The Studio Alchemy Podcast

Today's episode features a discussion on ways to share your art with the world and art scams.  Hirschten discusses the controversial topic of art competitions and alternatives.  To sign up for the free online class "7 Secrets to Success for Artists" and the upcoming class "Start Selling your Art" go to https://alchemyofpainting.com/courses On the Alchemy of Art podcast we interview artists from a...

Today's episode features an interview with the artist, Emily Schwank.  Schwank is a professional photographer who specializes in portraits of people.  Her warm and natural style shows the authentice personality of her subjects.  Find out more about her work at:  https://raincliffsphotography.com/ On the Alchemy of Art podcast we interview artist from a wide variety of mediums about their creative...

Today's episode features an interview with the Expressive Artist and Counselor Shelley Klammer and the true story of Rorschach and the Inkblot Tests.  Shelley is a Registered Expressive Arts Educator/Consultant with the International Expressive Arts Therapy Association.  She is also a Registered Counselor and Counseling Supervisor with the Association of Cooperative Counselors of Canada.  Shelley...

Today's episode features an interview with painter and digital artist Dan Cooper.  Dan attended Indiana University at Bloomington on an Evans Scholarship, is very involved in the Indianapolis art community, and currently teaches with the Indianapolis Art Center. Find out more about Dan's work at www.cooperfineart.com On the Alchemy of Art podcast we interview artists from a wide variety of mediums...

Today's episode features an interview with mixed media artist Tamara Laporte and the story of Frida Kahlo.  Laporte believes that the act of creating art can be a gateway into healing and personal growth – often, her art classes contain an element of self development as well as learning art techniques. She is deeply devoted to helping people get in touch with their creative fire.  Find out more ab...

Where are you on your artistic path and where are you going?  In this episode your host, Addie Hirschten, discusses how the reasons why we create can change over time.  She shares how her work has changed over the years and offers questions to help you articulate your own direction.  Using the story behind the hymn, Amazing Grace, as an example Hirschten urges artists to be flexible and ready to t...

Today's episode features an interview with abstract painter Lynette Melnyk and the story of the Three Stone Cutters.  As an artist, Lynette’s abstract expressionist style is created from her interpretation of nature, dance and especially, music. The layers upon layers create a depth to the story. Her art is a powerful communicator and is intended to encourage emotions and conversations. Her goal i...

Today's episode features an interview with the Book Artist and Creative Business Coach, Kiala Givehand, and the Chinese folktale, The Story of Tanabata. Kiala Givehand is a creativity and empowerment coach, poet/writer/editor, mixed media book artist, and workshop leader.  Givehand received an MFA in Creative Writing and Poetry from Mills College.  For more than 15 years she taught English and Lan...

Today's episode features an interview with Creativity Doula, Alexis Cohen.  Cohen is a certified hypnotherapist, birth doula, creativity coach and visual artist.  Find out more about her creativity coaching at www.alexiscohen.org  or on her art website www.alexisjae.org . The story of the day is how the song "We Shall Overcome" was changed to become one of the most powerful unifiers of the civil r...

Today's episode features a thoughtful interview with painter, Megan Jefferson, and a true personal story, "Bloom Where You are Planted."  We talk about finding flow and intuitive painting. Find out more about Megan Jefferson's work at: www.jeffersonartstudio.com .  On the Alchemy of Art podcast we interview artists from a wide variety of mediums about their creative process and art philosophy.  Ea...

  Erin Goodman is an art teacher at Zionsville Middle School and Deanna Leonard is a metal designer, jewelry maker and art instructor.  Together they formed the business "Caravan Classes."  On today's episode they join us for share their personal art stories as well as how they formed the company "Caravan Classes."  Find out more on their website:   https://squareup.com/store/caravan-classes Today...

On today's episode singer/songwriter Bobbie Lancaster shares her journey of becoming a musician.  Along with teaching songwriting through the "Arts for Learning" organization and conducting music at her church Bobbie has has now produced 9 albums in a wide variety of musical genres including blues, bluegrass, folk, children's music,and gospel.  Listen to her recordings on CD Baby or follow her on...

On today's episode fiber artist, Paula Scott-Frantz, shares her love of felt as well as her extraordinary personal art stories.  She has been working with the Indianapolis Museum of Art for over twenty years and offers a refreshing perspective on the purpose of art. The art history story of the day is about the origin of art therapy movement. On the Alchemy of Art podcast we interview artists from...

Are you ready to take the next step and become a professional artist?  In this episode Hirschten answers this question covering the wide variety of ways artist make money today and what it takes to bring in business.  The story of the day is the ancient fable by Aesop, "The Silkworm Weaver." On the Alchemy of Art podcast we interview artists from a wide variety of mediums about their creative proc...

Today's episode features an interview with artist and curator, Kyle Herrington.  The chat covers his thoughts on modern artwork, using humor and censorship.  Find out more about Kyle's work at: www.kyleaherrington.com . In addition Hirschten shares two true stories from art history: the story of the painting the Mona Lisa and what happened to the works of the Louvre museum during World War II. On...

In the wake of social unrest following the 2016 election Hirschten shares uplifting stories of many different inspiring artists including Jacques Louis David, Picasso, Romare Bearden, Thornton Dial, Charles Dickens, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Ella Jenkins, Pete Seeger and Sadoko Susaki and the 1,000 Paper Cranes.  Each of these artists used their artwork to share stories of injustice and push for social...

Have you fantasized about becoming a professional artist?  In this episode Hirschten creates a pro/con list that breaks down the good, the bad and the ugly sides of becoming a professional artist. The story of the day explains the creation of Kolam designs. On the Alchemy of Art podcast we interview artists from a wide variety of mediums about their creative process and art philosophy.  Each episo...

Do you have a pile of old paintings you are not proud of?  On today's episode Hirschten answers the question, "How do you clear the art clutter?"  First she lists ways to identify which pieces are ones you are not proud of then gives a variety of options for purging the "practice pieces."  The story of the day is a strange personal tale about a portrait that was hidden for 20 years. On the Alchemy...

Today's podcast features an interview with mixed media artist Tori Weyers and the true story of Mucha and Bernhardt. Tori Weyers is a fine artist and designer specializing in mixed media, screen printing, and abstract painting. Weyers received her BFA from the Art Academy of Cincinnati and has a passion for creating work that engages and delights the viewer with rich visual narratives, strong comp...

Today's podcast features an interview with the motion graphic artist, Rebecca Berdel, and the true story of Isadora Duncan. Berdel describes herself as a recovering motion designer seeking to return to non-digital outlets.  In this episode we explore the need to switch mediums and working as a professional creative.  View Berbel's work at:  http://www.rebeccaberdel.com/ On the Alchemy of Art podca...

Today’s podcast features an interview with art teacher, LauraLohmann of paintedpaperart.com and the true story of Vincent Van Gogh.  Laura Lohmann has been teaching elementary art for 20years in Ohio.  On her popular art blog,paintedpaperart.com she share a wide variety of art project ideas.  Many of these ideas are inspired byliterature and cultures from around the world. In addition she has less...

Today's podcast features an interview with the children's book illustrator, Sharon Vargo and the true story, "The $20 Bill."   Vargo is a writer and illustrator who lives in Carmel Indiana.  She received a BFA from Pratt Institute.  Her paintings have appeared in children’s books, magazines, textbooks,murals, limited edition prints, and are in private and museum collections.  She wrote and illustr...

Today's episode features an interview with clay and fiber artist Cara Moczygemba and a personal art story about jealousy. Cara Moczygemba is a clay and fiber artist who holds aMFA in Fine Art from California State University, Long Beach.  She currently works for AMACO (the AmericanArt Clay Company) where she specializes in marketing, making sample pieces foradvertising and producing how-to videos...

Today's episode features an interview with contemporary illustrator and synesthete, Bianca Dudeck-Mandity and the story of Wassily Kandinsky.   Find out more about Bianca's work at: www.biancandm.com .  On the Alchemy of Art podcast we interview artists from a wide variety of mediums about their creative process and art philosophy.  Each episode includes folktales and true stories about artists to...

Today's episode of the Alchemy of Art Podcast features an interview with the painter, Randall David Tipton and the folktale, "The Moon and the Dressmaker."  Find out more about Randall's work at: www.randalldavidtipton.com On the Alchemy of Art Podcast we interview artists from a wide variety of mediums about their creative process and art philosophy.  Each episode includes folktales and true stor...