Episode #21 – The Death of Ritual, God, and Narrative

In this episode of The Art Coach Podcast, I dive deep into the disappearance of ritual, myth, and narrative in our lives and in the art world. We explore what it means that Nietzsche declared, “God is dead”—not as a simple rejection of religion, but as the collapse of the cultural frameworks that once gave us orientation and meaning. With that collapse came the unraveling of ritual and the loss of narrative as a central force in art.

Drawing on Carl Jung, we look at how archetypes give art resonance, and why avoiding them leaves us with banality and surface-level cleverness. Through Susan Sontag’s challenge in Against Interpretation, we examine how our obsession with “what art means” has tamed its presence and stripped away its ritual power. And we expand the lens outward, asking what narrative means for us as human beings and how modern culture has reduced it to something fragmented, ironic, and often empty.

This is a call to artists: to recognize your practice as ritual, to reintroduce presence and narrative into your work, and to reclaim art’s role as something that orients, enchants, and grounds us in a disoriented world.

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Episode #20 - Where Do Our Ideas Come From?

In this episode, I go deep into awareness of thought, observation of thought and attempt to reveal where our ideas come from. Along with useful tools and frameworks to release fear of failure and the pitfalls of success.

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Episode #19:

The Art Coach Podcast has its first artist guest! We sit down with Alex Ruiz, a former artist and animator for The Simpsons, concept artist for many movies you've seen and who has since made the leap into creating his own personal art. Alex is now on a mission to help artists unlock their full creative potential through biohacking and physical health, blending artistic expression with holistic well-being.

In this conversation, we dive deep into Alex’s fascinating journey from the world of animation to becoming a visionary artist and coach. We discuss his experience working on iconic characters and concept art for The Simpsons, and how his approach to creativity has evolved over the years. Alex shares his unique perspective on how physical health and biohacking can supercharge an artist’s creative process and provide a roadmap for overcoming personal struggles.

Whether you’re an aspiring artist, a seasoned creator, or someone looking to unlock more from your creative practice, this episode is packed with valuable insights that blend art, mindset, and wellness. Tune in for a conversation that will inspire you to reimagine the way you approach creativity, and discover how the right balance of body and mind can elevate your work to new heights.

You can find Alex Ruiz on Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/alexruiz.artist/

Episode 18: The Myth of Originality.

In this episode I go over my thoughts on originality VS. Authenticity. If you've ever felt like you werent original enough or "derivitive" then listen to this podcast episode.

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Episode 17 - Release The Destination & Play.

This episodes goes into the necessity of play in an artistic and creative practice. I discuss how theres a difference between play and performance. When play is brought into your creative practice, many doors open up. Releasing the destination and allowing yourself to be in the practice of creativity is critical to a long lasting art career.

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Episode 16 goes into a powerful event that happened to me as a kid that changed my life for a long time. Without it's occurence, I may not be the same person at all. Healing from this has led to an enormous evolution! I hope this story helps you!

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Episode 15 - Scarcity Mindset Kills Your Creativity

This episode discusses how creativity is destroyed by holding a scarcity mindset. I go deep into how and why this happens. When you shift into an abundance mindset, your creativity can flourish.

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As always, create create create!

-Sean

Episode 14

This episode is about you. The self selected artist. Its an episode of encouragement to continue being you. Continue expressing yourself to the greatest degree of excitement.

The Art Coach Program is a transformative experience designed to elevate your artistic journey. With a growth mindset and fully customized approach, the Art Coach Program is your proactive coaching system to overcome self-doubt, unleash your creativity, and step confidently into your artistic potential. If you're ready to follow a proven system, gain accountability, and access a supportive community, visit ⁠⁠https://theartcoach.com⁠ to sign up today and embark on a journey of artistic growth and transformation. Your next chapter starts now.

If you've found value in The Art Coach Podcast, I'd greatly appreciate your support. Kindly subscribe and leave a 5-star review to help me reach those who may benefit from my content. Artists everywhere are silently struggling, and your simple action can make a meaningful difference. If you believe my podcast could help someone you know, please consider sharing it with them. Your contribution can create a positive impact on fellow artists' lives.

Episode 13

This episode kills artist block for good. Reconnect with your highest excitement and come home to the reason why the world needs your art.

The Art Coach Program is a transformative experience designed to elevate your artistic journey. With a growth mindset and fully customized approach, the Art Coach Program is your proactive coaching system to overcome self-doubt, unleash your creativity, and step confidently into your artistic potential. If you're ready to follow a proven system, gain accountability, and access a supportive community, visit ⁠https://theartcoach.com to sign up today and embark on a journey of artistic growth and transformation. Your next chapter starts now.

If you've found value in The Art Coach Podcast, I'd greatly appreciate your support. Kindly subscribe and leave a 5-star review to help me reach those who may benefit from my content. Artists everywhere are silently struggling, and your simple action can make a meaningful difference. If you believe my podcast could help someone you know, please consider sharing it with them. Your contribution can create a positive impact on fellow artists' lives.

Episode #12In this episode, we explore the transformative power of embracing discomfort as an artist. From grappling with frustration in learning new skills to facing the fear of creative stagnation, we uncover how discomfort signals growth and opportunity. Discover practical strategies for navigating challenges like low engagement on social media and artist's block, and learn why pushing through that extra 20% of discomfort can lead to profound artistic breakthroughs. Join us on the journey to artistic mastery by embracing discomfort.

The Art Coach Program is a transformative experience designed to elevate your artistic journey. With a growth mindset and fully customized approach, the Art Coach Program is your proactive coaching system to overcome self-doubt, unleash your creativity, and step confidently into your artistic potential. If you're ready to follow a proven system, gain accountability, and access a supportive community, visit ⁠⁠⁠https://theartcoach.com⁠⁠⁠ to sign up today and embark on a journey of artistic growth and transformation. Your next chapter starts now.

If you've found value in The Art Coach Podcast, I'd greatly appreciate your support. Kindly subscribe and leave a 5-star review to help me reach those who may benefit from my content. Artists everywhere are silently struggling, and your simple action can make a meaningful difference. If you believe my podcast could help someone you know, please consider sharing it with them. Your contribution can create a positive impact on fellow artists' lives.