Podcasts about evolve artist

Mitch Bowler is the Founder of Pencil Kings and the Co-founder of Evolve Artist. He has worked with countless companies, including Pixar, Marvel, Dungeons & Dragons, Activision, and more. As a former 3D technical artist, Mitch has gone through the ups and downs of honing his craft, which is why he decided to revolutionize the way that art is taught. Both of his companies offer professional instruction and hands-on support from real artists in order to help creatives around the world take their work to the next level. Here's a glimpse of what you'll learn: How to ground your ideas of what a character designer does by looking at reference books Why not loving the character design process can be a huge red flag, and what to do if this is you. How to look for jobs and make your dream career more realistic. How and why to participate in online communities Putting together a portfolio based on your earlier research How to have an awesome creative career even if you realize that character design isn’t as fun as you thought it might be In this episode: In this week’s episode, Mitch Bowler from Pencil Kings breaks down a simple five-step process that he would use to break into having a career as a character designer.  This talk skips right over technical skill development and gets right to the heart of the key steps any artist will need to take to land their dream job, even if they have no idea how to get started.  The cool thing about this plan is that you can get started right now, and when you put your mind to it and just follow the steps you could be landing your dream career as a character designer in the next 12 months. 

Mitch Bowler is the Founder of Pencil Kings and the Co-founder of Evolve Artist. He has worked with countless companies, including Pixar, Marvel, Dungeons & Dragons, Activision, and more. As a former 3D technical artist, Mitch has gone through the ups and downs of honing his craft, which is why he decided to revolutionize the way that art is taught. Both of his companies offer professional instruction and hands-on support from real artists in order to help creatives around the world take their work to the next level.   In this episode: Mitch wraps up his series on getting serious about using your creativity to generate income and talks about the different types of resources you can use to move towards your goal. Having a goal of 12 months into the future, while also looking back at how you have performed in the past 12 months gives you a good idea of where you are right now... and wherever that is, is perfectly fine!   The most important part is being honest with yourself so you can move forward and get to where you want to be in the most direct way possible.   The four options that you have are: Free Resources Paid Courses Mentorship School Each resource has its own plusses and minuses, but most importantly you need to do what is right for YOU.  Your situation is unique and by knowing yourself and having clear goals you can make the right choice to make the next 12 months really count!  

Mitch Bowler is the Founder of Pencil Kings and the Co-founder of Evolve Artist. He has worked with countless companies, including Pixar, Marvel, Dungeons & Dragons, Activision, and more. As a former 3D technical artist, Mitch has gone through the ups and downs of honing his craft, which is why he decided to revolutionize the way that art is taught. Both of his companies offer professional instruction and hands-on support from real artists in order to help creatives around the world take their work to the next level. In this episode… What skills do you need in order to start making money from your art? While many artists focus on creative skills such as drawing or painting, these are not always the most important skills for landing your dream creative career.  According to Mitch Bowler, exploring and developing the skills that are in demand for creative projects is a necessary step for making your artistic dreams a reality. But, how do you know which creative skills are in demand—and which ones will be the right fit for you? Mitch Bowler has some tried-and-true strategies for testing different career ideas, discerning project-fit, and taking simple steps to find your creative calling.  In this week's episode of Pencil Kings, host Mitch Bowler demonstrates how you can discover—and develop—the skills necessary to land your dream creative career. Mitch shares his strategies for identifying which skills are in demand for creative projects, how to find your calling as an artist, and the simple ways to unlock new possibilities for your creative career. Stay tuned for more!

Mitch Bowler is the Founder of Pencil Kings and the Co-founder of Evolve Artist. He has worked with countless companies, including Pixar, Marvel, Dungeons & Dragons, Activision, and more. As a former 3D technical artist, Mitch has gone through the ups and downs of honing his craft, which is why he decided to revolutionize the way that art is taught. Both of his companies offer professional instruction and hands-on support from real artists in order to help creatives around the world take their work to the next level. In this episode… If you’re ready to transform your dream of having an art career into a reality, then you’re going to need a plan. And, what better way to start planning your art career path than by determining exactly what skills will benefit your level up?  For artists looking to jumpstart their careers, job descriptions are a goldmine of valuable information. That’s because they are essentially a wish list compiled by the companies you want to work for. As Mitch Bowler says, by analyzing a job description in the creative field you want to join, you can effectively gauge the skills that are in demand and devise a plan of action for how to obtain those skills—and land your dream job.  In this week's episode of Pencil Kings, host Mitch Bowler reveals how to ground your art career path in reality using job descriptions. Listen in as Mitch talks about how to discern what creative skills are in demand for a specific field, why experience isn’t the only metric for determining if you are qualified for a job, and the importance of breaking out of your comfort zone as you make your dreams a reality. Stay tuned.

Mitch Bowler is the Founder of Pencil Kings and the Co-founder of Evolve Artist. He has worked with countless companies, including Pixar, Marvel, Dungeons & Dragons, Activision, and more. As a former 3D technical artist, Mitch has gone through the ups and downs of honing his craft, which is why he decided to revolutionize the way that art is taught. Both of his companies offer professional instruction and hands-on support from real artists in order to help creatives around the world take their work to the next level. In this episode… Where are you on your creative journey? Are you still dreaming about leaving your day-to-day job and taking the next step in your career as an artist? If so, now is the perfect time to create a 12 month art career goal.  Far too many artists have romanticized what it means to be a full-time creative. For these artists, their dream of pursuing a creative career is precisely that: a dream. However, according to Mitch Bowler, it is entirely possible for you to transform your dream of being an artist "one day" into a concrete reality—and all you need is 12 months.  In this week's episode of Pencil Kings, host Mitch Bowler shares his expert strategies for transforming your creative dreams into a reality in the next 12 months. Mitch highlights the importance of setting a concrete goal as an artist, how to determine the right path to take on your creative journey, and his tips for making real progress with your next project. Stay tuned!

Mitch Bowler is the Founder of Pencil Kings and the Co-founder of Evolve Artist. He has worked with countless companies, including Pixar, Marvel, Dungeons & Dragons, Activision, and more. As a former 3D technical artist, Mitch has gone through the ups and downs of honing his craft, which is why he decided to revolutionize the way that art is taught. Both of his companies offer professional instruction and hands-on support from real artists in order to help creatives around the world take their work to the next level. In this episode… Where are you in your journey to make art full-time? Have you just started dreaming about being an artist? Or, have you already landed your first client? (If so, congrats!)  Wherever you are in your creative journey, Mitch Bowler, the Founder of Pencil Kings and Co-founder of Evolve Artist, wants to help you kickstart the art career of your dreams in the new year. With his expert advice, you can start on the path to achieving not only a creative career in 2021, but also creative freedom.  In this week's episode of Pencil Kings, host Mitch Bowler discusses how to transition from a dreamer to a doer in the new year. Mitch shares the essential steps for taking your art career to the next level, the story of how he first broke into the industry, and his journey to becoming the artist and teacher he is today. Listen in to learn more about how to achieve your artistic and career goals in 2021!

Mitch Bowler is the Founder of Pencil Kings and the Co-founder of Evolve Artist. He has worked with countless companies, including Pixar, Marvel, Dungeons & Dragons, Activision, and more. As a former 3D technical artist, Mitch has gone through the ups and downs of honing his craft, which is why he decided to revolutionize the way that art is taught. Both of his companies offer professional instruction and hands-on support from real artists in order to help creatives around the world take their work to the next level. In this episode… You are an architect of your own time, and only you can choose how you spend it. However, many artists struggle to find time and create space in their days to pursue their creative work. So, how can you start making time for your art in 2021, without the typical distractions of day-to-day life? Mitch Bowler, the Founder of Pencil Kings and Co-founder of Evolve Artist, has often struggled with the challenge of carving out time for his artistic goals. Then, in the chaos of 2020, he stumbled on a silver lining: the opportunity to slow down and be more intentional with his time. Now, Mitch is starting off 2021 with a goal to stop wasting time and start treating his creative endeavors as a marathon, not a sprint.  In this week's episode of Pencil Kings, host Mitch Bowler reflects on how 2020 allowed him to take stock of his creative pursuits—and the time he spent working on them. He discusses the common challenges artists face with making time to pursue their creative endeavors, the importance of saying “no” when carving out time for your art, and his strategies for sticking to your artistic goals in 2021. Stay tuned.

Mitch Bowler is the Founder of Pencil Kings and the Co-founder of Evolve Artist. He has worked with countless companies, including Pixar, Marvel, Dungeons & Dragons, Activision, and more. As a former 3D technical artist, Mitch has gone through the ups and downs of honing his craft, which is why he decided to revolutionize the way that art is taught. Both of his companies offer professional instruction and hands-on support from real artists in order to help creatives around the world take their work to the next level. In this episode… On their pursuit to create great art, many artists face a variety of obstacles. For some, this may be a lack of motivation to stick to their goals, while others may have trouble balancing their numerous different projects. But what happens when you are so overwhelmed with these obstacles that you have no time or energy to produce great art?  Rather than stress about your current tasks or obstacles, Mitch Bowler suggests that you seek out external support to help you focus on your craft. From productivity planners to business coaches, Mitch has a few useful strategies for making time for your art and creativity.  In this week's episode of Pencil Kings, host Mitch Bowler shares his expert strategies for making more time for your art. He highlights the importance of prioritizing your tasks and discusses how to ask for help from people in your industry or personal life. Mitch also delves into how to improve your art with the help of Evolve Artist. Stay tuned!

From an early age, Mitch Bowler already knew that he wanted to become a video game artist. While his vision is no longer the same, Mitch is still enthusiastic about art. He strives to inspire all artists to be better versions of themselves. Mitch shares his journey with Geordie Wardman in this informative podcast that you do not want to miss it.  What You Will Learn How Mitch became a video game artist Understanding realism and how to learn it within a virtual setting What problem do Mitch and his team solve for their clients? How did Mitch know the problem his clients were facing? How Mitch build his first MVP Why Mitch and his team wanted a custom software solution for their operations so badly The amount of time Mitch took to switch from the Frankenstein to the Bubble app version Why entrepreneurs should invest in a coach Why understanding where your strengths lie is critical in the entrepreneurship world Understanding the concept of time tracking How Mitch incorporated his time tracking spreadsheet into the Bubble app How Mitch and Geordie changed the time tracking spreadsheet into SaaS How to successfully build a SaaS program within 30 days In this Episode Having a vision from an early age can be all you need to carve your own career path. Mitch understands this well, seeing that he started his journey as an artist from the age of seven years. He spent lots of time on the farm with his grandfather, from where he learned how to make money from doing a few chores. Mitch narrates the impact a rumor about a video game that would help artists create their own video games had on him. Listen to the podcast for details on what happened next and Mitch’s journey to being a video game artist. During his stint in the art industry, Mitch made a decision that saw him quit his corporate job to become a digital nomad. Then, he spent a lot of his time with entrepreneurs trying to understand their journey. In his quest to discover new things, Mitch struggled to figure out how to develop a guaranteed art program. After around three years of trying, Mitch was unsuccessful. He even tried collaborating with a professional, and still, they could not do it. According to Mitch, the art industry can be challenging. Mitch says he now understands why parents are hesitant when it comes to sending their kids to art school. Listen in to know his reasons. After years of struggling, Mitch finally found a qualified person who was recruiting 12-year-old children to engage in realistic paintings. He gives a detailed explanation of this concept in this podcast. Mitch realized that while realism is essential, there was a shortage of teachers. He wanted to devise a system where interested learners could access lessons anywhere just as they would with physical learning. It is at this point that Mitch began assessing technological solutions in the search for a system that would help him actualize his dreams. His search yielded nothing, and while he had the option of using chat rooms and forums, he knew that was not going to work. Mitch started considering custom solutions that would help him make online learning smooth for everyone. To succeed in the entrepreneurship world, you should identify your customer’s problems and come up with viable solutions. Mitch already understands what his customers want, and he shares all this information with Geordie in this candid conversation. Listen in and grab a few lessons. Mitch launched his first MVP on Evolve Artist, his first tool, but later moved it to Bubble. By this time, they had around 100 users and four blocks of curriculum, each of which he charged $300. Mitch says that art students who sign up for his program pay a more affordable price than they would for a physical art college. Listen to the conversation for more details. Mitch says that building Bubble was a learning process for him, and it took him some time to be comfortable with it. After years of managing the Bubble app, Mitch tells Geordie that he has since become self-sufficient and hardly runs into problems. Geordie and Mitch discuss a SaaS idea that they developed together in less than 30 days. Here, Mitch tells Geordie how he came up with the concept of time tracking. The discussion at this point is long and engaging, and you do not want to miss it. According to Mitch, knowing how you spend your time changes your relationship with both money and time. It also transforms you into a better decision-maker. Listen to the podcast and understand why a time management tool makes you more efficient.  Resources Mitch Bowler LinkedIn Mitch Bowler Twitter Evolveartist.com Tick Tock Lab.com

Mitch Bowler is the Founder of Pencil Kings and the Co-founder of Evolve Artist. Mitch has worked with countless companies, including Pixar, Marvel, Dungeons & Dragons, Activision, and more. As a former 3D technical artist, Mitch has gone through the ups and downs of honing his craft, which is why he decided to revolutionize the way that art is taught. Both of his companies offer professional instruction and hands-on support from real artists in order to help creatives around the world take their work to the next level. In this episode… What have you not done because you’re afraid of being judged? What have you not done because you don’t think you can do it? What have you not done because someone told you that you’re not good enough? What have you not done because everyone else is better than you? In his 100 Day Artist Challenge, Mitch Bowler encourages you to answer these four questions. Once you discover what is preventing you from accomplishing your ultimate goals—both in your career and your personal life—you can begin your 100-day journey toward transformation and success. In this week’s episode of the Pencil Kings podcast, Mitch Bowler discusses his new 100 Day Artist Challenge. He explains how spending just one hour per day working toward your goals can make a huge impact on your career, your art, and your life. Mitch also talks about his personal journey to becoming an artist, the importance of overcoming the fear of failure, and how he wrote a book in just three weeks. Stay tuned to discover how to make the most out of your next 100 days!

Mitch Bowler is the founder of Pencil Kings and the co-founder of Evolve Artist. He has worked with countless companies, including Pixar, Marvel, Dungeons & Dragons, Activision, and more. As a former 3D technical artist, Mitch has gone through the ups and downs of honing his craft, which is why he decided to revolutionize the way that art is taught. Both of his companies offer professional instruction and hands-on support from real artists in order to help creatives around the world take their work to the next level. In this episode… As you stumble through life, you tend to realize your calling along the way. However, for many artists, this calling is often pushed to the side due to a lack of time, money, or support. Now, one question remains: Can you still be an artist without a degree from an art school?  According to artist and entrepreneur Mitch Bowler, the answer is yes! It’s never too late to study art, no matter how old you are. In fact, Mitch has found that there are four distinct life stages when most artists begin to take their craft seriously. With his companies, Pencil Kings and Evolve Artist, Mitch is helping artists in any stage get the skills and support they need to take their art to the next level.  In this week's episode of the Pencil Kings podcast, John Corcoran of Rise25 Media interviews host Mitch Bowler about why it’s never too late to start taking your art seriously. Mitch talks about the four stages of life when most artists take that next step, paying homage to his journey along the way. So what are you waiting for? Join this growing community of artists today!

Mitch Bowler is the founder of Pencil Kings and the co-founder of Evolve Artist. Mitch has worked with countless companies, including Pixar, Marvel, Dungeons & Dragons, Activision, and more. As a former 3D technical artist, Mitch has gone through the ups and downs of honing his craft, which is why he decided to revolutionize the way that art is taught. Both of his companies offer professional instruction and hands-on support from real artists in order to help creatives around the world take their work to the next level. In this episode… Are you a dabbling creative that’s been dreaming about turning your art into a full-time career? Then it’s time to flip the switch! We are so often afraid of taking the steps that will change our lives for the better. However, the only way to turn your dreams into reality is to take the plunge and learn the rest as you go. That’s why artist and entrepreneur Mitch Bowler created Pencil Kings and Evolve Artist. These programs help artists take their skills to the next level with hands-on learning and real-time feedback from artists that have already made the switch to success. So what are you waiting for? In this episode of the Pencil Kings podcast, John Corcoran of Rise25 Media interviews host Mitch Bowler about how to flip the switch and transition from a creative dabbler to a professional artist. Tune in as they discuss the common catalysts that inspire artists to make the switch, the unmatched feeling of finally taking your craft to the next level, and how you can take the first step toward achieving your dream career today.

Michael Ray was one of the very first students to go through the Evolve Artist Program curriculum. Throughout his education and work with Evolve, Michael has been an inspiration for how to get work done and get it done well. Michael has a family, a full-time job and many other responsibilities but was still able to thrive with Evolve, and is now looking forward to selling his work at a professional level. Full shownotes: http://yourcreativepush.com/357 In this episode, Michael discusses: -What his artistic life looked like before signing up for Evolve Artist. -The stark differences he has discovered between the Evolve program and other online schools and online courses that he has taken. -The red pill/blue bill moment. -How everyone starts at the same point in the Evolve Artist Program. -How the Evolve program teaches you to see first and then apply what you see on the canvas. -The extraction of variables by giving all students the same high-quality materials and Old Holland paints. -The freedom to be able to make mistakes. -The many directions that you can take your skills once you get the fundamentals down. -The commitment he made to himself to be present and focused on the assignments. -How he has witnessed the proven process of the Evolve Artist Program through all the students who keep creating art they never thought they’d be able to create. Quotes: “There’s this creative force and energy inside of me that has to be dealt with.” “The Evolve fundamentals are truly fundamentals.” “There is no shortcut around experience.” “It’s a proven process, over and over again.” Links mentioned: The Evolve Artist Program (Exclusive 10% Discount) Evolve Webinar Mailing List Dorian Vallejo The Evolve Artist Program Review (w/ Mitch Bowler) [YCP Ep. 354] Let someone walk you to your artistic dreams (w/ Piper Talladay) [YCP Ep. 355] Don’t go to art school. Evolve instead (w/ Kevin Murphy) [YCP Ep. 356] Connect with Michael: Instagram On the next episode: Mur Lafferty : Website / Twitter Join the discussion in the Facebook group!

Episode 17 of Start Podcast features Mitch Bowler, the founder of Evolve Artist - a business that takes a unique and modern (and virtual) approach to advanced Art Education.

Kevin Murphy is an internationally recognized award-winning portrait painter and illustrator.  Since 1993, he’s delivered nearly 600 commissioned works within the fields of Illustration and Portraiture. Kevin is also the cofounder of The Evolve Artist Program, where he teaches all traditional classes.  The Art Academy, from which the Evolve program was born, was founded by Kevin in 2009. Full shownotes: http://yourcreativepush.com/356 In this episode, Kevin discusses: -His early education and the mark that it left with him. -“Burning the ships” of his construction career to create science fiction fantasy book covers. -Working for LucasArts, National Geographic and The Rolling Stones. -How he got into portraiture. -Why he opened his school. -An overview of The Evolve Artist Program and where it got its name. -How Evolve Artist works and how you get all of the materials. -The way in which The Evolve Artist Program hones in on your fundamentals and shows you exactly what you are doing right and what you are doing wrong. -“Midnight Tea” and other student groups that add to the community of  Evolve Artist. -A deeper look into the method of The Evolve Artist Program. -Why art schools might let their students down. -Why using quality paints like Old Holland’s are so helpful.   Quotes: “I basically burnt the ships and decided I was going to be a painter.” “I didn’t need explosions and dragons in the paintings anymore because I found the people so interesting.” “Art made it possible for me to have a very different life than I was born into.” “The number of things you need to know to be able to make extraordinary art is very small.  That information fits in the palm of your hand.” “We’re always trying to find ways to make the online program feel more like what it is to walk into the actual brick-and-mortar school where I teach.” “Every time you get a success it makes you bolder for the next one.” “Even the pros struggle.  How they deal with the struggle is different.” Links mentioned: The Evolve Artist Program (Exclusive 10% Discount) Evolve Webinar Mailing List Dorian Vallejo The Evolve Artist Program Review (w/ Mitch Bowler) [YCP Ep. 354] Let someone walk you to your artistic dreams (w/ Piper Talladay) [YCP Ep. 355] On the next episode: Michael Ray : Instagram Join the discussion in the Facebook group!

This week on Start Podcast, host Margaux Miller speaks with Mitch Bowler, Founder of Evolve Artist, a business that takes a unique and modern approach to Art Education - changing the way art skills are taught and delivered allowing students to develop professional level art skills in under a year – from home. With students in 37 countries, this revolutionary service allows anyone from beginners to advanced artists to remotely study the foundations of art - complete with supplies mailed to your door and virtual mentorship. All of which could not be timelier than during Covid-19. Evolve’s founder explains the joys of bootstrapping, the benefits of systems thinking, and the key of always assuming 100% responsibility. When discussing growth of the business, Mitch shares tips for keeping expenses low, breaking through, and baking in your word of mouth. If you want to simply learn how to get it done - this episode is for you! For links to recommendations from Mitch, visit www.StartPodcast.ca, and Subscribe Now to never miss an episode.

Piper Talladay is a contemporary realist painter currently residing in Tacoma, Washington, but working with clients across the United States. Her work is centered around equine portraiture, rendered in oil. In addition to her own work, Piper is head instructor at Evolve Artist, an online academy that trains students around the world in traditional oil painting. Full shownotes: http://yourcreativepush.com/355 In this episode, Piper discusses: -The limiting belief that she could not grow up to be a working artist. -The differences between The Evolve Artist Program and traditional art schools. -How the technical mastery is missing from most art colleges and schools. -The foundational artistic skills (and portfolio) that you need to have before applying to an art school as opposed to needing no foundational skills to start The Evolve Artist Program. -Why she honed in on equine portraiture. -How her art business began to grow organically. -Her resistance of not making her personal work a priority. -What a typical day looks like for her. -The importance of early success and the instructor accessibility in The Evolve Artist Program. -How instructors are actually able to watch you work. -What she would say to anyone who is on the fence about Evolve Artist. Piper's Final Push will encourage you to find and surround yourself with a creative community!   Quotes: “Being an artist was something that I always wanted, but I didn’t think it was possible.” “I have a hard time painting if I know that I have unanswered e-mails.” “When you’re becoming an artist you need someone to commit to coming alongside you and walking with you until you’re where you want to be.” Links mentioned: The Evolve Artist Program (Exclusive 10% Discount) Evolve Webinar Mailing List The Evolve Artist Program Review w/ Mitch Bowler (YCP Ep 354) Connect with Piper: Website / Facebook / Instagram Join the discussion in the Facebook group!

Mitch Bowler is the founder of Pencil Kings and cofounder of The Evolve Artist Program. He is an expert in remote art production, having spent a decade building AAA Art Studios in Shanghai, China. Through Evolve, he is realizing his dream to make serious art education accessible and affordable worldwide. Full shownotes: http://yourcreativepush.com/354 In this episode, Mitch discusses: -What he’s been up to in the four years since he was last on the show. -Some of the log jams that he encountered in his creative journey. -Why he is so willing to help other people in their creative pursuits. -An introduction to the Evolve Artist Program. -How typical art schools cost too much money and take too much time, yet a “YouTube education” lacks direction, a roadmap, or guaranteed results. -How Evolve Artist guarantees that someone at any level of art ability will create professional work by the end of the program. -How long it takes the average student to finish the coursework. -The guarantee that each student will get professional results, but there is no ceiling to how far they can take their new skills. -The type of one-on-one feedback that students get from their instructor. -What Evolve students can expect in terms of turning in assignments and receiving the included materials and supplies. -The fast turnaround time of two or three hours for instructor feedback. Mitch’s Final Push will encourage you to look back at the progress that you made in the last year and weigh that against the place you want to be a year from now.   Quotes: “When you help other people, it creates new future possibilities.” “Everyone gets phenomenal results with Evolve, but there’s room for you to push things even higher.” “Our goal for each student is that they are improving about five percent with each assignment.” “As a student, you’re expected to make mistakes and it’s okay to make mistakes.  In fact, if you weren’t making mistakes, something is probably strange.” Links mentioned: The Evolve Artist Program (Exclusive 10% Discount) Evolve Webinar Mailing List Youngman on the Pencil Kings Podcast Episode 200 Mitch’s 1st appearance on Your Creative Push On the next episode: Piper Talladay : Website / Instagram Join the discussion in the Facebook group!

Hey, guys! In this episode, I am chatting with Daniel Folta, the student of classical oil painting at The Art Academy and Evolve Artist program. He apprenticed under master portrait-painter Kevin Murphy, our guest in episode 197. He talks about his experiences of choosing the right art education, being an apprentice under Kevin, and becoming a full-time artist, making a living from making art. Enjoy!! Show notes: https://artsideoflife.com Special offer for Art Side of Life listeners

Hey, guys! In this episode, I am chatting with Kevin Murphy, an internationally recognized award-winning portrait painter and illustrator.  We talk about his art education program Evolve Artist* , a comprehensive home-study art program that gives students a clear path to artistic mastery with oil paint. At a fraction of the costs, it challenges the traditional Art schools education and delivers consistent results to the students over and over again.  Understanding that technical proficiency is the underpinning of all good art, Evolve offers a rigorous program to develop these skills. Employing a unique approach of contemporary methods built upon the traditions of the old masters, Evolve provides an education that quickly delivers results to its students. Students in the Evolve program use custom mixed Old Holland paints which ensure that everyone works with only the best materials from day one. Everything you need is included inside a box that gets mailed to you as you complete each part of the course. Your exercises are reviewed by the Evolve instructor team who have apprenticed under master-painter Kevin Murphy. Students from all over the world connect in the online community and motivate each other as they share their journeys and progress through the program. *Please note: I am Evolve Artist Program's affiliate partner. This means I get paid a small commission (at no extra cost to you) if you use my link to make a purchase. Thank you for supporting Art Side of Life! Show notes: https://artsideoflife.com Subscribe to Art Side of Life Podcast to get notified when I post new episodes! artsideoflife.com/itunes artsideoflife.com/spotify    Follow me on Instagram instagram.com/art_side_of_life instagram.com/ivkam Subscribe to Art Side of Life artsideoflife.com/subscribe Thanks for listening! Special thanks to Kevin for joining me today. If you enjoyed this interview please let me know with a review, hopefully, 5 stars because I would like to reach many artists like you! See you in the next episode :) Bye!

Have you always wanted to create art that gets noticed, but not sure if you have the talent to make it happen? If so, you'll love Michael's story as he is currently working through Block 4 of the Evolve Artist program (http://www.evolveartist.com) where students have learned the skills necessary to create professional level illustrative paintings. In this interview, he will tell you that talent has nothing to do with it because it's all about putting in the work which makes even the highest levels of art attainable to anyone with the desire to learn. When Michael started with Evolve Artist just over a year ago, he wasn't sure if it would work for him, but he knew that this could be his last real shot at being able to learn the skills that would give him the ability to create the work that he really wanted to make. Throughout his life, he always had a creative calling and had tried a number of different ways to learn and improve but was never quite happy with where he was with his art. He made that fateful decision to join Evolve a year ago and now he couldn't be happier. Michael has the same challenges as most other students... there's family commitments, work commitments, and even travel commitments, but he's prioritized his painting and his results are now clearly on display for anyone to see. This is the third interview we've had with students in the Evolve program and there are patterns starting to emerge: - Every student has had a friend or family member want to hire them to create a piece of art (well before they are finished the program) - Every student made the commitment to do the work - None of the students claim to have any special talent or ability that's allowed them to develop the mastery they are showing with their work. So if you've always wanted to learn to create head-turning artwork, and have the willingness to put in the work, there's nothing really stopping you from taking the next step to create your own artistic legacy. Follow Michael's Progress here: https://www.instagram.com/michaelrayart/ Join Michael in Evolve Artist: http://www.evolveartist.com

Meet Peggy Durant - Community Superstar and student at Evolve Artist: http://evolveartist.com Peggy is on a great path and people are starting to take notice of her amazing artistic progress, but it wasn't always like this. About a year ago she had fallen off with her art practice and went for 8 months with doing very little. As good as her original intentions were; life can just seem to get in the way. And her 4 hour daily commute to work doesn't help... at 5 days a week that's 20 hours spent just on commuting. It's the equivalent of having a second job just so she could get to her full time job. Time was tight and it was looking like Evolve was going to be just another art program that sounded good, but ended up just sitting in the corner collecting dust. Up until this point Peggy's story was just like so many other aspiring artists. Something happens and they put the pencil down for a day... which turns into a week... which turns into a month and before they know it - an entire year has gone by and they are in exactly the same position they were 12 months ago - being no more closer to fulfilling their dreams of being an artist. But thankfully Peggy's story doesn't stop here... After 8 months of inaction there was a spark... a simple question in the form of a challenge. Could she finish her homework assignments faster than another student? That's it - just a friendly race to the finish line. But the real change had to come from within. The change happened when, "I'd like to learn to be an artist," was replaced with "I'm going to be an artist." That's all it took to ignite the spark. However even though Peggy had made the decision to commit to her art, the world didn't take notice. The people around here still weren’t convinced that she would make any progress, and her co-workers didn't notice anything different. So she got to work and after getting a little momentum she found her art was filling a void formerly crowded with activities that used to eat up all her time like shopping and going for social activities. All of a sudden she had more time for art than those other activities, and the even bigger shift was that she was getting so much energy from doing her art she didn't want to stop. She just kept going making as much progress as she could while still taking the 4 hours each day to get to and from her full time job. It didn't take long for her internal fire to start burning bright as her dedication began to pay off. She could see her results and was enjoying her art at a deeper level with each assignment completed. And then the people around her started to notice as well. Her daughter came around and said "Mom, now I believe it - you are an artist" and her co-workers are in disbelief at her new skills which seemed to just magically come from nowhere… one of them even wants to commission her to do a work. But these skills didn’t just magically appear one day... it's simply what Peggy loves to do and all it took was a little bit of an initial push to rediscover how much she really loves art so that she could get to the point to make the commitment to herself - to finally do this and turn a lifelong love and dream into a new reality for herself. This is just the beginning of Peggy's story... she had never picked up a paint brush (not even to paint a wall!) just 2 months before, and now she is currently working on painting her first portrait. It's true - Peggy is a star inside the community and her personality and enthusiasm make her unique... but when it comes to her art she is seeing the same results as the other students in the Evolve Artist program were anyone can follow the same step by step process to see the same transformation as Peggy. And it all started with a little bit of action. Full Video Interview Here: https://youtu.be/sXgNISJYdDQ If you know someone who has always dreamed of being an artist like Peggy, we invite them to visit http://www.evolveartist.com where we help regular people develop the skills and experience to create anything they want without limitation.

As the head instructor at Evolve Artist, Piper Talladay oversees all student homework submissions. She makes sure everyone is kept to the highest standards of the program while still moving ahead at a good pace and encouraged at each step of the way. She also has another career building her Equine Art business where she paints the portraits of horses. She uses her love of animals and especially horses to capture the special bond that humans and horses share. This first episode of the Evolve Artist interview series will take you behind the scenes to meet some of the faces of the program and meet your fellow students. Piper's Website: https://www.pipertalladay.com/ For more information on Evolve Artist please visit: http://EvolveArtist.com  

A little over two years ago the original idea for the Evolve Artist program was first discussed. It took a long time to go from the initial idea of taking the proven art curriculum Kevin was using in his school to getting the knowledge online and everything ready so it could be delivered into the hands of students anywhere in the world.   It's now been a little bit over a year since the very first students have started and they are now moving into learning the same techniques that Kevin possessed at the height of his illustration career.   There were a lot of challenges to get over, especially in the beginning and the good news is the results of the home students are getting are every bit as good as the students inside Kevin's brick-and-mortar school.   The Evolve Artist program is special is because it's blending experience (the amount of time students take to complete their assignments) together with knowledge, (the actual videos that students watch). It's only when these two components come together in the right amounts that students are able to move quickly, but at the same time build the confidence to fully own their journey as they develop as artists.   In a nutshell this means that as the students progress through the program they will become stronger until they will be able to take what they know and create anything they want, without any limitations.   In this interview Kevin and Mitch sit down and talk about everything they've learned in the past year as well as the results the current students are seeing. They also talk about the special materials from Old Holland that are used in the program and why these are so important for the development of the students.   As you'll see in the video, both of the program creators are extremely excited about the consistent results the Evolve Artist students are receiving and what this means for art education in general. Really, this is just the beginning of a much broader movement to bring technical mastery to anyone in the world that wants to learn it both quickly and affordably – even if they are starting right from the beginning.   It is going to be extremely exciting watching the further development of this program and seeing the amazing results of the students are able to achieve as they continue through the program.

Show notes at: https://www.pencilkings.com/podcast-home/ “With what I’ve produced at the Evolve Art Academy, I’m very confident I could submit a portfolio to a prestigious art school and get accepted. Because that’s how much progress I’ve had.” ~ Michelle Lopez. Want to know how to become a better artist...but just don’t know where to start? Whether you’re a complete beginner or someone who wants to take their art skills further, we think you’ll find this week’s interview pretty interesting… Because you’re about to hear how Evolve Artist student, Michelle Lopez, went from being a novice artists to one who gets paid for portrait commissions...in just four months! Interview Chapters [00:37-05:07] Introduction and Overview Your host, Mitch Bowler, introduces today’s guest, Evolve Artist Student, Michelle Lopez. In this chapter, you’ll hear why listening to Kevin Murphy’s Pencil Kings podcast interview inspired her to quit her job as an IT consultant and enrol at The Art Academy...and how she made incredible progress during her time there. [05:33-06:16] Why did Michelle Want to Learn how to Become a Better Artist? Deciding upon a change of career can be pretty daunting at any stage of your life, but even more so when you’re taking a leap into the complete unknown. So what made Michelle decide to swap repairing computers for becoming a realistic painter? In this section, you’ll hear how Kevin Murphy’s art program helped her develop confidence in her abilities and make real progress as an artist. [07:12-07:52] Why did Michelle Think The Art Academy was Right for her? Like many aspiring artists, Michelle had already tried various college courses and community art groups to help her develop her creative skills...but they’d all fallen flat. So what made her decide this course was right for her...and did it meet her expectations? [08:27-08:49] How did Michelle Know This Course was Right for her? Thinking something is right for you and knowing something is right for you are two very different things...so how long did it take for Michelle to realize she’d definitely made the right decision by enrolling in The Art Academy? [08:57-09:45] How far did Michelle Travel to Take This Course? Enrolling at The Art Academy wasn’t exactly like joining a class at her local community college for Michelle. Instead, she had a 10-hour journey to make from her home to New Jersey before she could get started. So, what was this experience like for her? [09:58-11:32] What Were Michelle’s First Weeks Like at The Art Academy? Starting something new can feel like a daunting experience, but the team at The Art Academy made Michelle feel welcome from the moment she walked through the door. So what were her first few weeks studying with Kevin like? In this chapter, you’ll hear how she want from drawing basic shapes and learning shading techniques to creating a fully-rendered drawing in less than two weeks. [11:48-12:33] What Were the Beginner Exercises Like for Michelle? Because Michelle had already had some art lessons, you might have thought the beginner lessons would be too basic for her. However, she discovered that she’d actually missed out on learning many of these fundamentals in previous classes...and that learning to be meticulous and patient was one of the best ways to improve her art skills. [13:41-14:10] How Many Hours did Michelle Study for Each day? Once you really get into making art, it’s amazing how the hours fly by without you noticing. So how many hours each day did Michelle dedicate to drawing and painting while at The Art Academy? [15:22-17:42] Michelle Worked Hard...but did she Enjoy Herself, too? Hard work and enjoyment don’t always go hand in hand, but Michelle found she had a completely positive experience while pushing herself to improve as an artist. You’ll find out why in this section. [17:52-19:05] Were There Ever Times When she Wanted to Quit? Even though she had a positive experience, there were times when Michelle felt the pressure and wanted to quit. So how did she get over this? And how did Kevin and his team help her push through those roadblocks and make real progress? [20:37-21:36] Why is This Program so Effective? Kevin Murphy’s art program has a 100% success rate. So what makes his methods so much more effective than all the others out there? [21:53-23:17] What was Michelle’s Study Schedule Like? Michelle made incredible progress in less than four months at The Art Academy, but what was her study schedule like during this time? [23:35-26:13] How Much Progress did Michelle Make? Michelle entered The Art Academy as a beginner artist and left with a portfolio of work which she’s confident would get her into the most prestigious art schools in the country. Find out how she did it in this chapter. [26:39-28:28] How do People React to Michelle’s Work now? Some of Michelle’s friends and family were sceptical at first when she first told them she was going away for a while to study art. So what are their reactions like now? In this chapter, you’ll hear why Michelle now feels she’s on the right path to develop her career as an artist and has even started taking commissions for her work. [29:07-30:12] What’s Next for Michelle? So, with four months at the Art Academy under her belt, what’s next for Michelle? In this section, you’ll hear how she plans to develop her skills further and work on her art career. [31:57-33:28] What Does Michelle Think of the Evolve Artist Realistic Art Program? Michelle left her home town for four months to study at The Art Academy, but this just isn’t practical for everyone. So that’s why Pencil Kings has teamed up with Kevin Murphy to create the Evolve Artist Realistic Art Program - a new way to study that incorporates all the elements of his art education from the comfort of your own home. But does Michelle think this will be just as effective for other people who want to know how to become a better artist? In this chapter, you’ll find out why she’s also decided to join this program and where to see examples of her progress on Instagram. [34:27-36:37] How to Find out More About the Evolve Artist Program Ready to find out more about how to become a better artist by joining the Evolve Artist Program? This final chapter contains everything you need to know.