In this inspiring episode of The Art Coaching Club Podcast, we sit down with Kathleen Jones, a Macon-based mixed media artist known for her surrealist still lifes, floating forms, and emotionally rich color palettes. Kathleen shares her journey from high school art teacher to full-time painter, and the fears, milestones, and mindset shifts that made it possible.

Inside the episode, we cover:

How Kathleen "unlearned" realism to find her distinctive style

The digital tools that changed her painting process

Taking the leap from teaching to full-time art—and the financial mindset behind it

Lessons from her first solo show and gallery partnerships

The power of authenticity, experimentation, and letting go of perfection

Organic marketing strategies that work, including email list building and meaningful engagement

Why a part-time job isn’t a step back—it can be a smart creative support

Kathleen also offers encouragement for artists in all stages: create daily, don’t chase trends, and make space for the messy middle. Whether you’re working toward full-time artistry or simply need a spark of creative wisdom, this episode is packed with relatable takeaways.

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