Honest Art Podcast with Jodie King
Episodes
Episode 50: How Art Helped Me Find My Voice: My Personal Journey
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"Honest Art" is a phrase I use often. What started out as a simple hashtag is now the motto for my business and my life. But after almost two season...
Episode 49: Your Thoughts Are Stopping You: How Christen Horner Made This One Change to Catapult Her Business
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you afraid to come out of the art closet? I get it — I've been there. I was scared to call myself an artist and open myself to the eye-rolls a...
Episode 48: Don't Wait, Create Your Own Opportunities
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Painting and hoping is not a strategy. You can't just paint a beautiful picture and HOPE that someone finds it. We as artists need to put ourselves ou...
Episode 47: Sex & Creativity
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sex and creativity…what do they have in common? Turns out, a LOT more than you may think. But how do we tap into those similarities? And how can we ...
Episode 46: How Artists Can Be a Magnet For Money & Abundance
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is resolve the only thing you need to find success as an artist? Nope. In fact, I see so many artists hustling day in and day out (myself included, on...
Episode 45: Think It's Too Late For You? Artist Betty Franks Proves Otherwise
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is it ever too late to start (or start over)? My guest, a widely talented artist named Betty Franks, doesn't think so. Betty worked in customer serv...
Episode 44: Top Tips for Overcoming Rejection and Criticism as an Artist
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Rejection: What can we learn from it? THAT is the question we need to be asking, not "How can I avoid rejection?" Because we can't — failure and rej...
Episode 43: How to Overcome 5 Creative Challenges
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ever heard the saying, "Hard work beats talent when talent fails to work hard?" As an artist, you might not think about your art as "hard work" — bu...
Episode 42: Should You Create Under The Influence?
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
WARNING: This episode is a juicy one. We're going to be talking about something pretty taboo, so buckle up! Disclaimer: My only goal with the Hone...
Episode 41: How to Have Fun And Make Money With Commissions
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Offering commissions…is the effort worth the reward? That's what I'm uncovering in this episode. As an artist who has worked on several commissioned...
Episode 40: How Great Composition Takes Our Art From Meh to Amazing
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Forget the rules! … except maybe these ones. Art is deeply personal and I love seeing the expression that comes alive when we, as artists, let go of...
Episode 39: Ana Stapleton: A Creative Force
24 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What's on the other side of your comfort zone? Life-changing experiences, that's what. And on this episode of the Honest Art Podcast, Ana Stapleton ...
Episode 38: 5 Things to Do Today to Enhance Your Art Sales & Creativity
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What's the one thing you need to create your best art — and sell more of it? Believe it or not, it's not the most advanced art techniques or a busin...
Episode 37: Anne Neilson Proving There Are No Limits for Artists
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The sky's the limit, right? When you're an artist, that feels anything but true some days. Between the gallery rejections, the side eyes when you tell...
Episode 36: How Music Impacts Creativity
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Can music boost creativity? Absolutely! Can it help us as artists make our best, most honest art? Eh…not so fast. I'm a HUGE music lover, but I ha...
Episode 35: Trust Your Instincts: When to Put the Paintbrush Down
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know when to walk away from your art? No matter how long you've been painting or how much natural talent you have, there WILL come a time whe...
Episode 34: How to Get Your Art Into a Gallery
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For years, getting my art into a gallery was how I defined success as an artist. It was all I wanted to do. It was my number one priority and I hustle...
Episode 33: Ask Me Anything: Your Burning Art Biz Questions, Answered (Part 2)
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You shouldn't have to do this art biz thing alone. And you don't HAVE to! That's the whole purpose of the Honest Art Podcast, and ESPECIALLY this week...
Episode 32: Artwork Archive: The Business Tool I Can't Live Without
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Software is an important part of any business. But does it have a place in YOUR art biz? Absolutely. Full disclosure, I use a ton of different softwar...
Episode 31: Artist's Money Mindset: What Do You Really Believe Is Possible?
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to money, what do YOU believe is possible? For many of us as artists, it's hard to imagine that money and art can coexist in the same sp...
Episode 30: How to Sell Art for the Holidays. Hint: Start Now!
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Think it's too early to think about your holiday art sales? It's never too early. Even as an artist, you need plenty of time to plan a collection, giv...
Episode 29: Art Critiques: It's More Than Just Being Told You Suck
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What's better as an artist; positive feedback or criticism? BOTH! You need positive feedback to feel supported and find the motivation to continue on ...
Episode 28: Was Getting My First Art Studio a Good Idea?
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Getting my first art studio — game changer or bad investment? I'm not one to buy into all the fancy stuff that "they" say makes you an artist, but...
Episode 27: B.S. Creative Myths We Tell Ourselves
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to season two of the Honest Art Podcast! Let's get right into it with a deep one — myths about creativity. Really, I'd call them lies, becau...
Episode 26: Screw Work/Life Balance — Do THIS Instead
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm going to go bold here and say as artists, there's no such thing as balance. The lines between work and play are constantly getting blurred because...
Episode 25: The Imperative of Freedom and Flexibility with Keren Toledano
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As artists (and creatives) we tend to feel like our work is an extension of ourselves. But my guest on this episode, Keren Toledano, makes a really go...
Episode 24: Why Artists Aren't Making Money In Their Art Biz
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Working hard in business is non-negotiable. And as an artist, that means doing a lot more than JUST creating art. If you aren't seeing the return from...
Episode 23: Tools To Create Abstract Art
09 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Honest Art Podcast, I'm taking a deep dive into my favorite art tools! I know I may be a little biased, but through my years of...
Episode 22: Making the Leap to Full Time Artist with Meribeth Privett
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The jump from "real job" to becoming a full-time artist can be scary. And no one really talks about the identity shift that comes with it. But on th...
Episode 21: Midlife Battle Cry with Dawn Barton
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For many of us, we think that life stops as soon as we turn "middle-aged." We wonder, "Are the good times over?" I know this is all too common among...
Episode 20: The Less-Than-Sexy Side Of An Art Business
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered what it's REALLY like to run an art business? It's not always about slinging paint in the studio. Get an inside look here at what it r...
Episode 19: Ask Me Anything. Your Questions Answered!
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have questions about honest art? My process? How I've built my art business? In this episode, I'm answering our listeners' burning questions about cre...
Episode 18: If I Could Do It All Over Again
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I talk a lot about being a rebel and freedom and empowerment. Those are all part of my WHY. But there's a not-so-bright side to those that really held...
Episode 17: Artists Kicking A$$ With Marsha Nieland and DeAnne Williamson
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There's little I love more than watching my students reflect on their growth, and I'm so honored when they agree to share their experiences! In this e...
Episode 16: How to Get Out of the Fugly Stage of Art
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You want to make great art, but what if you feel like everything you make is just… well, fugly? As an artist myself, I've been in the "fugly stag...
Episode 15: The Power of Art & Community With Becky Joan Springer
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What does art mean to you? It can be a fun hobby for many. For some, it's a way to express themselves. And to others, like my guest in this episode, i...
Episode 14: How to Price Your Art (So It Sells!)
11 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I get it, pricing your art is an uncomfortable topic for a lot of artists. You're worried people won't buy the higher, but fair, price, so you lo...
Episode 13: Using Art to Serve Our Community: Art From the Streets
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Art is for everyone — and it can change lives. That's what organizations like Art From the Streets are proving, and I LOVE supporting causes that br...
Episode 12: Healing Art With Dr. Kathleen Funk
28 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Honest Art Podcast, I sit down with long-time friend and fellow artist, Dr. Kathleen Funk, to talk about what it means to use a...
Episode 11: Feeling Stuck? Here are 7 Ways to Keep the Momentum Going in Your Art Biz
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As artists, we want to make art. That's it. As artists who want to make a living from our art… well, making art is just one part of the equation. ...
Episode 10: How to Get Back in the Groove When You Feel Uninspired
14 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There are plenty of reasons we get stuck as artists. It could be exhaustion. It could be life happening around you. It could be excuses we make becaus...
Episode 09: Is It Time to Sell Your Art?
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Selling your first piece of art is easily the most exhilarating and nerve-wracking experience as an artist. But it's something that you can't get enou...
Episode 08: Making Authentic Art With Nichole Washington
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What would it look like if you had the freedom to express your creativity in the most authentic way possible? No restraints, no "should do's," no fram...
Episode 07: 10 Things They Don't Teach You in Art School
21 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Art school doesn't teach you everything. I guess that's true of any education — real-life experience will always win out over textbook learnin'. But...
Episode 06: How to Use Social Media to Sell Your Art
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Most artists will tell you how much they dislike social media, but it's actually one of the most underrated tools in the art biz world. If you're look...
Episode 05: Beating the Starving Artist Trope With Julie Torres
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
I'm over the starving artist trope, and so is my first-ever guest, Julie Torres! Julie is a fine artist who works with print medium and woven screen p...
Episode 04: Move Stress Out of Your Body With Art
31 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We all know art is FUN, but did you know it can also be therapeutic? In this episode, I'm covering how art can help you move stress, whether that's ...
Episode 02: How to Know if You're a Real Artist
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have what it takes to become an artist? Almost 20 years ago, I didn't think I did. I didn't go to art school, and I didn't even start pain...
Episode 01: Introducing the Honest Art Podcast
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The Honest Art Podcast with me, Jodie King! This is something I've been wanting to share with y'all for a while now, and I'm just so excite...
Episode 03: When Should You Make the Leap to Full-Time Art Biz Ownership?
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is it time to make the jump into full-time biz ownership? As artists, there's more to "making a living from your art" than just being a good arti...