The Motivatarian Exchange with Dionne Woods

Welcome to PaintTalks Podcast! This week I am chatting with Maria and Ashley, the creators behind Gray Gardens Design. They are a mother/daughter team of internationally collected artists that are passionate about upcycling the unwanted and creating beautiful art. Previously from NYC, these ladies currently live in Florida and are influenced by Street Art, Graffiti Art, and the Pop Art movement. T...

Today's PaintTalks guest is Aj O'Connor, owner of owner of Ajs Vintage Designs and Ajs Creative Coaching, an Ambassador for Dixie Belle paints and Woodubend, along with being a house flipper on the side. Get ready for a great chat!

What a treat! Welcome Lorisz Gagyi, a furniture artist from Bad Kissingen, Germany to PaintTalks! Her bold furniture with strong, exaggerated colors are a sight to behold. Lorisz also paints on canvas and one of her favorite portrait subjects is strong and beautiful women.

Help me welcome Nicki Mulligan of Daffodils and Details to PaintTalks! She is Oklahoma-born and raised, an attorney by profession but with a passion for art. Her art journey began with painting furniture 5 years ago and canvases 3 years ago. Nicki lived in Germany for almost 8 years. 

Today's episode of PaintTalks features the one and only Lori Siebert! She is a mixed media artist, product designer, licensed artist, and creative retreat host. She is constantly curious which leads her to experiment with a variety of techniques and styles. She began her design studio in 1987 and has worked with clients that include Target, Nickelodeon, and Universal Studios. Grab a cup and settle...

Join me on PaintTalks as I chat with Carolyn Muncy, the artisan of Ransomed Relics Designs. Carolyn paints what is in her heart and has a passion for making relics long-abandoned into masterpieces! Listen in to hear what has her giggling with joy!

Get a behind-the-scenes peek at what it takes to produce The Turquoise Iris Journal. Join me, Dionne, along with editor Kamee and operations manager, Erin as we discuss all things Journal.   The Turquoise Iris Journal Subscribe to the Journal Follow on Facebook Follow on Instagram

Melissa Jacobson of Jude and Julia a vintage furniture restoration company in Massachusetts joins me on the podcast today. She's been painting furniture since 2015, enjoys mixed media, and recently started making junk journals. Melissa has 2 grown sons, 3 grandchildren, and a fantastic accent! https://facebook.com/judeandjulia https://www.instagram.com/judeandjulia

Abbie Lytle creates small-batch pottery in central Kentucky, which she sells through her website, Abbie Lytle Pottery. Abbie is a mother of 2 sweet boys, has recently taken up the sport of rowing, and is obsessed with listening to unsolved true-crime mysteries while working. Grab a warm drink and join me in welcoming Abbie to PaintTalks! https://www.aflpottery.com https://www.facebook.com/abbielyt...

Friends, buckle up for this colorful ride! Artist and teacher, Tanglewood Sue , paints wild furniture and art that are rivaled by her sometimes irreverent but always honest and hilarious storytelling. Sue's claim to fame started with her purple hair color! Learn more & subscribe to her blog at www.tanglewoodsue.com to be the first to know when she starts a new adventure! https://tanglewoodsue.com...

Amber is a mom of three and a huge sports fan. I fell in love with her work when she sent me my first pair of macrame earrings. Amber is  so passionate about colorful art, macrame, up cycling, and of course everything boho! 2022 will be a big year for this creative lady as she adds many new items to her website!   Check out her work here -  https://www.thebohemiancrafthouse.com Facebook.com/theboh...

Our friend, Jackie Strydom is a creative artist with an adventurous spirit. She says she loves to do just about anything or go just about anywhere. The Painted Pinto's home base is El Dorado Springs, MO, but 2022 is ringing in some new online options for TPP! Grab a cup and enjoy! Instagram - @ThePaintedPintoBoutique https://www.facebook.com/ThePaintedPinto https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNuF0V9...

Friends! Amy Sadler, mama of a 27, a 25 & a 3 year old 😁 is the owner of Amy Sadler Designs, & she helps women make paint color and style choices for their home with ease. She delivers high impact, inexpensive DIY's on her blog with easy to follow instructions. Just wait until you hear her kind patient voice, too!  https://amysadlerdesigns.com Www.facebook.com/chateauchicamy Www.instagram.com/amy...

This is a small taste of the large impact our Dorito loving friend, Linda Lieffers, is having on the art world. Her bold color combinations will stop your scroll. When she's not munching on her homemade chocolate bark, she's coming up with new channels to express feelings and convey visions. Stay tuned for Linda's upcoming online course launching in January. https://www.artistaunleashed.com   http...

This creative hardworking mother of 3 is managing a paint business and self publishing her own book, all while serving as a caregiver for her mom, too. Laura speaks to my heart and motivates me to see the good through the muck. She's a delightful woman and I'm thrilled to have her as a guest! Follow Laura here - 👇🏻 https://newtoyoufurniturerefinishing.com https://www.facebook.com/newtoyoufurnitu...

Friends! I'm excited for you to meet my Tom Petty loving friend, Kelly Wiler! She describes herself as "a self taught artist (which really means I've learned from so many throughout my life experience) who lives in Ohio with my husband Jeff of 25 years and our 19 year old daughter Cassidy who are so supportive and helpful to me on this artistic journey." Kelly owns and run a studio called "Girl UP...

My next guest, Kaity Henning Ryan, brings together art, inspiration and an all natural lifestyle. Her main focus is painting furniture in what I call a dark romantic style but she also loves watercolor and has been recently working on a new mixed media style Kaity is excited to share with us soon! Check out her creations at https://www.forestloredesigns.com And, follow Kaity here - www.facebook.co...

How can you be an artist and be colorblind? This is the question Nancy Leiva is often asked. The beauty of being an artist, you get to paint the world from your perspective. Where's the beauty if we all paint the same thing? I know you're going to enjoy my conversation with Nancy! I know I did. https://www.facebook.com/LNKolor https://www.instagram.com/lnkolor.art/  

Inspiration often comes when we least expect it! Pam Dudley is my next guest and she shares her creative journey, and what a journey it is! Pam brings heart and soul to all of her work and you'll learn why in this episode. Please follow her on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/Pamspaintedpetalsanddesigns   https://www.instagram.com/pamspaintedpetalsanddesigns/  

Constant Hemmer loves painting and photography so much that she combined them into one fantastic business, The Painted Photographer! Her adorable Cottagecore Christmas houses, which we feature in Issue 05 of The Turquoise Iris Journal, are sure to inspire some holiday DIY decor ideas of your own. Listen now to hear her story in her own words and be sure to follow her on Facebook (conniethepaintedp...

Download this one, Friends! I don't want you to miss all of the goodness Renee shares with us. Her story will resinate with so many of you. You'll find yourself shouting, "Yesssss!" I just know it. Renee is a wonderfully talented artist but even more so, her heart will win you over. Follow Renee - https://www.facebook.com/rainegardensrainydayvintage   https://www.instagram.com/rainy.day.vintage/ h...

Today we're releasing a new episode of the podcast and this one features the delightful Ronda McMeen! When we asked readers of The Turquoise Iris Journal to share their gardens with us for a special feature, Ronda stepped up to the plate and over-delivered! I was so grateful for the chance to sit down and chat with her about life as a creative (and that beautiful garden)! https://www.facebook.com/...

This week on the podcast I'm chatting with our first-ever guest, Kamee Collins! Not only is Kamee the editor of The Turquoise Iris Journal but she's also a writer, artist, and marketing mastermind! Listen to our latest episode to hear more details about what goes on behind the scenes of a magazine and learn how Kamee balances working, raising two young girls, and finding time to be creative. Follo...

This week's guest is the amazing Dianna Zettek! Dianna was featured in our summer issue when she submitted her GORGEOUS garden's water feature for our garden tour! I catch up with Dianna to hear what's new and learn more about her business, Dinamite Designs. Follow - https://www.facebook.com/dinamitedesignsvintage