If you've stepped away from your creative practice, whether it's been two weeks, two months, or two years, this episode is for you.

Here's what Jodie wants you to know: creative block is not the diagnosis. It's the symptom. And depending on what's actually causing it, the remedy is completely different.

In this episode, Jodie gets honest about the real reasons artists stop creating: burnout, grief, fear, perfectionism, creative starvation, and comparison. She also gives you a practical, tiered plan for finding your way back, no matter how long you've been away.

You'll walk away knowing:

• The difference between burnout, grief, and creative starvation, and why it matters

• The questions to ask yourself when you can't figure out what's wrong

• A specific return-to-practice strategy based on how long you've been away

• Why "ugly art only" might be the most freeing thing you do this week

Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss a thing. And come hang with Jodie on Instagram @jodie_king_.

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

Resources mentioned:

• Ready to push your work to Fine Art status? Join Jodie at an Honest Art® Workshop: https://jodieking.com/workshop

• Curious about Studio Elite? Next cohort begins September 2026: https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite

• Join the Honest Art® Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has

• Grab my Honest Art® Journal here: https://shop.jodieking.com/collections/jodie-king-merch/products/the-honest-art-mixed-media-journal

• Vincent van Gogh, Sunflowers, 1889 - I love to use this painting to spark my own creativity! https://www.vangoghmuseum.nl/en/collection/s0031v1962

• Episode 141: Design Your Art Career Around Your Energy (Not Hustle): https://jodieking.com/episode-141-design-your-art-career-around-your-energy-not-hustle/

• Episode 111: The Hidden Studio Habits That Sabotage Your Creativity: https://jodieking.com/episode-111-the-hidden-studio-habits-that-sabotage-your-creativity/

• Watch this full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMquJfuMsSg0fr46BRdia1cWd-81GThzF

• Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6

• Full show notes: https://www.jodieking.com/podcast

DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission at no additional charge on your end. Thank you for supporting my channel!

Artists don't quit because they lack talent. They quit because somewhere along the way, they lost joy.

In this powerful coaching call, Jodie sits down with Honest Art® Society member Cindy Wysocki to talk about consistency, creativity, healing, and the emotional journey of becoming an artist later in life.

Cindy shares how she rediscovered painting during a difficult season of life after years of believing she "wasn't artistic enough." As a myofascial release therapist, she also explains the fascinating connection between emotional healing and the creative process.

Together, we dive into:

• How to show up consistently without turning art into a miserable chore

• Why forcing a style actually blocks your authentic voice

• The role joy plays in sustaining a long-term art practice

If you've ever questioned whether you're "really" an artist, struggled with consistency, or felt overwhelmed by social media and comparison, this episode will feel like a giant exhale.

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:

• I just released seats to my next few in-person workshops. Check them out and grab your spot: https://jodieking.com/workshop

• Stop doing art alone! Join The Honest Art® Society and start making your best art yet: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has

• Give Cindy a Follow On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cindywysockiart/

• Check out Cindy's Work: https://www.artworkarchive.com/profile/cindy-wysocki/

• Want help with technique? The Color Course for Rebels has your back: https://www.jodiekingart.com/ccfr

• Listen to Episode 147 - How Artists Get into Galleries: Insider Tips with Art Advisor Logan Dix: https://jodieking.com/episode-147-how-artists-get-into-galleries-insider-tips-with-art-advisor-logan-dix/

• Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6

• 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/playlist?list=PLMquJfuMsSg0fr46BRdia1cWd-81GThzF

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

Your paintings might not be boring because you lack skill. They might be boring because you're overworking them.

In this episode, Jodie dives into a totally different way of thinking about composition. This isn't another lesson about the rule of thirds or focal points. This is about what happens when artists become so focused on balance, beauty, and "doing it right" that they accidentally suck the life out of their work.

You'll learn why:

• Over-resolving your paintings can make them less memorable

• Tension and imbalance often create stronger compositions

• The weird, risky decisions are usually the magic

This episode is packed with practical questions you can ask yourself while painting so you can stop making safe art and start making Honest Art® that actually says something.

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:

• I just released seats to my next few in-person workshops. Check them out and grab your spot: https://jodieking.com/workshop

• Stop doing art alone! Join The Honest Art® Society and start making your best art yet: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has

• Reach new heights in your art with Studio Elite, my 6-month mentorship program: https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite

• Want more on composition? Listen to Episode 40 - https://jodieking.com/episode-40-how-great-composition-takes-our-art-from-meh-to-amazing/

• Want more on composition? Listen to Episode 101 - The Need for Speed: How Speed Painting Can Enhance Your Art: https://jodieking.com/episode-101-the-need-for-speed-how-speed-painting-can-enhance-your-art/

• Joan Mitchell, City Landscape, 1955 - I love how it's so unresolved! https://www.artchive.com/artwork/city-landscape-joan-mitchell-1955/

• Degas, Place de la Concorde, 1875 - I love the cropping. It feels so weird and off-balance. https://www.artchive.com/artwork/place-de-la-concorde-edgar-degas-1875/

• Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6

• 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/playlist?list=PLMquJfuMsSg0fr46BRdia1cWd-81GThzF

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

You don't need more talent to become a real artist. You need to stop waiting for permission.

In this episode, I sit down with emerging artist Molly Wyatt for a live coaching session that dives into the real struggles emerging artists face when building their careers.

We're talking about that in-between space … where you're creating, maybe even selling, but still questioning yourself every step of the way.

If you've ever wondered:

Do I need a series to be taken seriously?

Where do I even start with marketing my art?

Am I legit enough to call myself an artist?

This episode is for you. We break down what actually matters when you're growing an art business and how to move forward even when you feel unsure.

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:

• Join The Color Course for Rebels, you'll also receive the Mother Color Bonus + 10 Best Abstract Painting Techniques Bonus: https://www.jodiekingart.com/ccfr

• Attend a Workshop with me In-Person (New Ones Just Released!): https://jodieking.com/workshop

• Don't create alone. Join us inside the Honest Art® Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has

• Go make sure Molly has posted on her Instagram!: https://www.instagram.com/mollywyatt_art/

• View & purchase Molly's work here: https://www.artworkarchive.com/profile/molly-wyatt

• Check out Molly's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@__mollywyatt__

• Use my Artwork Archive Code for 25% off your first year: www.artworkarchive.com/jk

• Social Media is Non-Negotiable. Listen to this episode next.: https://jodieking.com/episode-06-how-to-use-social-media-to-sell-your-art/

• An Email List is ALSO Non-Negotiable. This episode will help: https://jodieking.com/episode-67-fight-me-yes-an-artist-needs-an-email-list-with-yasmine-kashefi/

• Loved this style of episode? Listen to my one-on-one coaching with Jennifer Cupp next!: https://jodieking.com/episode-145-how-your-mindset-impacts-art-pricing-one-on-one-coaching-with-jennifer-cupp/

• Read Jamie Kern Lima's Book, Worthy: https://amzn.to/3POApwU

• Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6

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

• Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMquJfuMsSg0fr46BRdia1cWd-81GThzF

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

Your paintings aren't flat because you lack talent. They're flat because you're missing a few powerful tools. In this episode, I'm breaking down one of the biggest frustrations artists face … creating depth.

Because let's be honest, there is nothing worse than putting your heart into a piece and stepping back only to feel like it just isn't working.

So what do we do? We add more. More detail. More layers. More "fixing."

And that's exactly what is keeping your art stuck.

If your paintings feel flat, this episode will flip the switch for you.

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:

• Join The Color Course for Rebels Between May 4th - May 17th, you'll also receive the Mother Color Bonus + 10 Best Abstract Painting Techniques Bonus: https://www.jodiekingart.com/ccfr

• Enrollment is NOW OPEN for my Austin 2026 and Australia 2027 in-person workshops! Join me?: https://jodieking.com/workshop

• Make Better Art. Sell More of It. Feel DAMN Good Doing It with the Honest Art® Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has

• Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6

• 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/playlist?list=PLMquJfuMsSg0fr46BRdia1cWd-81GThzF

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

If your paintings feel flat or chaotic, your colors might be the problem, and the fix is messier than you think.

Let's talk about the thing most artists try to avoid at all costs …. Muddy color.

In this episode, I'm breaking down why that "ugly" mix on your palette is actually the secret to creating rich, cohesive, fine art. Because when everything is bright and saturated, your painting has nowhere to go.

I used to think I was ruining my work every time my colors got muddy. Turns out, I was missing the magic.

Today I'm going to show you how to use complementary colors to create depth, contrast, and those gorgeous neutral tones that make your art feel elevated and intentional.

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:

• Join The Color Course for Rebels Between May 4th - May 17th, you'll also receive the Mother Color Bonus + 10 Best Abstract Painting Techniques Bonus: https://www.jodiekingart.com/ccfr

• Enrollment is NOW OPEN for my Austin 2026 and Australia 2027 in-person workshops! Join me? https://jodieking.com/workshop

• Make Better Art. Sell More of It. Feel DAMN Good Doing It with the Honest Art® Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has

• Check out Episode 146: The #1 Painting Mistake: Choosing Color over Value: https://jodieking.com/episode-146-the-1-painting-mistake-choosing-color-over-value/

• Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6

• 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/playlist?list=PLMquJfuMsSg0fr46BRdia1cWd-81GThzF

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

22 years as an artist taught me this: what you stop doing matters just as much as what you start.

There is no shortcut to building a sustainable art career.

What looks like success on the outside is usually built on years of mistakes, lessons, and showing up when it's hard.

In this episode, I'm sharing the things I will NEVER do again after more than two decades as an artist.

And trust me, I've done them all.

I'm talking about beliefs and habits that keep artists stuck. Things that feel safe but that will slow your growth more than anything else.

If you're ready to stop spinning your wheels and start building real momentum, this episode is for you.

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:

• Ready to push your work to Fine Art status? Join me at one of my Honest Art® Workshops - https://jodieking.com/workshop

• Curious About the Studio Elite Mastermind? Learn More Here - https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite

• Ready to make your best art ever, alongside an incredible community of artists? Join us inside the Honest Art Society today! - https://www.jodiekingart.com/has

• Don't Do It Alone. Listen to Episode 139: How Artists Can Outsource to 3x Their Revenue - https://jodieking.com/episode-139-how-artists-can-outsource-to-3x-their-revenue/

• Need Help with Your Pricing? Listen to Episode 69: Best Of: How to Price Your Art (So It Sells!) - https://jodieking.com/episode-69-best-of-how-to-price-your-art-so-it-sells/

• Don't Miss Episode 145: How Your Mindset Impacts Art Pricing - https://jodieking.com/episode-145-how-your-mindset-impacts-art-pricing-one-on-one-coaching-with-jennifer-cupp/

• Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6

• 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/playlist?list=PLMquJfuMsSg0fr46BRdia1cWd-81GThzF

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

DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission at no additional charge on your end. Thank you for supporting my channel!

If you don't have energy, you don't have art. Let's talk about how to stay sharp, creative, and energized as you age.

Here's something most artists don't think about until it's already a problem … Your body is part of your creative process.

If you're exhausted, foggy, and running on empty, it becomes harder to show up, harder to focus, and harder to create consistently.

In this episode, I sit down with Alan Graves to talk about longevity, energy, and how to support your body and brain so you can keep making your best work for years to come.

We dive into the science behind energy decline, what's happening in your body as you age, and what you can actually do to feel better and think more clearly.

Because this isn't about vanity. It's about vitality.

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:

• Ready to push your work to Fine Art status? Join me at one of my Honest Art® Workshops - https://jodieking.com/workshop

• Ready to make your best art ever, alongside an incredible community of artists? Join us inside the Honest Art Society today! - https://www.jodiekingart.com/has

• Don't Miss the Latest from DoNotAge: Get the Cycle Pouches Routine and don't forget to use code SMOKESHOW: https://routine.donotage.org/donotage?ref=smokeshow

• Visit DoNotAge.Org and use code SMOKESHOW - http://DoNotAge.Org

• Jodie loves NMN for NAD Levels (don't forget to use code SMOKESHOW!) - https://donotage.org/pure-nmn

• Alan mentions CoQ10 for supporting mitochondrial function … aka making energy (don't forget to use code SMOKESHOW!) - https://donotage.org/pure-coq10

• Hyaluronic Acid isn't just for skincare! (don't forget to use code SMOKESHOW!) -https://donotage.org/pure-hyaluronic-acid

• Spermidine helps your body's "recycling system" (don't forget to use code SMOKESHOW!) - https://donotage.org/pure-spermidine

• Creatine has helped support Jodie's memory (don't forget to use code SMOKESHOW!) - https://donotage.org/creatine

• You'll Also Love Episode 104: Secrets for Maintaining Vitality with Alan Graves of Do Not Age - https://jodieking.com/episode-104-secrets-for-maintaining-vitality-with-alan-graves-of-donotage/

• Follow DoNotAge on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/do.not.age/

• Follow Alan Graves on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alanjackgraves/

• Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6

• 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/playlist?list=PLMquJfuMsSg0fr46BRdia1cWd-81GThzF

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

Getting gallery representation isn't about talent alone. This episode covers what galleries are actually looking for.

I'm sitting down with art advisor and former gallery director Logan Dix to break down what really happens when galleries review submissions.

We talk about why artists get ignored, what makes a gallery say yes, and the common mistakes that keep talented artists stuck.

We also dive into the role of social media, how to present your portfolio, and why mindset is one of the biggest factors in your success.

You'll learn:

• What galleries actually look for in an artist

• How to prepare before reaching out for presentation

• Why mindset and confidence are everything

If you're serious about growing your art career and want to approach galleries the right way, this episode is a must-listen.

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:

• Ready to push your work to Fine Art status? Join me for an in-person workshop this year! - https://jodieking.com/workshop

• Ready to make your best art ever, alongside an incredible community of artists? Join us inside the Honest Art Society today! - https://www.jodiekingart.com/has

• Give Logan a Follow on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/portaraadvisory/

• Check out Logan's Website - https://www.portaraadvisory.com/

• Binging Episodes About Galleries? Listen to Episode 114 Next! What Art Galleries Are Really Looking For in Emerging Artists - https://jodieking.com/episode-114-what-art-galleries-are-really-looking-for-in-emerging-artists/

• Oh, and also Episode 131: The Honest Truth About Gallery Representation - https://jodieking.com/episode-131-the-honest-truth-about-gallery-representation/

• Logan says to write your artist statement without ChatGPT. Listen to Episode 75: How to Talk About Your Art to get a jump start! - https://jodieking.com/episode-75-how-to-talk-about-your-art/

• Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6

• 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/playlist?list=PLMquJfuMsSg0fr46BRdia1cWd-81GThzF

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

If your paintings feel flat, it's not your color. It's your values. And this mistake is keeping your art stuck.

Let's have a little heart-to-heart, artist to artist.

If you've ever stood in front of a painting thinking, "Something's off … maybe it's the color," you are not alone. In fact, it's one of the most common traps artists fall into.

But here's the truth most people aren't talking about.

Your brain doesn't even prioritize color first. It prioritizes value, the lightness and darkness of what you're seeing.

So when your entire painting lives in that safe, middle-value zone, it doesn't matter how beautiful your colors are if there's no contrast, no focal point, no visual tension.

In this episode, I break down exactly why this happens and how to fix it fast.

Here's what you'll walk away with:

• Why focusing on color first is keeping your art from leveling up

• How to quickly check your values using simple tools

• What to do to create depth, contrast, and a clear focal point

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:

• Ready to push your work to Fine Art status? Join me at one of my Honest Art® Workshops

• Ready to make your best art ever, alongside an incredible community of artists? Join us inside the Honest Art Society today!

• Want to dive even deeper into colors and values? Enroll in The Color Course for Rebels

• Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6

• 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/playlist?list=PLMquJfuMsSg0fr46BRdia1cWd-81GThzF

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