The Left Brain Artist

Margaret Byrd's love of travel has influenced her art making. She creates temporary art installations out in nature, using natural materials and dyes that can break down and become a part of the environment. Creating these installations is logistically challenging, but she improves her techniques each time she visits a new location. She will inspire you to make art on your next traveling adventure. Show Notes and links for all my episodes can be found at https://suzanneredmond.com/podcast/list-of-artists/

Artist Mati Rose McDonough went to art school in California, and has been there ever since. But for the last few years, she’s been traveling to different places in the world hosting art retreats with artist Faith Evans-Sills. Mati has been an illustrator, author, and has licensed her artwork, and now she offers online classes and retreats, spreading her message of creative courage. The Show Notes and links for all my episodes can be found at https://suzanneredmond.com/podcast/list-of-artists/

Artist Faith Evans-Sills grew up as a world traveler with her family, and she’s continued that with the art retreats that she teaches in Morocco and Costa Rica. She also teaches online courses, she’s written a book, and she creates beautiful artwork. We talk about her art-filled life, how she's adjusted things since she's had kids, and her business collaboration with artist Mati Rose McDonough. The Show Notes and links for all my episodes can be found at https://suzanneredmond.com/podcast/list-of-artist

Crystal Neubauer lives in Wisconsin, where she creates mixed media artwork, using the broken, cast off, and overlooked items of the past. She brings new life to forgotten objects in the form of collage. Crystal also travels to teach her art techniques, appearing at venues across the United States. Show notes for all of these episodes can be found on my website at https://suzanneredmond.com/podcast/list-of-artists/

This is a summary episode for the first Season of this podcast. I share some stats about the show and talk about some of the best moments from the first 50 artist interviews. I also share some things from behind the scenes and play bits that happened after the episode was over. I also reveal some exciting plans for the new season. Show notes for all of these episodes can be found on my website at https://suzanneredmond.com/podcast/list-of-artists/

Morgan Winter is a painter and all-around maker with a home and studio in Brooklyn, New York. She paints in bright colors, offset by dramatic black swirls and details. She only works on projects that she thinks are awesome, and that’s been a great philosophy that has lead to many mural projects in the city, and gallery shows across the U.S. The Show Notes and links for all my episodes can be found at https://suzanneredmond.com/podcast/list-of-artists/

When working to develop your artistic style, it’s a good idea to try a lot of tools and materials. I try high flow acrylics, air brush medium, and watercolor markers, and I explain what they are and what I think of them. I also recommend my favorite kinds of pens. Mark making has become very popular with mixed media art, and I suggest many tools and techniques you can use. I include photos of the art I made with these new tools in my Show Notes, at https://suzanneredmond.com/podcast/list-of-artists/

Sara Schroeder is an artist living near Miami. She developed her art style by taking online art classes and playing with different art supplies and tools. She now consistently posts her artwork on Instagram, and has her artwork displayed in galleries. This interview is filled with art supply suggestions, Instagram tips, and shoutouts to many inspiring artists. The Show Notes and links for all my episodes can be found at https://suzanneredmond.com/podcast/list-of-artists/

Email Marketing is using email to promote your products or services. It can be argued that email is more important and a more reliable way to promote your business and convert that promotion into sales. I will explain how you can get names for your list, give recommendations for email software, and suggest what to include in a newsletter and how to create one. Show notes for all of these episodes can be found on my website at https://suzanneredmond.com/podcast/list-of-artists/

Desha Peacock is a creative business coach who works one on one with creatives. She also provides online classes, and offers retreats in Mexico. She actually spends part of her year in Mexico. She tells me how she got into coaching and goes into great detail describing all of the wonderful things that she offers creatives. The Show Notes and links for all my episodes can be found at https://suzanneredmond.com/podcast/list-of-artists/

Self-publishing a book of your art can be a great addition to your business brand. In this episode, I describe how you can design your book, what to consider when looking for a publisher, and what you should consider before starting this venture. Show notes for all of these episodes can be found on my website at https://suzanneredmond.com/podcast/list-of-artists/

Florida artist Lara Chapman took up photography only two years ago, but she’s already had a solo show of her work, and won awards. She also is using photography to pursue a mission of helping people to slow down their lives and notice nature and the people around them. This episode is full of great tips on how to self-publish a book of photographs and how to frame large artworks inexpensively. The Show Notes and links for all my episodes can be found at https://suzanneredmond.com/podcast/list-of-artists/

Libraries offer so many things, more than just books. Today I’m telling you about my love of libraries, and I’ll let you in on the resources that they offer that you can take advantage of as an artist. Show notes for all of these episodes can be found on my website at https://suzanneredmond.com/podcast/list-of-artists/

You may know artist Jenny Doh from her many books, or her time as the editor of Somerset Studio magazine. But lately Jenny has been focusing on her own art, and teaching her skills to others through her Studio Crescendoh as well as at classes throughout the U.S. From years of working with artists, Jenny knows just how to make a student comfortable and open to learning something new. The Show Notes and links for all my episodes can be found at https://suzanneredmond.com/podcast/list-of-artists/

Artists are being hired to paint live during fundraisers and weddings, providing entertainment to the guests. One event becomes many, as artists receive more event painting opportunities through word of mouth. I go over how you should plan a live painting job, what you’ll need to bring, and what to expect at the event. I also give some ideas of how you can find these opportunities. Show notes for all of these episodes can be found on my website at https://suzanneredmond.com/podcast/list-of-artists/