Saturday, April 22, 2017

Alchemy of Art Podcast Episode 42 Interview with Painter Megan Jefferson




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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.  Each episode includes folktales and true stories about artists to inspire you and keep you going.  Hosted by Addie Hirschten, a contemporary impressionist painter, art teacher, author and public speaker.  Find out more at www.azhirfineart.com


Wednesday, April 5, 2017

Alchemy of Art Podcast Episode 41 Interview with the Creators of Caravan Classes



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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's episode also features the story behind our current American flag's design featured in the book, "The Alchemy of Art: Stories for the Classroom."  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 inspire you and keep you going.  Hosted by Addie Hirschten, a contemporary impressionist painter, art teacher, author and public speaker.  Find out more at www.azhirfineart.com.

"Petal Pushers" Show at the Harrison Center for the Arts

Flower Sale in the Park, San Miguel de Allende
Copyright 2017 Hirschten
Oil on Canvas
Join me this Friday night from 6-9pm at the Harrison Center for the Arts for the show "Petal Pushers."  I have six new paintings in the show and there is amazing work by several other artists as well.