Art2Life

Engaging with the natural world can elevate creativity, and revitalize mind and spirit. The meditative qualities of art-making and nature, with its serenity and beauty, serve as a powerful muse. Nature has provided me with solace during challenging times. In this episode, we're diving deep into the profound relationship between art-making, nature, and our emotional well-being. You'll get practical...

Have you ever wondered how visualization and imagination can set the stage for success? This week, we're diving into why shifting from self-doubt to intrinsic motivation is vital for any artist. I explore the importance of taking those small, consistent steps to achieve our goals. We can't underestimate how having an engaged mentor to coach you can fast-track your growth.  Investing in yourself—wh...

https://Art2Life.com  - Andrew Mellen walked away from his role directing plays off-Broadway when he realized he had a unique talent for making people's lives happier in a totally different way: becoming a professional organizer. Andrew is known for his transformative approach to decluttering physical and inner mental spaces. He shares the value of taking small, manageable steps to create a more o...

https://Art2Life.com  - Your art is the most important thing in your life, so how can you possibly put a price on it? This week, I'm talking about how to value your art and your time and why outsourcing the tasks you don't love allows you to buy back more time to spend in the studio.  I'm excited to explore questions you may battle about selling art and scaling your business. Fueling your creative...

https://Art2Life.com  - Everything starts with creative expression. Cherie Healey believes that leadership is the greatest creative endeavor of all time. But too many people feel they're "not qualified" to be leaders because their definition of leadership is outdated.  Leadership is first and foremost about learning to  lead yourself . It's also about gaining clarity, living your passion, and insp...

https://Art2Life.com  - Bibby Gignilliat had stopped painting years ago because she had a critical teacher who made her feel like she was talentless. So she spent years as a computer programmer, worked in adventure travel, and even ran her own cooking business. By all measures of success, she was successful.  She continuously pushed her dream of being an artist and having her own gallery show asid...

https://Art2Life.com  - An art exhibition may be one of the most challenging things you ever do—yet entirely worth the effort. I used to be anxious about completing exhibitions on time. The thought of having to create a body of work on a timeframe can be debilitating. So why put yourself through the process? Is it worth the depth of emotions you'll experience? I share why setting a date and embrac...

https://Art2Life.com  - Nino Yuniardi started painting when he was 14 to relieve stress. When he creates his art, he takes things and imbues them with new meaning. That's why his art is fun, playful, and full of vibrant colors. It's light-hearted because it's focused on healing.  He pays attention to his energy. If he's not feeling it, he walks away and comes back the next day. He emphasizes that...

https://Art2Life.com  - As an artist, the thought of not knowing what comes next is bothersome. But "not knowing" is often necessary. Sometimes we have to spend time pondering what's next. We need to give ourselves space and time to sit with the discomfort of uncertainty. We have to get comfortable with the phenomenon of doing and not knowing.  I'm painting right now. I'm doing one thing at a time...

https://Art2Life.com  - Rukmini Poddar is an artist, educator, and designer. Her creative passion lies at the intersection of emotional wellness and creative storytelling. She is an artist who  draws feelings .  She admits that stumbled into art. It wasn't a planned career path. When Rukmini graduated college, she was burnt out. As a graphic designer, she spent much of her time on the computer. Sh...

https://Art2Life.com  - Silvia Poloto emigrated to the United States in the 90s. It was here that she stumbled on a knack for art—and it changed the trajectory of her life. When Silvia was finishing her Master's Degree, she started cutting out pieces from magazines and making collages. She started working with metal. Looking to learn more, she signed up for a class called "Metal Arts," only to rea...

https://Art2Life.com  - The power dynamics at play in an organization can often make it difficult—if not impossible—to form connections with coworkers and superiors. It's easy to let prejudices and insecurity get in the way. But an environment of collaboration and trust is key to successful organizations.  The truth is that as macho or hardened as someone seems, we're all fragile. The human experi...

https://Art2Life.com - I was walking into my studio the other day and met a woman who happened to be walking by. She'd recently taken my free workshop—while on a sailboat. It turns out that she's an amazing photographer, artist, creator, and adventurer.  When Covid hit, she—along with her husband and twin boys—embarked on a grand adventure: Sailing the world. They bought a catamaran and started th...

https://Art2Life.com  - Danielle LaPorte loves  simplicity . The closer she gets to a heart-centered life, the more she craves it. It's become a spiritual practice. She lets go of anything she hasn't used for 6–12 months. She doesn't buy mindlessly. Instead, everything in her home has a story, a reason behind buying it. Everything matters. Simplicity requires letting go. It requires loosening your...

https://Art2Life.com  - Are you struggling to cast a vision for yourself, your art, or your business? Has imposter syndrome taken hold? Do you feel confident that you can make your dreams a reality?  Suzi Dafnis walked into a room with 30 other business owners about to start the art class I was offering our mastermind group, admittedly incredibly nervous. Though confident in any business environme...

https://Art2Life.com  - Raquel Baldocchi is a mixed-media contemporary artist in the Bay Area. Raquel draws inspiration from her grandmother, who created textile art, made beautiful scrapbooks, and crafted ornaments every year for Christmas.  Raquel's college boyfriend's mother was a printmaker. She influenced Raquel so much that Raquel pursued a degree in printmaking. Now, every piece of art that...

https://Art2Life.com  - Louise Fletcher is an artist and teacher, gifted at helping her students connect with their emotions and unleash their artistic voice. But she wasn't always aware of her gift. She genuinely thought she had no artistic talent because she couldn't sit in front of a canvas and execute a vision. When she learned that she could play with paint, and find joy in the process, it ch...

https://Art2Life.com - What does the journey of bringing your art to life look like? How does the process of creating inform who you are becoming? The truth is that you are a work of art. With every brushstroke, you're becoming what you're created to be. And that energy will show up in your art. In this episode of Art2Life, I'll walk you through the three stages of creating powerful art.  ========...

https://Art2Life.com - In this special throwback episode of Art2Life, we revisit one of our most beloved conversations with award-winning art critic Jerry Saltz.  Making art is hard enough, but hearing from others whether it is good or not is especially so. Every artist I know already has, hard-wired within them, a pretty tough critic. I certainly do. So I never have been particularly drawn to lis...

https://Art2Life.com - Artists are always asking questions. When you're always questioning, it's only natural that a lack of clarity arises. Your soul is always pulling you to the unknown. We're living in a world where opportunities are boundless. The curiosity to see what's possible is a driving force. When you're in congruence with who you are and what you're making, it's the best feeling in the...

"My calling is to help you answer yours." – Chérie Healey Chérie believes that we all have a calling that we have to answer in this life. If we simplify it down to its essence, we are supposed to be ourselves , with all of our flaws, traumas, and wounds. Her purpose is to help people step into being all the way themselves.  Chérie is an Executive Coach and Brand Strategist for women leaders. She's...

https://Art2Life.com - Caroline Millar was creatively blocked for a long time. She loved art as a child but had a terrible experience with an art teacher when she was 16. Because of it, she stopped painting for 25 years. She went through a difficult time where everything creative disappeared from her life.  Five years ago, Caroline joined our Creative Visionary Program. She embarked on a journey o...

https://Art2Life.com - Austyn has completed art residencies all over the world. She landed in a residency at the Mendocino Art Center right before Covid hit. Before Covid, the majority of her work was black and white and ornate. She'd sculpt solid and draw with an ebony pencil on the surface.  Her time in Mendocino allowed her to crystalize what she wanted her art to convey. She shifted toward bri...

https://Art2Life.com  - Do you feel like every waking moment has to be dedicated to your art or thinking about your art? When you finally have the time to create, are you already exhausted? When I'm talking about balance, I'm talking about setting up your energy. You have to curate your life so that you're energized when it's time to create. In this episode of the Art2Life Podcast, I share 10 ways...

https://Art2Life.com  - Jon Ritt is a close friend, artist, designer, and next-level storyteller who helps brands identify their core principles and brings them to life. Jon takes the fundamentals he learned as a painter and applies them to how he works as a designer. He helps brands sculpt their identity in visual form.  In this conversation, we dive into gaining clarity around your "why," why kn...