Off the Easel

Send us Fan Mail This week Skye Becker-Yamakawa and Leon Loucheur interview the legendary KRK Ryden.  Join us in a scintillating conversation, in which KRK tells us about his first encounter with Walt Disney, working with Mark Mothersbaugh, shares his wonderful book Double Talk, and so much more.   Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at: Skye Becker-Yamakawa IG:  https://www.instagram....

Send us Fan Mail This week Joshua Coffy joins Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa to talk all about NFTS!  We get into Joshua’s experience in creating his first NFT, and explain the global impact of NFTs and how they impact our environment. Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at: Skye Becker-Yamakawa IG:  https://www.instagram.com/skyesartshop/ Web:   http://www.skyesart.com/ Cath...

Send us Fan Mail Let’s take in the whole scene with San Francisco native Jen L. King. Jennifer is an amazing oil painter who specializes in Trompe L’oeil style paintings. She takes us on a journey through her inspiration, process, and how she first began painting in her current style. We had a wonderful time getting to know Jennifer and we hope you will too! Check out Skye's and Catherine&apo...

Send us Fan Mail Should you explain your artwork or leave it up to the viewer? That is the question. Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa talk about the pros and cons, and the hows and whys of explaining your artwork to your audience. Lastly, they end the episode with a lively discussion about the new Jim Henson exhibit at the Contemporary Jewish Museum in San Francisco. Check out Skye's...

Send us Fan Mail This week Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa had the pleasure of interviewing the extremely talented and hard working Tania Pomales!  Tania tells us about her background and shares wonderful tips and tricks ranging from where to get gorgeous frames or how to paint wings.  We end with a lively discussion about Frida Kahlo’s voice.  Check out Skye's and Catherine's w...

Send us Fan Mail This week Leon Loucheur and Skye Becker-Yamakawa talk about the How, What and Whys’ of creative blocks.  They share tips and tricks in dealing with these nasty guests and end the episode with a lively discussion about a child prodigy. Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at: Skye Becker-Yamakawa IG:  https://www.instagram.com/skyesartshop/ Web:   http://www.skyesart.com...

Send us Fan Mail Join Catherine and Skye for a fun interview with the amazing Kristen Ferrell!  We discuss Kristen’s experience with the Keep a Breast Foundation, her love of animals, a Gutenberg press, and so much more. Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at: Skye Becker-Yamakawa IG:  https://www.instagram.com/skyesartshop/ Web:   http://www.skyesart.com/ Catherine Moore IG:  https://...

Send us Fan Mail What does an art gallery do for an artist? What are the pros and cons of working with an art gallery? How do you get into an art gallery? How do you have a solo show with an art Gallery. Join Cathering Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa as they discuss all of this and more on Off the Easel this week! Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at: Skye Becker-Yamakawa IG:  https:/...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever sculpted with Foam?  Check out Lacey Bryant as she sculpts a giant Tiger for the Chinese New Year Parade!  This week, Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa have the wonderful opportunity to interview a ‘Jill of all Trades’, the incredibly talented Lacey Bryant! Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at: Skye Becker-Yamakawa IG:  https://www.instagram.com/...

Send us Fan Mail What job can an artist do to still make art and have a steady paycheck?  Teach Art!  This week Catherine and Skye share their experiences in the world of teaching. They also get into a deep discussion about forged Basquiat Art and conspiracy theories. Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at: Skye Becker-Yamakawa IG:  https://www.instagram.com/skyesartshop/ Web:   http:/...

Send us Fan Mail Join us in a tiki bar to admire some black velvet paintings with the talented Stacy McClanahan.  We get to learn all about Stacy’s many creative ventures, as well as her new aspirations for this year. Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at: Skye Becker-Yamakawa IG:  https://www.instagram.com/skyesartshop/ Web:   http://www.skyesart.com/ Catherine Moore IG:  https://www...

Send us Fan Mail Do you need an art degree to be a successful artist?  If you get an art degree does it need to be from an art school?  Listen to Skye, Catherine and Leon as they share their experiences and discuss the pros and cons of an art education from an art school from a four year university, and a self taught perspective.   Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at: Skye Becker-Ya...

Send us Fan Mail Wisconsin Old Fashion anyone?  Come join us with your favorite cocktail as we get to know the talented Andrea Guzzetta.  She explains how life and death appear in her candy colored oil paintings and shares some of the magical artwork which will be in her solo show opening at Var Gallery , Milwaukee.    Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at: Skye Becker-Yamakawa IG:  h...

Send us Fan Mail Do you paint with acrylics?  Oils?  Gouache?  This week we discuss different types of paint, what we prefer, and why.  Afterwards, we talk about the new Immersive Frida Kahlo Exhibit.   Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at: Skye Becker-Yamakawa IG:  https://www.instagram.com/skyesartshop/ Web:   http://www.skyesart.com/ Catherine Moore IG:  https://www.instagram.com/...

Send us Fan Mail This week we go on an interstellar journey with Malaysian born artist Felicia Ann.  Felicia talks to us about her experience creating digital art and communicating this style in her beautiful acrylic paintings.  We also get to learn about Felicia’s newest venture, opening her first gallery, Helvella. Art.  So let’s get started and find out how Felicia does her ‘Happy Creating!” Ch...

Send us Fan Mail Polka Dot Raven, Art Markets, and the Chinese New Year are just the beginning of this week’s episode.  Next we dive deep into the different ways artists can support each other and some of the benefits.  We also discuss the unique relationship between J.C.Leyendecker and Norman Rockwell. Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at: Skye Becker-Yamakawa IG:  https://www.insta...

Send us Fan Mail This week we begin with the poetic graffiti of Leon Loucheur.  Next we jump deep into Social Science, bartending and learn all about Leon's amazing adventures into art.  He shares his experiences doing murals, creating a children’s book, and developing his upcoming solo show at Modern Eden.  Website: http://www.loucheur.com/ Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at:...

Send us Fan Mail Let's start cooking and talk about how we make art!  Catherine and Skye share their process methods. They get deep about varnishing, lighting, and cameras.  Next they discuss the unique relationship between Yayoi Kusama and Georgia O’Keefe.  So let’s get inspired and do some happy creating. Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at: Skye Becker-Yamakawa IG:  https://...

Send us Fan Mail Catherine and Skye continue interviewing Joshua Coffy.  We learn about the blood, sweat and tears of creating his first mural.  Next, we curl up next to the campfire to hear about spooky ghost stories.  Then go back to business and learn about the wonderful opportunities in Patreon. Website: https://undersong.com/ Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at: Skye Becker-Yam...

Send us Fan Mail Come join us, as we begin Episode 5 with spring cleaning and a honey badger.  Then Catherine and Skye switch gears and have an inspiring conversation about Georgia O'keeffe, comic books, and the amazing story of the Gift Prolific Project with Joshua Coffy. Website: https://undersong.com/ Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at: Skye Becker-Yamakawa IG:  https://www...

Send us Fan Mail Commissions!  They can be a wonderful gift and  a heart wrenching experience. Join Catherine and Skye as they discuss personal experiences, tips, and tricks when taking on a commissioned art job.  Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at: Skye Becker-Yamakawa IG:  https://www.instagram.com/skyesartshop/ Web:   http://www.skyesart.com/ Catherine Moore IG:  https://www.ins...

Send us Fan Mail Come join us on a frame hunt through the suburbs with the Zodiac following close behind. Next we will go salsa dancing with Steve Javiel, while enjoying some Revive Kombucha and talking about urban impressionism. Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at: Skye Becker-Yamakawa IG:  https://www.instagram.com/skyesartshop/ Web:   http://www.skyesart.com/ Catherine Moore IG: ...

Send us Fan Mail We dive into the Ozarks with Catherine and dry off with Skye’s public art project.  Then we get into the ups and downs of Pay to Plays.  Should an artist do free art for the Red Hot Chili Peppers?  Come find out on this episode of Off the Easel. Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at: Skye Becker-Yamakawa IG:  https://www.instagram.com/skyesartshop/ Web:   http://www.s...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Off the Easel, Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa delve into their first interview with artist Jon Ching.  We learn about Jon’s education into art and discover some of his creative adventures in San Francisco. We also discuss Jon’s medium of choice and future projects exploring different types of mediums. Jon tells us about some exciting shows coming this...

Send us Fan Mail Calling all Creatives!   Let’s go off the easel and talk about the ins and outs of the art world and how to survive life as a working artist.   Join Skye Becker-Yamakawa and Catherine Moore as they interview modern masters of today’s art scene, delve into everyday events in an artist's working life, and experience an occasional art history dialogue.   “Art is the stored honey...