Plein Air Art Podcast

In this episode, Eric Rhoads interviews landscape and wildlife artist Paul Kratter.

Listen as they discuss:

- The benefits of having a support system of artists to paint with - Insights on painting trees, including how a master handles "sky holes" - How to add atmosphere to your landscape paintings - His passion for painting wildlife, and more

"Number one, you really have to paint as often as you can," Paul said, "if you're a landscape painter, you just have to go out and see the environment for yourself."

Bonus! In this week's Art Marketing Minute, Eric Rhoads, author of Make More Money Selling Your Art, addresses the practice of comparing yourself to other artists and overcoming the fear of being judged; and his thoughts on making the leap to becoming a professional artist.

Related Links: – Paul Kratter online: https://www.paulkratter.com/ - Paul's video workshops, "Mastering Trees" (https://painttube.tv/products/paul-kratter-mastering-trees) and "Mastering Landscapes" (https://painttube.tv/products/paul-kratter-mastering-landscapes) – Plein Air Magazine: https://pleinairmagazine.com/ – Plein Air Convention & Expo: https://pleinairconvention.com/ – Fall Color Week: https://fallcolorweek.com/ – Eric Rhoads on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericrhoads/ – Plein Air Today newsletter: https://www.outdoorpainter.com/plein-air-today-newsletter/ – Submit Art Marketing Questions: artmarketing.com/questions – Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill: https://amzn.to/3yXT6lH – Psycho Cybernetics by Dr. Maxwell Maltz: https://amzn.to/3yZemYi – Unleash the Power Within by Tony Robbins: https://amzn.to/3TDyrgj

In this episode of the Plein Air Podcast, Eric Rhoads interviews Australian artist Colley Whisson, who says to "paint with passion, paint like this next painting you're doing is going to be your best painting, this one's going to be your masterpiece, be that focused, be that committed."

Listen as they discuss:

– The advantages of growing up in a family of artists – The rejuvenation of the plein air painting movement – Being flexible with your painting subjects when on location – The trick he used to help develop spacial awareness in his art and also launch his career

Bonus! In this week's Art Marketing Minute, Eric Rhoads, author of Make More Money Selling Your Art, shares thoughts on submitting art to virtual galleries; and how to price your art.

Related Links: – Colley Whisson online: https://www.colleywhisson.com/ – Plein Air Magazine: https://pleinairmagazine.com/ – Plein Air Convention & Expo: https://pleinairconvention.com/ – Eric Rhoads on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericrhoads/ – Plein Air Today newsletter: https://www.outdoorpainter.com/plein-air-today-newsletter/ – Submit Art Marketing Questions: artmarketing.com/questions

In this episode of the Plein Air Podcast, Eric Rhoads interviews an incredible master artist, Kathryn Stats. On March 11, 2023, Kathryn is leading a critique session during Plein Air Live (sign up now or catch the replay if you miss it).

Bonus! In this week's Art Marketing Minute, Eric Rhoads, author of Make More Money Selling Your Art, discusses how to balance art making and business, and how to introduce a new style or genre of art.

Related Links: – Kathryn Stats online: https://www.kathrynstats.com/ – Plein Air Magazine: https://pleinairmagazine.com/ – Plein Air Live: https://pleinairlive.com/ – Plein Air Convention & Expo: https://pleinairconvention.com/ – Eric Rhoads on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericrhoads/ – Plein Air Today newsletter: https://www.outdoorpainter.com/plein-air-today-newsletter/ – Submit Art Marketing Questions: artmarketing.com/questions

This is episode number 240 of the Plein Air Podcast with California artist Rich Gallego. Listen as they discuss:

– Being a plein air painter instead of being a rendering device – The beauty of meeting other artists with this shared passion of painting outdoors – The spiritual component of painting and the value of being outside – Knowing yourself, your strengths, and who you want to be – The close calls Rich has had with nature and humans

Bonus! In this week's Art Marketing Minute, Eric Rhoads, author of Make More Money Selling Your Art, shares advice on how to build a body of work; and thoughts on paying to advertise on Facebook.

This is episode number 239 with the incredible plein air and landscape master Don Demers.

Listen and watch as they discuss:- How your two intelligence centers (your heart and your mind) inform your plein air paintings - Thoughts on illustrators versus fine artists - The importance of layering - And much more

Bonus! In this week's Art Marketing Minute, Eric Rhoads, author of Make More Money Selling Your Art, shares thoughts on how to balance the practice of making and selling art; and what it means to have a "title" as an artist.

In September, four plein air painters took a trip together to Paris to paint. They've joined Eric Rhoads on this episode of the Plein Air Podcast to discuss their amazing trip, the importance of making time for oneself and also socializing, and much more.

Listen to the full interview with Jane Hunt, Christine Lashley, Michele Byrne, and Suzie Baker below.

Bonus! In this week's Art Marketing Minute, Eric Rhoads, author of Make More Money Selling Your Art, shares thoughts on understanding your strategy for advertising through social media, and how to market your art online without distressing your gallery.

Related Links: – Plein Air Magazine: https://pleinairmagazine.com/ – Watercolor Live: https://watercolorlive.com/ – Plein Air Convention & Expo: https://pleinairconvention.com/ – Eric Rhoads on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericrhoads/ – Plein Air Today newsletter: https://www.outdoorpainter.com/plein-air-today-newsletter/ – Submit Art Marketing Questions: artmarketing.com/questions

The Plein Air Podcast has been named the #1 Painting Podcast by FeedSpot for two years in a row.

This is Plein Air Podcast number 237 with the artist many believe is the best landscape artist on Earth. This is a big deal to have him on the podcast today. Today you're going to meet the great Clyde Aspevig.

Listen as Eric Rhoads and Clyde Aspevig discuss:

- The importance of having confidence in your work - The correlation between music, literature, and painting - Clyde's involvement in environmental conservation and the American Prairie Wildlife Reserves - And much more

"The best thing that can happen to you is ... failing and struggling. No one said life was easy. And painting is certainly a reflection of that." ~ Clyde Aspevig

Bonus! In this week's Art Marketing Minute, Eric Rhoads, author of Make More Money Selling Your Art, shares thoughts on how to approach an art gallery that isn't local to you, and traditional fine art collecting versus the move toward technology.

Have a question about how to sell your art? Ask Eric at artmarketing.com/questions.

In this episode, Eric Rhoads interviews plein air landscape painter Kathleen Hudson on painting waterfalls, what's in store for her this year, and much more.

Bonus! In this week's Art Marketing Minute, Eric Rhoads, author of Make More Money Selling Your Art, shares guidance on when it's the right time to approach an art gallery, and words of advice for newly graduated art students.

The Plein Air Podcast has been named the #1 Painting Podcast by FeedSpot for two years in a row.

Related Links: – Kathleen Hudson online: https://www.kathleenbhudson.com/ – Plein Air Magazine: https://pleinairmagazine.com/ – Watercolor Live: https://watercolorlive.com/ – Plein Air Convention & Expo: https://pleinairconvention.com/ – Eric Rhoads on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericrhoads/ – Plein Air Today newsletter: https://www.outdoorpainter.com/plein-air-today-newsletter/ – Submit Art Marketing Questions: artmarketing.com/questions

The Plein Air Podcast has been named the #1 Painting Podcast by FeedSpot for two years in a row.

In this episode, Eric Rhoads interviews colorist Camille Przewodek. Listen as they discuss:

- The "aha moment" she had while studying color with Henry Hensche - What it was like to make the leap to become a full-time artist - Why she gives "brutal" critiques to her students - The reason she does not paint from photographs - And more!

Bonus! In this week's Art Marketing Minute, Eric Rhoads, author of Make More Money Selling Your Art, answers the questions:

Have a question about how to sell your art? Ask Eric at artmarketing.com/questions.

In this episode, Eric Rhoads interviews Ryan Jensen, an inspirational plein air artist who is making an impact in more ways than one.

Listen as they discuss:

- How he was inspired by his artist parents (a graphic designer and an illustrator) and their hard work; after serving in the Military, he took a painting class and went for it - The importance of a father's love and influence - Why you can use comparison to others as fuel for yourself - How art helped him with PTSD from the war and his addiction to sleeping pills and alcohol; how your strength comes when you ask for help ("It's okay not to be okay."), and the turning point he had when looking into his child's eyes - His involvement in the plein air community; how it helped him and inspired him to then begin mentoring other artists ("Pick a mentor that will inspire you and think big.") - And more

Bonus! In this week's Art Marketing Minute, Eric Rhoads, author of Make More Money Selling Your Art, discusses why website traffic might not be as important as you think; and the top art marketing lessons of 2022.

The Plein Air Podcast has been named the #1 Painting Podcast by FeedSpot for two years in a row.