Art Juice: A podcast for artists, creatives and art lovers
278 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 10 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 646 ratingsA podcast for artists, aspiring creatives, and art lovers.
Two artists share their thoughts on art, life and everything in between. Join Alice Sheridan and Louise Fletcher for honest, generous, and humorous conversations that will feed your creative soul AND get you thinking.
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Inspiration, Emulation or Outright Theft?
July 23, 2024 03:00 - 55 minutes - 102 MBAs artists we all stand on the shoulders of giants. Like magpies, we pick up inspiration and ideas as we move through the world. Hopefully we alchemise these ideas into something new and original to us ... but where do we draw the line between inspiration and emulation. When are we turning an idea into something new, versus simply lifting it wholesale. And what happens when someone takes your idea or artwork and markets it as their own?
Open Calls - the Gallery View [259]
July 16, 2024 03:00 - 53 minutes - 49.6 MBThis week Alice is joined by two UK gallery owners to discuss Open Call exhibitions - from the inside! When artists can sometimes feel submissions are a waste of time, two gallerists share why they choose to use this as part of their offer for artists, and the relationships which build from it. They let us in on some of the behind the scenes set-up, and what it really takes to organise and run an open call, and what an ideal submission looks like. We also push them on the tricky topic of...
Colour frustrations and Guideposts [258]
July 09, 2024 03:00 - 49 minutes - 92.7 MBLouise is in colour frustration as she uses paint in a different way out of the studio. And Alice is back from a third away event in as many weeks with some reflections about finding your direction and staying the course. What does trusting your intuition really feel like? How we debate with logic and recognising what you don't even realise you need yet... when it happens in front of you. Find Alice Sheridan at: www.alicesheridan.com ...
Tears, Fears & Emotional Rollercoasters [257]
July 02, 2024 03:00 - 43 minutes - 81.5 MBThis week, we're diving into what it means to live a creative life, and what toll it takes emotionally. Is there a way to regulate your emotional state through a large project or body of work? And should you even try? As Louise starts a major new project, we discuss dopamine hits, tears, and the importance of simply being present. Find Alice Sheridan at: www.alicesheridan.com @...
Tears, Fears & Emotional Rollercoasters
July 02, 2024 03:00 - 43 minutes - 81.5 MBThis week, we're diving into what it means to live a creative life, and what toll it takes emotionally. Is there a way to regulate your emotional state through a large project or body of work? And should you even try? As Louise starts a major new project, we discuss dopamine hits, tears, and the importance of simply being present. Find Alice Sheridan at: www.alicesheridan.com @...
Open Calls - the Artist View [256]
June 25, 2024 03:00 - 55 minutes - 102 MBAre submitting to open calls part of your practice? Maybe you find the rejection hard to handle? Or you're fed up of losing submission fees... This week's show was prompted by a rather shocking and sad recent scenario involving the Livingstone gallery. If you got caught up in it, you're not alone. But it prompted a discussion about whether we should be more wary about open calls, or if they can be a beneficial element in building your career. Alice is joined by Abigail Bowen and Jessie W...
Turning Ideas Into Reality [255]
June 19, 2024 07:30 - 48 minutes - 89.9 MBThis week, we're talking about the long journey from initial idea to fully fledged reality. So often people give up at the very first hurdle, but we have both learned the value of persistence in our art and our businesses. In this episode, we share what we've learned, including "no you haven't ruined it," and "stop staring at the problem." There is genuine wisdom in this episode, and we hope our hard-earned lessons can help you stay the course in your own art practice. Mentioned Anna F. Ma...
What if we stopped selling? [254]
June 11, 2024 03:00 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBThis week, we’re talking sales - or rather, we’re talking what happens if we take sales out of the equation. Alice has just finished a gallery show while Louise has a pile of finished paintings she hasn’t yet put on her website. We discuss the role that sales play in our creative process and in our ultimate satisfaction. Is it important to exchange money for paintings? How would it feel to give work away? Or to make work with no intention of ever sharing it? And what impact would these dec...
Enjoying the Journey with Louisa Sugden [253]
May 28, 2024 03:11 - 48 minutes - 89.3 MBLouisa Sugden is a photographer, stylist, and content creator with a large social media following and a house renovation that has taken 8 years (and counting). In this episode, Louise talks to Louisa about how she learned to slow down and enjoy life, even while living in semi-chaos, and how she has learned to share honestly on social media and Youtube, without worrying what people think. Louisa might not be a painter, but we think she's a true artist and we hope you enjoy this inspiring con...
Studio Secrets [252]
May 21, 2024 03:01 - 56 minutes - 105 MBThis week's episode began with a simple question: do you wash your brushes before finishing for the day? But we soon realised that work practices and studio set-up are a whole topic, so join us as we dive into storage, colour mixing, and the ways in which our spaces evolve as our work changes. Mentioned Windmill Hill The Most Fun We Ever Had Still Life The Art of Gathering Find Alice Sheridan at: www.alicesheridan.com ...
Making Art that Connects [251]
May 14, 2024 03:00 - 17 minutes - 32.9 MBIn this solo episode, Louise reflects on a key principle of art-making - one that can take your art from good to great. If you want your art to connect with others, who better to learn from that Taylor Swift? Her new album is the most successful of all time, and Louise thinks she knows why. She also thinks we can all learn something from it. So if you want to make art that resonates deeply with other humans, this episode is for you. Mentioned The 1975 live at Madison Square Garden Torture...
You Tube Confidence for Artists with Matt Hughes [250]
May 07, 2024 03:00 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MBMatt Hughes (known as the King of Video) joins Alice to bring some ease and encouragement for artists who want to get started on YouTube. We talk about gaining confidence, what equipment you may need and Matt shares how a simple strategy can multiply your presence online. Recommended software: InShot, CapCut and repurpose.io Sign up for the Friday workshop Matt offers - at kingofvideo.co.uk Join Matt and a fabulous panel of speakers at TubeFest in Birmingham on Thursday 23rd May 2024 Ge...
5 Ways to Give Yourself a Creative Boost [249]
April 30, 2024 03:30 - 53 minutes - 99.8 MBThis week, Louise returns from a two-week residency in Sausalito, California, where she worked in the studio of another artist. This trip provided Louise with a huge creative boost, and in this episode, she shares 5 takeaways that she feels can help anyone do the same - without going anywhere. So if you're feeling a bit stuck, this episode is packed with practical tips to get the creative juices flowing. Mentioned: Bibby Gignillait Mariana Durst Gordon Studer Andrew Faulkner Art2Life ...
Find your Creative Spark with Jenny Grant [248]
April 23, 2024 03:00 - 55 minutes - 104 MBJenny Grant is a Mixed Media Artist living in Stockholm, Sweden who has sold artwork, exhibited and run workshops all over the world. Over the years she’s developed an intuitive, unstructured, tactile and yes, messy (but fun!) process that has allowed her to create her unique style.. She’s on a mission to inspire people like you to be brave, to use your inner creativity and to do more of what you love. To learn how to be more creative in life, as well as in your art. Today we talk about h...
Bali rules [247]
April 16, 2024 03:00 - 1 hour - 115 MB“The pleasure we derive from journeys is perhaps dependent more on the mindset with which we travel than on the destination we travel to.” Alain de Botton This week we're catching up after Alice's trip to Bali with stories of hot hikes, vibrating water beds (?!) and more! While travel can be fun, the real benefit is how experiences like this can change the way you do things, or what you think of as possible. What can we take back in to our art practice - perhaps to nudge our edges a bit......
Making Space for Creativity [246]
April 02, 2024 03:00 - 58 minutes - 109 MBDo you ever find yourself rushing around, filling every moment, and then wondering why your art is disappointing? In today's conversation, we explore the topic of making space and allowing our art to breathe. Sometimes this means letting a single painting rest before working on it again, and sometimes it means taking a complete break to recharge and find new creative energy. For some people this comes easily - for others it can be extremely challenging. If you are one of those people, we hop...
Are you keeping up? [245]
March 26, 2024 04:00 - 55 minutes - 102 MBIn a week a little squeezed by life admin we take time to explore how we feel about the idea of "keeping up". This often comes up for artists in the guise of keeping up with courses, with their own set projects (100 day project anyone?) or even the criteria we create for ourselves. But is there a different way to look at what we take on? https://www.instagram.com/reel/C4pJzINL3_k/?igsh=MTZnNmNicjJjZGIxeA%3D%3D This week we consider where we may be in too much of a hurry and invite you t...
Nurturing Your Creative Practice (with Sally-Anne Ashley) [244]
March 19, 2024 04:51 - 44 minutes - 82.3 MBThis week, Louise welcomes guest artist Sally-Anne Ashley, who has thought very deeply about what it means to build and sustain a creative practice. In this conversation, Louise and Sally-Anne discuss the foundations to intuitive painting; explore the importance of awareness, and dive into the challenges of trusting our own intuition. This is a deeply inspiring conversation that we hope you'll enjoy. Mentioned: Sally-Anne Ashley's "Creative Shift" course: https://www.sally-anneashley.com/c...
Nurturing Your Creative Practice (with Sally-Anne Ashley)
March 19, 2024 04:51 - 44 minutes - 82.3 MBThis week, Louise welcomes guest artist Sally-Anne Ashley, who has thought very deeply about what it means to build and sustain a creative practice. In this conversation, Louise and Sally-Anne discuss the foundations to intuitive painting; explore the importance of awareness, and dive into the challenges of trusting our own intuition. This is a deeply inspiring conversation that we hope you'll enjoy. Mentioned: Sally-Anne Ashley's "Creative Shift" course: https://www.sally-anneashley.com/c...
Whats in a Name? Talking Titles [243]
March 12, 2024 04:00 - 59 minutes - 111 MBThis week, we’re talking titles. Yep, that stage when you think the work is complete - and there’s still the process of coming up with a title for your masterpiece. Does it even matter what we choose? Do they make you more or less likely to buy a painting? From locations to the disappointment of “untitled” we look back over some of our favourite ways to select relevant titles - and even try to think of the most off-putting title we can. With so many ways to choose, this is the final stage ...
How to Price Your Art [242]
March 05, 2024 04:00 - 51 minutes - 96.7 MBOften a sensitive and uncomfortable topic, but the question of how to price your art is essential to consider - and to confront if you are to avoid getting stuck in the weeds of self-doubt! In this episode we run through some common pricing strategies artists use and cover the pros and pitfalls of each of them to help you determine prices when you’ve never sold before. We also cover when it's time to raise your prices and factoring in elements such as gallery commission, work on paper vs '...
Soul Made Events: with Kellee Wynne [241]
February 27, 2024 03:59 - 50 minutes - 94.3 MBToday we're talking about that tipping point moment when you know things need to change which happens at various stages of the creative path. There are times when we need a little nudge, time to reflect or sometimes even to be given permission to create what we desire OR to strip back and gain some clarity as we craft the next stage of our journey. We're introducing a very special in-person event, to be held in the UK over 2 days in May 2024, hosted by Alice Sheridan and Kellee Wynne Conrad...
The #1 Way to Sell (or Share) Your Art [240]
February 20, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour - 111 MBIf you want to sell art (or workshops or mentoring), what's the most effective way? You might think of galleries or art fairs or group exhibitions or social media, but in our experience, the answer is none of those. In our experience, the good old email list our most effective sales tool. And yet, many of us struggle to send emails - perhaps we feel we're bothering people or perhaps we don't know what to say. In this episode, we break down our own approaches to email, discuss the role of Sub...
Nurturing Our Ideas [239]
February 13, 2024 04:00 - 44 minutes - 82.7 MBAs artists, we rarely lack ideas. But how do you nurture those ideas so that they come to full fruition? It's possible to rush that first inkling, so that it never has a chance to reach its full potential. It's also possible to have so many flashes of inspiration that you never find a focus. Both Alice and Louise are feeling the need to make a nurturing space for their current ideas, and both are working on ways to do that. We don't have all the answers - but maybe we have some thoughts that...
The Value of a Sketchbook Practice [238]
January 30, 2024 04:00 - 58 minutes - 44.2 MBHow do you use sketchbooks? Do you make beautiful illustrative drawings or is your book more of a scrapbook? Do you work regularly in sketchbooks or only now and then? And do you prefer loose sheets or actual books? This week we're diving into all this and more. Sketchbooks are a place we return to time and again to regroup, gather ideas, or simply experiment with materials. Neither of us could make our art without periods where retreat into our sketchbooks. Perhaps this conversation will en...
More Sales Please! with Sara Dalrymple [237]
January 23, 2024 04:00 - 56 minutes - 105 MBThe art of selling may not feel like it comes easily, but today Sara Dalrymple joins Alice to talk about how artists can see this differently. We talk about preserving your no. 1 asset, a key non-negotiable you must be prepared for, and more than one reason why artists are perhaps BEST placed for making sales - once you have a few things adjusted and in order! Having grown her own photography business, Sara founded a specialist sales consultancy, mentoring other creatives selling their p...
New Year's Catch Up [236]
January 16, 2024 04:00 - 47 minutes - 88.6 MBRoll on 2024! It's been a while since we've recorded together and we really enjoyed getting back together for this catch-up chat. Our primary focus this week is the the differing ways we have both begun the new year. Alice eased in to 2024 with a lot of family time, while Louise took an exciting trip to New York ... and yet perhaps we're not so different after all. Our chat reveals that we are approaching this year with a new attitude and a new appreciation for things other than work (althou...
The State of Instagram in 2024 [235]
January 09, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour - 114 MBAs we bounce (?!) back into 2024 after a seasonal break I'm joined by JoMcCarthy for an informal discussion around how we find ourselves using Instagram - or planning to. This isn't a strategy plan, or top tips for getting the best marketing results, but about how we use the platform, and finding ways to enjoy what it offers. We dip into phone addiction, habits, what content we like to consume and to create. When social media is viewed by many as a time suck, what should you consider if ...
How was your year? [234]
December 09, 2023 09:05 - 49 minutes - 91.6 MBAs we head for our Christmas break, we look back on 2023 and ask ‘how did it go?’ For this episode, we pulled out planners and notebooks to look back on what we hoped to achieve and how it all went. This process can be so valuable; the pause is a chance to reflect on your priorities and an opportunity to realign them if need be. It can also be an opportunity to recognise your own achievements, to start thinking about new goals, and perhaps also to notice what you no longer desire. Mention...
Patience, Persistence and Self-Belief [233]
November 28, 2023 07:55 - 49 minutes - 91.3 MBThis week, we’re all about inspiring women. Louise reveals a surprising fascination with medieval history, and explains how it led her to reflect on the value of patience, persistence and self-belief even when it seems unwarranted. If one determined woman can beat seemingly insurmountable odds to find a long-dead King, what might we be capable of? How often do we give up on something just before the big breakthrough? Where might childhood trauma be holding us back in later life? And how much...
Minding the Gap [232]
November 21, 2023 04:00 - 36 minutes - 67.2 MBThis week, we answer a question from a new listener who has recently begun to paint. Eric is wondering how to make the leap from copying images to making his own unique work. This question sparked a discussion about the ways in which artists find their own unique path. For us, this has included gathering visual references, noticing (and valuing) our own preferences, trusting our instincts, learning about other artists, and finding ways to learn in-person. For beginners there is always a gap ...
Ready and Prepped for your next Art Event [231]
November 14, 2023 04:00 - 37 minutes - 69.9 MBLet’s talk about events - specifically, getting ready for them. As Alice prepares for Manchester Art Fair, we share our top tips for event prep. When you do you order frames? How can you promote the event in advance? What should you store in your event box? How will you take payments? What kind of shoes should you wear? (!) These are just some of the points we raise this week. An event can be a really fun and rewarding thing to do as long as you prepare well in advance, so we hope this conv...
Measuring Success [230]
November 07, 2023 13:04 - 54 minutes - 102 MBThis week, we've been thinking about measuring - specifically about choosing what we measure, and how that can (and should) change over time. The truth is that what gets measured tends to get done - by tracking things, we place our focus on them, and when we place our focus on something, we are more likely to do it. Over the years, we have chosen to focus on studio time, social media results, sales, expenses and much more. But we are now noticing how much our focus has changed as our priorit...
A Framework for Creativity? [229]
November 06, 2023 15:55 - 56 minutes - 104 MBThis week, we revisit episode 228 (an interview with author Christine Coulson) and discuss the key ideas we found inspiring. In the process, it's possible we have defined a framework for creativity - a set of ideas that can ignite new ideas and new ways of working for anyone. If you feel you want to take your work forward in new or different ways, this is the conversation for you. Make sure to have a way of taking notes, because this is a doozy :) Mentioned: Picasso documentary https://www...
A Framework for Creativity? [227]
October 24, 2023 03:05 - 56 minutes - 104 MBThis week, we revisit episode 226 (an interview with author Christine Coulson) and discuss the key ideas we found inspiring. In the process, it's possible we have defined a framework for creativity - a set of ideas that can ignite new ideas and new ways of working for anyone. If you feel you want to take your work forward in new or different ways, this is the conversation for you. Make sure to have a way of taking notes, because this is a doozy :) Mentioned: Picasso documentary https://www...
One Woman Show [228]
October 17, 2023 03:00 - 53 minutes - 100 MBToday, we have the pleasure of speaking with writer Christine Coulson, whose background as a writer for the Metropolitan Museum of Art has inspired her to create a unique book; "One Woman Show" is a novel that uses the structure of museum wall labels to weave together the captivating life story of Kitty. This is a discussion about using restructions in your work and how you can find the freedom to take liberties when you explore within different constraints. Lots of ideas to take: word shop...
Using Design to Make Better Art [227]
October 10, 2023 03:00 - 52 minutes - 97.4 MBCan you design a better painting? This week we answer a listener question about how we use design in our paintings, including the use of line. As we discuss the benefits or constraints of an informed academic approach vs intuition Alice draws on her graphic design background and perhaps the dangers of 'getting it right' too soon. As you look at your own work, what stands out to you? We'll all have our own preferences and ways to draw attention and bring clarity. And we share some honest tr...
Scams, Hacks & Trolls [226]
October 03, 2023 03:00 - 56 minutes - 52.2 MBAfter a week in which Alice's Facebook account was hacked, we discuss the negative sides to social media, emails and online life in general. Is there a way to build community and market our work without having to constantly guard against people who don't deserve our attention? Whether it is scammers trying to take your money, hackers trying to take your accounts, or trolls trying to take your happiness, it seems the online world is fraught with potential pitfalls. But maybe there are ways to...
On Critiques and Feedback [225]
September 26, 2023 03:00 - 21 minutes - 40.6 MBIn this solo episode, Louise explores the idea of critiques and feedback. When is is valuable to seek critique? What kind of feedback is helpful? And how does this all relate to finding our own authentic, unique way of making art? We'd love to hear your thoughts as we suspect this is different for everyone, but we hope it offers some food for thought and debate. Find Alice Sheridan at: www.alicesheridan.com @alicesheridanstudio Find more about Lo...
Emails! [224]
September 19, 2023 03:00 - 53 minutes - 98.3 MBHow do you feel about emails? Do you like receiving them? Do you use them effectively to market your artwork? Or do you find the whole idea a giant turn-off? This week we discuss the ins and outs of email marketing, share our own experiences, and even learn a few things along the way. If you find yourself wondering how to sell more art, or struggling to come up with a regular email newsletter, this the episode for you. Find Alice Sheridan at: www.alicesheridan.com ...
The Secret to Making Art That Connects [223]
September 05, 2023 03:00 - 54 minutes - 101 MBThis week we're tackling the topic of vulnerability - what does it mean for artists and why does it matter? In this wide-ranging discussion, we touch on the relationship between vulnerability and risk-taking; the importance of connecting with your work and your audience; and the fears that hold us back from showing our true selves. We close with a challenge to you - where can you allow yourself to be just a little bit more brave, just a little bit more open? Louise's free course is open for...
The Secret to Making Art That Connects [233]
September 05, 2023 03:00 - 54 minutes - 101 MBThis week we're tackling the topic of vulnerability - what does it mean for artists and why does it matter? In this wide-ranging discussion, we touch on the relationship between vulnerability and risk-taking; the importance of connecting with your work and your audience; and the fears that hold us back from showing our true selves. We close with a challenge to you - where can you allow yourself to be just a little bit more brave, just a little bit more open? Louise's free course is open for...
Making Space for What Comes Next [222]
August 29, 2023 03:05 - 49 minutes - 91.1 MBRecently we have both been reevaluating parts of our life - both work and home. Perhaps this has to do with chronological age, but perhaps it also relates to the stages we've reached in our careers. All creatives are inherently driven by the desire to make new things, but success can sometimes lead us to settle into comfortable repetition. Personally, we both feel the need to make changes in order to keep things interesting and this week, we explore where that might lead. If you are feeling ...
Finding the Sweet Spot with Carlene Bronner [221]
August 22, 2023 03:00 - 51 minutes - 96.4 MBEight years ago, Carlene Bronner was told she had only 18 months to live. Luckily, that prognosis was wrong and today she joins Louise to discuss how the illness spurred her into new efforts with her art, and where those efforts led her. Carlene's journey has been remarkable and she now sells her artwork around the world. Our conversation covers the importance of play, the value of coming into alignment with yourself, and the importance of welcoming mistakes. Carlene is a true inspiration, s...
Can you stop trying so hard? [220]
August 15, 2023 03:05 - 12 minutes - 23.8 MBThis week's solo episode finds Louise musing on a quote from the writer Cheryl Strayed, who describes how she found her way with her writing. Instead of trying to write an amazing book, she says she simply "surrendered to the idea of my mediocrity" and then started writing anyway. This phrase seems to capture so much of what it means to be an artist. If we stop striving to be better than we currently are, we are free to experiment and play and find our way. In the process, we may create some...
Learning from Two Masters of Their Craft [219]
August 08, 2023 03:00 - 56 minutes - 104 MBThis week we were inspired by two different creative documentaries to consider what we might learn from two rather unexpected masters of their craft; from developing a persona to where we look for outside validation. We discuss constructing in the process of creating, the benefit outside influences can bring - and when to say no! There are also practical suggestions about the benefit of keeping a scrapbook (or at least a record or your progress) and the pitfalls of only seeing one side of su...
Where Next? Creative Shifts & Changing Priorities [218]
August 01, 2023 03:10 - 54 minutes - 102 MBWhat do you want from your art life? In this episode, Alice and Louise discuss the trials and joys of navigating through their own art careers. How do you know when it's time to change? And how do you find the courage to make that change, when there is no way of knowing the outcome? In this honest conversation, we emphasise the importance of reflection and self-awareness. If we don't regularly check in with ourselves, we can start to drift, or to be led by the needs and desires of others. Al...
Finding Purpose in Your Art with Debbie Taylor-Kerman [217]
July 25, 2023 03:23 - 54 minutes - 102 MBDebbie Taylor-Kerman is a New York-based artist who paints about the issues that most concern her. This week she joins Louise to discuss her life and her work. Debbie shares her formative experiences as a fish-out-of-water art student and explains how that time resonates in her work even today. Her early feelings of isolation and of never being "good enough" led her to a deep and abiding interest in issues of equality. She believes passionately that everyone is equal, no matter their race or...
Another Social Media Platform? [216]
July 18, 2023 03:00 - 46 minutes - 85.8 MBThis week, we share our thoughts on Meta's new social media platform Threads. Do you need to join? Do you have time to make the most of it? Is this something to help with your art career/business, or is it just a nice way of meeting new people and having interesting chats? Our conversation touches on introversion vs extroversion, the beauty of a platform with no algorithm, and the likely changes we can expect. If you're up for it, we recommend having a dabble with Threads - you might just fi...
Another Social Media Platform?
July 18, 2023 03:00 - 46 minutes - 85.8 MBThis week, we share our thoughts on Meta's new social media platform Threads. Do you need to join? Do you have time to make the most of it? Is this something to help with your art career/business, or is it just a nice way of meeting new people and having interesting chats? Our conversation touches on introversion vs extroversion, the beauty of a platform with no algorithm, and the likely changes we can expect. If you're up for it, we recommend having a dabble with Threads - you might just fi...