Welcome back to another episode of the Paint Rest Repeat Podcast.

This fortnight Ros and Laura are having a chat about claiming the title as an “Artist” and how some people find it easy and some others really struggle with that title. We touch on the subject of Art School, and consider the impact of critiques impacting on some artists' self-confidence.

We chat about how the title of “Artist” sits for Ros as she is largely self taught. Ros describes it as a way of being and based around the way that you perceive the world, and she feels confident using that term. Ros describes her understanding of being an artist as noticing beauty wherever you are and seeing colour combinations, curves of leaves and labels it as a “way of being”. Laura talks about the creative lifestyle aspect in building community, visiting galleries.

Laura talks about mindset work and personal development as a path to “inner validation” as an Artist. Ros talks about creative calling and the role we play in the world. She says “If you are a visual and creative human is it perhaps part of your journey here to share that with others and help them to pay attention to the beauty that is around them.”

Laura talks about the artists role as reflectors into the world - echoing what Ros was describing an artists purpose in the world, and describes how we see the world through what we create. Ros shares how claiming that title as artist and taking that step models for other people as well how we can be ourselves (as artists) and we can be whoever we want to be. She encourages listeners to “own it and be proud”. 

Ros brings up the example of artist Georgia O’Keife and how she painted close ups of florals because she wanted people to pay attention to beauty. Her role was to encourage people to stop and take a moment to appreciate that beauty that she captured in her art. 

Laura raises another topic around the stories that we take on when we are young from friends and family or teachers and how that plays into our perception about the title of an Artist. Ros mentions that she used to be a primary teacher and she has strong beliefs around this topic. She shares that a teacher's personal opinion on a child's art is irrelevant, and what matters is that the kids are tuning in to what they like. She mentions its a lot more complex than maths and english especially on a psychological level in terms of nurturing little creatives. 

Laura suggests to listeners to look back on the messages received from our younger years and reflect on those stories as a way to work on your confidence in calling yourself an artist. Ros suggests taking a step back and looking at what defines the term “artist” and what that means to you. She presents some questions - Is it because they make art every day? Is it because they sell their work? Is it because all they “do” is art and they don't have another “day” job? 

Laura mentions that creatives are mostly working in isolation and that putting your work out into the world can feel really vulnerable and she states that that confidence builds the more and more that you do it. Laura suggests considering where does your art fit? Where do you feel comfortable?

She says “If you feel supported in your art practice that will create a nurturing space for you to develop that confidence.” Ros mentions having just one or 2 art buddies that you can talk to that can support you on your journey because you can't give up because you are having a bad week, it's important to have those people around for support in those times.  

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This episode is sponsored by:

Laura's Creative Kick-Start Coaching sessions - for emerging artists seeking clarity and direction in following their creative dreams.  For more info visit: https://laurajaneday.com/creative-coaching

EPISODE LINKS:

DM Laura on Instagram to register your interest in mindfulness colouring sheets >>> https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/

To get Ros’ 3 free guides on Overcoming Creative Block, Setting Up Your Art Space and The Acrylic Painting Supply Guide >>> Join https://www.facebook.com/groups/permissiontopaintfreecommunity

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Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ 

Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ros.gervay.creative/

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ Art For The Heart membership as well as her instant access classes please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ art please visit http://www.rosgervaycreative.com

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Welcome back to another episode of the Paint Rest Repeat Podcast.

This fortnight we chat about artist block and how to move past it. We explore two different interpretations of artist block from Laura’s first hand experience of a block in combination with physical illness and clinical depression; and Ros’ focus on the psychological barriers we create for ourselves as artists.

We talk about the strategies that Laura used to get back into art making from journaling, to self analysis and following the breadcrumbs of joy, simplicity and nostalgia.

Laura shares how her medium and goals changed after her creative block and why she chose to simplify her process to enable a return to art-making. We also touch on the small steps we can make to get back into an art routine from habit stacking, keeping it easy and capping the time.

We also share how these tips can also help those that are feeling stagnant in their practice.

We hope that you enjoy the Show!

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

This episode is sponsored by:

Ros’ Permission To Paint Free Community for creatives of all levels and mediums. To join for free, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/groups/permissiontopaintfreecommunity 

EPISODE LINKS:

DM Laura on Instagram to register your interest in mindfulness colouring sheets >>> https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/

To get Ros’ 3 free guides on Overcoming Creative Block, Setting Up Your Art Space and The Acrylic Painting Supply Guide >>> Join https://www.facebook.com/groups/permissiontopaintfreecommunity

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Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ 

Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ros.gervay.creative/

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ Art For The Heart membership as well as her instant access classes please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ art please visit http://www.rosgervaycreative.com

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Welcome back to another episode of the Paint Rest Repeat Podcast.

This fortnight we are talking about getting back into your personal art practice after a long break. This topic is relevant as Laura has just spent 2 months overseas. Ros and Laura discuss how to carve out time for art-making and spending more time doing what you love to do.

Ros shared some advice with Laura and suggested to take a step back and look at your why? She shares some ideas on how to make space for your practice, especially when life gets busy. Ros mentions the book atomic habits and the concept of habit stacking - see the link in show notes below. They also touch on the topic of art challenges and taking on a daily art practice and creating consistency.

Ros suggests making an implementation statement for your new art making habit, as a promise to yourself. She also suggests making it simple, making it realistic and achievable. 

Laura summarizes some takeaways from this conversation and suggestions that Ros had for her to re-establish her art practice:

• Setting your intention and why you make art

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We hope that you enjoy the show!

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

This episode is sponsored by:

Ros’ Permission To Paint Free Community for creatives of all levels and mediums. To join for free, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/groups/permissiontopaintfreecommunity 

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https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits

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And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ courses, membership and free community, please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ art please visit http://www.rosgervaycreative.com

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Welcome back to another episode of the Paint Rest Repeat Podcast.

This fortnight the gang is back!! After a break in regular programming with Ros doing some interviews – Laura and Ros are back together on the Mic and discussing - how making art leads to personal development.

At the beginning of the episode Ros discusses the topic of “Perfectionism” for artists and how it crops up for many creatives. She talks about a time when she was creating artwork and decided to make a website for her art and she just put it out there to see what happens – which is a great way to combat perfectionism. The philosophy of just doing it anyway.

Laura talks about perfectionism being present for her today in her arts practice and that she has now become accepting and okay when perfectionism rears its head. She talks about a time that her work was not measuring up to the skill level that she had imagined and only through doing more and more art that she gained confidence in her work.

Ros remarks that ALL people are capable of making art. Laura agrees. The way that each of us perceive our work is different. It comes from the stories and narratives about art that we were told when we were young. When placing judgement on whether a work is deemed “good” or “bad” and this may impact on if a person peruses a creative practice or not.

Ros talks about a strategy that artists can take around imagining what you want to achieve –and asking yourself what baby steps can take me closer to this direction? She also brings up “Quantity over quality” from Julia Camerons – the artists way. As a way of working past blocks in your art practice.

They both discuss the topic of confidence and Ros remarks about what has changed for her is her level of confidence in putting her art out into the world. By doing it again and again. showing up on Instagram and showing her face on stories the more her confidence grew. Laura has also had a similar change in her confidence levels as she set a challenge to develop a new body of work for a solo exhibition and then a second one.

Many interesting stories are shared… Happy listening…

We hope that you enjoy the show!

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

This episode is sponsored by:

Ros’ Membership Art for the Heart - for more info please visit: https://www.permissiontopaint.co 

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Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ 

Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ros.gervay.creative/

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ courses, membership and free community, please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ art please visit http://www.rosgervaycreative.com

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Welcome back to another episode of the Paint Rest Repeat Podcast.

This fortnight we bring you another interview! With Laura overseas, Ros takes the reins and chats with award-winning fine artist Alicia Cornwell from Victoria Australia. Ros and Alicia met in person at the Art To Art Unearthed Art Prize exhibition in 2022 and hit it off right away. What stood out about Alicia was her openness, her kindness and her obvious passion for community.

In this episode, we get to know Alicia, her background and how she has flourished as an award-winning fine artist. From art school to corporate banking, a vintage trading business to her beautiful fine art career, Alicia’s journey is similar to so many other creatives. Innately creative, right throughout her journey, she knew there was something missing.

She touches on the importance of each and every part of her life journey, stating that “everything we do builds up to this point in time.” Alicia shares that receiving life coaching from Sarah Riley Coaching was key to gaining as much success as she has to date.

We unpack the realities of the art prize application process from coping with rejection and choosing art prizes that suit your work; and we hone in on online art marketplaces such as Art Lovers Australia and BlueThumb and how to get onto those marketplaces and make them work for you.

We hope that you enjoy the show!

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

This episode is sponsored by:

Ros’ Permission To Paint Free Community for creatives of all levels and mediums. To join for free, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/groups/permissiontopaintfreecommunity 

EPISODE LINKS:

https://aliciacornwellart.com/

https://www.instagram.com/aliciacornwellart/

https://www.facebook.com/aliciacornwellart

https://artloversaustralia.com.au/artist/alicia-cornwell/

https://bluethumb.com.au/alicia-cornwell

Sarah Reilly Coaching: https://www.sarahreillycoaching.com/

Artwork Archive: https://www.artworkarchive.com/

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Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ 

Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ros.gervay.creative/

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ courses, membership and free community, please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ art please visit http://www.rosgervaycreative.com

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Welcome back to another episode of the Paint Rest Repeat Podcast.

This fortnight’s episode is a little different. For the first time, we bring you an interview!

Ros puts on her interviewer hat and chats with curator Philippa Demase from the Art To Art Gallery in Melbourne Australia. We discuss a whole range of topics from the value of community for artists, what to look for before seeking gallery representation and how to manage your artist mindset during art prize applications.

Philippa touches on the importance of community for artists and how gallery representation often has this hidden benefit. Linked to Jeff Goins’ book “Real Artists Don’t Starve,” Ros raises the point that “successful” creatives don’t make art in a silo.

Beyond the community aspect of gallery representation, Philippa goes on to share a number of the pros and cons of being connected to a gallery from commission fees, assistance during hard times (such as lockdowns) and the occasional cheese platter bill. She also chats about some of the things to consider and look for before approaching a gallery. You may want a pen and notepad for this part of the episode!

Philippa speaks also about the Unearthed Art Prize - which is facilitated by the Art to Art Gallery - for emerging, unrepresented artists and how challenging it is to choose the finalists! Submissions open at the end of November annually, so be sure to enter.

Importantly, we touch on the role of stamina for creatives. Philippa assures artists that any unsuccessful applications to prizes or gallery representation are not personal and encourages creatives to continue applying. Whilst being very understanding that it is hard not to be emotional about rejection, she encourages artists to have faith that they will get where they want to be if they keep trying and pushing through.

Philippa talks about her graphic design and branding background and how that has played a role in the creation of Art To Art. The way that she followed her heart and her passion to build her gallery business is something that I’m sure you can relate to as a creative.

We hope that you enjoy the show!

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

This episode is sponsored by:

Laura’s Soul Medicine Painting Workshops for more info please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/workwithme to find out more!

EPISODE LINKS:

Art To Art

https://www.arttoart.com.au

https://www.instagram.com/arttoart_/

Salvatori De Bortolo 

https://www.instagram.com/salvatoredibartolo_art/

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And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ courses, membership and free community, please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ art please visit http://www.rosgervaycreative.com

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Welcome back to another episode of the Paint Rest Repeat Podcast.

This fortnight we are talking about the topic of REST as an artist. Both Ros and Laura have different takes on this topic. Laura comes from the perspective of an artist with chronic illness and Ros as a mum and also a person who recharges through “active rest”. 

Laura opens up about how she came to make “self care” a priority in her life, after pushing her energetic limits and ending up in hospital with a serious health flare. As an artist she now considers carefully what projects and commitments that she takes on.  

They discuss the topic of sleep and how Ros as a busy mum of two little people, explains the tricky balance of managing your family's needs vs. your personal need for rest at night time. Ros poses the question to the audience - How can you get closer to the ideal amount of time of sleep that you individually need at night?

Ros talks about what Rest means to her in her life and how she takes a break away from her art life by seeing friends, visiting new places, spending time with her children - and trying to be present with them. She shares a tip for women that have a busy mind like herself, when she is intentionally carving out “family time” to have a to-do list handy so whenever ideas pop up you can jot it down for later and go back to being present for her family. 

Laura shares how she prioritizes rest, by putting a reminder on her phone like “rest time” as an appointment. She shares a list of low impact activities to give listeners ideas: 

Journaling, gentle walks in nature, yoga or meditation, sitting on the couch drawing in a art journal or tablet, or watercolours in a sketchbook, spending time in the garden or front porch drinking a cup of tea, calling a good friend on the phone with no agenda (no planning or organizing) just a genuine catch-up to nourish your friendship, listen to a guided meditation, relaxing in a warm bath, and if you are really feeling burnt out making time for a sleep in and to make that possible if you have kids - organizing care, either from a partner or a babysitter. Reading a chapter of a book, listening to some music, deep belly breathing and patting your pet because it releases all the feel good hormones! 

Ros shares a tip to those people that may feel the excuses settling in - such as “but I can't because I have kids.” She reminds herself - ROS - you gotta do it anyway.

Laura shares how in the past she felt like a “flawed artist” because she wasn't creating in the studio every day. She would watch all of these artists on Instagram doing art challenges and felt like she couldn't keep up. She came to the realization that she is the kind of artist that needs big stretches of rest in between projects such as exhibitions. 

Ros reflects that it comes back to self knowledge and knowing who you are and how you work best. Laura talks about how finding out her energetic type in Human Design as a “Projector” has helped her to manage her days and energy as an artist. Ros relates making time for rest in your weeks like - negative space in your artwork. Ros talks about self acceptance, and how it is okay that we both approach our art life differently and it is okay. Laura shares a quote from Danielle LaPorte at the end of the episode for listeners similar to her - “It takes as long as it takes” reminding you to play the long game with your art business goals. 

We hope that you enjoy the show!

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

This episode is sponsored by:

Ros’ Membership Art for the Heart - for more info please visit: https://www.permissiontopaint.co/afh

EPISODE LINKS:

Danielle LaPorte: https://daniellelaporte.com/

Human Design - Get your Chart: https://www.jovianarchive.com/get_your_chart

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And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ membership as well as in-person painting workshops and other offerings please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ paintings please visit http://www.rosgervaycreative.com

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Welcome back to another episode of the Paint Rest Repeat Podcast.

This fortnight we chat about the importance of making art for our own personal process as well as creating art for sale.

We also touch base on how we have each progressed with our art promise to one another and unpack a few of the art biz things that Ros is keeping herself busy with - from Christmas products, markets, in-person workshops and membership tutorials.

We talk about the art therapy activity of bilateral body mapping and toy with the idea of a play canvas for either paint-based art therapy or simply allowing more experimentation and bravery in your art practice.

Ros shares some advice she heard recently from another artist that encourages you to MAKE THE ART anyway, no matter the hurdles.

We hope that you enjoy the Show!

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

This episode is sponsored by:

Laura’s Soul Medicine Painting Workshops for more info please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/workwithme to find out more!

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Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ 

Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ros.gervay.creative/

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ membership as well as in-person painting workshops and other offerings please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ paintings please visit http://www.rosgervaycreative.com

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Welcome back to another episode of the Paint Rest Repeat Podcast.

This fortnight we are having a little catch up about what is going on in both Ros and Laura’s art lives. In this quite chatty episode - listen in to hear us debrief about situations that have arisen for us lately.

Laura shares about a recent decision not to follow through on an opportunity to have an open studio. Ros raises the question - why as creatives is it difficult to say no after saying yes to a project? Breaking a commitment can be hard. Laura affirms to herself and the audience that “Its okay to say that you are not going to do something” especially if it doesn't feel in alignment. 

Ros shares about a recent opportunity that she was presented with to participate in an exhibition. Laura posed a question to Ros “Are you going to be able to produce the work that you want to produce with that timeline?”

It led to an interesting discussion around saying yes or no to opportunities in your art journey. Laura mentions that decisions are made with putting self care first. 

Ros updated us on her successful in person workshop in her new studio space, and her recent photography branding session. Before the session with the photographer - Laura had shared tips with Ros for what to do before the photography session such as: Get a close up headshot, another photo sitting in a chair in front of her work, get all her materials and paint mixing supplies out, choosing artwork that is in your branding colours and making a pinterest board. 

Ros talked about her desire to be planning for the new year as well as a topic for a future episode on : “Pricing your work” - so look out for that one! We went over valuing what you are worth and being paid fairly. 

Ros shares about her art for the heart membership she has been working on a sample artwork for her monthly painting project for her members. Laura  mentions that she is taking it easy at this stage in her art business. 

We hope that you enjoy the show!

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

This episode is sponsored by:

Ros’ Membership Art for the Heart - for more info please visit: https://www.permissiontopaint.co

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Follow Laura on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ 

Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ros.gervay.creative/

For more information about Ros’ courses and membership, visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ paintings please visit http://www.rosgervaycreative.com

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

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Welcome back to another episode of the Paint Rest Repeat Podcast.

This fortnight, Laura and Ros dive into the reasons why you may not be making as much art as your heart desires. We get it. Life happens! Prioritisation is challenging and being aware of your sneaky inbuilt ability to procrastinate is a real life struggle!

We chat about what we are each facing in regards to finding the time and emotional space to create. Laura shares how blocking time out in her calendar may not be the best approach for her and suggests that the way she creates may need a different solution.

We also share a number of ways to tackle this challenge and to finally make room for the art practice that you need and deserve. So, tune in and we hope that you enjoy the Show!

Please send us a DM on Instagram to tell us how you found this episode and let us know if you have any ideas for future topics for the show.

This episode is sponsored by: Ros’ free Facebook group for creatives - all levels, all mediums - “Permission To Paint Free Community.” Join here for free: hhttps://www.instagram.com/laurajaneday/ 

Follow Ros on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ros.gervay.creative/

And to book a creative kick-start coaching session with Laura or to find out more about her Soul Medicine Painting workshops please visit: https://laurajaneday.com/

For more information about Ros’ membership as well as in-person painting workshops and other offerings please visit https://www.permissiontopaint.co or to see Ros’ paintings please visit http://www.rosgervaycreative.com

Please help us grow our Podcast by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts. Here is how!

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