Podcasts about professional artists

The Professional Artist 057_ Steve Argyle

Episode 056: July 5, 2025 Guest Host Lazarus talks about building and configuring an artist portfolio website. Lazarus is currently the creative director for Echo-X and has built — and led teams to build — many multi million dollar web sites. Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

The Balancing Act Episode 55: June 28, 2025 Nigel and Echo discuss the artist's version of work/life balance. Nigels's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/NigelSade Echo Chernik: https://www.EchoChernik.com

Episode 54: June 21, 2025 Nigel Sade and Echo discuss juggling personal art and commissions - the artist's version of work/life balance. About Nigel Sade “Nigel Sade was born on a bright and sunny day nearly to some, and exactly to others, 40 years after D-day. Some consider this meaningful whilst the rest laugh at those people, but I digress. He was raised in hell ... or rather Ohio but I don't want to split hairs. In a smallish county called Portage. As a child he could be found drawing on any surface he could make a mark on, and with all the moving security deposits were more like donations. In School this A.D.H.D. Toth wannabe (but with hands) was considered a bit strange by his peers, ... a malady that never left him as it turned out. As a teenager he was a rebellious youth, A Technicolored street Freak, delving into every aspect of art, from Drawing to painting to Music to Religion to Science to Philosophy in general. Then there were the dark times ... the marriage! When his soul was crushed by evil and doubt. He Dreamt of being an artist but that was not a real job ... how could you feed a family with that pipe dream? However, In just 6 and a half long agonizing years it was over. On the Up side His torment was not without reward; He now has 2 lovely Spawn with which to explore life. Shortly after his divorce Nigel graduated college with a degree in Philosophy. So Armed with his freedom, his offspring, and an amazing ability to argue points that even he may not believe, he set out on the high seas of art! This was a joyous thing! There was much weirdness, art, travel, debauchery and Success. Stories were made and told, and now he Currently travel the amber waves of grain, questioning whatever reality he is presented with, chewing that up and spitting it out in the form of art. Then Nigel shows that art to the hapless masses in hopes that it moves them as much at it moved him to create it. Nigel's art in form is Symbolism (Much like Surrealism), represented in either a realism or Abstracts, and in function it explores basic ideas we hold, mostly it does so by exploring questions of Reality, Love, Thought and plain old strangeness. Nigel's belief is that art should spur conversation, not just match ones curtains. Now you may ask, "What does all this have to do with piracy?" Well, he was always a grungy, bandana wearin' freak. His family was and is highly Piratical What with their last name Rogers all the family businesses are Jolly Roger this and Jolly Roger that ... Not to mention their propensity for Rum. So with his families' nautical background and the new Pirate craze, the public proclaimed him a pirate, and a pirate he was. Yet, having always loved pirates, one can say Nigel got peanut butter in his chocolate!” Nigels's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/NigelSade Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

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Episode 051: May 24, 2025 Guest Host Lazarus talks about pricing art, from fine art galleries and auction houses, to comic cons and artist alleys, to every aspect of the commercial world. GAG Pricing & Ethical Guidelines: https://bookshop.org/p/books/graphic-artists-guild-handbook-16th-edition-pricing-ethical-guidelines-the-graphic-artists-guild/15359916?ean=9780262542395&next=t&affiliate=105459 Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

Episode 050: May 10, 2025 This week Lazarus guest hosts, teaching Art Appreciation for everyone. There are far too many myths about the art world that many find both intimidating and sometimes even offensive. Lazarus dispells those myths and teaches how to enjoy art at every level without fear of judgement. Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

Send us a textIn this episode, Vanessa talks with Jenny Long - former teacher turned professional artist.  Jenny details her journey from Covid to Long Covid through the grief of leaving teaching and how she has found a career she can love that meets her current needs.  Jenny talks about the process through which she learned and art, developed the infrastructure for the business side of things, and shares how the business has grown. Connect with Jenny! https://dotalongAK.comFind her on Instagram, Threads, TikTok and Youtube @DotalongAKConnect with VanessaVanessa@TeachersinTransition.comFollow Vanessa on Facebook or join in the conversation! Leave a voicemail or text at 512-640-9099Connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn!Schedule a free Discovery Session with Vanessa hereFollow Vanessa on Bluesky @beyondteaching.bsky.socialVisit the homepage at TeachersinTransition.com to learn more! Help Grow the Podcast!Please share this podcast with someone that you think might like what it has to say.  People find new podcasts mostly because they've been recommended by someone they know.    The transcript to this podcast is found on the episode's homepage at Buzzspout

Episode 049: April 26, 2025 This week Lazarus guest hosts again with an important topic for artists and art buyers. The majority of art business relationships are perfectly reasonable and legal - with all parties working towards a mutual goal. But Art Scams run the full spectrum from artist's manipulating their clients to clients abusing their artists to art-adjacent industries trying leverage both sides against each other. Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

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Episode 048: April 19, 2025 The Professional Artist returns after a one week hiatus while Echo (and Lazarus) presented awards in for Illustrators of the Future in Hollywood, California. This episode, Echo talks careers with judge Tom Wood, a great illustrator and graphic designer with a long history in many art fields, from oils to digital across Fantasy, Sports, Music, Celebrities, Products, and Caricatures. He also lectures and supports young artists at Illustrators of the Future. Today, Tom shares breadth of experience with The Professional Illustrator audience. About Tom Wood: Tom Wood is a Fantasy Art Illustrator who is among the best-selling poster artists in the US and Canada. The “Tom Wood Fantasy Art” brand has sold millions of products since 2005. He is also the Owner and Art Director of Meridian Design Works, which creates artwork for well-know properties such as the NFL, Disney, and Warner Bros. Tom credits his parents, for instilling in him the confidence and character to become the artist he is today. Growing up on a rural farm in Arkansas, Tom was self taught and from the age of five. From his first glimpse of Frazetta's “Death Dealer”, Tom's passion for creating some of the most iconic fantasy works, began. His formal education began at the University of Arkansas (Fayetteville), where he was accepted on full academic scholarship. His first professional work was in the screen-printing industry, art directing many sports designs. This early work education propelled him to an extensive freelance career that he maintains 20 years later w/his Meridian Design Works Corp. Today, Tom Wood's creations of Dragons and Medieval, Death-defying Warriors, have become iconic images of Fantasy Culture across America, Europe and Asia. Leading Manufacturers and publishers have licensed the Tom Wood Fantasy Art property for books, posters, figurines and home décor items (more than 100 different products!) accumulating over 8 million in Retail Sales, at well known retailers in countries such as the U.K., Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Australia, New Zealand, and China. In addition, in Tom's work as a commercial artist, his clients have included well-known companies like Warner Brothers, Disney, NBA, NFL, MLS, Reebok, Gatorade and the NCAA. When Tom is not in his studio, he is spending time mentoring young artists, at one of his many appearances at Comic Cons across the country, or running the backroads of his farm with his wife, Kim and daughter, Emily. He lives in Mammoth Spring, Arkansas. Tom Wood's Links: Online Store: https://tomwoodfantasyart.com Design Studio: https://www.meridiandesignworks.com Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

REPLAY from October 5, 2024 Episode 48 Join Echo as she discusses illustration with Dan Dos Santos, award-winning artist for Marvel, DC, Universal Studios, and many more. About Dan Dos Santos Well known for his colorful oil paintings, Dan dos Santos' work spans a variety of genres, including advertising, comics, film and video games. He is best known though for his distinctive book cover work and his Marvel Masterpieces trading card collection. He has worked for clients such as Disney, Universal Studios, Activision, Scholastic Books, The Greenwich Workshop, Penguin Books, Random House, UpperDeck, Wizards of the Coast, DC Comics, and many, many more. Dan has been the recipient of many awards. He is a ‘Rhodes Family Scholarship' winner, a five time ‘Hugo Award' Nominee for Best Artist, Jack Gauhan Award Winner, Chesley Award Winner, and has received both Gold and Silver Medals from ‘Spectrum: The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art'. His illustrations have graced the #1 spot on the New York Times Best Seller list numerous times, and his covers can be seen in bookstores in dozens of countries around the world. Simply put, Dan dos Santos is one the most recognized artists in his field. With hundreds of book covers to his credit, his vision has helped shape what the Fantasy market is today. Dan Dos Santos' Links: Gallery: https://www.dandossantos.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DandosSantos Echo Chernik's Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

Episode 047: April 5, 2025 Lazarus guest-hosts and talks about being flexible as an artist - from style and technique through project choices and creative outlets. Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

Episode 046: March 29, 2025 Rob Carlos is a self-taught fantasy artist who has made a name for himself with murals, video games, celebrity portraits, custom dragon paintings, and general hustling and passion following. He is also a great friend to many artists in the Pacific Northwest, including me. Together we will discuss his unusual career path and what qualifies as “making it” in the art world. About Rob: In 2007, Rob started showing his work at Norwescon, and other conventions across the country, and Helsinki and Dublin Worldcons. For years, Rob primarily illustrated for independent creators, like SJ Tucker and Alexander James Adams. He has been invited to be the AGOH at Radcon, Dragonflight, Miscon, GFGR, Orycon, Norwescon, and Philcon. Rob stays busy doing both self-directed and commercial projects and murals. He is currently the artist for the Twitch stream “Legacy of Fools”, a live actual-play D&D game, and the Art Director and primary illustrator for Beach House RPGs, which released “Start Here: The Introductory RPG” in 2024. Rob's Links: Website: https://www.colorsmith.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecolorsmith Store: https://www.zazzle.com/colorsmith Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

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Episode 045: March 22, 2025 Echo (and possibly Lazarus) talk about working from reference, live or still, including purchasing and using your own, hiring models, taking photographs under less-than-ideal conditions, and amazing stories of successes and failures. She will also discuss the positives and negatives of using AI Gen images for reference. Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

Welcome to the Success With Jewelry podcast, hosted by Laryssa Wirstiuk and Liz Kantner, two experts passionate about helping independent jewelry artists thrive. Welcome to Success with Jewelry Episode #122! This week, Liz is chatting with Hannah Cole, professional artist, tax expert, podcast host and founder of Sunlight Tax. She believes that creative and mission-forward people like us should have access to clear, judgment-free info about taxes and managing our money. She'll be answering all of Liz's tax questions. Plus, for Insiders only, Hannah's diving into her top tips for making tax season stress free. Join us in the bonus episode for all the fun extras! ✨Join our Patreon to unlock the extended episode: https://patreon.com/SuccesswithJewelry Where to Find Hannah: Sunlight Tax Website: https://www.sunlighttax.com/Course: https://courses.sunlighttax.com/file-your-boi-report-new-rule-for-llcs Podcast: https://www.sunlighttax.com/podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sunlighttax/ Liz Kantner works with independent jewelry artists to help them find their unique voices and succeed in today's marketplace. With over ten years of experience in jewelry marketing and sales, Liz offers consulting services and digital strategy. She's also the founder of the Stay Gold Collective, a private group providing live training, industry insights, and personalized feedback. Learn more at https://www.lizkantner.com. Laryssa Wirstiuk is the founder and creative director of Joy Joya, a digital marketing agency for the jewelry industry. She's the author of Jewelry Marketing Joy and the creator of JoyDeck, a platform designed to make marketing accessible for jewelry makers and designers. Laryssa brings her extensive marketing expertise to the podcast, helping jewelers grow their businesses. Discover more at https://joyjoya.com. Tune in to hear Liz and Laryssa share valuable insights, tips, and strategies for success in the jewelry industry!

The Professional Artist 044_ The Multitude of Art Careers and _FreeMaiaEpisode 044: March 15, 2025 Lazarus Chernik takes over the show for a third episode to talk about his role in producing MAIA: The Illustrated Edition and the production process and all the art careers involved in producing works. About Lazarus: Lazarus has led artists and teams for nearly 30 years, including building and staffing multiple art departments from scratch and writing the manuals for those departments on how they need to work. His clients include multinational financial institutions, media companies, publishers, manufacturers, foods, game companies, and many more - all the way down to simple mom-and-pop retailers. Like Echo, he is a judge for Illustrators of the Future. #FreeMaia: https://echochernik.com/pages/free-maia Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/echochernik Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

In this episode of Creative Chats, Mike Brennan welcomes Shen, a pioneering female graffiti artist from the 80s, who shares her journey from street art to professional artistry. They discuss the significance of personal connections in the art world, the evolution of artistic techniques, and the impact of personal loss on creative expression. Shen reflects on her unique name, her early experiences with graffiti, and the challenges she faced in finding her voice as an artist. The conversation also touches on the role of spirituality in her life and work, culminating in a powerful moment of transformation. 3 Key Takeaways:

How did a Wall Street career lead to an art empire? What's the secret to overcoming doubts and building a thriving creative business? In Episode 230 of Late Boomers, Cathy and Merry sit down with Miriam Schulman, an art business coach, podcast host, and author, to uncover her inspiring journey from finance to fine art. Miriam shares her "belief triad" for success, debunks money myths, and reveals why email marketing trumps social media. Plus, get her top tips on pricing art and building a personal brand.Miriam SchulmanMiriam Schulman is an artist and founder of The Inspiration Place. Through her online classes, business coaching programs, and popular podcast, she's helped thousands of artists around the world develop their skill sets and create more time and freedom to do what they love by teaching them how to go from "so-so" sales to "sold-out" collections.After witnessing 9/11, she left a lucrative hedge fund job to focus on her art full time. Since then, Miriam and her art have been featured in major publications including Forbes, The New York Times, What Women Create, Art of Man, Professional Artist magazine, and Art Journaling magazine. Her artwork has also been featured on NBC's “Parenthood” and the Amazon series “Hunters” with Al Pacino. You'll find her best-selling book with HarperCollins Leadership, Artpreneur, The Step by Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living as an Artist, wherever books are sold.When not working in her studio, she splits her time between New York City and a farmhouse in the country.Connect with MiriamMiriam's book: Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living From Your CreativityMiriam's podcast: The Inspiration Place (SchulmanArt.com/iTUNES)Website: https://www.schulmanart.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@schulmanartFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/schulmanart/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/schulmanart/

Episode 043: March 8, 2025 Lazarus Chernik takes over the show for a second episode to talk about Creative Directors, Creative Direction, their role in creative project management, and why they are (supposed to be) an artist's best friend. It is also a career path for artists that is rarely talked about. About Lazarus: Lazarus has led artists and teams for nearly 30 years, including building and staffing multiple art departments from scratch and writing the manuals for those departments on how they need to work. His clients include multinational financial institutions, media companies, publishers, manufacturers, foods, game companies, and many more - all the way down to simple mom-and-pop retailers. Like Echo, he is a judge for Illustrators of the Future. Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

Episode 042: March 1, 2025 Join the conversation on Discord: https://discord.gg/6NSQuG3X Lazarus Chernik takes over the show for one episode to talk about Art Directors, Art Direction, their role in creative project management, and why they are (supposed to be) an artist's best friend. It is also a career path for artists that is rarely talked about. About Lazarus: Lazarus has led artists and teams for nearly 30 years, including building and staffing multiple art departments from scratch and writing the manuals for those departments on how they need to work. His clients include multinational financial institutions, media companies, publishers, manufacturers, foods, game companies, and many more - all the way down to simple mom-and-pop retailers. Like Echo, he is a judge for Illustrators of the Future. Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

Episode 040: February 15, 2025 Please join me discuss art careers with former Halo developer Deunan Berkeley. Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

Episode 040: February 15, 2025 Please join me discuss art careers with Jamie Walton. About Jamie: Jamie Walton is a disabled, LGBTQ+, single mom as well as a self taught artist with a love for mixed media. She works both traditionally and digitally as well as combining the two. Jamie has 20 years of experience working with her favorite medium watercolor and has since continued adding to the list of mediums she uses. More often alcohol markers or watercolors are used in her works as the main medium. She uses her love of Sci-fi, fantasy, reading, and color combined with her experience to create fantasy filled worlds and adorable characters you're sure to fall in love with. The joy she gets from creating is evident in her work and she is so excited to share that with you. Jamie's Links: Website: https://www.jamiewaltonart.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamiewaltonart Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamie.walton.art TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jamiewaltonart Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

Miriam Schulman is the author of "Artpreneur," a book about making a living off our creativity. After witnessing 9/11, she left a lucrative hedge fund job to focus full-time on her art. Since then, her story and art have been featured in major publications including Forbes, The New York Times, What Women Create, Art of Man, Professional Artist magazine, and Art Journaling magazine. Her artwork has also been featured on NBC's “Parenthood” and the Amazon series “Hunters” with Al Pacino.  We talk about getting past the starving artist mindset, pricing our art, limiting beliefs that inhibit artists, the value of taking risks, building confidence, beating procrastination, cultivating creativity, the value of email marketing over social media, embracing your weirdness, why we shouldn't let AI write for us, failure and having haters, advice for self-published authors, the future of marketing, and more. Podcast shownotes are here  Support the show through Patreon

Episode 039: February 8, 2025 Please join me discuss art careers with Brittany Torres. About Brittany: Brittany Torres is an award winning fantasy artist with a unique style of digital painting that focuses on luminous, fantastical female portraits. She braved the college towns of MA to emerge armed with a Bachelor's of Liberal Arts from Mount Holyoke College and a deeper appreciation for female representation. To no one's surprise she majored in both English Literature and in Medieval Studies, specializing in King Arthur, Beowulf, and manuscript research. With a background in publishing, graphic design, along with website and social media marketing business, Brittany has always found ways to stay creative. She currently shows her artwork at fantasy and sci-fi conventions, both internationally (Glasgow Worldcon 2024) and locally, such as her home show Norwescon in Seattle where, among others, has been awarded the People's Choice Best in Show Award in 2022, 2023, and 2024. Brittany also sells her artwork at comic cons around the entire Pacific Northwest, while taking on commissions and doing collaborations, the latest being fan art collaborations with top authors on BookTok. When not glued to the computer you can find her with a cup of coffee in hand, living a ridiculously fun life with her growing family in Washington State. Brittany's Links: Website: https://www.torresfantasyart.com Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

REPLAY: The Professional Artist with Echo Chernik Date: February 1st, 2025 Episode 37 - Join Echo as she interviews artist, nouveau-pirate, and philosopher Nigel Sade on his journey selling his art around the world. About Nigel Sade “Nigel Sade was born on a bright and sunny day nearly to some, and exactly to others, 40 years after D-day. Some consider this meaningful whilst the rest laugh at those people, but I digress. He was raised in hell ... or rather Ohio but I don't want to split hairs. In a smallish county called Portage. As a child he could be found drawing on any surface he could make a mark on, and with all the moving security deposits were more like donations. In School this A.D.H.D. Toth wannabe (but with hands) was considered a bit strange by his peers, ... a malady that never left him as it turned out. As a teenager he was a rebellious youth, A Technicolored street Freak, delving into every aspect of art, from Drawing to painting to Music to Religion to Science to Philosophy in general. Then there were the dark times ... the marriage! When his soul was crushed by evil and doubt. He Dreamt of being an artist but that was not a real job ... how could you feed a family with that pipe dream? However, In just 6 and a half long agonizing years it was over. On the Up side His torment was not without reward; He now has 2 lovely Spawn with which to explore life. Shortly after his divorce Nigel graduated college with a degree in Philosophy. So Armed with his freedom, his offspring, and an amazing ability to argue points that even he may not believe, he set out on the high seas of art! This was a joyous thing! There was much weirdness, art, travel, debauchery and Success. Stories were made and told, and now he Currently travel the amber waves of grain, questioning whatever reality he is presented with, chewing that up and spitting it out in the form of art. Then Nigel shows that art to the hapless masses in hopes that it moves them as much at it moved him to create it. Nigel's art in form is Symbolism (Much like Surrealism), represented in either a realism or Abstracts, and in function it explores basic ideas we hold, mostly it does so by exploring questions of Reality, Love, Thought and plain old strangeness. Nigel's belief is that art should spur conversation, not just match ones curtains. Now you may ask, "What does all this have to do with piracy?" Well, he was always a grungy, bandana wearin' freak. His family was and is highly Piratical What with their last name Rogers all the family businesses are Jolly Roger this and Jolly Roger that ... Not to mention their propensity for Rum. So with his families' nautical background and the new Pirate craze, the public proclaimed him a pirate, and a pirate he was. Yet, having always loved pirates, one can say Nigel got peanut butter in his chocolate!” Nigels's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/NigelSade Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

How AI Image Generation Hurt Artists. More than economically. Episode 037: January 25, 2025 It's take me awhile to formulate my thoughts and how to communication them to the world of non-artists, especially those who think art is “a job” no differently be being a cashier. And there is a lot of earned bitterness by the art community who have been habitually attacked by the same public who couldn't live with the entertainment or learn without our messages. In fact, it's those exact people frustrated at having to deal with artists to “make their buck” that spent billions of dollars developing the software to steal artists works. And at the gallery, the average person is already very confused over what is AI images and what isn't - even accusing me of using it on works that have been out of well over a decade. Please join me, listen, and interact with the art community to understand the real cost of this technology. Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

Art, S3x, and Sarcasm Episode 036: January 18, 2025 Nigel Sade and I take a break and have some fun. Art is more than a hobby or career — it's a lifestyle. About Nigel Sade “Nigel Sade was born on a bright and sunny day nearly to some, and exactly to others, 40 years after D-day. Some consider this meaningful whilst the rest laugh at those people, but I digress. He was raised in hell ... or rather Ohio but I don't want to split hairs. In a smallish county called Portage. As a child he could be found drawing on any surface he could make a mark on, and with all the moving security deposits were more like donations. In School this A.D.H.D. Toth wannabe (but with hands) was considered a bit strange by his peers, ... a malady that never left him as it turned out. As a teenager he was a rebellious youth, A Technicolored street Freak, delving into every aspect of art, from Drawing to painting to Music to Religion to Science to Philosophy in general. Then there were the dark times ... the marriage! When his soul was crushed by evil and doubt. He Dreamt of being an artist but that was not a real job ... how could you feed a family with that pipe dream? However, In just 6 and a half long agonizing years it was over. On the Up side His torment was not without reward; He now has 2 lovely Spawn with which to explore life. Shortly after his divorce Nigel graduated college with a degree in Philosophy. So Armed with his freedom, his offspring, and an amazing ability to argue points that even he may not believe, he set out on the high seas of art! This was a joyous thing! There was much weirdness, art, travel, debauchery and Success. Stories were made and told, and now he Currently travel the amber waves of grain, questioning whatever reality he is presented with, chewing that up and spitting it out in the form of art. Then Nigel shows that art to the hapless masses in hopes that it moves them as much at it moved him to create it. Nigel's art in form is Symbolism (Much like Surrealism), represented in either a realism or Abstracts, and in function it explores basic ideas we hold, mostly it does so by exploring questions of Reality, Love, Thought and plain old strangeness. Nigel's belief is that art should spur conversation, not just match ones curtains. Now you may ask, "What does all this have to do with piracy?" Well, he was always a grungy, bandana wearin' freak. His family was and is highly Piratical What with their last name Rogers all the family businesses are Jolly Roger this and Jolly Roger that ... Not to mention their propensity for Rum. So with his families' nautical background and the new Pirate craze, the public proclaimed him a pirate, and a pirate he was. Yet, having always loved pirates, one can say Nigel got peanut butter in his chocolate!” Nigels's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/NigelSade Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

In this episode, the Team chats with Haley Moore, VP of Design, about her career path from designer to manager and how she came to terms with embracing her natural ability to lead projects and being comfortable managing a team of very skilled designers. She discusses taking leaps in her career in order to not lean away from her natural skillsets, even if they are hard to recognize, and being ok with the concept of not being the best at something. Haley also discusses the traits and qualities she looks for when hiring a new designer, including how to share a bit of yourself with your interviewers. Kristen discusses Bigfoot (again), and Haley unwinds with snacks on the floor to deal with burnout.Host, Producer, & Editor - Mark CelaHost, Director, & Script Writer - Kristen PericleousHost, Social Media Manager, Social Media Content Creator, & Editor - Dan LawsonHost, Website Director - Lauren DeMarks

Episode 035: January 11, 2025 Join Echo as she welcomes So MK from Canada to discuss illustration careers, ornamental art, and branding. About SoMK: So spent several years at the creative end of the advertising business, and accidentally ended up as a teacher of programming languages for the computer industry. In 2001, blissfully unaware, she embarked on a full-time artistic career, becoming a painter, sculptor and jewelry maker! Her love of precision, blown up deadlines, details and hard work, and the proven 'recipes' that she has rediscovered and incorporated in her work, shine through the simplicity and patience involved in creating the traditional technique of illumination. Be it in jewelry or illustration, SoMK draws her inspiration from a variety of sources - a combination of nature, history, fantasy, science-fiction, horror, Math and whisky. SoMK's Links: Website : https://somk.artstation.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/so_somk_klesen BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/somk.bsky.social Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/echochernik Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

Episode 034: January 4, 2025 Paul Vincenti is a multi-disciplinary artist with his fingers in many different art paths: from commercial and fantasy to fine art and home decor to even film. He is also a dear old friend. Join us as we discuss flexibility in one's art career. About Paul Vincenti: Based in Orlando, Florida, Paul has been creating works of art for over 40 years as a professional painter, photographer, magazine editor, composer, filmmaker, and teacher. Paul is primarily an oil painter, yet he has mastered a wide variety of media: airbrush, watercolors, acrylics, digital, 3D, and more. Paul's works are bold and colorful; often leaving the viewer with a peaceful, relaxed feeling. Since his first shows in the late 1970's to the present, he has displayed at many top Art festivals, conventions and Galleries across the country, winning many awards and accolades along the way. His travels have taken him from Spain to Hawaii and many points in between. He has composed a Rock Opera, produced and directed a short film, and is considered a pioneer of Face and Body painting. Always keeping an open mind and never afraid to try something new, his endeavors into the Arts are sure to keep surprising and amazing his followers. Paul Vincenti's Links: Website: http://www.PaulVincentiArt.com Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/echochernik Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

In this episode of Art & Cocktails, Ekaterina Popova shares actionable strategies to help you position yourself as a sought-after professional artist. Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up, this episode covers:   The power of positioning and how it helps you stand out. Key steps to refine your brand, build meaningful connections, and present yourself professionally. Common mistakes to avoid when building your art career.   If you've ever wondered how to attract galleries, connect with collectors, or grow your opportunities, this episode is packed with insights to help you achieve your goals.   Plus, Kat shares two incredible open calls at Create Magazine: The Annual Women's Issue (deadline February 1). Of Land and Longing, a collaborative exhibition with Visionary Art Collective. Learn more and apply: https://createmagazine.submittable.com/submit   Ready to take your career to the next level? Join the VIP waitlist for the Artist Navigation Course to get early access, exclusive bonuses, and a clear roadmap for success. Visit https://createmagazine.myflodesk.com/navigation to sign up! Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome and episode overview 03:15 – The power of positioning and why it matters 10:30 – Key strategies for refining your brand and online presence 18:45 – How to build meaningful connections and network effectively 25:30 – Avoiding common mistakes and staying aligned with your vision 30:00 – Special announcements: Create Magazine open calls Links and Resources: Join the VIP Waitlist for the Artist Navigation Course: https://createmagazine.myflodesk.com/navigation Submit Your Art: Create Magazine Submissions Follow Us On IG:  Create Magazine: @createmagazine

Jessie Boulard Episode 033: December 28, 2024 Jessie Boulard is an award-winning illustrator applying her skills to social issues. We will talk about passion projects plus art education and more. About Jessie Boulard: Jessie is a Canadian non-status Indigenous Mixed-Blood of the Anishinaabe First Nation Freelance Illustrator who received her Honours Bachelor of Applied Arts in Illustration from Sheridan College. She is known for her strong line work and love of textures. Believing that art is more than just a form of expression, Jessie uses her skills to convey important issues as well as personal growth. Jessie is currently living in Southern Ontario, Freelancing and building Lux Arts; A Nomadic Community Art Studio for all ages. Jessie previously worked at Niagara College for 8 years teaching Illustration in the Graphic Design program. Currently Jessie's passions have moved her towards exploring the symbiotic relationship humans and nature share. She is working on a series of pieces depicting this relationship and looking forward to showcasing her work. Clients include Penguin Random House Canada, Tundra Book Group, eOne Entertainment, TBDoc Productions Inc., CRAVE, CANADALAND, LTBB of Odawa Indians, Superfriendly, The Writers' Union of Canada, Hour Detroit, CBC News, THIS Magazine, Studio M, Walmart, Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan, Inc., The Walrus, CONTINUE MEDIA Inc., Canadian Geographic, Boathouse Brands In 2022, Jessie won The One Award (San Diego): Silver Medal for Social Impact for Anishinaabe Cooking Resources Initiative Jessie Boulard's Links: Website: https://www.jessieboulard.com Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/echochernik Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

Episode 17 is Part 2 of our 2 part series with iconic Automotive Artist Chris Dunlop, better known on Social media as Pinstripe Chris. Scott and Micheal, with Chris, share their Luftgekuhlt 10 experiences at Universal Studio's Back-lot. Then they get into the meat of the interview. Chris takes us on a journey through his life, possibilities of becoming a professional skateboarder and landing on how he got into Creating Art as a profession. Chris explains his process, technique and inspiration for his art and so much more. Buckle-up as we carve through the canyons of this dynamic episode. Our Guests Chris Dunlop's Info: Instragram: @pinstripe_chris website: www.artofchrisdunlop.com Facebook: Chris Dunlop (Pinstripe Chris) Tik Tok: @pinstripechris   Instagram: @rennstreetpodcast Scott: @scottkelly911tt Michael: @the.targa.chronicles   Tik Tok: @rennstreetpodcast   Huge thank you to our Sponsors: House Automotive www.houseautogroup.com @houseautomotive   CP-Carrillo Pistons & Rods www.cp-carrillo.com @cpcarrillo_   Paulaner Sunset Soft Drinks www.paulaner-sunset.com @paulaner.sunset   Onyx Auto Preservation www.onyxautopreservation.com @onyxautopreservation   Porsche Santa Clarita www.porschesantaclarita.com @porschesantaclarita

Miriam Schulman is an art biz coach, host of The Inspiration Place Podcast, and the author of Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making a Sustainable Living from Your Creativity (HarperCollins Leadership, January 2023). Through her online classes, business coaching programs, and popular podcast, she's helped thousands of artists around the world develop their skill sets and create more time and freedom to do what they love by teaching them how to go from so-so sales to sold-out collections.  After witnessing 9/11, she left a lucrative hedge fund job to pursue art full time. Since then, Miriam and her art have been featured in major publications including Forbes, The New York Times, What Women Create, Art of Man, Professional Artist magazine, and Art Journaling magazine. Her artwork has also been featured on NBC's “Parenthood” and the Amazon series “Hunters” with Al Pacino. Her forthcoming book with HarperCollins Leadership, Artpreneur: The Step-by-Step Guide to Making A Sustainable Living from Your Creativity, is available now wherever books are sold.https://schulmanart.com/https://facebook.com/schulmanarthttps://youtube.com/schulmanarthttps://instagram.com/schulmanarthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/schulmanart/When not working in her studio, she splits her time between New York City and a farmhouse in the country.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.

Rose Catherine Khan Episode 031: December 21, 2024 Rose Catherine Khan joins me to discuss both of us being working artists and mothers. About Rose Catherine Khan: Rose Catherine Khan is a fantasy illustrator from Orlando, Florida. Over the past decade, she has created designs and illustrations for clients across the country. Her artwork sells internationally and her collectibles can be found in gift shops around the world. She particularly enjoys illustrating puzzles and designing figurines for companies including Ravensburger Games, Buffalo Games, Aquarius and Pacific Giftware. In December of 2019, Rose completed a series of puzzles that can be found at retailers including Target, Walmart and Michaels. Since 2019, she has continued to populate the world with intricate puzzle artwork, completing her 17th puzzle at the start of 2023. Rose is represented by Tate Licensing. Rose Catherine Khan's Links: Website: https://www.rosecatherine.com Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

Travis Louie Episode 031: December 14, 2024 Fellow Pratt grad Travis Louie joins me to discuss art, illustration, finding your voice and standing out from the crowd. About Travis Louie: Travis Louie's paintings come from the tiny little drawings and many writings in his journals. He has created his own imaginary world that is grounded in Victorian and Edwardian times. It is inhabited by human oddities, mythical beings, and otherworldly characters who appear to have had their formal portraits taken to mark their existence. The underlying thread that connects all these characters is the unusual circumstances that shape who they were and how they lived. Some of their origins are a complete mystery while others are hinted at. A man is cursed by a goat, a strange furry being is discovered sleeping in a hedge, an engine driver can't seem to stop vibrating in his sleep, a man overcomes his phobia of spiders, etc, … Using acrylic paint washes and simple textures on smooth boards, he has created portraits from an alternative universe that seemingly may or may not have existed. His work is about identity and remembrance, with a veiled commentary on racism and the immigrant experience. He would like the fear of "the other" to be replaced with a curiosity about the unknown and a sense of wonder regarding those things that are unfamiliar. Travis Louie's Links: Website: https://www.travislouieart.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travislouie Twitter: https://twitter.com/travislouie Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/travis.louie Tumblr: https://www.tumblr.com/blog/travislouie Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

Please join us Right Now, December 09, 2024 at 11:00AM PST as Composer, Writer, Director Cyril Morin, Producer, Director, Actor Chase Dudley and Celebrity Visual Artist, Professional Artist Clarence J. Pointer joins host Ron Brewington on "The Actor's Choice."

Episode 030: December 7, 2024 Sara Breslin joins me and we talk about how to make your merchandise. What do you choose? How do you make it? Which vendors do you choose? Who is your audience? How do you reach them? Everything we can think of and PLEASE ask questions. :) About Sara Breslin: Sara Breslin has made a name for herself as a Symbolist Figure Artist with colorful, feminine work informed by the late 19th-century Art Nouveau style and the early 20th-century Surrealism movement. She obtained her BFA in 2014 from the University of Rhode Island, having majored in Fine Arts, and has continued her studio practice in Rhode Island ever since. Breslin's watercolor and mixed media paintings meld reality and fantasy to create empowering images of the Divine Feminine. These images employ strong narrative concepts, incorporating elements from nature, ancient symbols, and dynamic colors to breathe life into her mesmerizing figures. Through her work, Breslin explores the power of womxn and femininity while delving into the complexity of human emotions. Her own experiences deeply inform Breslin's work, and she uses her paintings to express and affirm her own gender identity and mental health. With representation in local galleries and retail locations, Breslin's art has become a unique addition to the community. She regularly shows work in exhibitions and art fairs and frequently collaborates with nonprofits Beyond the Diagnosis and Art for Eyes. Most notably, in 2023 Breslin presented an ambitious solo exhibition, Sonder at AS220 in Providence, RI. Sara Breslin's Links: Website: https://www.sarabreslin.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarabreslin Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

The finale episode of this year's The Acrobatic Arts Podcast features memorable moments from the 2024 line-up. Top take-a-ways in a countdown of the best include clips from Derek Piquette, Karen Ritchie, Dr. Linda Bluestein, Drew Burgess, and Dr. Leisha Strachan. Thank you to our listeners, and a huge thank you to ALL our amazing guests this past year! Feel free to also send us your ideas for the topics and innovators from the dance and acro industry that will entertain, inspire, and take your teaching to the next level in 2025: Admin@acrobaticArts.com Connect with Acrobatic Arts on your favourite social media platform: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/acrobaticarts/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Acroarts Twitter: https://twitter.com/acrobatic_arts/ If you'd like more amazing content more tips and ideas check out our Acrobatic Arts Channel on YouTube. Subscribe Now! Learn more and register for our programs at AcrobaticArts.com

About Bruce Brenneise Bruce Brenneise (pronounced Bren-EYE-zee) is an award- winning illustrator. He is known for world-building via vibrant, epic, otherworldly environments for Magic: The Gathering, Slay the Spire, Numenera and more. He has also been a Chelsea Award Finalist in 2020, 2021, and 2023. Fun facts: Bruce studied scientific illustration at the University of Michigan (BFA), lived in China for six years, and has traveled thirty-eight countries and counting. Bruce Brenneise Links: Website: https://www.brucebrenneise.com Patreon: / brucebrenneise Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: / echoxartist Instagram: / echochernik Patreon: / thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/e... Explore the podcast

Painting and Videos and Cats—Oh my! Episode 029: November 30, 2024 Join me as I interview Tiffany Toland-Scott about art, illustration, licensing, oil painting, chronic illness, cats, and more! About Tiffany Toland-Scott Tiffany Toland-Scott is a Chesley-nominated artist originally from the Cascade foothills of Washington State and now living in Georgia. She works primarily in oil and watercolor, but started out as a digital artist. She's self-published a number of fantasy and gothic art books, coloring books, and the Ancient Wisdom Oracle Deck. She has also worked for and with other companies, producing The Angel Tarot for Llewellyn Worldwide (2025) and a number of illustrations for Flame Tree Publishing, Hot Topic, Out of Step Books, and others. Tiffany is a proponent of the self-taught artist, having left the scammy for-profit art schools behind as a young adult and pursued an artistic career without them. She is an ardent supporter of free art education and produces 4-5 instructional videos a month on her YouTube channel: @spellboundbrush. Tiffany Toland-Scott Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffanytolandscott YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SpellboundBrush Website: https://www.spellboundbrush.com Originals: https://www.tdartgallery.com Blog: http://www.paintwitch.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tolandart Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

Join Echo as she interviews Tremani Sutcliffe. Tremani challenges traditional concepts of fantasy art, bringing new perspectives, styles, and narratives to the genre. Learn ways to use creativity and innovation fuel your work, from unconventional techniques to reimagining familiar fantasy themes, and showcase your humanity in your art. About Tremani Sutcliffe Tremani Sutcliffe is an award-winning illustrator who is developing her own Tabletop Role-Playing IP. Tremani Sutcliffe Links: Portfolio: https://www.decisiveart.myportfolio.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alteration_games Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/...

November 9, 2024 Christina Wald and Echo discuss art careers, improving one's art, and the power of sketching. Christina travels the world, designs toys, illustrates, sketches and invites others to join her. Her client list is a who's who of the publishing industry. About Christina Wald Christina specializes in illustration, toy and giftware design, and product design. She has illustrated over 60 children's books and done artwork for many other books, magazines, packaging, and products. She graduated from the University of Cincinnati with a degree in Industrial Design and runs Cincinnati's weekly Illustrators Lunch and is part of the team that manages Urban Sketchers Cincinnati. She also teaches illustration at Northern Kentucky University. Her obsessions include travel, reading, comics, audiobooks, movies, good TV, stand-up comedy, musicals, game nights, design, animation, urban sketching, sketching, and weird history. Christina Wald Link: https://christinawald.com Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

Episode 23: October 19, 2024 Join me and Arthur Ball discuss the importance of flexibility in art careers. About Arthur Ball “Arthur Ball, The Above Average Artist is a self named artistic genius who is extremely humble. He is a Sculptor, Digital Illustrator, Painter and Carpenter. He has worked in print, movies, television and was also a toy designer once. He loves working with his hands outdoors. He tries to live by one question, Why be Average?” Arthur Ball's Links: Portfolio: https://www.aboveaverageart.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheAboveAverageArtist Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

Illustration Conventions Episode 25: November 2, 2024 April Solomon joins me to discuss IlluxCon and her journey to become a professional illustrator. April was one of the winners of Illustrators of the Future, Volume 39. She is a traditional fantasy illustrator and specializes in Dragons. Echo recently hired her to collaborate on a fantasy game project they can't talk about yet, but April's career is just starting to take off. April Solomon Links: https://linktr.ee/aprilsolomonart Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

Episode 22: October 12, 2024 Join me as Nigel Sade and I discuss traveling internationally to sell art, including how to ship and manage customs forms. About Nigel Sade “Nigel Sade was born on a bright and sunny day nearly to some, and exactly to others, 40 years after D-day. Some consider this meaningful whilst the rest laugh at those people, but I digress. He was raised in hell ... or rather Ohio but I don't want to split hairs. In a smallish county called Portage. As a child he could be found drawing on any surface he could make a mark on, and with all the moving security deposits were more like donations. In School this A.D.H.D. Toth wannabe (but with hands) was considered a bit strange by his peers, ... a malady that never left him as it turned out. As a teenager he was a rebellious youth, A Technicolored street Freak, delving into every aspect of art, from Drawing to painting to Music to Religion to Science to Philosophy in general. Then there were the dark times ... the marriage! When his soul was crushed by evil and doubt. He Dreamt of being an artist but that was not a real job ... how could you feed a family with that pipe dream? However, In just 6 and a half long agonizing years it was over. On the Up side His torment was not without reward; He now has 2 lovely Spawn with which to explore life. Shortly after his divorce Nigel graduated college with a degree in Philosophy. So Armed with his freedom, his offspring, and an amazing ability to argue points that even he may not believe, he set out on the high seas of art! This was a joyous thing! There was much weirdness, art, travel, debauchery and Success. Stories were made and told, and now he Currently travel the amber waves of grain, questioning whatever reality he is presented with, chewing that up and spitting it out in the form of art. Then Nigel shows that art to the hapless masses in hopes that it moves them as much at it moved him to create it. Nigel's art in form is Symbolism (Much like Surrealism), represented in either a realism or Abstracts, and in function it explores basic ideas we hold, mostly it does so by exploring questions of Reality, Love, Thought and plain old strangeness. Nigel's belief is that art should spur conversation, not just match ones curtains. Now you may ask, "What does all this have to do with piracy?" Well, he was always a grungy, bandana wearin' freak. His family was and is highly Piratical What with their last name Rogers all the family businesses are Jolly Roger this and Jolly Roger that ... Not to mention their propensity for Rum. So with his families' nautical background and the new Pirate craze, the public proclaimed him a pirate, and a pirate he was. Yet, having always loved pirates, one can say Nigel got peanut butter in his chocolate!” Nigels's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/NigelSade Echo Chernik Links: Website: https://www.EchoChernik.com Illustration: https://www.echo-x.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/echoxartist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/echochernik Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thexcaliberproject Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/profile/echox/created

Order your exclusive da Vinci BoldBrush paintbrush set!https://brushoffer.com/collections/boldbrushLearn the magic of marketing  with us here at BoldBrush!https://www.boldbrushshow.com/Get over 50% off your first year on your artist website with FASO:https://www.FASO.com/podcast/---On today's episode, we sat down with S.C. "Chris" Mummert, a full-time professional artist living in San Diego who specializes in American traditional Western painting with a dreamlike, romanticized quality. He shares with us his journey from aspiring artist to successful full-time painter, emphasizing the importance of discipline, continuous improvement, and strategic marketing. He discusses the challenges of transitioning from part-time to full-time art, as well as his unique creative process involving photo shoots, maquettes, and collaborations with galleries. Mummert stresses the value of feedback and experimentation, and encourages aspiring artists to embrace uncertainty and trust that the universe will support their authentic pursuits. He also speaks about the emotional impact of viewing art in person versus online, and the lessons he's learned from artistic masters like Norman Rockwell and his personal mentors. Finally, Chris tells us all about his amazing new book "The 30-Minute Artist", a book inspired by his own desire to build up his skill and discipline that he compares to a personal painting gym. The book is available now to purchase on Amazon! The link is in the episode description.S.C. Mummert's book "The 30-Minute Artist":https://www.scmummert.com/booksS.C. Mummert's Website:https://www.scmummert.com/S.C. Mummert's Instagram page:https://www.instagram.com/mummertstudios/S.C. Mummert's Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/mummertstudios/

Roz Cauthen, Executive Director of the Baltimore School for the Arts, joins Rob Lee on "The Truth In This Art" podcast. They discuss Baltimore School for the Arts, Roz's journey in art, and the importance of education as an artist. Roz, with a rich background in theater arts, shares her journey and dedication to nurturing young talent and promoting diversity in arts education. She reflects on her experiences at BSA, the school's vibrant atmosphere, and its impact on students' lives. The conversation highlights her commitment to equity, innovative programming, and promoting healing through the arts, emphasizing an inclusive and dynamic learning environment at the school. Roz emphasizes the importance of representation and creating opportunities for young artists, ensuring their voices are heard and celebrated. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Robert W. Deutsch Foundation.If you have a story about art, culture, or community in Baltimore, share it with us at rob@thetruthinthisart.com for a chance to be featured on "The Truth In This Art" podcast. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the arts and culture podcast scene and showcase your insights on "The Truth In This Art" with Rob Lee.Follow The Truth In This Art on Twitter, Threads, IG, and Facebook @truthinthisart Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard.Episode illustration by Alley Kid Art.About "The Truth In This Art"Hosted by Rob Lee, "The Truth In This Art" podcast dives into the heart of creativity and its influence on the community. This arts and culture podcast from Baltimore highlights artists discussing their ideas, sharing insights, and telling impactful stories. Through these artist interviews, listeners gain a deeper understanding of the creative economy and artistic life in Baltimore. Support the show:Merch from Redbubble | Make a Donation  ★ Support this podcast ★