Interview with Sketch Artist Todd Groesbeck

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Interview with Sketch Artist Todd Groesbeck

313 - Interview with Todd Groesbeck

This week John is talking with sketch artist Todd Groesbeck about his approach and lifelong obsession with drawing and sketching.

Todd earned his BFA at the School of Visual Arts in New York City and currently works with a branch of the military. Listen in as they discuss some of the unique experiences Todd has had in and continues to explore.

“Drawing is Thinking” is a mantra that really resonates with Todd and has for years. He’s not a writer but he does express his ideas through line and value.

Todd’s encouragement is to create challenges for yourself and to draw quickly. Don’t think of it as too precious.

He also says “if you only draw when you’re going to create some piece to show somebody, then you’re not really ever warmed up. It’s too stiff, and maybe the drawing becomes too polite.”

Links to Todd’s site:

https://www.toddgroesbeckillustration.com/

Link to Todd’s Instagram account: @tgroesbeck

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Art Show Rejection

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Art Show Rejection

312 - Art Show Rejection

This week John and Barb are talking about a prevalent phenomenon in the Art world if you submit your work to shows and competitions. Namely, rejection!  

Don’t let it define or defeat you! It might mean that you should level up in your skill or technique. Or it most likely means nothing at all.

A contest with one judge or juror is just one person’s opinion. That’s all. A show with more than one is more than one opinion. That’s all.

Note: This episode was recorded prior to the CPSA’s 2021 exhibition announcement of awards.

BONUS Video Available - Barb and John recorded a separate, “Frist Impressions” show (inside Members Circle) discussing the winning artwork from the 2021 CPSA’s exhibition.

References or links mentioned

Barb’s article on Art Competition Rejection

The 2021 CPSA International Exhibition links:

YouTube video of awards

Award-winning works

Accepted entries

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Interview with Legion Paper Co-founder Michael Ginsburg

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Interview with Legion Paper Co-founder Michael Ginsburg

311 - Interview with Michael Ginsburg

This week John is talking with Legion Paper Co-founder, Michael Ginsburg.  Michael shares his vast experience in the papermaking industry.  Legion has been successful by listening to what artists really want and then creating superior products that fill the gaps in the market. 

Some questions from Monthly Sharpener (Members Circle):

Can you store paper in the plastic that it’s shipped in?

Do hemp and bamboo papers hold up longer over time?

Michael also hints at a brand new paper coming out later this year! Who’s excited?! 😲

Get your free paper samples by emailing: info@legionpaper.com

Links to Michael’s site:

https://legionpaper.com/

For the Love of Art - YouTube channel

Try the ultimate paper selector search mentioned in the show to help you find the paper perfect for you!

References or links mentioned

Andy Warhol Marilyn Diptych

Rising Museum Board (used by Andy Warhol)

Legion Lenox 100 Cotton Drawing Paper

Stonehenge Aqua Paper

Holbein Soft Tape

Wendy Hollender

Sandy Sandy

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Making Art Authentic To You

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310 - Making Art Authentic To Art

This week John and Barb are discussing strategies for creating artwork that is authentic to you. While it may be tempting to just create work similar to what you’ve seen other colored pencil artists create. Those drawings may leave you feeling like a “copyist”. Over time, with purpose and intention, you will be able to create work that tells the story you want to communicate.

Listen in for practical advice on how to apply these ideas to your work.

References or links mentioned

The Colored Pencil Podcast is brought to you by Face Value: The Ultimate Colored Pencil Course.

Are you wanting to start drawing realistic portraits in colored pencil? Join the 2021 cohort while enrollment is still open. 

Go here for more information on Face Value.

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Interview with Dena Ackerman

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307 - Interview with Dena Ackerman

Interview with Dena Ackerman

This week John is talking to Dena, an illustrator and fine artist living in Israel. She teaches colored pencil techniques along with mixed media. I think you'll really enjoy listening to her discuss her art. Her passion for what she does really shines through in this discussion.

She talks about pricing your work, how to increase your prices, how to diversify your income, the best business advice she’s ever received!

Her advice for improvement doesn’t involve reading and collecting a bunch of books, instead she says to “Practice is the most important thing”, “learning techniques and taking classes is super important, but if you don’t practice it’s not worth anything.”

Dena Ackerman’s Links:

https://www.denaackerman.com

https://www.instagram.com/art_by_dena/

https://www.facebook.com/DenaAckermanArt

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References or links mentioned

The Recorded Training - Color Matching in Colored Pencil

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Improving Your Color Vision

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306 - Improving Your Color Vision

Improving Your Color Vision

This week John shares some tips on how to improve your ability to see color and create a color match. 

The Drawing foundation has 3 steps: 

1. Line Drawing (shape)

2. Shading (value)

3. Color

In this show John is talking primarily about number 3, the “Color” part of the composition.

There are 3 questions to ask when attempting to identify a color in your reference photo:

1. Is my color too Dark or too Light?

2. Is my color too Cool or too Warm?

3. Is it too Neutral or is it too Saturated?

Listen in to find out how to modify your color swatch tests to determine the color you’re looking for.

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References or links mentioned

The Recorded Training - Color Matching in Colored Pencil

The Colored Pencil Podcast is brought to you by Face Value: The Ultimate Colored Pencil Course.

Are you wanting to start drawing realistic portraits in colored pencil? Join the 2021 cohort while enrollment is still open. 

Go here for more information on Face Value: https://sharpenedartistacademy.teachable.com/p/colored-pencil-portrait-course/

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Interview with Kathryn Hansen

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Interview with Kathryn Hansen

305 - Interview with Kathryn Hansen

This week John is talking with Kathryn Hansen, an accomplished animal and nature artist from Southern California. She received a degree in studio arts but became a colored pencil enthusiast around 2014. 

Kathryn has won many awards, she’s exhibited in solo shows, and has been featured in many publications including Strokes of Genius 9.

In this interview she talks about pricing her artwork, taking commissions, and the value of putting in 30 hours a week into drawing.

Links to Kathryn’s sites:

Website: www.kathrynhansen.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kathrynhansen9

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kathrynhansendrawings @kathrynhansendrawings

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References or links mentioned

The Colored Pencil Podcast is brought to you by Face Value: The Ultimate Colored Pencil Course. Want to start drawing realistic portraits in colored pencil? Join the 2021 cohort while enrollment is still open. 

Go here for more information on Face Value: https://sharpenedartistacademy.teachable.com/p/colored-pencil-portrait-course/

Visit our sponsor UART premium sanded paper. Visit their website to find out more about this sturdy, and versatile sanded paper.

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If you sign up now Amazon Music will give you 3 Months free! This special promotion ends on May 24th.

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Interview with Mandy Peltier

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Interview with Mandy Peltier

304 - Interview with Mandy Peltier

This week John is talking with artist Mandy Peltier. Even though she’s relatively new to colored pencil she teaches, is a signature member of the CPSA, is the national board Membership Director, and works actively with art brands.

Mandy is committed to helping new artists develop a love for colored pencil.  As a mom and wife, she also finds time in her busy schedule to create art that brings her joy.

Links to Susan’s sites:

Website: www.mandypeltier.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/mandypeltierartist

Instagram: @mandypeltierartist

Video: Mandy’s demo on Sanded Paper for the Ohio Arts Council

Products discussed:

Blick Premier Wood Panel

Winsor & Newton Coloured Pencils

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Interview with Susan Lyon

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Interview with Susan Lyon

303 - Interview with Susan Lyon

This week John is talking with artist Susan Lyon. Her initial interest in art was sparked by a PBS television show on Georgia O'Keefe, that inspired her to take weekend art classes. 

She studied art at the American Academy of Art in Chicago and was an active participant in Chicago's Palette and Chisel Club. It is there she first began exhibiting and selling her work. 

Susan draws inspiration from painters of the Guilded age such as John Singer Sargent. 

Susan has a unique style of painting and uses contrasting values to create a greater sense of drama.  She says that a color photograph will lie to you. Listen to her explain how to simplify what you see. 

Links to Susan’s sites:

https://www.susanlyon.com/

The Colored Pencil Podcast is brought to you by Face Value: The Ultimate Colored Pencil Course. The 2021 Presale is currently underway and only 20 students will be accepted.  

Go here for more information: https://sharpenedartistacademy.teachable.com/p/presale-colored-pencil-portrait-course/

References or links mentioned

Visit our sponsor UART premium sanded paper. Visit their website to find out more about this sturdy, and versatile sanded paper.

The UART Spring 2021 Competition is now open for entry! Go here to enter: 

https://www.uartpastelpaper.com/uart-spring-contest/

Have you heard about the new Coloured Pencil Conversion and Comparison Charts from Karen Hull Art?

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Use SharpArt20 at checkout for 20% off!

The podcast is also supported by Amazon Music Unlimited. If you're looking for a new music streaming service, Amazon Music Unlimited will be perfect. It features 70 million songs and thousands of expert-programmed playlists and stations - all available ad-free! 

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References or links mentioned

Visit our sponsor UART premium sanded paper. Visit their website to find out more about this sturdy, and versatile sanded paper.

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Use SharpArt20 at checkout for 20% off!

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Interview with Richard Klekociuk

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Interview with Richard Klekociuk

302 - Interview with Richard Klekociuk

In this interview, John speaks with Australian artist, Richard Klekociuk.

Richard has taught art for many years and has explored a variety of mediums but always comes back to his beloved colored pencils. 

Richard's work pushes the boundary on what we often think is possible for colored pencil art. Listen to him explain his thought process for his art as it relates to the landscapes he wants to depict. 

He's also got some great words of advice for any artist starting in the medium of colored pencil today. 

Links to Richard’s site:

https://www.richardklekociuk.com/

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Only 20 Students accepted into the program. 

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References or links mentioned

Visit our sponsor UART premium sanded paper. Visit their website to find out more about this sturdy, and versatile sanded paper.

The UART Spring 2021 Competition is now open for entry! Go here to enter: 

https://www.uartpastelpaper.com/uart-spring-contest/

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Interview with Bernard Poulin

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Interview with Bernard Poulin

In this interview, John sits down and speaks with Bernard Poulin about art and colored pencil. They discuss a variety of topics, such as what art is, and the future of realistic portrait art especially in the medium of colored pencil today. The two discuss Bernard's roots and events that have influenced his journey. 

Bernard has been drawing and painting portraits for several decades and is one of the most renowned artists of our time. 

As a youth he talks of being kicked out of art class, abandoning the home he grew up in, and eventually traveling to Italy to study the masters.

Bernard is an internationally recognized artist with commissions ranging from top political officials to corporate and private collections. His subjects range from families and children's portraits to work that interests and inspires him.

References or links mentioned

Links to Bernards sites:

https://www.bernardpoulin.com/home-english.html

The curated list of online resources: 

https://www.bernardpoulin.com/links-eng.html

Wikipedia page:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bernard_Poulin

References or links mentioned

Visit our sponsor UART premium sanded paper. Visit their website to find out more about this sturdy, and versatile sanded paper.

The UART Spring 2021 Competition is now open for entry! Go here to enter: 

https://www.uartpastelpaper.com/uart-spring-contest/

The podcast is also supported by Amazon Music Unlimited. If you're looking for a new music streaming service, Amazon Music Unlimited will be perfect. It features 70 million songs and thousands of expert-programmed playlists and stations - all available ad-free! 

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Artist Professionalism with Your Website

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300 - Artist Professionalism in Presenting Yourself

In the third installment of their series on Artist Professionalism, John and Barb tackle Presenting Yourself.

Artists often think that they just have to be themselves, and if they're not engaging or entertaining in real life then why should it change online?  There’s a better approach to thinking about how you present yourself to others. It has to do with preparation just like you do most other things in life.

Presenting yourself professionally through photos and videos of your art is a good place to start, but your words are important also. You can post some behind the scenes stuff like sketches or how you create your work so people get an idea of what goes into making it happen. 

The way you present yourself can determine how your audience sees you and your art.

So you need to plan out what kind of presence you want to have on any platform and determine ahead of time the key talking points.

References or links mentioned

Visit our sponsor UART premium sanded paper. Visit their website to find out more about this sturdy, and versatile sanded paper.

The FREE sample promo for UART has ended for now. 

But, to get 20% off your order of UART products at https://www.dakotapastels.com/ by using the promo code UART20 at checkout! Hurry, offer expires on March 31, 2021!

The podcast is also supported by Amazon Music Unlimited. If you're looking for a new music streaming service, Amazon Music Unlimited will be perfect. It features 70 million songs and thousands of expert-programmed playlists and stations - all available ad-free! 

So check it out today by going to getamazonmusic.com/sharp We thank Amazon Music Unlimited for their support of the podcast. 

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Artist Professionalism with Your Website

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299 - Artist Professionalism with Your Website

In part 2 of their series on Artist Professionalism, John and Barb are talking about starting your website and your social media presence.

When should you start your website? 

What is a purpose for your site?

Should you sell your artwork through your site?

References or links mentioned

Visit our sponsor UART premium sanded paper. Visit their website to find out more about this sturdy, and versatile sanded paper.

The FREE sample promo for UART has ended for now.

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Artist Professionalism with Email

Show Notes:

298 - Artist Professionalism with Email

John and Barb are kicking off a new series on artist professionalism! Ranging from social media etiquette, they will cover several things that make up being a professional and how you can be taken more seriously.

Starting this week, the two begin by talking about how to be professional over email because it's such an important part of their jobs as artists (and because it's something we all do everyday!).

References or links mentioned

Visit our sponsor UART premium sanded paper. Visit their website to find out more about this sturdy, and versatile sanded paper.

Unfortunately, the promotion for the free sample pack of UART samples is not available right now. 😒

You can still get 20% Off your order!

For 20% off, select your UART products at https://www.dakotapastels.com/ by using the promo code UART20 at checkout! (Hurry, offer expires soon).

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Two Different Drawing Processes

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297 - Two Different Drawing Processes 

This week John and Barb are discussing their individual approaches to the creation of artwork.

References or links mentioned

Artist Cecile Baird - Listen to her podcast interview here.

Visit our sponsor UART premium sanded paper. Visit their website to find out more about this sturdy, and versatile sanded paper.

Unfortunately, the promotion for the free sample pack of UART samples is not available right now. 😒

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For 20% off, select your UART products at https://www.dakotapastels.com/ by using the promo code UART20 at checkout! (Hurry, offer expires soon).

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296 - Interview with Lisa Ann Watkins

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296 - Interview with Lisa Ann Watkins

This week John is talking with wildlife colored pencil artist, Lisa Ann Watkins. Lisa has been working in the medium for many years now. She’s been teaching students both in-person and online and has a wealth of experiences to draw on. 

Listen in as Lisa discusses her views on how to start in the medium of colored pencil today. She also talks pencils and shares the surfaces she enjoys working on.

Links to Lisa’s Website:

Lisa's Website

Lisa's Patreon Page

Lisa's Facebook Page

References or links mentioned

Visit our sponsor UART premium sanded paper. Visit their website to find out more about this sturdy, and versatile sanded paper.

Unfortunately, the promotion for the free sample pack of UART samples is not available right now. 😒

You can still get 20% Off your order!

For 20% off, select your UART products at https://www.dakotapastels.com/ by using the promo code UART20 at checkout! (Hurry, offer expires soon).

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295 - Forming Your Own Opinion

Show Notes:

295 - Forming Your Own Opinion

This week John and Barb are discussing how to think critically about issues of lightfastness and Archival qualities of surfaces. It may seem certain products are not designed well, but sometimes our tendency to blame the product or company could be misplaced.

References or links mentioned

Visit our sponsor UART premium sanded paper. Visit their website to find out more about this sturdy, and versatile sanded paper.

Unfortunately, the promotion for the free sample pack of UART samples is not available right now. 😒

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294 - Interview with Bonnie Sheckter

Show Notes:

294 - Interview with Bonnie Sheckter

This week John is speaking with artist Bonnie Sheckter. Bonnie has been focusing on portraiture on drafting film for the last several years after retiring from a career as a lithographer. She’s overcome some physical struggles with eyesight and says that it has allowed her artwork to actually progress.

Links to Bonnie’s Website and tools recommended:

http://bonniesheckter.com

Post-it Labeling & Cover-Up Tape

Extra Thin Fiberglass Scratch Brush

Cheesecloth

References or links mentioned

Visit our sponsor UART Premium Sanded Paper to find out more about this sturdy, and versatile sanded paper.

Unfortunately, the promotion for the free sample pack of UART samples is not available right now. 😒

You can still get 20% Off your order!

For 20% off, select your UART products at https://www.dakotapastels.com/ by using the promo code UART20 at checkout! (Hurry, offer expires soon).

Other Resources for Artists

Ready for personal, tailored art mentoring? Check out the new Art Mentoring program and how you can get started for free!

For the full video versions of the interview podcasts, join the Member’s Circle.

>>>Join the Monthly Sharpener: a NEW online community for artists!<<<

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293 - Conversation with Carol Topp, CPA

Show Notes:

293 - Conversation with Carol Topp, CPA

This week John is talking with accountant, author, and advisor Carol Topp, CPA.  Carol has worked with creative business owners and writers for years and has experience in the field of business and in taxes.

When can you call yourself a business?

When should you begin tracking your income and expenses?

Tune in to hear answers to those questions and more!

Links to Carol’s Websites:

https://caroltoppcpa.com

https://homeschoolcpa.com/

References or links mentioned

Visit our sponsor UART Premium Sanded Paper to find out more about this sturdy, and versatile sanded paper.

Unfortunately, the promotion for the free sample pack of UART samples is not available right now. 😒

You can still get 20% Off your order!

For 20% off, select your UART products at https://www.dakotapastels.com/ by using the promo code UART20 at checkout! (Hurry, offer expires soon).

Other Resources for Artists

Ready for personal, tailored art mentoring? Check out the new Art Mentoring program and how you can get started for free!

For the full video versions of the interview podcasts, join the Member’s Circle.

>>>Join the Monthly Sharpener: a NEW online community for artists!<<<

Stay sharp!

292 - Interview With Judith Heilbronn Crown

Show Notes:

292 - Interview With Judith Heilbronn Crown

This week John is talking to color pencil artist Judith Heilbronn Crown about her works on the dark UART sanded paper. 

Judith also performs her own lightfast testing on pencils using the blue wool strips.  She has tested the UART dark pastel paper against constant sun exposure. Listen in to the conversation as she talks about her findings!

Links to Judith's work and writings:

https://www.facebook.com/Judith-Heilbronn-Crown-artist-659166094200467

https://www.facebook.com/JudithCLightfast

Jacksons Art Interview with Judith

Judith is also involved with the UK Coloured Pencil Society. Visit their website: https://www.ukcps.org.uk/

References or links mentioned

Visit our sponsor UART Premium Sanded Paper to find out more about this sturdy, and versatile sanded paper.

Get 20% off your order of UART products at https://www.dakotapastels.com/ by using the promo code UART20 at checkout! (Hurry, offer expires soon).

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