In this one-off special podcast, Nikki sat down with GNAL yoga instructor, Rachel Applegate. Everything from how she got into teaching yoga (hint, it wasn't her first teaching experience), her previous experiences with GNAL, and how anyone with any ability can participate. Listen now and sign up for her session with GNAL!

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Art Happens Here is an 800 West Production. To learn more, visit www.gnal800west.org.

The art show prospectus--it's filled with details for how and when you can display your work at any show. And it's important to review is carefully.

But don't let it intimidate or deter you from showing  your works.

In this episode we mention how to properly wire your work for display.

Supply needed:

• Braided wire, d-rings, screws, crimping loops. You can get a full kit like this one on Amazon.
• Wire cutters. You can get an inexpensive, but decent quality pair here.

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Art Happens Here is an 800 West Production. To learn more, visit www.gnal800west.org.

Paul Manoogian, GNAL Board Member and instructor, and Nikki complete their conversation on all things art and inspiration.

We will be back in a few weeks with Ria rejoining in her co-host seat. Until then, enjoy this episode and make great art!

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Art Happens Here is an 800 West Production. To learn more, visit www.gnal800west.org.

We are back for 2025!!

Paul Manoogian, GNAL Board member and instructor, joins Nikki on the podcast while Ria is out celebrating her latest addition to the family. 

We talk all things inspiration, painting with light, and how to break some rules.

Join us for Part 1 of this conversation!

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Art Happens Here is an 800 West Production. To learn more, visit www.gnal800west.org.

Interested in getting started in art but don't have the money to invest a lot into something you aren't sure about? 

Maybe you want to try out another medium but afraid it will cost too much to just dabble?

We got you.... from unconventional places, expensive product swaps, and ingenuity getting starting in art doesn't have to cost you your kibble money. 

Speaking of kibble, we also introduce a little about our recent adoptee and resident studio cat, Frida Zuzu.

Product mentions in this episode:

Nikki's must have for the studio: Crocodile Wipes. For about $20, a pack of 100 will last quite a while.

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Art Happens Here is an 800 West Production. To learn more, visit www.gnal800west.org.

"In the pursuit of any creative calling, you get resistance from yourself."
The War of Art by Steven Pressfield

In this episode, we explore how to get beyond the blank canvas, paper, page, etc. and just launch the creative process.

From doing the laundry to a 2 a.m. redecoration, we own up to the things that distract when the brain doesn't want to work. We also delve into our inner critic and where that comes from.

Listen in and let us know--how do you get over the blank.

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Art Happens Here is an 800 West Production. To learn more, visit www.gnal800west.org.

This episode we talk about personal brand, social media, building a website, and telling your story. Plus Nikki's best tips for staying cybersafe!

Books referenced:
Artpreneur by Miriam Schulman

Crafting your Brand by Matt Tommey

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Art Happens Here is an 800 West Production. To learn more, visit www.gnal800west.org.

Meet your hosts. Get an idea of what we are doing and why. 

We also explore our biggest lessons learned, how we got involved, and some of the fun things that have happened. Also, coffee & cats.

Support the show

Art Happens Here is an 800 West Production. To learn more, visit www.gnal800west.org.