Artists of New England

Episode 98-Robin Thornhill

07 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Whether working in oil, pastel, or encaustic, Robin Thornhill’s atmospheric paintings evoke a sense of stability and peace. Strongly influenced by ...

Episode 97-Todd M Casey

24 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Todd M Casey shares his unrelenting passion for art. His circuitous journey led him to the creative process that gives his artistic soul expression! C...

Episode 96-Carl Austin Hyatt

11 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 96-Carl Austin Hyatt by Artists of New England

Episode 95-The Slow Roll out from a Pandemic

26 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 95- Margaret and Laura discuss the importance of taking time to reflect on all that was positive in dealing with a pandemic, and keep the b...

Episode 94-Frank Bruckmann

12 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Remembering his 80’s decade in Europe fondly, Frank and his wife were able to realize the goal of giving their teens the chance to adapt to the Euro...

Episode 93-Porfolio Reviews, How and Why

29 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Margaret Sheldon shares with Laura not only why, but the process and preparation of a portfolio review.

Episode 92-Barney Levitt

15 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

"I've been creating 'pictures' ever since I was old enough to grip a crayon and scribble on my parents' living room walls. I was given my first oil s...

Episode 91-Budgeting Time, Training and Resources

01 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In Episode 91 Margaret Sheldon and I discuss managing the multiple venues artists use for growth and inspiration! We also tackle personality types, go...

Episode 90-Robyn Thompson Duong

15 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Robyn E. Thompson-Duong is a contemporary realist painter and teacher who lives and works in Boston, MA, working mostly in acrylics. Robyn is a love...

Episode 89-Challenges and Triumphs of Daily Painting

01 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Margaret Sheldon completed four "thirty days of painting" challenges and I'm completing my first! We talk about the myriad ways it helps artists of al...

Episode 88-Paul Schulenburg oil painter, Cape Cod, MA

18 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After receiving a gold medal from the National Scholastic Art Awards in 1975, Paul attended Boston University School of Fine Arts. Contrary to the tre...

Onward 2021!

04 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Onward 2021! by Artists of New England

Episode 87 - Sachiko Akiyama

14 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

"Sachiko Akiyama is indeed a storyteller, and her sculptures cast a spell over us. A spell that like a net brings us into her magic tent. We are easil...

Episode 86-Craig Hood

30 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Craig Hood lives and works in Eliot, ME (formerly based in Portsmouth, NH). He is a Professor Emeritus of Studio Art at the University of New Hampshir...

Episode 85 - Eric Rhoads

16 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Eric Rhoads is an artist, an author, a marketing expert, and a career entrepreneur, with several decades of launching and building businesses and more...

Episode 84 - Margaret Sheldon

02 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When I'm not in the studio, I do my best to attend to my website and to post to my blog. I'm fortunate in that I co-host Artists Helping Artists with...

Episode 83 - Tony D'Amico

19 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 83 - Tony D'Amico by Artists of New England

Episode 82-Ann Trainor Domingue

05 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

“I love the same things you do about New England. I just reflect on them in a different light.” As a lifelong resident of New England I understan...

Episode 81-Amy Brnger

21 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I have painted still life, flowers, and landscape for as long as I have been an artist. The three genres have always interested me, mainly because I ...

Episode 80-Daniel Faiella

07 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Daniel Faiella is a New England based painter whose work explores the light, landscape, and people of his native region. His work can be found in p...

Episode 79-Arnie Casavant

24 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I work both in studio and outdoors. I adhere to the old adage "light is the bringer of beauty" and my work has a strong emphasis on light. "Chasing th...

Episode 78-Anna V. Birch

10 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Anna Birch is an artist and writer living in Hollis NH. In addition to creating her own work, she has been teaching youth and adults in classes, camps...

Episode 77-Darelene Furbush Ouellett

27 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I am constantly lured by the interactive and dramatic beauty between the land, sea and sky in all of its atmospheric conditions. I am out to capture t...

Episode 76-Margaret Gerding

13 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

ARTIST STATEMENT As an artist, my job is to observe as much as to create. With every second that passes, light changes, colors adjust, and the slighte...

Episode 75- Jerry Monkman

29 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I am a conservation photographer, filmmaker, and writer, and while I have written ten books and directed a feature-length documentary film, you will u...

Episode 74-Tom Hughes

15 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Once referred to as "a genius" by the late, renowned artist and author, Charles Movalli, Tom has had solo exhibits in galleries in the New England Sta...

Episode 73-Judith McKenna

01 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Judith McKenna paints seascapes, landscapes, and wildlife in pastels, oils and watercolors. She majored in fine arts at the University of Miami and re...

Episode 72-Wen Redmond

18 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Making my art allows me to tap into levels of myself, becoming more aware, more conscious, & more grateful. I’ve loved photography my entire life. T...

Episode 71-David Lussier

04 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

David Lussier is an award winning contemporary impressionist and nationally recognized plein air painter and workshop instructor. He is a painter in t...

Episode 70-Mary Byrom

20 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In 2004 after years of painting in the studio I went outdoors to paint the landscape. This simple act of going outdoors to paint for the next fourteen...

Episode 69 - Sam Vokey-oil painter from Hampton, NH

05 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Sam Vokey shares his journey from his "Boston School" training to present techniques as well as some lively plein air adventures! As someone who has b...

Episode 68-Peter Card

24 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Peter Card Born in New Hampshire, Peter grew up with a love of nature, the beauty of the New England landscape and the wonders of science. He receive...

Episode 67-Melanie Levitt

10 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Is a graduate of Rhode Island School of Design with a BFA in Graphic Design. Melanie has been a graphic designer for the last 20 years and worked on t...

Episode 65-Ken Kartes, photographer

13 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Ken's photography captures that ethereal essence of time standing still. Anyone lucky enough to meet him will forever be changed by his grateful, posi...

Episode 66-Lydia Meade

06 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Lydia's work is inspired by abstract shapes, and the influence of atmosphere and light on color. Her paintings are created "en plein air" and from m...

Episode 64-Mary Liz Lancaster

16 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Mary Liz Lancaster is a New England photographer with interests in Travel, events, nature and portraiture. Her subjects often focus on the beauty of t...

Episode 63-Daniel Corey, oil painter from Standish, ME

02 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Daniel Corey shares the bumps and glories along his way to full time artist. As a young man finding his way to his true life's calling, it will be exc...

Episode 62-Tori Rasche, oil painter from Southern Maine

18 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Tori Rasche is originally from La Jolla, California and has lived and worked in York, Maine since 1996. Working in oil, she uses composition, light, a...

Episode 61-Jeff Fioravanti

04 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"Many artists, and those in the art field, feel compelled to label each artist and their style of work. Realist, tonalist, colorist, these are some of...

Episode 60-Scott W. Prior

21 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Scott W Prior has become a regular to Ogunquit Summer School of art. His honesty and candidness leave you thankful that someone cares enough to say it...

Episode 59-Laura Tryon Jennings

06 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This was a lovely interview with this beautiful soul, Laura Tryon Jennings. Her vibrant contemporary realism depicts the calm in the midst of our chao...

Episode 58-Kent Maxwell

23 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Kent Maxwell is a young energetic artist living in Portsmouth, NH. He shares his journey and his love of connecting directly with the public to get hi...

Episode 57-Mark Shasha

09 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Mark Shasha, artist, author, actor, singer and musician shares his journey of all things artistic. His energy, passion and love of life is contagious ...

Episode 56-Patron interviews-Ceres Gallery

26 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Four quick interviews give us a sampling of the kinds of patrons visiting galleries in Portsmouth, NH on a sunny Sunday afternoon in August.

Episode 55 - Jess Dickey and Sarah Chase, Deerfield Community School

12 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Sarah Chase and Jess Dickey share the highlights and challenges of their incredible art program at Deerfield Community School in NH. "A choice based a...

Episode 54-Mike Maclean

29 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Growing up in the Boston suburbs I have been fortunate enough to be surrounded by all the beauty that New England has to offer. Within a short distanc...

Episode 53-Grant Drumheller

08 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Self Portrait Grisaille, 80 X 68", O/L, 1999. Grant Drumheller has been the recipient of a Fulbright-Hays Grant in Painting to Italy. He has also be...

Episode 52-Karen Romagna

01 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Karen Romagna's journey is not one to miss! Through a collaboration with Billy Collins, yes, THE Billy Collins, she found continued healing through th...

Episode 51-The Heart of Seeing, Todd Bonita on Tom Hughes

10 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 51-The Heart of Seeing, Todd Bonita on Tom Hughes by Artists of New England

Episode 50-Robin Frisella

03 Jun 2019

Contributed by Lukas

NH artist Robin Frisella has had a love for the arts since childhood. Her first business began at the age of 8, teaching arts & crafts to neighborhoo...

Episode 49-Frank Hyer

27 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Frank Hyer's figurative works capture the quintessential moment of feeling for each of his subjects. His architectural roots form the basis for his po...

Episode 48-Judy Schubert

20 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Judy Schubert is an oil painter from Portsmouth, NH who specializes in commissioned portrait work. Her energized paintings capture the beauty and bond...

Episode 47-NHAA with Carol Reynolds

13 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Carol Reynolds, the manager of the New Hampshire Art Association, shares the history and future events and endeavors of the organization. Learn how to...

Episode 46-Lisa Noonis

06 May 2019

Contributed by Lukas

When Lisa Noonis knew it was time to leave her graphic design career to pursue fine art, she rented studio space before she even chose her medium! Lis...

Episode 45-Michelle Jung

29 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Michelle Jung candidly and generously shares the road to her skyrocketing success. Every minute of this hour plus interview is valuable information fo...

Episode 44-The Heart of Seeing, Todd Bonita on Tim Horn

22 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Tim Horn paints full-time and lives in the the small town of Fairfax where he is drawn to the everyday scenes of the rural areas in Marin and Sonoma C...

Episode 43-JoAnn Portalupi

15 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

JoAnn Portalupi welcomes us into her artistic journey with a discussion of her process and series. One series, portraits of past generations, invites ...

Episode 42-William Davis

08 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Once you have seen a painting by William R. Davis, you will understand why Mr. Davis has a national reputation as one of the best marine artists prese...

Episode 41 - Laura Cassinari King

01 Apr 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A little ramble about me, this podcast and my upcoming show where I'd love to meet you! Come out the Friday April 5, 2019 to Ceres Gallery in Portsmou...

Episode 40-Jeanne Pierce

25 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jeanne Pierce's great love of nature is displayed in each beautiful oil painting she creates! The viewer is keenly aware that she spends a great deal ...

Episode 39-Francesca Schwab

18 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Who lands a job while sketching the band in a jazz club? Frannie Schwab does! From her days on a kibbutz in Israel, to graphic designer and entreprene...

Episode 38 - The Heart of Seeing, Todd Bonita on Jon Redmond

11 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Todd Bonita offers us his three key takeaways to Jon Redmond's teaching by observing him in action! Summarizing these strengths will help all artists ...

Episode 37 - Norma Torti

04 Mar 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 37 - Norma Torti by Artists of New England

Episode 36-Jack Calabrese

25 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jack Calabrese describes his journey to become a fine artist. He shares how this weaves around his full-time job and family life. The seriousness of t...

Episode 35-Dustan Knight

18 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Dusty Knight's passion for creating and teaching shines through from beginning to end in this informative and humorous interview! Listen in as Dusty s...

Episode 34-The Heart of Seeing, Todd Bonita on Donald Jurney

11 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Todd Bonita explores the key takeaways from master painter and teacher Donald Jurney. As a master painter himself, and perpetual student, Todd opens ...

Episode 33-Bruce McMillan

04 Feb 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Bruce McMillan is a children's book author and illustrator, photographer and watercolorist. He continues painting daily, posting to his blog and teach...

Episode 32-Vernis Jackson SAACC

28 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

“Guinea to Great Bay: Afro-Atlantic Lives, Cultures and History“. Vernis Jackson, Founder of the Seacoast African American Cultural Center, SAACC,...

Episode 31-Hillary Scott

21 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Hillary Scott candidly shares the ups and downs of her artistic journey. Squarely facing and pushing past her limitations caused her fine art career t...

Episode 30-Richard Bancroft

14 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Rich's generational love of art continues to thrive right down to his daughters! A beautiful journey that will continue blossoming!

Episode 29-Patricia S. Gordon

08 Jan 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Patricia S. Gordon shares her blissful path of lifelong artistic pursuits! Her stunning landscapes and ephemeral clouds got her noticed and into sever...

Episode 28-Renee Giffroy-Photographer

17 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Renee Giffroy's love of photography has expanded in retirement to include photojournalism. In this interview she shares how she captured the candid cl...

Artists of New England special, “Painters for Painters” Ep 2, Chris Volpe on-Maurice Sapiro

10 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Volpe offers a definition of tonalist painting and introduces contemporary tonalist Maurice Sapiro’s “dreamscapes,” situating the genre within t...

Episode 27-Pamela Lussier

03 Dec 2018

Contributed by Lukas

This delightful chat with oil painter Pamela Lussier details her journey from sculptor to painter! She shares her life-long love of artistic endeavors...

Episode 26-Greg Kretschmar-photographer

26 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Greg Kretschmar from "The Morning Buzz" radio show talks about his love of capturing "moments" through his photography. There's nothing corny or clich...

Episode 25-Katie Swatland

19 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Katie Swatland tells her remarkable journey of preparation leading to her "Alchemy Visions" series. Truly a breath of fresh air in a world of so much ...

Episode 24-Karyn Green

12 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Karyn Green describes her journey as a calling to find a way to be a light. Listen to how this journey of two years study has led to her being a membe...

Episode 23-Shaina Gates

05 Nov 2018

Contributed by Lukas

What is "fractal topography" and how does one paint both realism and abstraction at the same time? Tune in as Shaina talks about them as well as her ...

Episode 1-Artists of NE special, “Painters for Painters” with Christopher Volpe - Douglas Fryer

31 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 1-Artists of NE special, “Painters for Painters” with Christopher Volpe - Douglas Fryer by Artists of New England

Episode 22-Stan Moeller

29 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 22-Stan Moeller by Artists of New England

Episode 21-Susan E. Hanna

22 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Susan is a mover and shaker and has a thriving studio in Dover, NH where she also teaches. Listen as she shares how she developed and followed her lov...

Episode 20-Elizabeth Peck

15 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Elizabeth Peck shares the joy of the journey and she never stops! A world traveler and adventurer, she takes all the beauty of the world and captures ...

Episode 19-Maryclare Heffernan

08 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Maryclare came to art while recuperating from surgery and discovered a most compelling and delightful form of expression through the mediums of waterc...

Episode 18-Dennis Perrin

01 Oct 2018

Contributed by Lukas

"If you don't feel good while you're doing it, you're probably not going to feel better when it's finished. There's rarely a happy ending to an unhapp...

Episode 17-Pamela duLong Williams

24 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

See Pamela's duLong Williams' work at the Discover Portsmouth Center in Portsmouth, NH through the end of September as part of the Gertrude Fiske exhi...

Episode 16-Alastair Dacey

17 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Listen to the story behind Alastair's riveting show "Le Masque and Kuhn's Metaphors, which opens this Thursday Sept 20 7-9 p.m. at the French Cultural...

Episode 15-Christy Hegarty

10 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Christy's interview will brighten your day as much as her colorful paintings! She's vivacious and full of energy and ideas! Listen on the go or while ...

Episode 14-Christopher Volpe

03 Sep 2018

Contributed by Lukas

“Christopher Volpe’s paintings are stark conduits of the inherent oppositions between human beings and the natural world.” –Art New England

Episode 13-Scott Thorp-photographer

27 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Thorp, a native of Portsmouth, NH has many of the influential seacoast family names in his lineage. The unique way in which he captures the famo...

Episode 12-Cynthia Desando

20 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Cynthia's love of art and artmaking only continues to flourish and expand in retirement! This modest and classy lady opens up about her journey and sh...

Episode 11-Karen Blackwood

13 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Karen Blackwood captures the essence of the sea in a way that makes you feel the spray of the waves crashing! Her artistic journey spans the United St...

Episode 10 - Debbie Mueller

06 Aug 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Debbie describes herself as a late bloomer artist. Listen to find out how this busy wife, mother of three and ob/gyn of 30 years has come to discover ...

Episode 9-Mike L'Antigua

30 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Mike started serious art study in 2013. Although he dabbled in it earlier in life, he put it aside for a twenty year period to raise a family. Paintin...

Episode 8 - Dennis Poirier

23 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Dennis Poirier grew up in Gloucester, MA. The colors, sights, and sounds of the busy port and fishing fleet of his youth became the inspiration for hi...

Episode 7 - Peggy Murray

16 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Peggy's joyful personality and zest for life is reflected in her paintings of daily routines. Many figures depict playfulness in whimsical scenes whil...

Episode 5-Jason Horejs Xanadu Gallery, Scottsdale AZ

01 Jul 2018

Contributed by Lukas

As the son of a professional artist, Jason, the oldest of nine children, was completely immersed in all aspects of the artists journey. He observed fi...

Episode 4 Jane Davis Copp

25 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

From teacher to author to fine artist, Jane's soft spoken voice is not to be equated with her powerful paintings and her positive force in the world! ...

Episode 3 John LeCours

18 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

John LeCours remains one humble guy on his rapid rise to success! He developed his unique style while experiencing plein air painting for the first ti...

Episode 2 Todd Bonita

11 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Todd Bonita is a well known artist and teacher, who is highly respected in the seacoast area of New Hampshire and beyond. This interview reveals that ...

Episode 1 Elaine Miller

04 Jun 2018

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 1 Elaine Miller by Artists of New England