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On today's episode we sat down with Scott Tallman Powers, a fine artist specializing in western scenes who is always looking to capture the connection between humans and their environment. Scott discusses his artistic journey, from studying at the American Academy of Art to transitioning from illustration to becoming a professional painter. He emphasizes the importance of painting from life, understanding abstract foundations, and the balance between realism and narrative storytelling. Scott highlights the challenges of meeting deadlines while maintaining quality, the benefits of plein air painting, and the necessity of diversifying income streams through workshops, commissions, and selling smaller studies, while also maintaining strong relationships with collectors through genuine communication. He also reminds artists to get yourself out there and find a good artist community to motivate and inspire you to continue on your journey. Finally, Scott tells us about his upcoming workshop and exhibitions, including a collaborative landscape and figure workshop with Scott Christensen and his participation in The Briscoe Museum Night of the Artists Show and The Prix de West!

Scott's FASO site:
https://www.scottpowersfineart.com/

Scott's Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/scotttallmanpowers/

Scott's upcoming workshop:
https://adventureofpainting.thrivecart.com/capturing-nature-and-the-human-spirit/

The Briscoe Museum Night of the Artists:
https://briscoemuseum.org/noa2025/

2025 Prix de West:
https://pdw.nationalcowboymuseum.org/

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On today's episode we sat down with Mary Aslin a full-time professional artist who creates representational paintings inspired by the beauty of nature and light. Mary shares her journey of becoming a professional artist, including overcoming self-doubt, building technical skills, and finding her voice. She tells us about the tips she likes to give her students including the fact that there are no mistakes and to focus on the process over the outcome. She also emphasizes the importance of treating art as a business, using tools like a website and newsletter to connect with collectors. Mary advises aspiring full-time artists to focus on creating their best work, participate in art shows, and consider teaching. Finally, Mary tells us about her mentorship on Mastrius and her upcoming workshop in Crete!

Mary's FASO site:
https://www.maryaslin.com/

Mary's Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/maryaslinfineart/

Mary's Mastrius Mentorship:
https://www.maryaslin.com/workshop/38775/small-group-mentoring-through-mastrius

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On today's episode we sat down with Hilarie Couture, a figurative artist who has had an extensive and varied career path, including stints as a street portrait artist, hairdresser, auctioneer, and historic preservationist. She rediscovered her passion for painting later in life and has since become a full-time artist, working primarily in pastel and oil. Hilary emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, remembering to always focus on the fundamentals, experimentation, and building connections within the art community. She also offers advice to aspiring artists about balancing financial stability and artistic ambitions, as well as the value of thinking creatively about marketing one's work and seeking out opportunities in even the most common places. Finally Hilarie tells us about her studio sale!

Hilarie's FASO site:
https://www.hcouturearts.com/

Hilarie's Instagram page:
https://www.instagram.com/hcouturearts1/

Hilarie's Newsletter sign up:
https://www.hcouturearts.com/email-newsletter

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For today's episode we sat down with Michael Orwick, a contagiously cheerful artist with a deep passion for capturing the atmospheric beauty of the Pacific Northwest through his unique "illuminated tones" style. Michael emphasizes the importance of embracing experimentation and fun in the artistic process, advising aspiring artists to focus on what they love and not be afraid to make mistakes. He shares his journey from studying illustration, to working in restaurants and bars, to full-time painting and traveling while pursuing humanitarian efforts. He also highlights the value of having diverse income streams as an artist to help one have more freedom to create on one's own terms and reminds us of the importance of having a work-life balance based on your personal needs. Finally, Michael tells us about his online classes and upcoming workshops!

Michael's FASO site:
https://www.michaelorwick.com/

Michael's Online Classes:
https://www.michaelorwick.com/workshops

Michael's Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/michael_orwick/

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For today's episode, we sat down with Russell Gordon, an artist living in upstate New York who is deeply inspired by nature and seeks to express the beauty of nature through his paintings of fauna and flora. Russell discusses his experience at the Schuler School of Art in Baltimore and emphasizes the importance of training and persistence, sharing that it took six years after art school for him to begin to find success in his artistic career. He highlights the challenges of self-doubt and the necessity of a supportive environment. He advises aspiring artists to train rigorously, seek out the right gallery fit, and to have persistence, passion, and patience. Russell then tells us about the new direction he is taking in his work, which involves anthropomorphizing animals and placing them in human roles, inspired by childhood memories and illustrators like Beatrix Potter. Finally, Russell tells us about his upcoming shows where we can see his beautiful new work!

Russell's FASO site:
https://www.gordonartstudio.com/

Russell's Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/russellwgordon/

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On today's episode we sat down with Paul Batch, a contemporary artist with a love of painting beautiful atmospheric landscapes. Paul discusses his journey as an artist, including how he discovered his passion for painting after being inspired by a professor's portrait. He talks about the challenges of balancing art and life, the importance of persistence and resilience in the face of rejection, and the value of having a support system. Paul shares advice for aspiring artists, emphasizing the need for financial stability, continuous improvement, and a willingness to take risks. He also advises aspiring artists to focus on painting what is important to them and not get caught up in trends. Finally, Paul tells us about his upcoming workshops!

Paul's FASO site:
https://www.paulbatchpainting.com/

Paul's Social Media:
https://www.instagram.com/paulbatch/

Paul's YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/c/PaulBatch

Paul's Zoom Painting Demo:
https://www.paulbatchpainting.com/page/24850/zoom-painting-demonstration

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For today's episode we sat down with Kim Casebeer, a landscape painter who works primarily in oils, often depicting vast western vistas with dramatic skies. Kim discusses the importance of design and composition in her work, influenced by her background in graphic design. She also shares her experience with a significant commission from Mountain Trails Gallery in Jackson, Wyoming, a triptych of large panels totaling four feet by nine feet. She highlights the challenges and rewards of large-scale painting, including the need for patience and perseverance. Kim also recounts her experience transitioning to a full-time artist, emphasizing the value of teaching, maintaining relationships with galleries, and the role of social media and newsletters in connecting with collectors. She advises aspiring artists to be authentic and find their personal style, often through learning from different mentors or workshops as well as painting from life. Finally, Kim tells us about her upcoming workshop and two-person gallery show!

Kim's FASO site:
https://www.kimcasebeer.com/

Kim's Social Media:
https://www.instagram.com/kimcasebeerartist/
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In this episode, we feature a compilation of past guests sharing their perspectives on how passion fuels their creative journeys, emphasizing its role as the heartbeat of their work. They discuss how passion not only inspires them to start projects but also sustains them through challenges and self-doubt. Several artists highlight how their deep emotional connection to their craft transforms their work into a form of self-expression and purpose. The episode explores the idea that passion is contagious, often resonating with audiences and creating meaningful connections. However, some guests also reflect on the balance required to avoid burnout, acknowledging that passion must be nurtured alongside discipline and self-care. Ultimately, the compilation underscores that passion is the invisible thread weaving together creativity, resilience, and fulfillment in the artistic process.

Episodes Mentioned:
39 Debra Kierce
47 Eric Armusik
56 Pavel Sokov
69 Scott Burdick
92 Blair Atherholt
101 Joseph Gyurcsak
114 Kyle Stuckey
115 Susan Hope Fogel
116 Liz Haywood-Sullivan
118 Shuang Li

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On today's episode we sat down with Shuang Li, a classically trained Chinese-born artist who captures the world around her in an impressionistic approach. Shuang tells us about her transition to a full-time art career after working in graphic design and IT. She discusses the importance of patience, persistence, and passion when pursuing a career in the arts and reminds us that slow and steady will bring you success. She also shares with us how her background in design has influenced her painting approach, particularly in understanding value patterns and composition. Shuang emphasizes the value of starting with local art organizations and gradually building a reputation before applying to prestigious national shows. She also highlights the role of marketing tools like newsletters and her website in connecting with collectors and students. Finally, Shuang tells us about the local painting exhibition she's preparing with her fellow local watercolorists!

Shuang's FASO site:
https://www.shuanglifineart.com/

Shuang's book "Watercolor Plein Air Basics":
https://store.bookbaby.com/book/watercolor-plein-air-basics

Shuang's YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@ShuangLiWatercolors

Shuang's Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/shuangli.artist/

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For today's episode we sat down with Poppy Balser, a Canadian painter with a deep love of the capturing the ocean and its wild nature in her work. She tells us about how she transitioned from a career as a pharmacist to become a full-time artist. She also discusses her early artistic influences, the gradual process of pursuing painting, and the importance of building a supportive community of fellow artists, quoting, "a rising tide lifts all boats". Poppy emphasizes the importance of being kind to yourself as you learn the craft and to take your time developing your skills before putting your work out there. She also gives advice for aspiring artists on the importance of having a consistent newsletter, marketing strategies, and overcoming challenges. She emphasizes the value of observation, patience, and perseverance when painting subjects like the ocean. Finally Poppy tells us about her upcoming workshops!

Poppy's FASO site:
https://www.poppybalser.com/

Poppy's Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/poppybalser/

Poppy's Youtube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@poppybalserart