The Most Important Step In Your Process

Show Notes:

Season 2

342 - The Most Important Step In Your Process

This week Barb and John are talking about the most important part of the entire rendering process- The LINE DRAWING! Get that wrong, and no amount of rendering and shading will improve the artwork.

John and Barb will be teaching a live training on this very topic- The Line Drawing! They’ll show and discuss their secrets to get the absolute best line drawing to set you up for success!

Light Pad referenced in the show:

LitEnergy Portable A4 Tracing LED Copy Board Light Box

Go here to sign up now!

This is a live 2-hour training session with Q and A and live interaction!

For the full-length video version of the show, go to Members Circle.

Links and references in the show:

Live Training - Secrets for the Best Line Drawing

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Finding the Right Reference Photo

Show Notes:

Season 2

341 - Finding the Right Reference Photo

This week Barb and John are discussing the many ways you can use references and how to find the right one for the projects and type of art you wish to create.

There’s also a companion workshop taught by Barb and John on how to use and edit reference photos. They even share a video of a live photo shooting session with a model.

Check out the workshop by clicking here! This workshop was taught live in a 3 hour session with live student Q and A participation!

For the full-length video version of the show, go to Members Circle.

Links and references in the show:

Blog Article: 5 Things to Know About Reference Photos

Video: HOW to Make ROYALTY FREE PHOTOS UNIQUELY YOURS

pexels.com

unsplash.com

wildlifereferencephotos.com

500px.com

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Interview with Erwin Lewandowski

Show Notes:

Season 2

340 - Interview with Erwin Lewandowski

This week John interviews artist, Erwin Lewandowski. Erwin creates large-scale waterscapes in colored pencil and has been recognized internationally for his unique work.

He is a two-time recipient of Best in Drawing from the International Guild of Realism, has achieved Signature Status [CPSA and CPX] with the Colored Pencil Society of America, Masters Status [MPSA] with the Pencil Art Society of Canada, and Masters Status with the Coloured Pencil Community in Australasia in Sydney, Australia.

His artwork and articles have been featured in Artist Magazine, Drawing Magazine, Colored Pencil Magazine, American Art Collector, CP Magazine, UK Coloured Pencil News, Colored Pencil Society of America To The Point Magazine, Pencil Art Society News, Australian Coloured Pencil Society News, Public and Commercial Television, and in dozens of market publications.

Listen in as Erv discusses very openly how to be successful in the art world. If your goal is to sell your work and make a living from your craft then you’re in for a real treat.

Erv and John talk in greater length inside the video version of the show inside Members Circle.

Erwin’s Website: erwinplewandowski.com

Erwin’s Facebook page: facebook.com/melewandowski

Materials that Erv uses and recommends

Pencils and pens: Prismacolor Premier, Caran d'Ache Luminance, and Derwent Lightfast.

Fantasia graphite pencils, and Staedtler pigment ink liners

Paper: Strathmore 400 Series Bristol paper

Erasers: Milan 4020 and Tombow MONO

Links and references in the show:

Tanja Gant (Interview with Tanja)

Elizabeth Patterson

Jesse Lane (Interview with Jesse)

CPSA.org

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Cyber Security For Artists

Show Notes:

Season 2

339 - Cyber Security For Artists

This week John and Barb are discussing a general overview on how to approach your cyber security as an artist today. There are some very practical things you can do to ensure you’re being “smart” online. Listen in as they discuss ways some simple ways to protect yourself from unwanted attacks online.

Links from products mentioned in the show:

https://www.lastpass.com/

https://1password.com/

As always, you can reach out to the show if you’d like to offer any suggestions: podcast@sharpenedartist.com

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How To Pick Your Pencils

Show Notes:

Season 2

338 - How To Pick Your Pencils

This week Barb and John are discussing considerations when picking your pencils. So whether you consider yourself a beginner or an advanced artist we’ve got you covered in this episode. Be sure and listen to the Art Fact Minute where we discuss the “debate” of oil and wax pencils.

As always, you can reach out to the show if you’d like to offer any suggestions: podcast@sharpenedartist.com

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Interview with Veronica Winters

Show Notes:

Season 2

337 - Interview with Veronica Winters

This week John interviews author and artist, Veronica Winters. Veronica is primarily a portrait artist working in both colored pencil and oils.

Listen in as Veronica discusses some big plans she has for the future and how her schooling in New York helped her art skills.

Veronica’s Website: veronicasart.com

Veronica’s Instagram: @veronicawintersart

Veronica’s YouTube channel and podcast recordings: https://www.youtube.com/user/veronicasart

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All Things Strathmore Paper

Show Notes:

Season 2

336 - All Things Strathmore Paper

This week John and Barb are inviting back artist Sara Prentice to talk about Strathmore Paper.

Sara discusses some of the company history, differences in paper types, and how Strathmore was the first to bring the toned paper to market.

You’re bound to learn something new about paper and this company as you listen to the conversation today!

Strathmore Website: strathmoreartist.com

Strathmore on Instagram: @strathmoreart

Sara’s Instagram: @saraprenticeart

Questions for Strathmore, go to: https://www.strathmoreartist.com/contact.html

Links and references from the show:

If you ready to learn more about Strathmore, then sign up for their quarterly newletter:

https://www.strathmoreartist.com/artist-newsletter.html

Sara Prentice Podcast Interview

Sarah Becktel Podcast Interview

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Interview with Sara Prentice

Show Notes:

Season 2

335 - Interview with Sara Prentice

This week John and Barb are speaking with artist Sara Prentice.

Sara, an artist and marketing manager at the Strathmore Paper Company, is a Wisconsin native.

With a young child underfoot, Sara discusses her strategies for balancing art, a career, and family life.

She also offers advice for the complete beginner and how to get started acquiring the supplies you need without breaking the bank.

Listen in as she discusses some of her various roles at Strathmore. She shares how you can determine which paper might be best for your art, depending on the medium and your unique approach.

She discusses some of her favorite pencils and materials, and why she typically opts to work on a small scale. She expounds on why choosing not to work large can be more approachable, and how incorporating other mediums into your work can keep your work alive and fresh!

Sara’s Instagram: @saraprenticeart

Strathmore Instgram: @strathmoreart

Strathmore Website: strathmoreartist.com

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Why Your Paper Matters

Show Notes:

Season 2

334 - Why Your Paper Matters

There are so many different types of papers and surfaces that you can use for your artwork. Your choice of paper depends on so many different factors, like level of experience, preference in tactile surface feeling, and your unique mark-making.

In this episode, Barb and John discuss some of these key differences to be aware of when selecting papers. They also talk about which surfaces they each prefer to use now.

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New Mini-Workshop for Artists

Barb and I are teaching a live zoom workshop for anyone who wants to gain more confidence in your photo post-production process.

There are no prerequisites to attending this class. Show up early and ready to take notes and ask questions!

It’s filling up fast and we’re only accepting 40 attendees.

Go here to enroll: Photo Editing Mini-Workshop

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Interview with Sarah Becktel

Show Notes:

Season 2

333 - Interview with Sarah Becktel

To kick off the new season of the podcast John is speaking with artist Sarah Becktel.

Sarah speaks about diversifying your income as an artist. She talks about how to get started in the medium of colored pencil other advice for artists.

As an artist, Sarah discusses diversifying your revenue streams. She explains how to get started with colored pencils and how to prioritize what's most essential. She also gives advice on what to do if you're "stuck" and need some inspiration.

Sarah shares her favorite pencils, papers, and ways she mixes the medium with acrylic.

She mentions how she was affected by viewing some taxidermy as part of her artist residency from years ago.

Sarah’s websites:

Instagram: @sarahbecktel

Website: sarahbecktel.com

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Season 2 Trailer

Show Notes:

Season 2 of the podcast is coming up soon!

John and Barb are gearing up for a new season of the podcast. Listen to the trailer to find out what’s in store for this year in season 2.

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10 Artist Heath and Wellness Tips

Show Notes:

10 Artist Heath and Wellness Tips

332 - 10 Artist Heath and Wellness Tips

John and Barb share 10 important tips for artists’ health and wellness. Barb has also written a blog related to today’s topic. Go here to read the blog post.

The podcast will also be on a short hiatus until 2022! Get ready for season 2 in the new year. 🤩

Reach out to the show if you’d like to offer any suggestions: podcast@sharpenedartist.com

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Interview with Cbabi Bayoc

Show Notes:

Interview with Cbabi Bayoc

331 - Interview with Cbabi Bayoc

Today John is speaking with caricaturist and muralist Cbabi Bayoc. He gave a Ted Talk a few years ago and discussed a project that changed his life!

Listen in as Cbabi talks about some of the lessons learned from this project and the unexpected rewards that followed.

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Cbabi Bayoc’s LINKS:

Cbabi’s website: https://cbabibayoc.com

Instagram: @cbabi

Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=elvQl9c3FI8

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Interview with Mindy Lighthipe

Show Notes:

Interview with Mindy Lighthipe

330 - Interview with Mindy Lighthipe

Today John is speaking with artist Mindy Lighthipe. She’s a natural science illustrator and art instructor.

Mindy graduated from Kean University with a BFA in Studio Arts and a MA in Art Education- Magna cum laude. She received her 210-hour certification from the New York Botanical Gardens in Botanical Illustration.

After graduating she went on to teach over 20 different classes in their Botanical Art Program and developed a 250-hour certificate in Natural Science Illustration.

Mindy has been exhibiting her art since 1998 in juried and solo exhibitions. In 2009 she received a Silver Medal from the Royal Horticultural Society in London.

In 2010 she had a solo exhibition at the Florida Museum of Natural History. She currently is teaching Scientific Illustration at the University of Florida.

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Mindy Lighthipe’s LINKS:

Mindy’s website: https://www.mindylighthipe.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Mlighthipe

Instagram: @mlighthipe

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mindy.lighthipe

Artists Signature Chart (16-Page PDF E-book) - John’s List of 65 curated colors:

https://payhip.com/b/eP4cI/af60da3dce31c55

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Artist Gift Guide

Show Notes:

Artist Gift Guide

329 - Artist Gift Guide

Today John and Barb and recommending 10 different items for your gift list! Check out the links below for everything talked about in the show.

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LINKS for Products REFERENCED IN THE SHOW:

Ampersand Hardbord Panels: https://ampersandart.com/panels/hardbord

Canvas Lamp: https://www.shopcanvas.co

Sofft Tools: https://panpastel.com/sofft-tools

Caran d'Ache Pablo Colored Pencils: https://www.dickblick.com/products/caran-dache-pablo-colored-pencils/

Giottos AA1903 Rocket Air Blaster: https://amzn.to/3cjrA6M

Afmat Long Point Sharpener: https://amzn.to/3FlPvyX

Matte Steel Sheet, Sandpaper Sharpener: https://amzn.to/3CiFv7K

Strathmore Mixed Media Vision Sketchbook: https://www.strathmoreartist.com/mixed-media/vision-mixed-media.html

The Artist's Complete Guide to Drawing the Head: https://amzn.to/3FmNSRV

Barb’s Color Charts: https://barbsotiart.com/printable-colour-charts/

Get Barb’s Checklist: https://barbsotiart.com/2021/11/14/my-favorite-things-artist-gift-guide-2021/

Past interviews and episodes mentioned:

Ester Roi

Ester’s Blog: https://www.esterroi.com/blog/category/step-by-steps

John’s portrait book review: https://sharpenedartist.com/podcast/bookreviewdrawingthehead

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Prepping Your Photo

Show Notes:

Prepping Your Photo

328 - Prepping Your Photo

One consistent barrier for the new artist is how to prepare their photo reference for the next drawing project.

John discusses the exact steps he takes to begin editing and preparing your reference for your next project.

You don’t need to go out and purchase Photoshop in order to follow this advice!

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The best part is that 25% of the Art Bundle profits are going to support Courageous Kitchen, a Bangkok-based charity helping refugees. Get over 100 top art learning resources from more than 85 artists AND do some good at the same time. We’ve raised US$81,654 for charity so far.

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Interview with Kendra Ferreira

Show Notes:

Interview with Kendra Ferreira

327 - Interview with Kendra Ferreira

This week’s featured artist interview is with colored pencil artist, instructor, and author Kendra Ferreira.

Listen to how Kendra was first introduced to the medium and how she quickly started gaining recognition for her work.

She talks about her morning routine, offers advice to artists on how to get started, and discusses how she took advantage of the 2020 “lockdown” situation!

Kendra enjoys working on UART sanded paper as well as a variety of other surfaces. Be sure and listen to this week’s interview!

Check out Kendra’s website: https://www.kjfdesign.com

Kendra’s Instagram: @kjfdesign

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Links and resources mentioned in the show:

https://sharpenedartist.com/podcast/288

Artists Signature Chart (16-Page PDF E-book) - John’s List of 65 curated colors:

https://payhip.com/b/eP4cI/af60da3dce31c55

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Also check out the Phase 2 Series of charts by going to:

https://payhip.com/BarbSotiArt?af=af60da3dce31c55

The special listener coupon code is “sharpart20” to get 20% off a single chart.

Phase 2 brands include:

Pablo, Holbein, Derwent Drawing, Procolour, and Verithin.

Listen to episode 314 where Barb and John talk about the new color charts.

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Keys To Success That Don’t Involve Talent

Show Notes:

Keys To Success That Don’t Involve Talent

326 - Keys To Success That Don’t Involve Talent

Listen to this week’s show as John and Barb discuss 3 items you can begin incorporating now in your daily life that will lead to improvement in art.

In partnership, Barb and John created the first, in the Artist Signature Chart Series, a curated list of John’s Portrait colors in this exclusive chart!

Artists Signature Chart (16-Page PDF E-book) - John’s List of 65 curated colors:

https://payhip.com/b/eP4cI/af60da3dce31c55

Be sure and use “sharpart” at checkout for 40% OFF (limited time only).

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Also check out the Phase 2 Series of charts by going to:

https://payhip.com/BarbSotiArt?af=af60da3dce31c55

The special listener coupon code is “sharpart20” to get 20% off a single chart.

Phase 2 brands include:

Pablo, Holbein, Derwent Drawing, Procolour, and Verithin.

Listen to episode 314 where Barb and John talk about the new color charts.

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Other Resources for Artists

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New Tool For Colored Pencil Artists

Show Notes:

New Tool For Colored Pencil Artists

325 - New Tool For Colored Pencil Artists

This week John and Barb are discussing a brand new tool for artists! This brand new product was created and designed by Barb Sotiropoulos.

In partnership, Barb and John created the first, in the Artist Signature Chart Series, a curated list of John’s Portrait colors in this exclusive chart!

Artists Signature Chart (16-Page PDF E-book) - John’s List of 65 curated colors:

https://payhip.com/b/eP4cI/af60da3dce31c55

Be sure and use “sharpart” at checkout for 40% OFF (limited time only).

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Also check out the Phase 2 Series of charts by going to:

https://payhip.com/BarbSotiArt?af=af60da3dce31c55

The special listener coupon code is “sharpart20” to get 20% off a single chart.

Phase 2 brands include:

Pablo, Holbein, Derwent Drawing, Procolour, and Verithin.

Listen to episode 314 where Barb and John talk about the new color charts.

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Other Resources for Artists

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Interview with Armin Mersmann

Show Notes:

Interview with Armin Mersmann

324 - Interview with Armin Mersmann

This week John is talking to artist Armin Mersmann.

As a youth, Armin was greatly influenced and tutored by his father, Fritz, a successful oil painter.

“I never made the conscious choice to be an artist, it’s just what I did.” —Armin.

He’s worked as a commission portrait artist, a curator, a framer, and several other roles in and around artistic fields.

He teaches drawing, he teaches iPhoneography, and publishes a podcast that he co-hosts with his wife, Valarie, called Art Ladders.

Check out Armin’s site: http://www.arminmersmann.com

Valarie’s site: http://valerieallenart.com

Armin’s Social Media sites:

Great Lakes iPhoneography Group

Instagram: @arminmersmann

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Links Referenced in the show:

Art Boards: art-boards.com

Past interviews mentioned:

Cecile Beard

Ester Roi

Artists Mentioned:

Erwin Lewndowski

Chuck Close

Denis Perterson

Have you purchased the new Printable Color Chart yet?

The special listener coupon code is:   sharpart20   

to get 20% off a single chart.

The charts are available at: https://payhip.com/BarbSotiArt?af=af60da3dce31c55

Listen to episode 314 where Barb and John talk about the new color charts.

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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 rough-cut, early-release, and ad-free video versions of the podcast, join the Member’s Circle.

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

Stay sharp!