Alexander Notarangelo is a self-taught hyper-realistic oil painter whose mind-blowing attention to detail brings canvas to life. Alexander shares how he juggles his art practice with full-time work and Dad life—while still growing a loyal audience online.
You'll discover how he balances multiple paintings at once, how he creates engaging and authentic Instagram content for artists, and his personal take on art pricing, commissions, and mental health in the creative process.
🧠 What You’ll Learn:
How Alexander developed his hyper-realistic painting style
Why working on multiple canvases fuels momentum
Instagram strategies for artists that build real engagement
Navigating mental health while creating and posting art online
The role of personal branding for artists in 2025
🎯 Key Takeaways for Artists:
Consistency and layering are essential to mastery
Authentic content builds trust and a wider audience
You don’t have to go full-time to have serious impact
Balance between creation, marketing, and mental well-being is crucial
Your creative process and personal story are powerful online tools
🔗 Follow Alexander Notarangelo
Website: https://www.alexandernotarangelo.com/
🔗 Follow Host Andy Marshall
Website: https://andycmarshall.com/
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Patreon members receive:
The Scenic Route: Extended 1 hour video interview
The Short Cut: Get to ask podcast guests questions, access to the weekly deep dive blogs and the extended hour long video podcast.
The Artists Highway: Monthly one-on-one video call to talk about ways we can help your art business thrive. Get to ask podcast guests questions, access to the weekly deep dive blogs and the extended hour long video podcast.