EPISODE · Apr 10, 2026 · 1H 3M
Paint Through the Fear with Nicki Traikos
from Colour Me Happy! - By Brandi Hofer Studios · host Brandi Hofer Studios
At every level, the fear is still there: you just keep showing up anyway…You might surprise yourself!- Brandi Nicki, is back, because she is just the BEST! We talk about imposter syndrome and how it doesn’t disappear as you grow, but instead evolves, and how Nicki pushed through that fear when designing the cover of her newest interactive watercolour book (yes… you can actually paint inside it, which is SO fun and freeing). We get a little geeky about art supplies (because obviously): Getting into colour theory, composition, and how using muted tones with intentional pops of brightness can completely change how your work feels, something even Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec mastered so beautifully. But beyond the art… this conversation is about the magic of choosing a creative life. Start every day off for you, move your body, create, and honour your passion: The travel, the connection, the community, and how artists really do find each other and create the most meaningful experiences together. Two Takeaways1. Paint through the doubtImposter syndrome doesn’t mean you’re not ready — it means you care. The next level always comes with new fear… so bring it with you and create anyway. 2. Let colour support your nervous systemMuted, earthy tones can calm and ground your work, while small pops of bright colour create focus and energy. It’s not about using more — it’s about using it with intention. Portrait Class with Cyantotype just DROPPED! Last Day SALE! CODE: ART30 You can find Nicki’s new interactive watercolour book here:👉 https://lifeidesign.com (check her shop/books section)
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At every level, the fear is still there: you just keep showing up anyway…You might surprise yourself!- Brandi Nicki, is back, because she is just the BEST! We talk about imposter syndrome and how it doesn’t disappear as you grow, but instead evolves, and how Nicki pushed through that fear when designing the cover of her newest interactive watercolour book (yes… you can actually paint inside it, which is SO fun and freeing). We get a little geeky about art supplies (because obviously): Getting into colour theory, composition, and how using muted tones with intentional pops of brightness can completely change how your work feels, something even Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec mastered so beautifully. But beyond the art… this conversation is about the magic of choosing a creative life. Start every day off for you, move your body, create, and honour your passion: The travel, the connection, the community, and how artists really do find each other and create the most meaningful experiences together. Two Takeaways1. Paint through the doubtImposter syndrome doesn’t mean you’re not ready — it means you care. The next level always comes with new fear… so bring it with you and create anyway. 2. Let colour support your nervous systemMuted, earthy tones can calm and ground your work, while small pops of bright colour create focus and energy. It’s not about using more — it’s about using it with intention. Portrait Class with Cyantotype just DROPPED! Last Day SALE! CODE: ART30 You can find Nicki’s new interactive watercolour book here:👉 https://lifeidesign.com (check her shop/books section)
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