Honest Art Podcast with Jodie King

Think it’s too late to pursue your art career? Think again.

In this episode, I’m talking to Caleigh Parsons, an artist who started painting in her 40s and is now making some MOVES. We’ll unpack her journey from gallery owner to artist, how powerful a community is for growing, and how creating your own opportunities can take you further than you’d ever imagined.

We talk about redefining what it means to be an artist — and why the right time to start is whenever you decide to. Get ready for a powerful conversation that will inspire, especially if you’re a new artist.

Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_.

Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at [email protected]!

Resources mentioned:

• Get on my email list to save on Color Course for Rebels + Patreon subscriptions during Black Friday: https://www.jodiekingart.com/jointhelist 

• Rebel Artists Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/rebelartistssociety  

• Color Course for Rebels 101 & 102: https://www.jodiekingart.com/ccfr

• Studio Elite: https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite 

• Episode 84: How Artists Can Let Go of Perfection and Play More With Nina Berenato: https://jodieking.com/episode-84-how-artists-can-let-go-of-perfection-and-play-more-with-nina-berenato/ 

• Hear Sarah Blakely’s (the founder of Spanx) story: https://www.masterclass.com/articles/sara-blakely-founder-of-spanx

• Stay in touch with Caleigh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caleighparsonsart/ 

• Check out Caleigh’s original artwork here: https://caleighparsonsart.com/ 

• Sign up for the Honest Art Workshop in Austin, TX: https://jodieking.com/honest-art-workshop-austin-february-2025 

• Subscribe to my Patreon for as little as $1 a month and get access to additional art career resources: patreon.com/honestartpodcast 

• Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA 

• For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast  

It’s time for another “Ask Me Anything” episode! I’m answering listener questions with my raw, honest opinion on all things art, and your career as an artist. 

And while I get a lot of listener questions about ALL KINDS of things, on this week’s episode, I’m digging into some specifics when it comes to pricing and selling your art. 

We’ll talk through questions like: 

• Should you use artists platforms that promise to “do it all for you”?

• How can you effectively price your art (so it sells for all it’s worth)?

• How do you deal with scammers when selling art?

And of course, plenty more.

Don’t forget — if you want to submit your own questions to be featured in my next Ask Me Anything, you can do so on my Patreon: http://patreon.com/honestartpodcast 

Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_.

Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at [email protected]!

Resources mentioned:

• Color Course for Rebels 102: https://www.jodiekingart.com/ccfr 

• Studio Elite: https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite  

• Ask Me Anything, Part III: https://jodieking.com/episode-66-ask-me-anything-your-burning-questions-answered-part-3/ 

• 20% off Artwork Archive: https://www.artworkarchive.com/jk 

• Squarespace website builder: https://www.squarespace.com/ 

• Episode 67: Fight Me! Yes, An Artist Needs An Email List with Yasmine Kashefi: https://jodieking.com/episode-67-fight-me-yes-an-artist-needs-an-email-list-with-yasmine-kashefi/ 

• Mailchimp: https://mailchimp.com/ 

• Active Campaign: https://www.activecampaign.com/ 

• Episode 87: How Imposter Syndrome is Holding You Back as an Artist (& What to do About it): https://jodieking.com/episode-87-how-imposter-syndrome-is-holding-you-back-as-an-artist-what-to-do-about-it/ 

• Episode 74: Level Up Your Art With Glazes, Varnishes, & Fixatives: https://jodieking.com/episode-74-level-up-your-art-with-glazes-varnishes-fixatives/

• Episode 14: How to Price Your Art (So It Sells!): https://jodieking.com/episode-14-how-to-price-your-art-so-it-sells/ 

• Degas Fixative Spray: https://amzn.to/3AquDtT 

• Krylon Fixative Spray: https://amzn.to/4fDEUSk 

• Subscribe to my Patreon for as little as $1 a month and get access to additional art career resources: patreon.com/honestartpodcast 

• How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!    

• Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA  

• For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast  

The number one thing holding you back in your art? Self-doubt. That feeling of not-enoughness. That wondering if you’re even a real artist because you didn’t go to art school, you don’t have all the fancy supplies, you’re painting at your kitchen table…I could go on. 

It’s time to tell that voice to take a hike, y’all. Our work as artists is too important to be shut down and held back by imposter syndrome.

In this episode of The Honest Art Podcast, we’ll dig into things like:

• Why the fugly stage of your art isn’t a reflection of you as an artist

• How feelings of worthiness impact your art career (business-wise AND creatively)

• A few tools to help you break free from imposter syndrome as an artist

Let’s get you back to the canvas, my friend.

Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_.

Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at [email protected]!

Resources mentioned:

• Color Course for Rebels 102: https://www.jodiekingart.com/ccfr

• Studio Elite: https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite  

• Subscribe to my Patreon for as little as $1 a month and get access to additional art career resources: patreon.com/honestartpodcast 

• How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!    

• Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA 

• For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast  

I’m getting EXTRA honest in this episode of the Honest Art Podcast. We’re talking menopause — more specifically, my personal experience with it and its unexpected impact on my creativity.

I’m leaving no stone unturned. You’re going to hear about my menopause symptoms, how I knew it was time to go to the doctor, how I improved those symptoms, and what it all showed me about art AND myself along the way.

Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_.

Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at [email protected]!

Resources mentioned:

• Sign up for the Honest Art Workshop in Austin, TX: https://jodieking.com/honest-art-workshop-austin-february-2025 

• Subscribe to my Patreon for as little as $1 a month and get access to additional art career resources, AND links to my favorite supplies: patreon.com/honestartpodcast 

• Join my Patreon: Rebel Elite Tier to see all my favorite supplements through my menopause journey: patreon.com/honestartpodcast  

• How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!    

• Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA 

From Picasso to Beyoncé, there’s a laundry list of artists who have changed their style and still found success (myself included!). There’s no need to put yourself or your art in a box. In fact, when you honor that shift…THAT’S when the real fun happens!

In this episode, we’re talking about how embracing that evolution is crucial to keeping your creativity alive and your career thriving. More specifically, we’ll discuss:

• How the greats used multiple artistic styles and still found success

• How my style has shifted in my own art career

• How flexibility with style helps us make better art

• Bridging the gap between artists and buyers, and giving both parties what they want (read: so you can keep making money even when your style changes!)

Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_.

Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at [email protected]!

Resources mentioned: 

• Sign up for the Honest Art Workshop in Austin, TX: https://jodieking.com/honest-art-workshop-austin-february-2025 

• Color Course for Rebels 101: https://www.jodiekingart.com/ccfr101  

• Shop my art here: https://shop.jodieking.com/collections/available-paintings 

• Picasso’s style periods: https://www.invaluable.com/blog/picassos-periods-a-timeline/?srsltid=AfmBOoqr0uI6Hqw4_wzP5dIPwt143p33rYeejgakPLijzyxbwPMtIJxN 

• Basquiat's style periods: https://www.myartbroker.com/artist-jean-michel-basquiat/articles/graffiti-to-gallery-the-evolution-of-basquiat 

• The Commune: https://www.thecommuneatx.com/ 

• How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!    

• Subscribe to my Patreon for as little as $1 a month and get access to additional art career resources: patreon.com/honestartpodcast 

• Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA 

• For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast 

Are you stuck in a cycle of perfectionism? Does making art feel like more pressure than play? 

In this episode of The Honest Art Podcast, Nina Berenato and I dive into one of the biggest challenges artists face: letting go of the need to get it just right and instead, rediscovering the joy of creating. We’ll dive into how play, persistence, and being unapologetically yourself can open up endless opportunities. Not to mention, helps you make more honest art that resonates with YOUR people. 

If you're an artist who's tired of overthinking and needs a fresh approach, this is the episode you’ve been waiting for.

Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_.

Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at [email protected]!

Resources mentioned:

• Stay in touch with Nina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ninaberenato/?hl=en

• Stay in touch with Nina on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ninaberenato 

• Check out Nina’s jewelry here: https://www.ninaberenato.com/ 

• The Creative Act: A Way of Being by Rick Rubin: https://amzn.to/3U2oCtM 

• Color Course for Rebels 101: https://www.jodiekingart.com/ccfr101   

• Subscribe to my Patreon for as little as $1 a month and get access to additional art career resources: patreon.com/honestartpodcast 

• Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA 

• How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!    

• For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast  

Ever stared at a finished piece, proud of your work, knowing you gave it your all…only to feel completely stuck when it comes to giving it a title?

I get it. It can feel daunting, but here’s the thing — it’s one of the most powerful tools you have as an artist!

In this episode of The Honest Art Podcast, we’ll talk about why a well-chosen title is more than just a label — it’s the secret weapon that can make your art more relatable and marketable. Plus, you’ll get a few of my best tips if you’re stuck titling your art!

Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_.

Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at [email protected]!

Resources mentioned:

• See My Painting, Unfinished Business: https://jodieking.com/product-painting-sold-unfinished-business 

• ChatGPT: https://openai.com/chatgpt/ 

• Color Course for Rebels 101: https://www.jodiekingart.com/ccfr101   

• How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!

• Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA

• For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast 

Color is strategic, not just creative. And it has the power to take your work from ordinary to extraordinary.

In this episode, we’ll look at how to use this powerful tool to make art that’s both authentic and eye-catching so you can sell more! You’ll also see how to leverage color to express your unique voice as an artist. 

We’re going to dig deep so you can feel empowered to stop overthinking and start creating with confidence!

Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_.

Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at [email protected]!

Resources mentioned:

• Color Course for Rebels 101: https://www.jodiekingart.com/ccfr101 

• Shop my Nova Paint Bundle here: https://novacolorpaint.com/pages/artists/jodie-king 

• Subscribe to my Patreon for as little as $1 a month and get access to additional art career resources: patreon.com/honestartpodcast

• The Commune: https://www.thecommuneatx.com/ 

• Check out my free meditation here: https://www.jodiekingart.com/guided-meditation 

• How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know! 

• Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA

• For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast 

Are brand photos great for an artist? You bet. Don't believe me? I've brought on my own brand photographer, Alicia Leigh Rios, to help me out!

Alicia has an incredible talent for bringing out the best in others, and really knows how to make even the most camera-shy people feel confident (that’s me!). But I didn’t just bring her on the show to tell you how good she is. I brought her here to help you see why you, too, need brand photos as an artist!

Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_.

Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at [email protected]!

Resources mentioned:

• Guided Meditation for Creative Clarity: https://www.jodiekingart.com/guided-meditation 

• Stay in touch with Alicia: https://www.instagram.com/alicialeighphoto 

• Check out Alicia’s website here: https://www.alicialeighphoto.com/ 

• Step-by-Step Guide For Running Your New Creative Business: https://www.alicialeighphoto.com/stepbystep-guide 

• 5 Gotta-Have Photos For Every Brand: https://www.alicialeighphoto.com/5-gotta-have-photos 

• How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know! 

• Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA

• For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast 

I used to think that because I was introverted, there was no reason to have an art community. I already had the support of friends and family — wasn’t that enough? 

The truth is, it wasn’t. Because of us artists? We NEED people who innately understand the creative process and can provide us with constructive feedback to improve our work. We aren’t meant to do this alone. 

In this episode, I’ll share more about how joining an art community helped me, and how it can also help you overcome creative ruts and take advantage of new opportunities to propel your career forward. 

Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_.

Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at [email protected]!

Resources mentioned:

• Learn more about joining the Rebel Artists Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/rebelartistssociety   

• Learn more about the Color Course for Rebels: https://www.jodiekingart.com/ccfr

• How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know! 

• Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA 

• For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast