A Curious Miniature Adventure Podcast

In this episode, We explore the differences between art and craft within the context of miniature painting, shining a light on the similarities and differences to fine art and functional objects. We share our disgust with gatekeeping with our personal experiences. We discuss the nature of art versus craft and the importance of self-identification as an artist as you navigate your own creative journey.

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In this episode, we explore the complex psychology behind procrastination, how our minds trick us, and practical strategies to overcome these mental barriers to achieve our creative goals. We dig into the roots of procrastination, fear, and share practical thoughts on how to disarm them so you can get back to your creative journey.

Follow us on Instagram!Devin Bush: https://www.instagram.com/brush.adept/Dan Dugal: https://www.instagram.com/dan_dugal/

Amazon Affiliate Links to additional resources:Note: Buying from these affiliate links are a great way to continue your own curiosity while helping to support us. The products listed don’t cost you any more, but Amazon throws us a little commission on each sale. We use that to pay for the things we need for the podcast like software, hosting, and more.

Do the Work: Overcome Resistance and Get Out of Your Own Way, Steven Pressfield

https://amzn.to/46HdIiV

The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles, Steven Pressfield

https://amzn.to/4gJBvDH

We Need Your Art: Stop Messing Around and Make Something, Amie McNee

https://amzn.to/4gJ9f3T

Atomic Habits – Change Your Life Through Small Steps, James Clear

https://amzn.to/4iNnoQa

Behind the Brush, Enric Mikkelsen

https://amzn.to/3Qqgu82

Tiny Experiments: How to Live Freely in a Goal-Obsessed World, Anne-Laure Le Cunff

https://amzn.to/3SITfqD

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In this episode, we explore crafting the workflow you use for creating your art. We discuss your space, whether you have a dedicated space, limited space, or even temporary space and how that affects your start. We talk about both our workflows for a project, and for each individual session; getting started faster with minimal friction, having a good session, celebrating your wins, and ‘leaving yourself a good spawn-point’ for the next session or project.

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Devin Bush: https://www.instagram.com/brush.adept/

Dan Dugal: https://www.instagram.com/dan_dugal/

key topics

* Workflow optimization in miniature painting

* Space organization and management

* Tools and storage solutions for limited space

* Planning and project management

* Importance of reference gathering and physical references

* Creating a pre-session setup to reduce friction

* Chunking projects into manageable parts

* Reflecting on completed work to improve

* Evolving workflow through reflection and experimentation

Affiliate Links to additional resources:

Note: Buying from these affiliate links are a great way to continue your own curiosity while helping to support us. The products listed don’t cost you any more, and Amazon throws us a little bit for each sale. We use that to pay for the things we need for the podcast like software, hosting, and more.

Behind the Brush, Enric Mikkelsen

https://amzn.to/3Qqgu82

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Devin Bush

Dan Dugal

In this episode, Devin and Dan explore how we learn. Starting with learning modalities like audial, visual, textual, and kinesthetic and how most of us tend to have a preference for one, but knowing about and mixing them together can make a more wholistic educational experience. From there, they examine andragogy, an adult learning theory pioneered by German educator Eugen Rosenstock-Huessy, and expanded by Malcolm Knowles, an early pioneer in the field. Using these tools and practical tips from the hosts, we hope to help you take control of your learning journey and help you craft your education with focus and intention.

Links to other resources:

Androgogy (wikipedia) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andragogy

The 4 Things it Takes to Become an Expert (from Veritasium) Veritasium (YouTube)

Daniel Pink on Youtube

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Drive by Daniel Pink

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Motivation

Lack of motivation keeping you from your painting desk?

Motivation, or the lack of it, affects all of us from time to time in our painting journey. In this episode, Dan and Devin take a deep dive into motivation. They reveal some things that masquerade as lack of motivation but are symptoms of other problems. They discuss intrinsic vs extrinsic motivation and then presents three motivational styles based in the Indian practice of Ayurveda; Fire, Wind, and Earth. Understanding yourself can help you to identify which style works best for you, and help you design your workflow and practice to keep moving forward on your curious miniature adventure.

Additional links from the show:

The Sharpest Rose (stl) from Hugo Gómez Briones

https://hugovindicare.gumroad.com/l/thesharpestrose?layout=profile

Roman Lappat: 20 years+ of Miniature Painting as my daily job: This is what keeps me motivated

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q-y0XvBHoPY

Healthy Gamer GG: 3 Motivation Styles determined by Personality

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tRWX21lW_bU

Enric Mikkelsen: Behind the Brush: Creativity, Discipline and the Mindset of an Artist

https://a.co/d/0ePu5y68

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Summary

In this episode, Dan and Devin explore the emotional journey of repairing your relationship with miniature painting, overcoming imposter syndrome, and reigniting passion through curiosity and self-care. They share personal stories, practical tips, and insights on maintaining motivation and growth in the hobby. In this engaging conversation, Dan Dugal and Devin Bush explore the deep emotional and psychological aspects of painting, motivation, and personal growth. They share personal stories, insights on repairing relationships with art, and practical advice for reconnecting with your passion.

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Key Topics

Repairing your relationship with painting

Overcoming imposter syndrome and self-doubt

Strategies for maintaining motivation and curiosity

The importance of self-care and recharging

Personal stories of artistic growth and setbacks The importance of understanding intrinsic vs extrinsic motivation

The process of repairing and rekindling passion for art

The four stages of competence and mastery in painting

The role of community and connection in artistic growth

Practical steps for self-reflection and personal development

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Curious Miniature Podcast

05:41 Repairing Your Relationship with Painting

12:53 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

19:19 Nourishing Your Creative Mind

23:38 The Importance of Continuous Learning

24:02 Building Skills Gradually

26:58 Reigniting Creativity and Curiosity

28:09 The Monte San Savino Experience

29:55 The Quest for Gold

33:03 Dealing with Disappointment

37:09 Repairing the Relationship with Painting

40:54 Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Motivation

45:02 Rediscovering the Joy of Painting

48:59 Engagement and Workflow Optimization

52:31 Understanding Competence Levels

55:30 The Journey to Mastery

57:32 The Importance of Active Engagement

01:00:27 Reconnecting with Passion

01:04:30 The Power of Community and Connection

01:10:29 Self-Reflection and Personal Growth

Resources

Behind the Brush by Enric Mikkelsen - amazon

Host Links

Dan - https://www.instagram.com/dan_dugal/

Devin - https://www.instagram.com/brush.adept/

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dandugal.substack.com