This audio session invites listeners into a calm, creative pause—an easygoing moment to breathe, reset, and reconnect with their artistic center. Through gentle reflection and grounded studio wisdom, Loretta shares thoughts on staying present in your work, honoring your own pace, and finding clarity in the middle of a busy creative life. Whether you’re painting, editing, planning, or simply taking a break, this episode offers a warm companion for your day. It’s a quiet reminder that creativity doesn’t have to be rushed, complicated, or perfect to be meaningful. Sometimes the most important work happens in the stillness.

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Discover the “Hybrid Method” — a bridge between Bob Ross’s approachable joy, classical academic structure, and Cennino Cennini’s timeless craft. In this video, I walk you through how these three worlds meet inside a modern studio practice, showing artists of all levels how to blend spontaneity, discipline, and historical technique into one fluid workflow.

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Why a professional academic artist might not like Ross' Art Tips

In this episode, Loretta opens up a thoughtful, good‑faith conversation about the gap between Bob Ross–style “anyone can paint” encouragement and the realities of professional, academic art training. This isn’t a takedown—it’s an exploration of why certain techniques, shortcuts, and philosophies that feel liberating for beginners can feel limiting, misleading, or even frustrating for artists who’ve spent years studying form, color theory, materials, and historical methods. You’ll hear:

• The core differences between entertainment‑based art instruction and academic studio practice
• Why do some Ross tips clash with foundational training in drawing, value structure, and paint handling
• How beginners can enjoy Ross’ joy‑forward approach without picking up habits that hold them back
• A more nuanced way to bridge intuitive painting with classical principles
• Loretta’s personal experiences teaching students who arrive with “happy little tree” expectations

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Art Tips Inspired by Bob Ross

A gentle, practical burst of studio wisdom — this episode brings you a short, focused lesson inspired by the joyful ease of Bob Ross. 
In this audio version, you’ll hear clear, beginner‑friendly tips you can take straight to your canvas, whether you’re painting at home, in the studio, or teaching others.
If you enjoy learning by watching, a full video version of this episode is also available.
But this audio cut is crafted to stand on its own: warm, accessible, and packed with small techniques that make a big difference in your creative flow.
Perfect for artists of all levels who want a quick hit of inspiration, clarity, and confidence.


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This episode isn’t planned—it’s just me, Loretta, talking about what’s been going on lately. No script, no polish, just real life. From studio moments to coffee shop sketches, thoughts on art, memory, and whatever else comes to mind. If you’re here for something raw and honest, pull up a chair.
🔹 A spontaneous check-in from West Memphis
🔹 Reflections, ramblings, and real-time thoughts
🔹 Perfect for listeners who love soulful storytelling with no filter


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🎙️ Story of Hiawatha Part 7
In this evocative continuation of the epic tale, Loretta Nash guides listeners through the next chapter of Hiawatha’s journey—where myth, nature, and destiny intertwine. With poetic narration and cultural reverence, this episode delves into themes of leadership, loss, and the profound bond between humanity and the natural world. Whether you're a longtime follower or new to the series, Part 7 offers rich storytelling and emotional depth that will leave you inspired and contemplative.
🔍 Perfect for fans of Native American folklore, lyrical storytelling, and immersive audio experiences.


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Stories

• PAU-PUK-KEEWIS

• THE HUNTING OF PAU-PUK-KEEWIS

• THE DEATH OF KWASIND

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Continuing the story of Hiawatha

stories

• Blessing the cornfield

• picture writing

• Haiwatha's crying

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Stories:

• HIAWATHA'S WOOING

• HIAWATHA'S WEDDING FEAST

• THE SON OF THE EVENING STAR

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Stories

• Hiawatha’s Sailing

• Hiawatha’s Fishing

• Hiawatha and the Pearl-Feather

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