The Alchemy of Art Podcast Episode 72 Art During Quarantine

 

Today’s episode of the Alchemy of Art podcast features a chat about how the coronavirus social restrictions are affecting artists today as well as how artists of the past have used forced or chosen seclusion to their advantage. 

On the Alchemy of Art podcast we chat about the creative process and philosophy.  Each episode includes stories, dreams and reflections to inspire you and keep you going.  Hosted by Vita, a contemporary impressionist painter, art teacher, author and public speaker.  Find out more at https://studioalchemy.art/. Take online creativity classes at:  https://the-alchemy-of-painting.teachable.com/courses

The Alchemy of Art Podcast Episode 71 Should you make plans?

As we welcome in the new year it is customary to make plans.  Is it worth making plans?  On today’s episode of the Alchemy of Art podcast we chat about whether you should make plans to do your creative projects or not.

On the Alchemy of Art podcast we chat about the creative process and philosophy.  Each episode includes stories, dreams and reflections to inspire you and keep you going.  Hosted by Vita, a contemporary impressionist painter, art teacher, author and public speaker.  Find out more at https://studioalchemy.art/. Take online creativity classes at:  https://the-alchemy-of-painting.teachable.com/courses

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Art Inspiration: The Return of the Light

"The world, moist and beautiful, calls to each of us to make a new and serious response. That's the big question, the one the world throws at you every morning. "Here you are, alive. Would you like to make a comment?”
-Mary Oliver

My latest painting, "Morning at the Rookery," is inspired by morning light shining through the mist. 

This summer I visited a rookery, a nesting sanctuary for birds, on the coast in North Carolina.  There were many white egrets who silently flew from tree to tree. 

How light affects the landscape is one of my favorite painting topics! 

For this painting I was trying a new technique, creating the misty sections first using not just my old trusty paint brush but also rubbing in paint with a rag.  I layered the paint thinly to create the soft transitions.



May you be filled with light during this holiday season!

"It is during out darkest moments that we must focus to see the light."
-Aristotle

Are you still looking for holiday gifts?

You can purchase Studio Alchemy Gift Certificates for art classes or original paintings on Square here:  
https://squareup.com/gift/DYDDHREVP499Z/order


Order online art classes on Teachable.  If your family members are interested in getting their creative juices flowing sign them up for a class! 


My newest online class, "Create Your Visionary Life Plan" starts on January 14th 2021. You can sign up now using promocode EARLYBIRD to receive 25% off!

 
Purchase books like the "Alchemy of Art: Stories for the Classroom" or my painting how-to guidebook, "The Alchemy of Painting."  While you can't order them online now in time for Christmas you can stop by my studio by appointment to purchase copies.

  
Buy original paintings by visiting Studio Alchemy in downtown Indianapolis.  I have a wide variety of both small and large paintings that would make perfect gifts.  Message me at ahirschten@gmail.com to book a private appointment for your visit.


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The Alchemy of Art Podcast Episode 70 The Magic of Vision Boards

 

Today’s episode of the Alchemy of Art podcast features a discussion about "The Magic of Vision Boards."  Why do we make vision boards?  What purpose do they serve?  

On the Alchemy of Art podcast we chat about the creative process and philosophy.  Each episode includes stories, dreams and reflections to inspire you and keep you going.  Hosted by Vita, a contemporary impressionist painter, art teacher, author and public speaker.  Find out more at https://studioalchemy.art/. Take online creativity classes at:  https://the-alchemy-of-painting.teachable.com/courses

Interested in creating your own Visionary Life Plan?  

Find out more about our upcoming online class at: https://the-alchemy-of-painting.teachable.com/p/visionarylifeplan

Create your own Visionary Life Plan!

Hello My Fellow Art Lovers- 

"Tell me, what it is you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?"
-Mary Oliver

Do you have a clear vision of what you will do in the future? 

One of my secrets to success is that every January I create a vision board life plan. Vision boards are collages made from images that represent what you want in life.  

I make, not just one vision board, but a whole life plan.  

This process clarifies my dreams in a way that makes them easier to accomplish. 

It is always a fun process that helps me make important decisions. This process helped me decide to start my own art gallery! 

I am happy to announce that you can now learn these techniques in my new Visionary Life Plan online class

This 14 day class starts January 14th 2021!  You can start anytime but if you purchase on or before January 14th 2021 using promocode EARLYBIRD you can receive 25 % off!  Click "Add coupon" on the checkout page.

I've been thinking a lot about how I want to restructure my life once this Covid quarantine time is over.  If you join us for this class we will create our life plans together and have a clearer vision of how to move forward. 

Find out more here:  https://the-alchemy-of-painting.teachable.com/p/visionarylifeplan

The Best Deal on Online Art Classes: Art Bundle for Good!

 

"Looking for beauty we find beauty.  Looking for violence we find violence.  Beauty may be found amidst squalor, violence hidden in good deeds.  'Seek and ye shall find,' the Bible says, and it is often true.  Only a deep inquiry into our own hearts reveals the direction that is right."

-Roberta Weir



While we now have kitties living at Studio Alchemy I am seriously starting to miss our in-person art classes!  But good news if you are interested in improving your art skills you can sign up for Art Bundle for Good....


I was honored to be invited to contribute my class "Creative Art Journaling" to Art Bundle for Good.  It is an amazing package deal of online art classes. There are more than 75 artists contributing art courses and resources with a value of over $4000!  You can learn from a wide variety of teachers all from the comfort of home.

In addition 25% of the profits from the sale are going of Courageous Kitchen, a Bangkok based charity helping refugees. 

Find out more here:   https://www.art.bundlesforgood.com/?ap_id=StudioAlchemy 



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Alchemy of Art Podcast Reboot!

 

Yes it is true!  The Alchemy of Art Podcast is up and running again with new episodes on "Using Art to Heal,"  "The Art of the Mask," and "The Art of Decorating."  More to come!  

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Art Inspiration: Finding your Creative Voice

 

Hands Creating, Oil on Canvas, Vita 2019

"Spirit and energy should be clear as the night air;
In the soundless is the ultimate pleasure all along."
-Sun Buer

I dreamed recently that I was on a stage talking to a crowd of people.  They couldn't hear me and asked me to speak louder.  I started shouting and felt liberated to finally be heard.

Are there things you'd like to say with your creative voice?  

If so I've created a new free lecture for you:

Simply go to my online art classes site: https://the-alchemy-of-painting.teachable.com/courses and register for free. 

 
Open, Oil on Canvas, Vita 2019
 

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Alchemy of Art Podcast Episode 63 Interview with Mixed Media Artist, Lauren Reiner

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 This episode features an interview with mixed media artist, Lauren Reiner.  Find out more about her work at:  http://www.weedsandwonder.com/

On the Alchemy of Art podcast we interview artist from a wide variety of mediums about their creative process and art philosophy.  Each episode includes folktales and true stories about artists to inspire you and keep you going.  Hosted by Addie Hirschten, a contemporary painter, art teacher, author and public speaker. Find out more at http://studioalchemy.art/ Take Hirschten's new online classes on www.alchemyofpainting.com

Alchemy of Art Podcast Episode 62 Truth vs. Beauty?

Do you create art to show the big ugly truths of human existence or to glorify the beautiful?  On today's episode we discuss whether truth is more or less important than beauty in art pulling from the thoughts of art philosophers John Ruskin and Oscar Wilde as well as Aesop, Perrault and the Grimm Brothers.

On the Alchemy of Art podcast we interview artist from a wide variety of mediums about their creative process and art philosophy.  Each episode includes folktales and true stories about artists to inspire you and keep you going.  Hosted by Addie Hirschten, a contemporary painter, art teacher, author and public speaker. Find out more at http://studioalchemy.art/ Take Hirschten's new online classes on www.alchemyofpainting.com

Alchemy of Art Podcast Episode 61 Muralist Jules Muck

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Today's episode features an interview with muralist and graffiti artist Jules Muck.  We discuss her work and the recent controversial bunnies mural in Indianapolis.  Find out more about Muck's work at:  www.julesmuck.com

On the Alchemy of Art podcast we interview artist from a wide variety of mediums about their creative process and art philosophy.  Each episode includes folktales and true stories about artists to inspire you and keep you going.  Hosted by Addie Hirschten, a contemporary painter, art teacher, author and public speaker. Find out more at http://studioalchemy.art/ Take Hirschten's new online classes on www.alchemyofpainting.com