The Truth About Being an Artist

In this episode, artist and arts leader Jill Cliffer Baratta, MFA, NAWA, shares an honest and inspiring look into her creative journey. Growing up in the Chicago area, studying in western Michigan, and moving to New York City in 1976, her path has been shaped by a rich and diverse artistic education at institutions including the School of Visual Arts, Grand Valley State University, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, and the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, along with studies in art therapy at The College of New Rochelle and dance at New York University Tisch School of the Arts. Currently the Executive Director of the National Association of Women Artists, where she was inducted in 2011 and served as president from 2017 to 2019, Jill also brings extensive experience teaching art and facilitating art therapy for students of all ages. In this conversation, she speaks on the transformative power of art therapy, the importance of authenticity and diversity in artistic expression, and the evolving role of women in the arts. Guest:• Website - https://www.jcbarattasart.com/home/index.html• Instagram -  @jillclifferbarattaTo know more about what I do and offer go to my website www.summroshni.com, subscribe to my YouTube channel  @SummerRoshniBhullar or follow me on Instagram @talkswithsummer.@ 2026 Summer Roshni Bhullar. All rights reserved. Content from Talks with Summer Podcast is protected under copyright law.Legal Disclaimer: The views expressed are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of the host or production team. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended as professional advice.