The Artist Stoop: Alan Simonton

Alan Simonton Show Notes Alan Simonton, a real estate agent turned artist, shares his journey and passion for art. He discusses the importance of names and the challenges of being recognized as an artist. Alan also talks about his exploration of different art styles, including abstract and figurative art. He shares his experiences at art fairs and the emotional connections his art has made with viewers. Alan emphasizes the importance of intuition and emotion in his artwork and his desire to continue growing as an artist. In this conversation, Alan Simonton and Jillian Zepeda discuss their experiences as artists and the mediums they work with. They talk about the importance of understanding perspective and rendering in art, as well as the impact of light and shadow in creating depth and realism. They also share their experiences with commissions and the challenges and rewards of creating art for others. Alan and Jillian discuss their preferred mediums, including gouache, oil paints, and raw canvas. They also provide information on where to find their artwork and how to contact them. Website: https://asimontongallery.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alansimontonarts/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:07 The Importance of Names and Recognition 06:10 Exploring Abstract and Figurative Art 11:13 Creating Emotional Connections Through Art 14:16 The Power of Intuition and Emotion in Art 23:19 Continued Growth as an Artist 26:42 Introduction and Background 27:18 Mastering Perspective and Rendering in Art 28:34 The Impact of Light and Shadow in Art 29:33 The Challenges and Rewards of Commissions 38:10 Exploring Different Artistic Mediums 47:09 Where to Find Alan Simonton's Artwork 50:44 Where to Find Jillian Zepeda's Artwork The Artist Stoop is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to The Artist Stoop at jillianzepedaguzman.substack.com/subscribe