The Alchemy of Art Podcast

52 Interview with Writer and Coach Omkari Williams

alchemy — Mon, 08 Jan 2018 14:18:31 -0600

Today’s podcast features an interview with Omkari Williams. Omkari is a writer and coach who believes in the power of our personal stories to transform our lives She believes that sharing our stories heals us personally and the world. Omkari has written a book called “The Playbook: Creating the Life you Want” that uses the techniques and questions she uses with her coaching clients to help them match their lives with their dreams. In the interview we chat about how to share personal stories to promote change as well as the #MeToo movement. Find out more at: www.omkariwilliams.com

On the Alchemy of Art podcast we interview artist from a wide variety of mediums about their creative process and art philosophy. Each episode includes folktales and true stories about artists to inspire you and keep you going. Hosted by Addie Hirschten, a contemporary impressionist painter, art teacher, author and public speaker. Find out more at www.azhirfineart.com Take Hirschten's new online class "How to Start Selling Your Art" on www.alchemyofpainting.com

51 Sharing your Art with the World and Art Scams

alchemy — Tue, 05 Dec 2017 12:17:33 -0600

Today’s episode features a discussion on ways to share your art with the world and art scams. Hirschten discusses the controversial topic of art competitions and alternatives. To sign up for the free online class “7 Secrets to Success for Artists” and the upcoming class “Start Selling your Art” go to https://alchemyofpainting.com/courses

On the Alchemy of Art podcast we interview artists from a wide variety of mediums about their creative process and art philosophy. Each episode includes true stories about artists to inspire you and keep you going. Hosted by Addie Hirschten, a contemporary impressionist painter, art teacher, author and public speaker. Find out more at www.azhirfineart.com

50 Interview with Photographer Emily Schwank

alchemy — Wed, 01 Nov 2017 14:20:25 -0600

Today’s episode features an interview with the artist, Emily Schwank. Schwank is a professional photographer who specializes in portraits of people. Her warm and natural style shows the authentice personality of her subjects. Find out more about her work at: https://raincliffsphotography.com/

49 Interview with Expressive Artist and Counselor Shelley Klammer

alchemy — Mon, 02 Oct 2017 07:44:55 -0600

Today’s episode features an interview with the Expressive Artist and Counselor Shelley Klammer and the true story of Rorschach and the Inkblot Tests. Shelley is a Registered Expressive Arts Educator/Consultant with the International Expressive Arts Therapy Association. She is also a Registered Counselor and Counseling Supervisor with the Association of Cooperative Counselors of Canada. Shelley has written 16 expressive arts e-courses and e-books available on her website www.expressiveartworkshops.com

On the Alchemy of Art podcast we interview artists from a wide variety of mediums about their creative process and art philosophy. Each episode includes folktales and true stories about artists to inspire you and keep you going. Hosted by Addie Hirschten, a contemporary impressionist painter, art teacher, author and public speaker. Find out more at www.azhirfineart.com [...]

48 Interview with Painter and Digital Artist Dan Cooper

alchemy — Mon, 11 Sep 2017 10:47:51 -0600

Today’s episode features an interview with painter and digital artist Dan Cooper. Dan attended Indiana University at Bloomington on an Evans Scholarship, is very involved in the Indianapolis art community, and currently teaches with the Indianapolis Art Center. Find out more about Dan’s work at www.cooperfineart.com

47 Interview with Mixed Media Artist Tamara Laporte

alchemy — Tue, 01 Aug 2017 11:42:04 -0600

Today’s episode features an interview with mixed media artist Tamara Laporte and the story of Frida Kahlo.

Laporte believes that the act of creating art can be a gateway into healing and personal growth – often, her art classes contain an element of self development as well as learning art techniques. She is deeply devoted to helping people get in touch with their creative fire. Find out more about “Life Book” and her other amazing online classes at www.willowing.com.

46 Your Painting Journey, Finding Your Voice

alchemy — Tue, 20 Jun 2017 13:49:41 -0600

Where are you on your artistic path and where are you going? In this episode your host, Addie Hirschten, discusses how the reasons why we create can change over time. She shares how her work has changed over the years and offers questions to help you articulate your own direction. Using the story behind the hymn, Amazing Grace, as an example Hirschten urges artists to be flexible and ready to take new direction.

On the Alchemy of Art Podcast we interview artists from a wide variety of mediums about their creative process and art philosophy. Each episdoe includes folktales and true stories about artists to inspire you and keep you going. Hosted by Addie Hirschten, a contemporary impressionist painter, art teacher, author and public speaker. Find out more at www.azhirfineart.com

45 Interview with Abstract Painter Lynette Melnyk

alchemy — Thu, 01 Jun 2017 06:42:42 -0600

Today's episode features an interview with abstract painter Lynette Melnyk and the story of the Three Stone Cutters. As an artist, Lynette’s abstract expressionist style is created from her interpretation of nature, dance and especially, music. The layers upon layers create a depth to the story. Her art is a powerful communicator and is intended to encourage emotions and conversations. Her goal is to engage and inspire viewers through the captivating flow of energetic movements, masterful colour palettes and unexpected whimsy.

As a creative director, Lynette has been involved in artistic endeavours throughout her life, with formal education and experience in interior design, visual communication design, photography, painting and marketing. She owned and operated a successful design, marketing and corporate communications business for many years and continues to evolve the creative communication process through her art. Her extensive expertise in running a business allows her to coach emerging artists through the maze of starting a business. Find out more at: lynettemelnyk.com

44 Interview with Book Artist and Creative Business Coach Kiala Givehand

alchemy — Mon, 15 May 2017 08:02:59 -0600

Today's episode features an interview with the Book Artist and Creative Business Coach, Kiala Givehand, and the Chinese folktale, The Story of Tanabata.

Kiala Givehand is a creativity and empowerment coach, poet/writer/editor, mixed media book artist, and workshop leader. Givehand received an MFA in Creative Writing and Poetry from Mills College. For more than 15 years she taught English and Language Arts at every level including college level Creative Writing, Humanites, and English Composition. She now works with small groups of students, teachers, artists, writers, and creative entrepreneurs who want to identify their passions so they can embrace their gifts and talents through the empowered expression of their deepest desires. She loves teaching and empowering others to live with intention. Find out more at: www.kialagivehand.com

On the Alchemy of Art Podcast we interview artists from a wide variety of mediums about their creative process and art philosophy. Each episode includes folktales and true stories about artists to inspire you and keep you going. Hosted by Addie Hirschten, a contemporary impressionist painter, art teacher, author and public speaker. Find out more at www.azhirfineart.com.

43 Interview with Creativity Doula Alexis Cohen

alchemy — Wed, 03 May 2017 07:20:12 -0600

Today's episode features an interview with Creativity Doula, Alexis Cohen. Cohen is a certified hypnotherapist, birth doula, creativity coach and visual artist. Find out more about her creativity coaching at www.alexiscohen.org or on her art website www.alexisjae.org.

The story of the day is how the song "We Shall Overcome" was changed to become one of the most powerful unifiers of the civil rights movement of the 1960s.

Hirschten announces on today's show that her book "The Alchemy of Painting: Developing Your Style and Purpose" is available for pre-orders! Get your copy today at: http://www.azhirfineart.com/alchemy-of-art-book/

On the Alchemy of Art podcast we interview artists from a wide variety of mediums about their creative process and art philosophy. Each episode includes folktales and true stories about artists to inspire you and keep you going. Hosted by Addie Hirschte, a contemporary impressionist painter, art teacher, author and public speaker. Find out more at www.azhirfineart.com

42 Interview with Painter Megan Jefferson

alchemy — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 13:59:27 -0600

Today’s episode features a thoughtful interview with painter, Megan Jefferson, and a true personal story, “Bloom Where You are Planted.” We talk about finding flow and intuitive painting. Find out more about Megan Jefferson’s work at: www.jeffersonartstudio.com.

41 Interview with the Creators of Caravan Classes

alchemy — Tue, 04 Apr 2017 13:10:14 -0600

Erin Goodman is an art teacher at Zionsville Middle School and Deanna Leonard is a metal designer, jewelry maker and art instructor. Together they formed the business "Caravan Classes." On today's episode they join us for share their personal art stories as well as how they formed the company "Caravan Classes." Find out more on their website: https://squareup.com/store/caravan-classes

Today's episode also features the story behind our current American flag's design featured in the book, "The Alchemy of Art: Stories for the Classroom." On the Alchemy of Art Podcast we interview artists from a wide variety of mediums about their creative process and art philosophy. Each episode includes folktales and true stories about artists to inspire you and keep you going. Hosted by Addie Hirschten, a contemporary impressionist painter, art teacher, author and public speaker. Find out more at www.azhirfineart.com.

40 Interview with Songwriter Bobbie Lancaster

alchemy — Fri, 24 Mar 2017 07:56:52 -0600

On today's episode singer/songwriter Bobbie Lancaster shares her journey of becoming a musician. Along with teaching songwriting through the "Arts for Learning" organization and conducting music at her church Bobbie has has now produced 9 albums in a wide variety of musical genres including blues, bluegrass, folk, children's music,and gospel. Listen to her recordings on CD Baby or follow her on Facebook under Bobbie Lancaster Songwriter.

The story of the day is a true story of "The Kite" featured in the book "The Alchemy of Art: Stories for the Classroom." In addition Hirschten shares how that story became the seed for her new illustrated children's book, "The Happy Kite."

39 Interview with Felt Artist Paula Scott-Frantz

alchemy — Mon, 06 Mar 2017 15:44:31 -0600

On today’s episode fiber artist, Paula Scott-Frantz, shares her love of felt as well as her extraordinary personal art stories. She has been working with the Indianapolis Museum of Art for over twenty years and offers a refreshing perspective on the purpose of art. The art history story of the day is about the origin of art therapy movement.

38 How to Be a Professional Artist

alchemy — Wed, 25 Jan 2017 12:48:09 -0600

Are you ready to take the next step and become a professional artist? In this episode Hirschten answers this question covering the wide variety of ways artist make money today and what it takes to bring in business. The story of the day is the ancient fable by Aesop, “The Silkworm Weaver.”

37 Interview with Artist and Curator Kyle Herrington

alchemy — Wed, 30 Nov 2016 13:07:35 -0600

Today’s episode features an interview with artist and curator, Kyle Herrington. The chat covers his thoughts on modern artwork, using humor and censorship. Find out more about Kyle’s work at: www.kyleaherrington.com.

In addition Hirschten shares two true stories from art history: the story of the painting the Mona Lisa and what happened to the works of the Louvre museum during World War II.

36 How to Make a Difference

alchemy — Fri, 18 Nov 2016 11:37:39 -0600

In the wake of social unrest following the 2016 election Hirschten shares uplifting stories of many different inspiring artists including Jacques Louis David, Picasso, Romare Bearden, Thornton Dial, Charles Dickens, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Ella Jenkins, Pete Seeger and Sadoko Susaki and the 1,000 Paper Cranes. Each of these artists used their artwork to share stories of injustice and push for social change. Only by sharing what is happening can artists open people’s eyes to what is going on around them.

35 Should You Become a Professional Artist?

alchemy — Tue, 08 Nov 2016 13:16:13 -0600

Have you fantasized about becoming a professional artist? In this episode Hirschten creates a pro/con list that breaks down the good, the bad and the ugly sides of becoming a professional artist. The story of the day explains the creation of Kolam designs.

34 Clearing the Art Clutter

alchemy — Thu, 20 Oct 2016 08:30:57 -0600

Do you have a pile of old paintings you are not proud of? On today’s episode Hirschten answers the question, “How do you clear the art clutter?” First she lists ways to identify which pieces are ones you are not proud of then gives a variety of options for purging the “practice pieces.” The story of the day is a strange personal tale about a portrait that was hidden for 20 years.

33 Interview with Mixed Media Artist Tori Weyers

alchemy — Thu, 15 Sep 2016 08:59:12 -0600

Today's podcast features an interview with mixed media artist Tori Weyers and the true story of Mucha and Bernhardt.

Tori Weyers is a fine artist and designer specializing in mixed media, screen printing, and abstract painting. Weyers received her BFA from the Art Academy of Cincinnati and has a passion for creating work that engages and delights the viewer with rich visual narratives, strong composition and unique subject matter. Weyers has been a featured artist in Art Journaling Magazine and she teaches mixed media, painting and printmaking at the Indianapolis Art Center as well many different in person and online workshops and classes. Weyers creates and shows work from her downtown Indianapolis studio in The Circle City Industrial Artists Complex as well as her home studio in Broad Ripple. In addition she is currently doing a 366 day drawing challenge and you can follow her progress on Instagram. Find out more at: www.DrawRiot.com