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Self Taught Artist
by Lauren Kristine Art
What do Vincent Van Gogh, Frida Kahlo, and I have in common? We're all self taught artists. I stumbled around in the dark as I started my artistic journey... I didn't know what paints to buy, how to varnish my work, or the differences between painting mediums. The mission of the Self Taught Artist podcast is to help artists (and aspiring artists) learn and fully discover the joy of making art. We will cover everything from the basics of painting, to how to sell your work, and beyond.
Episodes
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83. How to Create a Digital Catalog and Archive for your Art
Welcome back to another episode of Self Taught Artist. Today's episode is all about creating a digital archive and catalog of your artwork. Whether you're an aspiring professional artist or just doing it for the sheer joy of creating, having a digital archive can be a game-changer. Artists…
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82. Dreaming Big: the Power of Imperfect Action
In this episode, we check in on your 2024 art priorities and talk about the game-changing idea of taking imperfect action. I share how diving in before having it all figured out has shaped my artist journey. We break down the myth of feeling ready, emphasizing that confidence comes from doing…
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81. How to Seal Watercolors with Wax Medium
Today I present a game-changer for watercolor artists! We explore using wax medium to seal watercolor paintings. Discover the benefits, including a durable waterproof finish that adds depth to color and allows for glassless framing and display. I am very excited to share this with you as I…
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80. Mastering Brushwork: Precision, Control, and Fine Details
In this episode of the Self Taught Artist podcast, we're diving into the world of brushwork precision and control, essential skills for artists aiming to perfect their art. We'll explore tailored exercises, ideal brushes, and techniques that empower artists to craft intricate details and elevate...
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79. Dreaming Big in 2024: Strategies for your most creative year yet!
Artists, join us on this special episode of the "Self Taught Artist" podcast, where we discuss how to shape 2024 into your most creative year yet! While January often revolves around New Year's Resolutions, this episode takes a fresh approach. I'm excited to share practical tips and innovative...
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78. Reflections and Resolutions: Closing Out the Artistic Year
Artists, join Lauren Kristine in this special year-end episode as we take a journey of introspection on the "Self Taught Artist" podcast. We reflect on the artistic highs and challenges of the past year through thought-provoking questions. Whether you're celebrating accomplishments or overcoming...
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77. Picking Your Palette on a Budget
Dive into the artistry of color selection and savvy paint shopping on this episode of the Self-Taught Artist Podcast. Uncover the significance of series numbers, decoding the language of pigments to enhance your palette. Learn the art of smart shopping by opting for 'hue' over pricey pigments,...
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76. Use Art to Give Back and Help Others In Need
Today we explore the ways in which self taught artists can use their creative talents to give back to their communities and make a meaningful impact during the Thanksgiving season. Through a series of inspiring ideas and suggestions, I hope you’ll be inspired to use your creative talents for…
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75. One Question Every Artist Should Ask
In this episode of the Self Taught Artist podcast, join me as we embark on an exploration of the stories hidden within our art. We discover how asking the simple question, "What's the story here?" can transform our creative process. Each brushstroke, every color choice by the artist, and every...
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74. What Color Should My Underpainting Be?
In this episode of "The Self Taught Artist Podcast," we explore underpaintings and their transformative impact on your artwork. I’m talking about the concept of complementary colors and how selecting the right underpainting hue can work wonders, as well as a few different ways I’ve seen artists...
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73. What to do with Leftover Art
We're diving into a common dilemma every artist faces – what to do with leftover artwork. As artists, our creative journey often results in a surplus of pieces that don't always find their place on our walls or sold to others. Join us as we explore creative and practical solutions for managing…
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72. The 80% Rule for Artists
In this episode of 'Self Taught Artist,' we delve into the intriguing concept of the '80% Rule' for artists. Discover why striving for perfection as an artist may not always yield the best results and learn how taking a step back at the 80% mark can breathe new life into your artistic process.…
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71. Art During Challenging Times
Today we journey into the therapeutic and transformative power of art during challenging times. Life's ups and downs are a shared experience, and as artists, we have a unique refuge in our creative spirits. Discover how creating art can help during the challenging times of life by offering...
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70. How to Create Watercolor Pans + Artist Resources for Choosing Watercolor Paint Colors
Dive into the vibrant world of watercolors in this episode of Self Taught Artist. Join me as I guide you through the process of creating your very own watercolor pans from tube paints, with step-by-step instructions for both beginners and seasoned artists looking to personalize their palettes....
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69. How to Fix a Hole in your Painting on Canvas
In this quick hits episode, we tackle a common yet frustrating issue every artist might face: a hole in your canvas masterpiece. Whether it's a tiny pinhole or a more substantial tear, we've got you covered with expert tips and a step-by-step guide on how to mend your damaged canvas. I share the...
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68. Create a Custom Watercolor Palette / Tube vs. Pan Watercolors
Artists, today let's talk about some fundamental watercolor questions I had when I first was starting to upgrade my watercolor paints. How to build your own custom watercolor palette? How to get the best value artist grade watercolor paints? Is there a difference between the colors you get out of...
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67. How to Photograph Art and Present Your Work
Today we talk about Artwork Photography and Presentation. Whether you're a seasoned artist looking to sell your work or an emerging artist wanting to showcase your creations on social media, this episode will help you understand the significance of high-quality artwork photography and…
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66. Writing an Artist Statement
Today we are exploring the art of crafting an engaging artist statement. Whether you're an emerging artist or an established one, having a compelling artist statement is crucial in communicating your artistic vision and connecting with your audience. Having an artistic statement can be important…
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65. Selling Art: Where to sell my artwork? A discussion about selling on Etsy, Social Media, Art Galleries and more...
Today we'll explore the various avenues for selling artwork and discuss their pros and cons. We talk about online marketplaces like Etsy, art galleries, art markets or craft fairs, selling art on Instagram, and more! Which option the right one for you? Whether you're an emerging artist or a...
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64. Selling Art: How to Price Artwork
I'll be guiding you through the process of determining the perfect price for your artistic creations if you are looking to sell your artwork. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting out with selling your art, understanding how to price your artwork is essential. Artists - Please take a...
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63. Selling Art: Christmas in July
Today on the Self Taught Artist Podcast we'll be discussing why the holidays are the perfect time to sell art, what your holiday preparation timeline should be, and what to consider making to sell during the holiday shopping season! Artists - Please take a minute to rate the podcast 5 stars...
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62. Selling Art: Market Research and Finding Your Target Audience
Today we're talking about how to use market research and an understanding of your target audience to sell more artwork! As self-taught artists, we have the incredible opportunity to connect with our audience on a personal level. But in order to do that effectively, we need to understand who our...
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61. Selling Art: Assessing Your Art and Setting Goals
Let's delve into the first step of selling art: assessing your art and setting realistic goals. Self-assessment is a vital process that helps you understand your unique artistic style, strengths, and areas for growth. Take the time to reflect on your artwork, identifying what makes it special and...
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60. Achieve Color Harmony with this Amazing Technique
We’re talking about one of my favorite painting hacks today! How to achieve color harmony using a technique known as the "Mother Color." The concept of the Mother Color was introduced by Edgar Payne, a renowned landscape artist of the 20th century. This seemingly magical technique instantly…
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59. Overcoming Creative Blocks (The Artist Comeback Pt. 6)
Returning to your artistic practice can sometimes come with its own set of challenges and obstacles. Today, we'll address common creative blocks that artists experience, strategies for overcoming resistance in your art, self-criticism, and fear of failure. Additionally, we talk about techniques…
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58. Sources of Artistic Inspiration (The Artist Comeback Pt. 5)
As self-taught artists, seeking inspiration becomes a valuable tool for our artistic growth. Today, we'll explore various sources of artistic inspiration, the benefits of engaging with different art forms and artist communities, and I'll recommend some artist resources that can spark your...
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57. Creating a Consistent Creative Routine (The Artist Comeback Pt. 4)
Establishing a consistent creative routine is key to maintaining your artistic momentum. Today, we'll discuss practical tips for developing a routine, the value of small achievable goals, and strategies for incorporating art into a busy schedule. Let's get started! Artists - Please take a minute…
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56. Managing Expectations and Frustrations (The Artist Comeback Pt. 3)
Today, we'll delve into a crucial aspect of returning to art after a long break: managing expectations. Returning to art after a hiatus can present challenges and frustrations. It's important to acknowledge these obstacles and equip ourselves with strategies to navigate them. By setting realistic...
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55. Connecting With Our Artistic Motivations (The Artist Comeback Pt. 2)
As artists, it's crucial for us to pause and reflect on our motivations for pursuing art. What initially sparked your creative journey? What inspired you to pick up a paintbrush, a camera, or a pen? I share several reflection prompts and exercises to help you connect with your artistic…
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54. The Artist Comeback Pt. 1 - Coming Back to Art After a Break
Today we're kicking off The Artistic Comeback - a multi week series on how to come back to art after a break. It's common for life's demands and responsibilities to sometimes get in the way of our art, causing our artistic passions to be pushed aside for some time. The good news is that many...
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53. 9 More Household Items You Can Paint With
WELCOME TO SEASON 3 OF THE SELF TAUGHT ARTIST PODCAST! We're kicking off Season 3 with a follow up episode to a very popular episode from Season 2 (Episode #44) all about using household items to get interesting effects in your artwork. One of my secrets to getting interesting mixed media artwork...
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52. Gifts for Artists and Art Supplies for your Wish Lists
Gifts are a tradition this time of year for many families. Perhaps you're being asked by family members what you want for Christmas this year and you're trying to make your wish list. Or, you're just looking for an excuse to buy yourself a fun new art supply to try. I love talking all about art...
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51. How to Add Gratitude to Your Art Making Process
Artists, today I'm sharing three ways for you to infuse some gratitude into your art making process. Gratitude is good for your brain, good for your body, and good for your art. Since it's November and I have gratitude on my brain, we're talking about how infusing gratitude into your artistic...
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50. 5 Easy Instagram Reels + TikTok Ideas for Artists
Social media is still the best way to grow your audience as an artist. Instagram Reels and TikTok videos have grown massively this year. If you’ve been resisting trying Reels, I’d encourage you to try it. No dancing is required, or even showing your face if you don’t want to. On today's episode,...
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49. How to Mix the Perfect Green + Unexpected Color Mixing Recipes
At last I have found the color mixing recipe for the perfect green! I’m sharing it in today’s episode. I have struggled with mixing greens for a while. For some reason I have difficulty mixing the right green, and green straight out of the tube doesn’t give the depth I need to make my greenery…
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48. How to Save Money When Shipping Artwork & Protect Your Art
Artists, 'tis the season for selling art and gifting art. Often that means you have to ship art! It's the perfect time to revisit my favorite art shipping supplies, shipping methods, and of course, how to save money shipping artwork. I mention www.pirateship.com on the episode since it's my...
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47. Artist Burnout - What To Do When You're Feeling Creatively Burned Out
Right now I'm feeling creatively burned out and like I’ve lost a little bit of my creative mojo. This week on the Self Taught Artist podcast, we're talking about the signs of Artist Burnout and what to do about it! I share six tips for how to beat burn-out as an artist. It's natural for your...
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46. 5 Things I’d Do Differently if I Were Starting From Scratch Today as an Artist
This week I’m rewinding the clock and imagining starting over again as an artist. I explore the question: what would I do differently if I were starting from scratch today as an artist? Here are my Top 5: I'd buy premium paint sooner. I'd buy fewer paint colors. I'd let go of Perfectionism. I...
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45. Beware Art Scams! How I was Targeted for a Common Artist Scam.
Don't fall prey to common scams targeting artists! Today, I describe in detail the most common online scams for artists. Typically, it involves a commission or a large art purchase seemingly out of the blue. Scammers are tricky and use all sorts of methods to trick you. My mission today is to…
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44. 12 Household Items You Can Paint With
Did you know there are tons of household items you can use to paint? One of my secrets to getting interesting mixed media artwork is to not use my paintbrush all the time! Found objects provide added visual interest to my painting and they’re a ton of fun to experiment with. I love to use them in...
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43. Color Mixing and Color Theory Workshop for Artists: Part 4 (Split Primary Palette)
FREE Worksheet Download: https://www.laurenkristineart.com/43 For a long time I struggled to mix really vibrant colors. I was buying lots of different colors of paint from the art store as I didn’t know how to mix the colors I wanted. I believed that the more colors of paint I owned, the more…
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42. Color Mixing and Color Theory Workshop for Artists: Part 3 (The Color Wheel)
FREE Worksheet Download: https://www.laurenkristineart.com/42 We’re back this week with our Color Mixing and Color Theory Workshop for Artists: Part 3. Today is all about color mixing and the color wheel. Color wheels are not just for beginners. They’re for anyone looking to take their...
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41. Painting With a White Border! Tape Recommendations for Watercolor Painting and How to Remove Tape Without Ripping Watercolor Paper
Artists, behold the power of a white border around your artwork! When I work on paper in any medium, whether it’s acrylic paints, watercolors or gouache, I love to include a crisp white border around my art sometimes (using tape.) A white border around artwork acts like a mat in a picture frame.…
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40. How to Make a Home Art Studio (even if you have no space!)
I believe you can find room for creativity and art if you really want to include them in your life. On today's episode of the Self Taught Artist, we're talking about how to make the most of a small art studio at home, or, what to do if you have no dedicated art space at home. Lots of great tips…
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39. Cheap Art Supplies from the Dollar Store
Have you ever gone art supply shopping at the Dollar Store? I found so many great art supplies on my latest trip to the Dollar Store I knew I had to make a podcast about it. Despite passing this store 2 or 3 times a week for many years, I had completely overlooked Dollar Tree as a great source…
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38. Color Mixing and Color Theory Workshop for Artists: Part 2
This week on the Self Taught Artist podcast we are continuing our Color Mixing and Color Theory Workshop. This is the continuation of a multi-week deep dive into all things color, color theory, and color mixing. Last week we talked about the three dimensions of color: hue, value, and chroma.…
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37. Color Mixing and Color Theory Workshop for Artists: Part 1
This week on the Self Taught Artist podcast we are starting our Color Mixing and Color Theory Workshop. This is the beginning of a multi-week deep dive into all things color, color theory, and color mixing. First, let's take a few minutes this week to talk about the three dimensions of color…
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36. Gifting Art and Selling Art During the Holidays! (Artists, your holiday preparation starts now!)
Artists - it's time to start preparing for the Holidays! This episode is for everyone, not just those who sell their art. You can use art as a wonderful gift for loved ones. Let’s talk about gifting, artsy gift ideas, what holiday items to make if you are selling your art, how to add some pizazz…
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35. How to Paint More Often!
If you’re looking for an excuse not to paint, you’ll find it. Perhaps you know the feeling... you're tired after a long day at work and you just want to sit on the couch and turn your brain off, even though you know that painting would help you feel better than the TV would! Sometimes it takes a...
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34. The Joy of Painting Small
Today I’m making the case for painting small. It doesn’t matter what kind of painting you like to do – acrylic painting, watercolor painting, gouache painting, or oil painting – this episode applies to all kinds of artists! For a long time, I thought “bigger is better” when it comes to art. I...
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What do Vincent Van Gogh, Frida Kahlo, and I have in common? We're all self taught artists. I stumbled around in the dark as I started my artistic journey... I didn't know what paints to buy, how to varnish my work, or the differences between painting mediums. The mission of the Self Taught Artist podcast is to help artists (and aspiring artists) learn and fully discover the joy of making art. We will cover everything from the basics of painting, to how to sell your work, and beyond.
HOSTED BY
Lauren Kristine Art
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What do Vincent Van Gogh, Frida Kahlo, and I have in common? We're all self taught artists. I stumbled around in the dark as I started my artistic journey... I didn't know what paints to buy, how to varnish my work, or the differences between painting mediums. The mission of the Self Taught Artist...
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