and Anthony Wheeler reframe how you think about success and competition. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: Creative Solutions: A New Spring for Stockholm's Young Artists Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2026-04-07-22-34-01-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Våren hade kommit till Stockholm.En: Spring had come to Stockholm.Sv: Skolan var full av liv.En: The school was bustling with life.Sv: Elever skrattade och pratade i de konstfyllda korridorerna.En: Students laughed and talked in the art-filled corridors.Sv: Väggarna var täckta av pastellpapper och vårteman.En: The walls were covered with pastel paper and spring themes.Sv: Utanför, i skolans trädgård, doftade syrenen starkt genom de öppna klassrumsfönstren.En: Outside, in the school's garden, the lilacs smelled strongly through the open classroom windows.Sv: I ett av skolans mötesrum satt Elin och Magnus.En: In one of the school's meeting rooms sat Elin and Magnus.Sv: Hon var konstlärare, full av idéer, men också lite utmattad.En: She was an art teacher, full of ideas, but also a little exhausted.Sv: Magnus, rektor, var praktisk och stödjande, men trogen skolans regler.En: Magnus, the principal, was practical and supportive, but loyal to the school's rules.Sv: "Vi måste prata om konstelevernas utställning," började Elin.En: "We need to talk about the art students' exhibition," Elin began.Sv: "Jag vill att det ska bli en succé, men budgeten är tight."En: "I want it to be a success, but the budget is tight."Sv: Magnus nickade.En: Magnus nodded.Sv: "Jag förstår, men vi måste hålla oss till våra resurser."En: "I understand, but we have to stay within our resources."Sv: Elin kände en våg av inspiration.En: Elin felt a wave of inspiration.Sv: Hon ville inte att begränsningar skulle hindra elevernas konst.En: She didn't want limitations to hinder the students' art.Sv: "Vad om vi använder återvunnet material för ställningarna?En: "What if we use recycled materials for the stands?Sv: Och låter eleverna hjälpa till att sätta upp utställningen?"En: And let the students help set up the exhibition?"Sv: Magnus funderade.En: Magnus considered.Sv: "Det låter intressant.En: "That sounds interesting.Sv: Men hur mycket kan vi verkligen spara?"En: But how much can we really save?"Sv: Elin log, fylld av ungdomlig energi och kreativitet.En: Elin smiled, filled with youthful energy and creativity.Sv: "Vi kan fynda gamla tidskrifter och använda wellpapp.En: "We can find old magazines and use corrugated cardboard.Sv: Dessutom ger vi eleverna verklig erfarenhet av att skapa en utställning."En: Besides, we're giving students real experience in creating an exhibition."Sv: Rummet fylldes av en stilla tystnad medan Magnus tänkte.En: The room filled with a quiet silence as Magnus thought.Sv: Han kunde känna Elins engagemang och beslutsamhet.En: He could feel Elin's dedication and determination.Sv: Hon kämpade inte bara för sig själv, utan för sina elever och deras arbete.En: She was fighting not only for herself but for her students and their work.Sv: "Du har övertygat mig," sa Magnus slutligen, hans röst varm.En: "You've convinced me," Magnus finally said, his voice warm.Sv: "Jag ger dig mer frihet att genomföra din plan."En: "I'll give you more freedom to implement your plan."Sv: Elin kände en våg av lättnad.En: Elin felt a wave of relief.Sv: Hon hade lyckats.En: She had succeeded.Sv: Inte bara med att säkra utställningen utan också med att stärka sin egen självkänsla.En: Not only in securing the exhibition but also in strengthening her own self-confidence.Sv: Hon insåg att hon kunde hitta lösningar, även under tryck.En: She realized she could find solutions, even under pressure.Sv: "Vi skapar en otrolig utställning," sa hon med ett leende.En: "We'll create an incredible exhibition," she said with a smile.Sv: En vecka senare var skolans korridorer fulla av konstverk.En: A week later, the school's corridors were full of artworks.Sv: Eleverna hade arbetat hårt.En: The students had worked hard.Sv: Beundrare gick genom hallarna, imponerade av kreativiteten och innovationerna.En: Admirers walked through the halls, impressed by the creativity and innovations.Sv: Elin och Magnus stod tillsammans, iakttog allt.En: Elin and Magnus stood together, observing it all.Sv: De visste att detta var ett ögonblick av framgång.En: They knew this was a moment of success.Sv: En ny vår fylld med löften och unga konstnärers blomstrande talang.En: A new spring filled with promises and the blossoming talent of young artists. Vocabulary Words:bustling: full av livpastel: pastellcorridors: korridorerlilacs: syrenenexhausted: utmattadsupportive: stödjanderesources: resurserhinder: hindrarecycled: återvunnetimplement: genomföradetermination: beslutsamhetadmirers: beundrarecorrugated: wellpappdedication: engagemangsolution: lösningpressure: tryckexhibition: utställninginspiration: inspirationinnovations: innovationernaexperience: erfarenhetsilence: tystnadblossoming: blomstrandesuccess: framgångtalent: talangprincipal: rektoryouthful: ungdomliglimitations: begränsningarloyal: trogenmagazines: tidskrifterstrengthening: stärka

Fluent Fiction - Catalan: From Disconnection to Inspiration: A Catalan Art Journey Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ca/episode/2026-04-05-07-38-19-ca Story Transcript:Ca: El sol primaveral pintava de colors els carrers de Barcelona, reflectint-se en les vidrieres del Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.En: The spring sun painted the streets of Barcelona in colors, reflecting off the glass windows of the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.Ca: L'exposició especial estava a punt de començar.En: A special exhibition was about to begin.Ca: Les sales del museu bategaven amb energia.En: The museum's halls pulsed with energy.Ca: El públic caminava amb expectació, gaudint del moment.En: The public walked with anticipation, enjoying the moment.Ca: En Martí, un professor d'art apassionat per la història catalana, va entrar nerviós.En: Martí, an art teacher passionate about Catalan history, entered nervously.Ca: Enguany, cercava inspiració per als seus alumnes, però recentment, se sentia desconnectat.En: This year, he was seeking inspiration for his students, but recently, he felt disconnected.Ca: La Laia, la comissària de la exposició, estava ocupada.En: Laia, the exhibition curator, was busy.Ca: Tenia l'objectiu de fer l'art català accessible a tothom.En: Her goal was to make Catalan art accessible to everyone.Ca: El museu havia reduït el pressupost, així que cada detall havia de ser perfecte.En: The museum had cut its budget, so every detail had to be perfect.Ca: L'ansietat la dominava, però la seva determinació era encara més gran.En: Anxiety dominated her, but her determination was even greater.Ca: Decidida, va començar a guiar els visitants, pròpiament oferint explicacions sobre les obres presents.En: Decisive, she began guiding the visitors, aptly providing explanations about the works on display.Ca: Als salons del museu, les parets estaven cobertes de pintures emblemàtiques.En: In the museum's halls, the walls were covered with iconic paintings.Ca: Les veus ressonaven, creant un ambient de culte i cultura viva.En: Voices echoed, creating an atmosphere of living culture and reverence.Ca: Martí observava les obres, però no sentia la connexió esperada.En: Martí observed the works, but he didn't feel the expected connection.Ca: “Què falta?En: "What's missing?"Ca: ”, es va preguntar, sentint-se perdut.En: he wondered, feeling lost.Ca: De sobte, la veu entusiasta de la Laia va trencar la seva reflexió.En: Suddenly, Laia's enthusiastic voice broke his reflection.Ca: Explicava la significació cultural d'una pintura que representava la Setmana Santa a Catalunya.En: She was explaining the cultural significance of a painting depicting Semana Santa in Catalunya.Ca: "Aquesta obra," deia ella, "ens porta al cor de la nostra tradició.En: "This piece," she said, "takes us to the heart of our tradition.Ca: Reflecteix la passió i l'esperança de la nostra gent.En: It reflects the passion and hope of our people."Ca: ” Martí la mirava fascinat, amb una sensació que anava més enllà del simple art.En: Martí watched her, fascinated, with a feeling that went beyond simple art.Ca: Aquella passió i convicció van penetrar-li el cor.En: That passion and conviction touched his heart.Ca: Després de l'explicació, Martí es va apropar a la Laia.En: After the explanation, Martí approached Laia.Ca: “Gràcies per les teves paraules.En: "Thank you for your words.Ca: La teva passió ha canviat la meva perspectiva,” digué ell.En: Your passion has changed my perspective," he said.Ca: Laia va somriure, agraïda pel seu interès.En: Laia smiled, grateful for his interest.Ca: Va suggerir que xerrassin mentre prenien un cafè.En: She suggested they talk over coffee.Ca: Al bar del museu, envoltats de llibres i esbossos artístics, Martí i Laia van compartir les seves experiències.En: In the museum's café, surrounded by books and artistic sketches, Martí and Laia shared their experiences.Ca: Van descobrir una connexió profunda, motivada per la seva estimació per l'art i l'educació.En: They discovered a deep connection, driven by their appreciation for art and education.Ca: Amb la primavera com a testimoni, es van adonar que junts podien inspirar els altres.En: With spring as their witness, they realized that together they could inspire others.Ca: Martí va tornar a l'escola amb una renovada passió per l'ensenyament.En: Martí returned to school with a renewed passion for teaching.Ca: La Laia, plena de confiança, va comprendre que les seves accions marcaven la diferència.En: Laia, full of confidence, understood that her actions made a difference.Ca: Des d'aquell dia, les sales del museu no només parlaven d'art, sinó també d'històries de connexions humanes, nodrides amb entusiasme i dedicació.En: From that day, the museum's halls spoke not only of art but also of stories of human connections, nurtured with enthusiasm and dedication.Ca: La Setmana Santa va tenir un significat especial aquell any.En: Semana Santa held special significance that year.Ca: Amb una amistat naixent, la seva història es va convertir en part del museu mateix.En: With a budding friendship, their story became part of the museum itself. Vocabulary Words:the curator: la comissàriathe exhibition: l'exposicióthe anxiety: l'ansietatthe determination: la determinacióthe connection: la connexióthe budget: el pressupostthe expectation: l'expectacióthe sketch: l'esbósthe reverence: el cultethe atmosphere: l'ambientthe significance: la significacióthe passion: la passióthe explanation: l'explicacióthe energy: l'energiathe inspiration: la inspiracióthe reflection: la reflexióthe tradition: la tradicióthe hope: l'esperançathe perspective: la perspectivathe museum: el museuthe art: l'artthe heart: el corthe detail: el detallthe spring: la primaverathe teacher: el professorthe student: l'alumnethe painting: la pinturathe hope: l'esperançathe connection: la connexióthe courage: el coratge

Should you let trends drive your creativity? How concerned should you be about saturated markets? Sam Cotterill, Lee White, and Jake Parker discuss the state of the publishing industry and how to navigate it successfully in 2026. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

There are countless worries that come with self-promotion and marketing our offerings. Showing up consistently, sharing what we are working on, and selling can feel as if we are being annoying. BUT it's necessary for our businesses and creative practices to thrive. Lauren and Rachael talk about overcoming apprehension when it comes to this challenging but critical aspect of being a creative entrepreneur. They also share the value of building “it” even when it's not certain that “they will come.” Episode Mentions Rachael's new book “Prioritize Play” is now available for pre-order! Grab your copy today. See Lauren's presentation slide here.  If you enjoyed this episode, you might like Episode 17: Creating Offerings Without Crushing Your Spirit AND Episode 18: Making Sense of Making Money Check out Lauren's Mural Mockups here! We are now booking workshops and speaking engagements as a duo! To bring us to your conference or organization, reach out to us at chaoticcreativespodcast@gmail.com.  For a transcript of this episode, contact us at chaoticcreativespodcast@gmail.com Cover art designed and photographed by Kristle Marshall for Hom Sweet HomIf you love what we are doing and want to support us, head to patreon.com/chaoticcreativesFollow the pod on Instagram @chaoticcreativespod and tag us in the projects you're working on while listening!Say hi or tell us a silly lil joke: chaoticcreativespodcast@gmail.comLauren's links:WebsiteInstagramOnline ClassesRachael's links:WebsiteInstagramThe Juice BoxCreative Coaching

Want the key to original storytelling that resonates with audiences? Jake Parker, Sam Cotterill, and Lee White teach the principles of making meaningful art (even if you're short on new ideas).  3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

What does it really look like to earn your Master's Degree from AOEU? In this episode of Art Ed Radio, Tim sits down with two educators who took very different paths through the Master of Arts in Art Education program at The Art of Education University. One moved slowly and steadily over several years, while the other accelerated through the program in a much shorter timeframe. Through the stories of Riki Atkins and Mary Donlon, you'll hear how earning a master's degree can transform your teaching—whether you're balancing family life and a full schedule or taking advantage of a season where you can move through your courses quickly. If you've ever considered going back to school but weren't sure how it could fit into your life, this episode offers honest insights, practical advice, and plenty of encouragement. Resources and Links Learn more about the Master's of Arts in Art Education What's it like to take a course at AOEU? See all of the available courses You can also request information or meet with an admissions counselor Check out a Week in the Life of an AOEU Grad Student

Ever wondered if your business idea is viable? If there's a market for your product? If you can succeed in this chaotic climate? Dusty Droz of Dux Somnium Games joins Jake Parker and Samantha Cotterill to share how you can create a thriving business from the most niche ideas in 2026 and beyond. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

Why does fostering community matter? Jake Parker, Sam Cotterill, and Lee White share the benefits of a solid creative network (with a bonus discussion about what makes a best-seller!). 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

In celebration of Women's History Month, this week's episode of The Learning Curve, co-hosts U-Ark Prof. Albert Cheng and MassPotential's Mary Tamer speak with Roxana Robinson to honor the extraordinary life and legacy of Georgia O'Keeffe, the pioneering artist often called the “Mother of American Modernism.” Drawing from Robinson's 1989 biography Georgia O'Keeffe: A Life, she traces O'Keeffe's life from the farmlands of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin to the bustling cultural landscape of early 20th-century New York City and to North Central New Mexico. The artist's reverence for natural landscapes, color, and light was shaped by her rural Midwestern upbringing and formal artistic training in Virginia. Robinson explains how O'Keeffe's stark transition to city life is reflected in her artwork, which often explores the line between modernism and traditional landscape painting. O'Keeffe's personal and professional relationship with celebrated photographer and art dealer Alfred Stieglitz marked another major turning point in her life and career. While Stieglitz championed her artistic talent, O'Keeffe also became the subject of more than 350 of his photographic portraits—some sparking public acclaim and controversy, while also helping shape her carefully constructed public image. Ms. Robinson further explores O'Keeffe's most famous works including Cow's Skull: Red, White, and Blue and Ram's Head, White Hollyhock – Hills, as well as her large-scale, magnified floral paintings, Jimson Weed/White Flower No. 1 and Red Canna. From O'Keeffe's early abstract experiments to her late-life desert visions, Robinson shares how the artist's expansive body of work reshaped American art and left a legacy that continues to inspire artists, scholars, and students in the 21st century. She closes with a reading from her book Georgia O'Keeffe: A Life.

Award-winning illustrator Raissa Figeuroa joins Sam Cotterill and Lee White to share her path from making art part-time to becoming the illustrator of over 25 books in 5 years.  3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

Should you choose a niche and settle in, or follow the winds of inspiration? Jake Parker, Sam Cotterill, and Lee White teach how to pick the path that aligns with your values in this live-recorded Q&A.  3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

In this episode Claire Bown is joined by Georgia Close and Harriet Body from the National Gallery of Australia, alongside Naomi Zouwer from the University of Canberra, to explore how the gallery co-designed its Creative Learning approach.The conversation traces an 18-month process of articulating a shared pedagogical framework shaped by national context, cultural responsibility, and First Nations-led principles. Rather than adopting an existing model, the team worked through workshops, observation, interviews and iterative “campaigns” to develop a cohesive, values-led approach.A key commitment was centring the artist's voice, placing artist intention in conversation with students' existing knowledge. From this, the team developed a Creative Learning strategy planning tool that supports inquiry-led, multimodal, embodied and reflective practice.Across the episode, they explore:How to develop a context-specific learning approach rather than importing a modelWhat it means in practice to centre the artist's voiceHow small, iterative “campaigns” can embed reflective practice in a teamHow multimodality and embodiment deepen engagement beyond discussionWhy joy is understood as a serious pedagogical commitmentWhat co-design and participatory action research look like inside a museum settingThis episode will resonate with anyone working in museums, galleries or cultural institutions who is thinking carefully about pedagogy, reflective practice, and how to articulate an approach that genuinely reflects their context and values.The Art Engager is written and presented by Claire Bown. Editing is by Matt Jacobs and Claire Bown. Music by Richard Bown. Support on PatreonEpisode Links:https://nga.gov.au/learn/our-creative-learning-approach/ The Creative Learning Project Digital Publication: https://nga.gov.au/media/dd/documents/NGA_The_Creative_Learning_Project_Digital_Publication.pdfZouwer, N. & Hamilton, O. (2026). The Creative Learning Project: Defining the National Gallery of Australia's Creative Learning Approach. 10.13140/RG.2.2.35063.28324Zouwer, N., Hamilton, O., Menser Hearn, N., & Ali, I. (2026). Using Practice-Based Methods to Co-create, Define, and Articulate a New Approach to Art Education in the National Gallery of Australia. Australian Journal of Education, 0(0). https://doi.org/10.1177/00049441261421257Georgia Close, Head of Learning, National Gallery of AustraliaHarriet Body, Creative Learning Convenor, National Gallery of AustraliaHarriet Body on LinkedInNaomi Zouwer, artist, teacher, and researcher. Lecturer of Creative Arts Teacher Education and a researcher in the...

Are you marketing your art all wrong? Jake Parker, Lee White, and Anthony Wheeler discuss how to turn followers into customers (without cheap gimmicks). 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

This episode highlights our top moments discussing productivity for illustrators. Tune in for advice about designing your daily routine, deep work, accountability, and more. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

Back from the SCBWI conference in New York, Sam Cotterill and Lee White recap the trip, from funny stories to biggest takeaways (plus tips on how to make the most of conferences like these).  3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

This episode is all about the “secret menu”, a concept that Lauren dreamed up for offering unprofitable skills that she still enjoys doing for herself and others. The hosts discuss the value of thinking of your own secret menu and how it can become a creative form of community care. This conversation is an invitation to pull your untapped abilities out of skill purgatory and put them to good use.Episode Mentions:Rachael's Soup Gala Birthday PartyRachael's Orange-Themed Birthday PartyWe are now booking workshops and speaking engagements as a duo! To bring us to your conference or organization, reach out to us at chaoticcreativespodcast@gmail.com. For a transcript of this episode, contact us at chaoticcreativespodcast@gmail.com Cover art designed and photographed by Kristle Marshall for Hom Sweet HomIf you love what we are doing and want to support us, head to patreon.com/chaoticcreativesFollow the pod on Instagram @chaoticcreativespod and tag us in the projects you're working on while listening!Say hi or tell us a silly lil joke: chaoticcreativespodcast@gmail.comLauren's links:WebsiteInstagramOnline ClassesRachael's links:WebsiteInstagramThe Juice BoxCreative Coaching

Jake Parker and Samantha Cotterill interview Claudia Rueda, a Colombian author and illustrator whose Smushkin characters connect with young readers in unexpected ways. Learn about Claudia's path to illustration, the role of luck in an illustrator's journey, how to appreciate the small child's world, and more. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

Paul Scott in print studio with cut Wild Rose detail Paul Scott (b. 1953, United Kingdom) is a UK-based artist, living and working in Cumbria, with a diverse practice and an international reputation. Creating individual pieces that blur the boundaries between fine art, craft, and design, he is well known for his research into printed vitreous surfaces, as well as his characteristic blue-and-white artworks in glazed ceramic. Scott's artworks can be found in public collections around the globe, including the National Museum, Norway; the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, UK; National Museums Liverpool; the Carnegie Museum of Art, Pittsburgh, PA; and the Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn, NY. Commissioned work can be found in a number of UK museums, as well as in public places in the north of England, including Carlisle, Maryport, Gateshead, and Newcastle upon Tyne. He has also completed large-scale works in Hanoi, Vietnam, and at the Guldagergård public sculpture park in Denmark. A combination of rigorous research, studio practice, curation, writing, and commissioned work ensures that his practice continues to develop. His work is fundamentally concerned with the reanimation of familiar objects, landscape, pattern, and a sense of place. He was professor of ceramics at the Oslo National Academy of the Arts (KHiO) from 2011–2018. Scott received his Bachelor of Art Education and Design from Saint Martin's College and his PhD from the Manchester Institute for Research and Innovation in Art and Design in England. His current research project, New American Scenery, has been supported by an Alturas Foundation artist award, Ferrin Contemporary, and funding from Arts Council England. Cumbrian Blue(s), New American Scenery, Souvenir of Portland OR Black Lives Matter (After Killen & Howard)/Trumpian Campaigne, No.5, 2021. Transfer print collage on partially erased Staffordshire transferware souvenir plate by Rowland & Marsellus, c.190010.25″ Dia. x 1” D Cumbrian Blue(s), New American Scenery, Residual Waste (Texas) No.5/1, 2022Transfer print collage, shell-edged pearlware platter, 13″ H x 17.25″ W x 1.25” D Cumbrian Blue(s), New American Scenery, The Sleep of Reason, Wood Cuts (After Spode’s Woodland/Wild Rose) 2, 2024Transfer print collage on pearlware plate with Kintsugi, 11″ Dia. x 0.5″ D Cumbrian Blue(s), New American Scenery, Sampler Jug, No.7 (After Stubbs), 2021Transfer print collage on pearlware jug, 15″ H x 14″ W x 11.75″ D

Jake, Sam, and Lee discuss Lee's untimely death, Jake's rules for 2026, and how to find work when you're in between jobs. Reflect, laugh, and gain inspiration for the new year with us. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

Rachael is ready to get serious about being an artist; so she and Lauren discuss a common component of presenting yourself as one: a portfolio. When describing your creative work and ambitions, it can be extremely helpful to have a curated selection of pieces to back it up; but many questions arise when attempting to build an online portfolio. In this episode, you'll gain some insight towards answering those questions for yourself. Is it okay to have one-off works vs a series? How can you focus your practice around certain theme or through-line while allowing yourself to follow all of your curiosities? Listen to learn more!Episode Mentions:Check out The Juice Box here!For more portfolio advice, watch Lauren's Adobe course.We are now booking workshops and speaking engagements as a duo! To bring us to your conference or organization, reach out to us at chaoticcreativespodcast@gmail.com. For a transcript of this episode, contact us at chaoticcreativespodcast@gmail.com Cover art designed and photographed by Kristle Marshall for Hom Sweet HomIf you love what we are doing and want to support us, head to patreon.com/chaoticcreativesFollow the pod on Instagram @chaoticcreativespod and tag us in the projects you're working on while listening!Say hi or tell us a silly lil joke: chaoticcreativespodcast@gmail.comLauren's links:WebsiteInstagramOnline ClassesRachael's links:WebsiteInstagramThe Juice BoxCreative Coaching

At a time when it feels like our social fabric is being torn apart, today's show is about the power of art to pull people back together. Host Ali Muldrow is in conversation with Issis Macias, Lesley Numbers, and Emily Popp about the current exhibit at Art + Literature Laboratory, Pulling Together: Work from Madison's Roundhouse Studios. Roundhouse Studio houses 47 artists, and each of their studios is like a little train car, “chugging down the track” to affordable and sustainable art careers, says Popp. Roundhouse Studios opened in January 2025 as a collaborative project between Arts + Literature Laboratory and Apex Property Management to address Madison's critical shortage of affordable artist workspace. Popp says that the exhibit is a good display of the talent at Roundhouse, representing all different kinds of mediums. Even though everyone has the capacity to be creative, there are financial barriers to being an artist and our economy and culture make it hard for everyone to pursue the arts. Our guests debunk the myths about art being a solo, frivolous activity, and praise the ways that their colleagues at Roundhouse root for each other. They also talk about how motherhood is the inspiration for their artistic practices and why it’s so important to have studio space for their work. Numbers says that she first knew she was an artist when she was giving birth to her child. Macias says she turns to art for healing, and she embraces art as a refuge. She translates all kinds of emotions through vibrant colors and textures. They wind down the conversation by discussing the ways that their current political moment, including the killing of Renee Good last week by ICE, will impact their art.  Issis Macias is a self-taught artist and daughter of Mexican immigrants whose work explores the emotional spectrum of human experience through vibrant, intuitive abstraction. Born in Los Angeles and now based in Madison, Wisconsin, she began painting during a transformative period of motherhood and career transition amid the pandemic. Working with acrylic and oil pastels, Macias draws upon memory, intuition, and shared emotion to create her dynamic, layered compositions. She was named the 2025 Latina Artist of the Year and received the 2024 Micaela Salinas Artist Fellowship, sponsored by Latinos Organizing for Understanding and Development. Macias was also a 2023–2025 Bridge Work artist at Arts + Literature Laboratory, a 2023 Forward Art Prize finalist through the Women Artists Forward Fund, and is an active member of the Madison Art Guild. Her work is held in private collections across the United States, Mexico, and Europe. Lesley Anne Numbers is an artist, educator, mother and earth-tender, born and raised in Madison. She earned a B.S. in Art Education and an MFA in Printmaking, both from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Her art practice is rooted in a sense of spirit, curiosity and love and her imagery is inspired by daily walks with her dogs, the living world, music, poetry and dreams. Currently, Lesley serves as Director of Youth Education at Arts + Literature Laboratory, creates art at Roundhouse Studio and helps run Polka! Press, a printmaking cooperative. Emily Popp is a fashion and costume designer, teaching artist, performer, and creator of the small handmade fashion brand The Popp Town Mall. Her artistic practice centers on the repurposing and transformation of found and secondhand materials. Emily's definition of fashion includes anything worn on the body. She considers fashion to be one of the most accessible art forms, a means of individual artistic and intimate expression shared daily.  Emily currently works as a costume designer for the University of Wisconsin Opera and as Director of Adult Education at Arts + Literature Laboratory. Emily holds a Master’s degree in Fashion and Textiles from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a Post-Baccalaureate in Fashion from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.  Featured image from the Pulling Together exhibit, courtesy of Art + Literature Laboratory. Did you enjoy this story? Your funding makes great, local journalism like this possible. Donate hereThe post Mother Artists Unite! appeared first on WORT-FM 89.9.

Welcome  to The Tiberius Show! Today's guest is professional multimedia artist, educator, and content creator Michael “Philly Art Dad” Weaver. Michael uses paint, embroidery, creativity, humor, and a whole lot of passion to teach people about art and the business behind it. In this episode, he shares his journey from elementary school art class to becoming a full-time artist, how he mixes acrylic paint with thread, what inspires his style, and why he loves helping new artists online. Discussion Points• What a multimedia artist actually does • How Michael blends acrylic paint with embroidery • His childhood teacher who inspired his entire career • Why he started “Philly Art Dad” • The balance between making art and running a business • The biggest challenges of being a full-time creative • How being a parent changes an artist's work • The importance of basics like sketching, anatomy & practice • Why art should be “weird,” fun, and expressive • How artists use math in real life • Why he believes AI should stay out of creative work • Encouraging kids to start their own sketchbooks • Mental health, creativity, and community support • His favorite video games and off-time hobbies • A funny “not supposed to tell” story from the Philly art sceneBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tiberius-show--3352195/support.

Derek Fordjour was born in Memphis, Tennessee to Ghanaian parents. He is the recipient of the 2025 Gordon Parks Foundation Artist Fellowship, the 2023 St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Spirit of the Dream Award, and previously served as the Alex Katz Chair at Cooper Union. He has received public commissions for the Highline, the NYC AIDS Memorial, MOCA Grand Avenue and the MTA's Arts & Design program. Fordjour's work has been reviewed in The New York Times, Financial Times, The Wall Street Journal, and The Los Angeles Times. A monograph of his work will be published by Phaidon in 2027.He is a graduate of Morehouse College in Atlanta Georgia, earned a Master's Degree in Art Education from Harvard University and an MFA in painting from Hunter College. His work is held in the private and public collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Whitney Museum of American Art, Guggenheim Museum, and The Royal Collection in London among others. He is the founder of the Contemporary Arts Memphis.He and Zuckerman discuss his work, particularly his exhibition “Night Song,” identity, memory, and community, how art can evoke emotional responses and create shared experiences, his creative process, the importance of collaboration, his commitment to giving back to the community through his foundation in Memphis, and how art is life!

Want to avoid burnout, increase productivity, and have more fun in 2026? Jake Parker shares how seasonal living feeds the soul and how you can implement it into your creative practice. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

In this episode, the Creativity Department talks to NAEA's Higher Education Division Director, Yichien Cooper and the Preservice Division Director, Reilly Powers about the ever-important topic of advocacy! Dive in to hear how art educators can communicate the value of studio practice and creative research as well as the role non-arts educators and the community play in successful arts collaboration. Discover how graduate programs can work together with schools to present a unified and compelling picture of the importance of arts departments' contributions - whether scholarly, creative, or pedagogical! 

Overwhelmed with ideas? Join Jake Parker, Samantha Cotterill, and Lee White to learn how to evaluate potential projects and make the best selection. Plus, get an insider preview at the projects our pros are working on in 2026. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

In this insightful conversation, Kat sits down with celebrated realist painter, author and educator Todd M. Casey. Known for his bestselling books The Art of Still Life and The Oil Painters' Color Handbook, Todd opens up about the winding road that shaped his artistic life, from studying at MassArt to discovering the atelier system and developing a deep appreciation for classical training. He shares refreshing honesty about navigating art school, finding mentors, resisting social media pressure, and staying connected to the curiosity that fuels meaningful work. Whether you're a painter refining your technique, a creative searching for direction, or an artist feeling overwhelmed in a content-driven world, this episode offers clarity and grounded wisdom for your path ahead. What We Cover • Todd's early years discovering art alongside his brother and studying at MassArt • How returning to foundational training transformed his approach to painting • What traditional art education gets wrong, and what artists actually need to grow • Why guidance and consistent mentorship are essential for developing strong technique • The double-edged sword of social media for artists: visibility, burnout, and boundaries • How curiosity, awareness and everyday life become the fuel for new ideas • Navigating commercial expectations, artistic identity and pivoting when your work evolves • The importance of resisting fear-driven creativity and choosing work that feels true • Todd's upcoming books and teaching philosophy About Today's Guest Todd M. Casey is an artist, author and teacher whose work blends classical realism with a contemporary, introspective approach. Born and raised in Lowell, Massachusetts, he studied at MassArt, the Academy of Art University, and eventually trained under Jacob Collins at the Water Street Atelier. His paintings and teachings emphasize discipline, observation and a deep respect for the craft of oil painting. He is the author of bestselling books The Art of Still Life and The Oil Painters' Color Handbook, with two new books forthcoming in 2026 and 2027. Todd teaches at the Lyme Academy of Fine Art and through online programs offered worldwide. Links & Resources • Follow Todd M. Casey: Website / Instagram / Patreon • The Art of Still Life and The Oil Painters' Color Handbook • Learn with Todd: Online workshops and mentorship • Explore Create! Magazine: https://www.createmagazine.com • Support independent art publishing on our Substack: createmagazine.substack.com Want More Conversations Like This? Subscribe, leave a review and share this episode with a fellow artist who needs a dose of real-world wisdom and encouragement.

Can you build an art career without social media? How helpful is AI, actually? Jake Parker, Lee White, and Anthony Wheeler discuss why human connections still outweigh algorithms and how you can use them to your advantage. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

Are celebrities worthy authors for our children? Is there still a place for highly detailed illustrations? Anthony Wheeler, Lee White, and Jake Parker discuss recent trends in indie kidlit, the evolution of the illustration industry, and more in this episode. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

Show Notes/Brief Summary/Blog Post:In this episode of the We Have Hope podcast, Kim Dully interviews Cindra McCoy, the founder of Guide Dots, an innovative art education program designed to empower children through creativity. Cindra shares her journey from art educator to entrepreneur, discussing the importance of fostering artistic confidence in children, especially those who are neurodiverse. The conversation explores the decline of artistic expression in children, the significance of choice in learning, and the balance between structure and freedom in art education. Cindra emphasizes the need for resilience and problem-solving skills in young artists, advocating for a multi-passionate approach to learning that encourages children to embrace their creativity without limitations. The episode concludes with a discussion on the importance of asking for help and the role of creativity in fostering hope and empowerment in education.Episode Highlights:Cindra McCoy founded Guide Dots to empower children through art.Art education can significantly impact neurodiverse children.Children often lose their love for art as they grow older.Creativity is essential for problem-solving skills.Art should be valued as much as core subjects in education.Guide Dots provides a structured yet flexible approach to art education.Encouragement is crucial for building children's artistic confidence.Children can be multi-passionate and excel in various areas.Asking for help is a vital skill for both children and adults.Art fosters resilience and self-expression in children.Learn more about Guide Dots:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guidedotart/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/guidedots/ Website: https://guidedots.com/More on Love Your School/Links Mentioned in Episode:Visit Our Show Notes Page HERE!Questions? Email Us! kim@loveyourschool.org www.loveyourschool.orgVisit our Facebook HERE!Visit our Instagram HERE!This show has been produced by Love Your School WV.

Can you succeed in illustration with a chronic illness? Samantha Cotterill shares her experience as an artist with rheumatoid arthritis with Jake Parker and Lee White. Discover how to rest without guilt and pace yourself for a long, vibrant career. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

Why is in-person connection so important? Jake Parker and Lee White discuss the value of learning from and uplifting other artists in real life as Jake reflects on his takeaways from New York Comic Con.  3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

What's the best schedule for illustrators? How do you choose your materials? What keeps you motivated? Anthony Wheeler, Samantha Cotterill, and Lee White tackle their most commonly asked questions and pepper in time-tested advice. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

What do travel, recording technology, and illustration have in common? Lee White, Samantha Cotterill, and Anthony Wheeler explore how new (and sometimes uncomfortable) experiences expand your skills and feed your creative bank account. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

Jake Parker is back from tabling at New York Comic Con; was it worth it? Crunch the numbers, hear the stories, and learn more about the experience alongside Samantha Cotterill and Anthony Wheeler. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

Our best portfolio tips, all in one place! Tune in to hear Jake Parker, Lee White, and multiple guests share how to build a portfolio that stands out and lands the jobs you want. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

Jake Parker, Anthony Wheeler, and Lee White update us on their latest projects, wins and losses, and the lessons they're learning. Tune in for some illustrator's insider baseball.  3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

Caldecott medalist Jason Chin joins Jake Parker and Lee White to discuss life as an award-winning illustrator, the mentorship that shaped his journey, and his dedication to making art that matters to kids and himself. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

Are your amateur habits blocking your progress? Jake Parker, Sam Cotterill, and Lee White divulge the secrets professional illustrators know that will advance your career to the next level. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

Are your business chops lacking? Jake Parker, Anthony Wheeler, and Lee White teach how to market your work, communicate with clients, unravel contracts, and more to create a sustainable career. Tune in to take your business from good to great. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

Are you unknowingly exposing yourself as an amateur? Learn the most common mistakes new illustrators make and how to create more professional results with Lee White, Sam Cotterill, and Jake Parker! 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.

Join Jake Parker, Lee White, and Anthony Wheeler for a discussion about Google's AI storybook app, a recently rediscovered N.C. Wyeth mural, and a children's book that can detect color blindness.  3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts!Click here for this episode's links and show notes.