Brush Work (Stephanie Scott)

Want to show your creative friends how much you like their work, but can’t purchase anything just yet? Here are six ways you can support your artist friends, for free!

Instagram: @brushworkpod or @stephaniescott.art

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/

Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/

Is the muse escaping you? This episode tells you how to get and keep inspiration no matter what is happening in your life.

Instagram: @brushworkpod or @stephaniescott.art

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/

Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/

In 2019 and 2020 I made 25 paintings each year. In 2021 I made 42 paintings. How is it possible that I made almost twice as many paintings 2021? And how was I doing it while reducing my hours?

The answer is Twitch- but beyond that- the answer is a new kind of focus. Want to learn more? Listen to the episode!

“Accountability is the opportunity to live at choice rather than accidentally.
Accountability is the opportunity to carve out the future rather than to sit back and have it happen to you.
Accountability held from a stand as one's word is the ground from which one's own transformation is created on-goingly.
Transformation lives in accountability.
Without accountability, without committed speaking, without promises and declarations, there is no transformation; there is, at best, peak feelings.
A promise has real power.
A promise made from the stand that “who you are is your word” engages you as participant. You cease to be spectator, and your words become actions that actually impact the world.
With a promise, you create a condition that supports your commitment rather than your moods.
When motivational dialogue comes up about your preference versus your commitments, and you disregard the dialogue in favor of doing what you said you would do, solely because you said so, you distinguish yourself from your psychology. In that moment, you are your word as an action, rather than only as an idea you have.
In that moment, the promise becomes who you are rather than something you said; and your relationship to the world shifts. You find yourself producing results that seem discontinuous and unpredictable from the point of view of the spectator.
The experience is one of joy, fearlessness, irrepressible energy, and satisfaction.Accountability is the opportunity to live at choice rather than accidentally.
Accountability is the opportunity to carve out the future rather than to sit back and have it happen to you.
Accountability held from a stand as one's word is the ground from which one's own transformation is created on-goingly.
Transformation lives in accountability.
Without accountability, without committed speaking, without promises and declarations, there is no transformation; there is, at best, peak feelings.
A promise has real power.
A promise made from the stand that “who you are is your word” engages you as participant. You cease to be spectator, and your words become actions that actually impact the world.
With a promise, you create a condition that supports your commitment rather than your moods.
When motivational dialogue comes up about your preference versus your commitments, and you disregard the dialogue in favor of doing what you said you would do, solely because you said so, you distinguish yourself from your psychology. In that moment, you are your word as an action, rather than only as an idea you have.
In that moment, the promise becomes who you are rather than something you said; and your relationship to the world shifts. You find yourself producing results that seem discontinuous and unpredictable from the point of view of the spectator.
The experience is one of joy, fearlessness, irrepressible energy, and satisfaction.” - Werner Erhard

Instagram: @brushworkpod or @stephaniescott.art 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/ 

Project Green Studio was started in 2019 as a way to eliminate waste in my artistic practice. Join me in learning how I stopped throwing away paint, using paper towels, and broke up with plastic wrap in hopes for a greener art career.

Instagram: @brushworkpod or @stephaniescott.art 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/

How we unconsciously influence our artwork, questions to ask ourselves when the art is feeling stale, and why you should carefully curate your social media feeds.

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: @brushworkpod or @stephaniescott.art 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/ 

Come with me as I prepare for a group show at Gallery Ergo. I’ll tell you how I got the show, what I do during the show, and what happened during the opening!

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: @brushworkpod or @stephaniescott.art 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/ 

During the recording @visualnomad (Jennifer Geraci) and I chat about art school, the best exercises in the book, and how his lessons are useful for visual artists of all kinds. Art Book Club is recorded live on Twitch on Second Sundays. This month we discussed Hawthorne On Painting.

Want to come to the live recording? Join us on Twitch on Second Sundays at 3pm Pacific here: https://www.twitch.tv/cheerssteph

Find Visualnomad’s work on her website here: https://visualnomad.art/

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: @brushworkpod or @stephaniescott.art 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/

Small shows in coffee shops are blessings to the emerging artist. You learn about: marketing, the physicality of hanging a show, getting a following of people to SHOW UP to the opening, and so much more.

Check out The Mighty Coffee Shop Show Checklist here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MaZr59gswq2xJiwf-cuzs6QU8jTW1UoOigfGkIqIbB4/edit?usp=sharing

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: @brushworkpod or @stephaniescott.art 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/ 

Twitch artist Visualnomad and I chat about Farah Nayeri’s “Takedown” and discuss the big topics of art & censorship.

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Find Jennifer Geraci at https://visualnomad.art/

Instagram: @brushworkpod or @stephaniescott.art 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/ 

Raise your hand if you are a perfectionist! In this episode Stephanie reviews a class on perfectionism by Nicole Baker @lifecoachbaker and gives you tips on how to take regular breaks to keep your art career moving forward WITHOUT burnout!

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Life Coach Baker: https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/

Instagram: @brushworkpod or @stephaniescott.art

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/

Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Life Coach Baker: https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/

Instagram: @brushworkpod or @stephaniescott.art

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/

Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/

Brittany Torres, Mindset & Marketing Coach for fine artists, chats with me about changing your mindset around social media, reengaging your followers, and setting yourself up for fun with your branding!

Brittany Torres & The Social Atelier : 

Book a free call with Brittany: https://thesocialatelier.co/work-together/free-call

Check out The Social Atelier app!

https://www.instagram.com/the.socialatelier/ 

https://thesocialatelier.co/podcast 

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/

By starting 7 projects in 7 days we will kick start the creative drive and defeat our inner perfectionist! Join me on September 16-22 for a creative challenge like no other.

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

7 Day Art Challenge https://www.instagram.com/7dayartchallenge/

Om Writer, in case you are curious https://ommwriter.com/

Instagram: @brushworkpod or @stephaniescott.art

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/

Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/

Stephanie goes through the last two weeks of the Get Productive program, plus chats about how things are going since the programs end. Get the breakdown of her new work schedule with the goal of more rest!

Get Productive: https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/getproductive

Nicole’s podcast on schedules: https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/lifecoachbakerpodcast/episode/1fe834a6/how-to-create-a-weekly-schedule-that-supports-you

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/

Nicole Baker and I chat about why we procrastinate, imposter syndrome, taking a break from artwork, and achieving those big goals we have as artists. I’ve been working with her for the last 8 months and have seen significant differences in my quality of life around my art work, for the better!

Nicole Baker is a Coach who helps high achievers ditch perfectionism, cut the hustle and start achieving goals with fun and fulfillment. Having grown up in a family immersed in the personal development world, she has been attending seminars and absorbing personal growth tools her whole life and she has since helped hundreds of perfectionists accomplish goals ranging from starting their own businesses to finishing a half marathon. She has been featured in Authority Magazine, Thrive Global, Voyage Denver, The Self Helpless Podcast and The Mighty plus is the CEO of Life Coach Baker and the host of The Life Coach Baker Podcast. 

Take her quiz: www.lifecoachbaker.com/quiz

Follow her on IG: www.instagram.com/lifecoachbaker

Listen to her podcast: https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/lifecoachbakerpodcast 

The Four Tendencies quiz by Gretchen Ruben https://quiz.gretchenrubin.com/

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/

Visual Nomad: https://www.instagram.com/visualnomad__/ 

Download the pdf here: https://thomaskitts.blogspot.com/ 

Join the Discord! The book is in the Art Book Club channel: https://discord.gg/27wSEZSfv3 

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/ 

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/ 

Read the book: https://www.muddycolors.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/adviceSargent.pdf

Check out Thomas Jefferson Kitts https://www.thomaskitts.com/

https://www.instagram.com/thokitts/

Visual Nomad: https://www.instagram.com/visualnomad__/

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/

Visual Nomad: https://www.instagram.com/visualnomad__/

Next book is Alla Prima II https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18660561-alla-prima-ii

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/ 

Today we chat about what you need for a sustainable art career, who my dream collab is, and if being an artist makes me brush my teeth differently.

www.nanowrimo.org for my favorite fall hobby :D

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/ 

https://www.NaNoWriMo.org

https://nanowrimo.org/participants/hleahtor

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvisthttps://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvisthttps://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/

Helpful books when it comes to contracts and commissions!

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6161407-art-work

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/847034.The_Practical_Handbook_for_the_Emerging_Artist

1. Learn how to clean up after your materials properly! Be responsible with your materials.

2. Don’t pour your acrylic paint down the sink!

3. Let it get dirty

4. Have a ritual around starting your work

5. Have another ritual around cleaning up your space

6. Keep your space well stocked for your craft, if you are able to

7. Be generous with your materials

8. Have an intention with what your art work is doing

9. Learn how to be in solitude. How to be alone but not lonely.

10. Decorate it in a way that encourages you to make art vs being comfortable.

11. Is the surrounding area easy to be in/get to? Is your space accessible?

12. Keep it tidy- Sweeping at the end of every session, washing your brushes, having a clear surface, etc

13. Orient your materials so that the things you use most often are the easiest to reach.

14. Have a plant! Having something to take care of and is living in your space will get you there more often.

15. Spill some paint on purpose to get over the ‘white wall fear’

16. Make a good storage system

A good studio space should inspire you! Hope these tips are helpful~

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/ 

See the list and get links to the items here: https://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork/2022/11/2/how-to-start-in-oil-painting-for-under-130

Todays podcast is about how to get started in Oil Painting when you have NOTHING. Say you saw someone doing a cool painting online and you think to yourself, this looks super cool! I want to try it! Whether you are an artist in other mediums, or a complete artistic beginner, this list will help you in getting the supplies you need to have a successful start in oil painting, without breaking the bank.

This list applies to any kind of oil painting. Portraits, Landscapes, Abstracts- whatever you like! At the end of the main list I’ll have a few recommendations of things to get if you are planning on doing a specific genre of oil painting that will help you out, so make sure to read to the end. 

Pro tip: If you go to buy any of this at an art store, many will give a student discount. So if you are taking any kind of art classes anywhere (not just a university) say so!  You’ll probably get 10% off.

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/ 

Get 10% at Friday’s online teashop using code STEVIE10 https://www.fridaytea.com/

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

2022 Year In Review

6 Shows, 23 Paintings, and 27 Podcast Episodes later- This is a review of 2022

This year has been WILD. So many unexpected things happened and I was able to have a really successful art year. There have been many adventures and many heartbreaks. 

Each year I write out goals for myself and my business. There are 9 major categories and I thought it would be an interesting exercise to go through the goals I had written up for myself in December of 2021 and see which goals I reached, which I failed, and which I no longer wanted anymore. 

I’ve been writing up goals for myself for the last 15 years and it’s a cherished tradition. The main categories I look at are: Health, Finance, Hobbies, Home, Art Business (including Twitch & Social media), Romantic relationship, Family, Friends, and Travel.  

Some of my goals on here will be very private, but others i’m super willing to share. Shall we see how I stacked up against my ambitions?

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/ 

Today I want to talk about my goals for the new year. Goals for the podcast, for my art business, for my habits, hobbies, and health. I have 10 categories that I write out goals for every year and I thought- what better way to keep myself accountable than to tell all of you what they are and why I’m choosing them as goals.

1. Set the goal (Read 50 books)

2. Visualize what it will feel like to accomplish the goal

3. Set when you are going to do the goal, in it’s one sitting task form (30 min a day)

4. Set up supports to help accomplish the goal. (2 books a month for book club)

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvisthttps://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/

All the tea on why Etsy is bad for fine artists, why I left the platform, and how you could succeed as an artist with a 250k revenue selling pet portraits.

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/ 

Earlier this year I experienced Envy on a scale I have never felt before. Envy that was like an all consuming rage storm of jealousy. Envy that had me questioning “Am I not good enough?”, “Who don’t I know that I’m not invited to things like this?”, and “Why am I being overlooked?”. On todays episode I chat about my experiences with imposter syndrome, being jealous of another artist, and what I’m doing to grow beyond these feelings.

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/ 

See the full guide with links to items here:

https://www.stephaniescott.art/2022/11/15/how-to-stream-art-on-twitch

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Holovanova https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

See the full gift guide and get links to products here:

https://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork/2022/11/15/2022-holiday-gift-guide-for-artists

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvisthttps://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/

Listen to Nicole Baker’s episode on Scheduling https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ZcWDZ4vQmRregAMgaf3c2?si=b2361eb73c814567

What time of day is the best time to make art?

How is the light?

What are you wearing when you craft?

What does the desk you creating on look like?

What does the room you make in feel like?

Are you drinking anything while you make? Having a snack?

What is the temperature? Is it warm? Are you on the cold side and wearing a sweater?

What sounds are happening in your studio space? Silence? Ambient music? Something else?

What is it that you are making? What materials are you surrounded with?

Do you have a specific project you are tackling?

How clean/cluttered is your space?

How did you spend the earlier part of your day?

How much time do you want to spend on your art work?

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

What sort of upgrades will you be doing for your art?

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Visual Nomad: https://www.instagram.com/visualnomad__/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

A breakdown of all the ways I’ve priced my paintings in the past and the method I use now.

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvisthttps://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Read February’s book “Censored Art Today” https://amzn.to/3XxLHEf

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Visual Nomad: https://www.instagram.com/visualnomad__/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/ 

In this Q&A episode Stephanie goes over how to make a collection/body of work, how to schedule art making into your life, how to get rid of things cluttering up your studio, and more!

Have a question for the next Q&A episode? Send it to me on Instagram! @stephaniescott.art

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Building confidence in your artwork is a skill that must be honed like your technical abilities. In this episode I lay out how to get rid of doubt and a strategy for improving your work- regardless of what you make.

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://www.instagram.com/blumqvist/ 

For artists from Oregon or artists willing to travel to Oregon: if you'd like to have a plein air photo session in Cannon Beach/ Arcadia/ Manzanita Maryna will be there Feb 10-15 and she’s happy to offer a 1 hour photo session in exchange for your piece of art!*

Join Maryna’s mailing list if you'd like to get more discount codes, updates, styling tips, and more! https://maryna.io/mailinglist

Discount: For all the Brushwork podcast listeners I am offering a 15% off any photo service through December 31 2023. On my website go to "Book Me", fill in the form and add the word "BRUSH" in the notes section. It'll automatically apply that discount to your invoice! 

*Photographer reserves the right to use her personal taste in art and decor to refuse service. 

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Read March’s book “Ninth Street Women” https://amzn.to/3Il5S3s

Next live recording will be on Twitch on March 12th, 3pm Pacific. https://www.twitch.tv/cheerssteph

Visual Nomad: https://www.instagram.com/visualnomad__/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Automated emails examples: (you can automate up to 60 days!)

Thanks for subscribing + 10% off gift  immediately 

Hello again - introduce yourself, your why “I’m an abstract oil painter from Seattle/read my story/” Signature, insta/ 24 hours after subscription

Client show and tell- 48 hours/ 3 days

Personal story - give this a BIG HOOK. Something to get them on the blog or podcast and keep reading The moment everything changed, - 48 hours/ 5 days

Broken Symmetry show and tell 

Quiz, or feedback form- ask them to fill something out so they can tell you about themselves - 48 hours/ 7 days

Offer free set of postcards- Have them fill out a form with their name and email and send out a mystery pack of cards 

Golden Threads show and tell 8 days

My favorite podcast episodes11 days

Remind them of the 10% off code with some suggestions for prints. This requires there be something always in the shop. 15 days

Golden Fields show and tell 16 days

Things that inspire me (what inspires you?) 18 days

10 ways to support your favorite artist- for free 21 days

Thank you for your support - I’m grateful that you said you wanted emails! 24 days

How to commission me 30 days

Ideas:

Favorite things

Client show and tell

Podcast release

Art book club 

Twitch intro

Monthly newsletter

Favorite art prints under $50

An invitation to transform your home

How to pack for an art vacation

Ask: ideas for the podcast, twitch streams, etc

Print set announcements

Digital product

Fresh off the easel- for every new painting

After purchase email 

Coupon reminders

Send the gift of art - gift cards/ phone backgrounds

See the whole list of emails at www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

In todays episode I interview Cassidy Austin for Brush Work. Cassidy is an oil painter who paints the divine feminine through classical techniques with bold innovation. Join us in a talk about the day in the life of an artist, what it’s like to be censored on most social media apps, and what happens when you focus on improving your weaknesses.

“My work represents a celebration of femininity and the strength that comes with embracing one's own body. By portraying women of all shapes and sizes, I aim to challenge the unrealistic and harmful standards that have been imposed on us. Through my use of vibrant colors and textures, I seek to convey the energy and vitality that exists within every woman. My paintings are not just depictions of the body, but reflections of the soul.

My training in Florence, Italy, with its rich history of art and culture, has instilled in me a deep appreciation for the human form and its infinite possibilities. My work is a testament to the enduring power of classical techniques, fused with a contemporary perspective. I believe that art has the power to heal and transform. Through my paintings, I hope to create a space where women can see themselves represented authentically and with dignity, and where they can find the courage to love themselves as they are.

As a woman and an artist, I am committed to breaking down the barriers that have kept us from fully embracing our bodies and our lives. My work is a call to action, an invitation to join me in celebrating the beauty and resilience of the female spirit.” -Cassidy Austin

Want to learn from Cassidy? Send her a message!

Find Cassidy online:

https://www.instagram.com/cassidy.austin.studios

www.cassidyaustin.com

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Listen to a talk by the author here on Youtube: Ninth Street Women: Mary Gabriel in conversation with Deborah Solomon | Live from the Whitney https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_5_Kho05aDo&t=3292

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Read Aprils’ book “Atomic Habits” by James Clear https://amzn.to/3ThImbh

Next live recording will be on Twitch on April 16th, 3pm Pacific. https://www.twitch.tv/cheerssteph

Visual Nomad: https://www.instagram.com/visualnomad__/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Take The What Color Is Your Personality quiz: https://www.stephaniescott.art/news/2023/3/27/what-color-is-your-personality

Make your own quiz: https://www.opinionstage.com/?ref=ngnhmjf

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Sign up for the next Group Art Critique: https://www.stephaniescott.art/group-art-critiques

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Get your copy of Atomic Habits here! https://amzn.to/3GNEutJ

Visual Nomad and I went through Atomic Habits this month. During Art Book Club we dissected the system for habits that Clear lays out, chat about new habits we implemented because of the books, and answer some questions about art haibts from the live listeners on Twitch.

Want to catch the next live recording of Art Book Club and the Brush Work podcast? Follow me on Twitch! https://www.twitch.tv/cheerssteph

Need more habit and productivity chats? Check out the Life Coach Baker podcast https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/lifecoachbakerpodcast

Emotional Agility: https://amzn.to/43F0HUk

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Read May’s book “Seven Days In The Art World” by Sarah Thornton https://amzn.to/3L63RJu

Next live recording will be on Twitch on May 14th, 3pm Pacific. https://www.twitch.tv/cheerssteph

Visual Nomad: https://www.instagram.com/visualnomad__/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Get Seven Days In The Art World Here https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6988014-seven-days-in-the-art-world

View The Oval by Murakami https://www.artforum.com/picks/takashi-murakami-26955

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Read Junes’ book “Draw Your Weapons” by Sarah Sentilles https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/32766486

Next live recording will be on Twitch on June 11th, 3pm Pacific. https://www.twitch.tv/cheerssteph

Visual Nomad: https://www.instagram.com/visualnomad__/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Sign up for the next Group Art Critique: https://www.stephaniescott.art/group-art-critiques

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

If you are ever stuck within something you’ve created, its a good opportunity to self critique your work. I ask myself these questions almost ever session that I paint. When you reflect on your artwork, you begin to see the work for what it really is.

Today I’m going to share with you a series of questions that you can ask your artwork whenever you begin to feel like the piece isn’t right.

Is it convincing? If yes, stop here. If no, go down the list.

Light:

Does it have a sense of light?

Is the light white or is the light bright?

Where does the light come from?

Is there an overbalance of dark and light?

What time of day is it?

Atmosphere:

What is the temperature?

Is the atmosphere correct? (does the sky have a curve?)

Is the background outlining the foreground?

Where is the highest point of contrast? (we live on a plant with gravity, if it’s low that makes us uncomfortable)

Geometry:

Do your marks have weight? Is it flat?

Are the edges clear and correct?

Color:

Is your color the correct Value, Hue, and Intensity?

Can you name the color in your head? If yes, make it different (we like muddy colors!)

Is there warmth in the shadows?

is each one of your colors saying “I am light” or “I am shadow”

If you squint, does the picture make sense?

Composition:

Is the composition intentional?

Is your brush stroke depicting what you are painting (i.e. a brush stroke that looks like a single blade of grass)

Does the picture have rhythm?

Where is your eye landing?

Did I crop this correctly? Does it need to be narrower or taller?

Are you putting finishing touches on too soon? (windows in a building, a bird, little dots)

Emotion:

Can you tell what the artist is feeling when looking at your piece?

Does the piece feel lively?

Did I make this because I’m emotionally attached, or because I thought it would make a good piece of art work?

“If you ever think painting is easy, you aren’t painting.”

- Israel Hershberg

Today on the podcast I interviewed Ilana Zweschi! Join us in a chat about color systems, story telling in abstraction, how she organizes her time, best practices for students, and much more!

Ilana Zweschi can be found on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ilanazweschi/

Website: http://www.ilanazweschi.com/

The Tower: https://www.instagram.com/p/CoSQkVOJlaN/

Since recording this podcast a week ago, Linda Hodges Gallery has announced it’s closure. Make sure to follow Ilana on Instagram to see where her work will be shown next!

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Sign up for the next Group Art Critique: https://www.stephaniescott.art/group-art-critiques

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

1. Go to Art Walks

2. Create an Art Book Club

3. Create a critique group

4. Host a Drawing Jam

5. Challenge other artists to a timed project

+ 1 Invite other artist to visit art specific events: movies on art, lectures, etc.

+2 Be super active on Social Media!

The 7 Day Art Challenge: https://www.stephaniescott.art/news/2022/9/7/the-7-day-art-challenge

Brooklyn Art Library - The Sketchbook Project: https://brooklynartlibrary.org/ (unfortunately, no longer running)

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Sign up for the next Group Art Critique: https://www.stephaniescott.art/group-art-critiques

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

The 2nd of my evergreen projects, YouTube. In this episode I deep dive into why I’ve started up my channel again, what my goals are for YouTube and Brush Work, and what caused this new ambition.

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Find Draw Your Weapons: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/32766486

Bainbridge Art Museum exhibit on Japanese Incarceration in Washington: https://www.biartmuseum.org/exhibitions/americans-incarcerated-a-familys-story-of-social-injustice/

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Read July’s book “The Artist’s Way” by Julia Cameron https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29876447-the-artist-s-way

Next live recording will be on Twitch on July 9th, 3pm Pacific. https://www.twitch.tv/cheerssteph

Visual Nomad: https://www.instagram.com/visualnomad__/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Elisabeth Larson Koehler and her husband are the power behind the blog Art Studio Life. Join Elisabeth and I in a discussion on how ebooks, blogs, Pinterest, and YouTube can earn you a living for two. Find Art Studio Life and Elisabeth Larson Koehler here:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ArtStudioLife

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/art_studio_life/

Website: https://artstudiolife.com/

Artist website: https://elisabethlarson.com/

How to start a blog: https://artstudiolife.com/how-to-start-a-blog/

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/stephaniescottart/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Find “The Artist’s Way” by Julia Cameron https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29876447-the-artist-s-way

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Next live recording will be on Twitch on August 13th, 3pm Pacific. We will discuss weeks 5-9 of The Artist’s Way https://www.twitch.tv/cheerssteph

Visual Nomad: https://www.instagram.com/visualnomad__/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

I’ve been reading The Artist's Way for Art Book Club and part of the program is to create affirmations for yourself. Sometimes coming up with affirmations can be tricky, so for today's episode I’ve compiled this list of affirmations for you, my fellow artist. 

These are for your creative spirit, to help you think more positively about your art. If you hear one you love, I encourage you to pause the episode and write it down. That way, you can read it back to yourself when you are feeling low.

Read them all here: https://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork/2023/6/19/affirmations-for-artists

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Read July’s book “The Artist’s Way” by Julia Cameron https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29876447-the-artist-s-way

Next live recording will be on Twitch on July 9th, 3pm Pacific. https://www.twitch.tv/cheerssteph

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Today I’m going to teach you everything you need for an amazing artist website!

See all the examples here: https://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork/2023/6/26/the-best-artist-websites-have-this

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Feeding your eyes is one of the most important thing for the creative spirit, and visiting an art museum is a great way to get a punch of inspiration into your work.

Today I’m going to show you how to get the most out of your museum viewing experience and tell you the ‘rules’ I like to follow when doing this myself. I came up with this system in my mid 20’s and have never looked back. I will warn you though, you might feel uncomfortable the first time you do it the Brush Work way.

See the full written episode here: https://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Find “The Artist’s Way” by Julia Cameron https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29876447-the-artist-s-way

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Read Septembers book: Nothing If Not Critical https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/19294431-nothing-if-not-critical

Next live recording will be on Twitch on September 17h, 3pm Pacific. One week later than normal https://www.twitch.tv/cheerssteph

Visual Nomad: https://www.instagram.com/visualnomad__/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Since starting The Artist’s Way, I’ve been having a once a week adventure called The Artist Date.

This is a solo date that is designed to feed your inner Artist and boost your creativity.

At the beginning of the program, I was a little lost as to what to do for my artist date. I looked around for lists online and got some inspiration, but nothing that I felt I could immediately do.

Once I got more into the program, I was able to see opportunities for artist dates all the time, and once I went on a few- wow! I was having so much fun with my inner artist.

Even if you aren’t doing The Artist’s Way, taking yourself on an artist date is a really fun and freeing moment of taking care of yourself. I highly recommend pausing the episode when you find a date idea that sounds attractive or thrilling, and scheduling it into this weeks agenda. The more impulsive you are with your artist date time, the better. Let’ me know which ones are your favorite!

Read the list here: https://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork/2023/7/4/108-artist-date-ideas

Find “The Artist’s Way” by Julia Cameron https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29876447-the-artist-s-way

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Next live recording will be on Twitch on August 13th, 3pm Pacific. We will discuss weeks 5-9 of The Artist’s Way https://www.twitch.tv/cheerssteph

Visual Nomad: https://www.instagram.com/visualnomad__/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

I love record keeping and data analysis, especially if it is of my own creative habits. Since 2011 I’ve been keeping a Studio Log in my art studio that records everything that I do while I’m at art work.

The Studio Log tells you about time you’ve spend working, how you felt about it, what you want to work on next, and how often you are taking breaks. It’s a powerful reflective tool that that’s a minute out of your studio time to complete each session.

PSA: When I say ‘studio’ I mean any place you have where you create. If you a plein air artist working in the field, the studio log would be best left in your travel easel. Do you work on a desk in your bedroom? That’s your studio!

What you need for a good studio log:

A notebook and a pen

Super simple. Keep it by your door or on your desk and do the log right before you leave the studio for the day.

The studio log has a few guidelines that keep it simple and interesting:

Write the date and time at the beginning of each entry.

State what you’ve created. Optionally, how you felt about it.

Record how long you were in the studio space.

Declare what you will work on tomorrow.

The Studio Log is not a journal, keep it brief.

Do you have a studio log? Tell me about it in the comments!

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Today I’ve compiled a list of great art challenges that you can do this summer (or any other season really) to hone your creative skills and build community. These are challenges I’ve done myself and challenges that people have recommended to me! Most of these can be done year round.

Do you have an art challenge you do each summer? I want to hear about it! Send me a dm and I’ll try it out.

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Find Ashwini Sadekar online:

Website -> https://www.ashwinisadekar.com/

Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/ashwinisadekar/

YouTube -> https://www.youtube.com/@ashwinisadekar

Facebook -> https://www.facebook.com/AshwiniSadekarArts

Free Gift -> https://www.ashwinisadekar.com/free-gift

Color Personality Quiz -> https://www.ashwinisadekar.com/color-quiz

MEQ test: https://chronotype-self-test.info/index.php?sid=61524&newtest=Y

Thank you so much Ashwini for being a guest on the podcast!

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

It’s never too late to make art. Now is the best time to embrace your creativity. Your unique experiences, wisdom, and perspective make your creations invaluable. Age is a testament to endurance and growth; it's not a barrier. Pick up that brush or pencil, and let your soul dance on the canvas of life. Your artistic journey has just begun just by listening to this episode, no matter your age.

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Read Octobers Book: Curating Art Now https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09ZPV1KCN?ref_=dbs_m_mng_rwt_calw_tkin_3&storeType=ebooks

The next live recording will be on Twitch on October 8th, 3pm Pacific. https://www.twitch.tv/cheerssteph

Visual Nomad: https://www.instagram.com/visualnomad__/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

An Art Book Club episode with just Stephanie featuring the ending of The Artist Way.

75 Detailed Artist Dates: https://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork/2023/7/4/108-artist-date-ideas

Find “The Artist’s Way” by Julia Cameron https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29876447-the-artist-s-way

Find The Agony and the Ecstasy https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/321552.The_Agony_and_the_Ecstasy

Next live recording will be on Twitch on December 10th https://www.twitch.tv/cheerssteph

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Get the episode in written form here: https://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

The harsh reality of being an artist is that at some point, you are going to be rejected.

The world of a fine artist isn't paved with praise and acceptance. I cannot tell you the number of times I’ve been rejected, but I’m pretty sure it’s in the 100s. There is something about the delicious sting of a letter in your mailbox that says “Thank you so much for applying, unfortunately we’ve picked someone else BLAH BLAH BLAH”. Rejection will get your motivation lit like a torch or snuffed out completely.

Today I’m going to teach you how to roll the dice when applying for something you really REALLY want and what to do if they say no.

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

The truth is, it takes a long time to learn how to make a living as an artist.

When you are a full time artist, you aren’t just a painter, you’re also a small business owner. I wish we lived in a world where we could just make art and not worry about the rent but, alas. Learning the skills you need to have a profitable art business will come from many different teachers over many years.

Starting an art career is an exhilarating journey, but it often requires juggling between creating art and paying the bills. And honestly, it's wise to find a balance between the two, especially when you're beginning.

The key is to find jobs that not only help with the financial aspect but also give you skills or experiences that can be beneficial to your art career. Ideally, these jobs should be manageable: not draining your energy or time excessively.

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Read December’s book: The Agony and the Ecstasy: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/321552.The_Agony_and_the_Ecstasy

Curating Art Now https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09ZPV1KCN?ref_=dbs_m_mng_rwt_calw_tkin_3&storeType=ebooks

The next live recording will be on Twitch on December 10th, 3pm Pacific. https://www.twitch.tv/cheerssteph

Visual Nomad: https://www.instagram.com/visualnomad__/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

https://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork/2023/6/26/the-best-artist-websites-have-this

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Artwork Archive: Particularly their Instagram Page is an excellent resource for artist opportunities and residencies. https://www.artworkarchive.com/blog/7-artist-residencies-with-career-launching-power

Transartists: An excellent global database that’s free to use. https://www.transartists.org/en

Artenda: Has a 30 day free trial and then a monthly cost. Global residency opportunities. https://artenda.net/

Creative Capital: Primarily United States based artist opportunities, even beyond residencies. Highly recommend signing up for their newsletter. https://creative-capital.org/

Artist Communities: Global directory on art residencies! https://artistcommunities.org/ Easy to use website!

Res Artis: Global directory with excellent search options. https://resartis.org/

I hope these tips have helped you find an art residency that you like! I’m so excited to go on mine and can’t wait to keep you updated on how it goes!

Make good choices~

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

JSS in Civita (Plein Air Painting Residency) https://jssincivita.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Find the list of questions and databases here! http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

A posting plan to get you back into a consistent content creation rhythm:

3 times a week- post an image to the feed on a scheduled day.

Every day for a week- post to your stories. Keep it simple and art related.

https://www.instagram.com/the.socialatelier/

https://www.instagram.com/torresfantasyart/

Brittany Torres is a Mindset & Marketing Coach for fine artists. Brittany teaches strategies and practices that help artists get their brand online while spending less time stressing and more time in the studio. 

Nicole Baker’s Podcast on Success: https://open.spotify.com/episode/61daQEWZ1Il1Pa7gNMliOP?si=3b6304b48fb5482d

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

“Talent is cheap; dedication is expensive. It will cost you your life.” ― Irving Stone, The Agony and the Ecstasy

Find The Agony and the Ecstasy https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/321552.The_Agony_and_the_Ecstasy

Complete poems and selected letters of Michelangelo: https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Poems-Selected-Letters-Michelangelo/dp/0691003246

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Read Januarys book: Why Have There Been No Great Women Artists by Linda Nochlin https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/36507992-why-have-there-been-no-great-women-artists

The next live recording will be on Twitch on January 14th, 3pm Pacific. https://www.twitch.tv/cheerssteph

Visual Nomad: https://www.instagram.com/visualnomad__/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Have you ever wanted to make content for a new platform, but learning the how stops you in your tracks? Join me in a chat with Brittany Torres on how to overcome technological overwhelm, use marketing to your advantage, and engaging an activated community online.

Brittany Torres is a Mindset & Marketing Coach for fine artists. Brittany teaches strategies and practices that help artists get their brand online while spending less time stressing and more time in the studio. 

https://www.instagram.com/the.socialatelier/

https://www.instagram.com/torresfantasyart/

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Good luck in paying for your art residency! Or for saving that much money in a year and a half, it’s a huge feat and I’m impressed with you for even trying.

Using Airalo as an esim has been so handy. Highly recommend! I’ve got a referral code for you here so we can both save some money on our next residencies! It works in many different countries, not just France.

Use code STEPHA6092 at checkout for $3 off your esim purchase! https://ref.airalo.com/csnx

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

This is not financial or legal advice!

Have you ever wanted to sell your artwork at a convention? Join me in a discussion with fantasy artist Brittany Torres on selling artwork with a booth, entering convention art shows, and general advice for artists looking to enter this new realm of sales.

Find Brittany:

Brittany’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brittany_notbrittney

Brittany’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/torresfantasyart/?hl=en

Torres Fantasy Art: https://www.torresfantasyart.com/

Rob Carlos, Brittany’s mentor: https://www.instagram.com/rob.carlos/?hl=en

Convention’s mentioned:

https://www.norwescon.org/

https://www.emeraldcitycomiccon.com/en-us.html

https://imaginativerealism.com/

https://www.miscon.org/

https://www.wasummercon.com/

Brittany Torres likes dragons, wine, and attempting to write her hypothetical book late at night. She braved the college towns of MA to emerge armed with a Bachelor’s of Liberal Arts from Mount Holyoke College and a deeper appreciation for female representation. To no one’s surprise she majored in both English and in Medieval Studies, specializing in King Arthur, Beowulf, and manuscript research. She then went the completely opposite direction to work in self publishing as a graphic designer for book covers.

Skip ahead a couple years and she is now the successful business owner of The Social Atelier, where she coaches fellow artists in discovering the power of their unique branding. No matter the career though, Brittany always comes back to art and the world of fantasy where her too big imagination fits right in. 

When not glued to the computer you can find her with a cup of coffee in hand, living a ridiculously fun life with her husband, the firefighter, and their cat, the tiny savage, in their home in Washington State.

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Join me in a conversation with figure and cityscape painter Dave Clay about ditching the world of comics to make paintings, placing figures in abstract or imagined spaces, and how stating “I am an Artist” will make you feel more successful as an artist.

Find Dave Clay:

Website: https://daveclay.com

Instagram: https://instagram.com/daveclay_art

Things mentioned in the episode:

Erotic Art Festival: https://www.seattleerotic.org/

Pamela Schermer: https://www.rogallery.com/artists/pamela-schermer/

Jamie Bollenbach: https://www.jamiebollenbach.com/

Victor Macha: https://www.instagram.com/viktormacha/

Josef Albers: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Josef_Albers

Catalyst Fine Art Gallery at St. Edwards Lodge: https://catalystfineart.com/

Gallery Erato: https://www.pan-eros.org/galleryerato/

https://www.instagram.com/paneros_events/

Come to the Holiday show at Equinox studio on December 9th : https://www.instagram.com/equinoxstudiosseattle/?hl=en

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Join me in a conversation with Seattle Artist, Grace Athena Flott about painting the disabled figure, having the guts to talk about hard topics, her studio practice, why she’s taken a month off of painting, and her new show at the Port of Seattle.

Find Grace: https://www.graceathenaflott.com/

New Icons exhibition catalog: https://www.graceathenaflott.com/availablepaintings/p/new-icons-exhibition-catalogue

Grace on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/graceathenaart/

Grace’s show at Port of Seattle, Dec. 1, 2023 through Feb. 29, 2024 : https://www.graceathenaflott.com/selected-work/new-icons-burn-survivor-portraits

Juliette Aristides Painting Atelier program: https://www.aristidesarts.com/terracotta-program

Stephanie’s coach for rest: https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/

Rest as Resistance: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/60382737-rest-is-resistance

Grace’s in person workshop on January 13th, 2024: https://www.graceathenaflott.com/workshops-in-person

Sign up for Grace’s mailing list to get updates on her future podcast, shows, and opportunities to collect her art: https://www.graceathenaflott.com/mailing-list

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Today’s episode features an abstract painter I met at Chateau d’Orquevaux, Jennifer Arzt. We talk about making your own deadlines, the benefits of having a newsletter, and why you need a great artist website.

Want help with your artist website? Jennifer’s program will help you figure out Why you need a website, how to set it up to serve your business, and get it launched sooner rather than later. Sign up for Jennifer’s mailing list to get free resources and news when the next opening for the course is.

Find Jennifer:

https://www.jenniferarzt.com/

https://www.instagram.com/jenniferarzt_art/

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Mentioned in the episode:

Handkerchief project: https://www.instagram.com/winnievanderrijn/

Symposium: https://marthacashman.com/international-symposiums/

Dada show: http://www.allisonbeda.com/fakegallery

Find Beulah online:

https://www.instagram.com/beulahvanrensburg

https://www.instagram.com/atelier_chateau_orquevaux/

https://www.chateauorquevaux.com/

Beulah van Rensburg’s Artist Statement: 

Since 2019 Beulah van Rensburg has been The Residency Director at Chateau d'Orquevaux. Beulah is a practicing artist herself and as Director she uses her vast experience working with artists for over 20 years to conduct studio visits with the artists at the residency which includes discussing career, direction and to offer critiques.

Prior to joining The Chateau team, Beulah founded the Van Rensburg Galleries in Hong Kong and Australia. In 2012 Beulah opened a Gallery in Hong Kong and while representing 35 International artists, she started exhibiting at the Affordable Art Fair worldwide all the while curating collectors on an international level. Following the success of the art fairs, Van Rensburg Galleries established a regular Popup gallery in New York City followed by a gallery in Australia. Since 2021 Van Rensburg Galleries continues to operate under new ownership. In 2022 Beulah was invited to join the curatorial board at Artfinder, the leading online art platform. As a board member Beulah curates shows on the platform and finds appropriate artists to be represented. 

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

In November of 2023 I spent a month at the Chateau d’Orquevaux artists and writers residency.

I had applied the year before in hope that the second time was the charm and that I’d get the chance to visit the worlds most beautiful artist residency. Getting in was the biggest delight and saving up the money for it was my driving force for the 18 months leading up to it. Now that I’m home and recovered from the jetlag, I wanted to share with you my personal audio diary I kept while at the Chateau.

This diary is from a few days before leaving, every day at the residency, and a few days after getting back home. I go into detail about what I experienced each day, talk about things I was learning, share tips for people wanting to come to the residency, and more.

See all the tips written out: https://www.stephaniescott.art/2024/1/16/chateau-audio-diary

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

The residency website: https://www.chateauorquevaux.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

In today’s episode I’ve interviewed the entire November 2023 cohort and asked them 4 questions regarding their experience at the Chateau d’Orquevaux Artist & Writers Residency. We go over expectations, what they accomplished, what they wished they had brought, and what are they going to change in their life once the residency is over.

The artists in this cohort ranged in age from 19 to mid 70’s and were from 4 different countries. They are sculptures, painters, fiber artists, poets, novelists, screenwriters, and more.

I asked them these 4 questions:

What did you expect to accomplish at the Chateau d’Orquevaux residency vs what did you actually end up creating?

What's something you brought or wish you had brought that would have made your time at the residency better?

What are you going to change in your life after coming to this art residency?

What's some advice you would have for someone planning on coming to the Chateau Orquevaux?

All 21 artists had very different answers and advice, a lot of which is specific to what they create. If you are thinking about going to the Chateau D’Orquevaux art residency and have questions, leave a comment!

Thank you so much to my cohort for agreeing to be on Brush Work Podcast!

In the interview today:

✨ @imogen_brewer
✨ @lamccaulou
✨ @mayalamaja

✨ @Adamgallerycastine
✨ @spapaintings
✨ @1castleintheair
✨ @keightmaclean
✨ @stephaniescott.art
✨ @DellPenny
✨ @iluv2bmissyb
✨ @suziqsmith
✨ @Cladelli

✨ @polymathcrafts
✨ @mumblecorpse
✨ @lethargic.slumber
✨ @jenniferarzt_art
✨ @cari.antoinette
✨ @sylva_storm
✨ @hannahs_symphony
✨ @eveggleston_art

Thank you to the wonderful staff of the Chateau Orquevaux residency:

THE TEAM 👏
⚜️ Co-Founder | Co-Director @ziggyattias_art
Ziggy’s Social: @chateau_orquevaux
⚜️ Co-Founder | Residency Co-Director @beulahvanrensburg
Beulah’s Social: @atelier_chateau_orquevaux
⚜️Arts Administrative Director
Falon’s Social: @falon_chateau_orquevaux
⚜️ Regisseur @zetbegood
⚜️ Chef @chef_marie_orquevaux
⚜️ Second Chef Quentin
⚜️ Assistant chef Marie: @lorinehbt
⚜️ Property @romainlienare
⚜️Mason @corentin_charrier
⚜️ Head of Cleaning team @lydiabeurne
⚜️ Assistant Cleaning team @lara_vchrt

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Visit the Chateau website: https://www.chateauorquevaux.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Today I break down my goals for 2024! Topics include Art business, personal finance, fitness, and more. Do you have an interesting goal for the new year? Tell me in the comments!

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Yoga with Adrienne: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0et6I930LaU

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Kristin Rae Cronic joins me in a conversation about balancing income with happiness, starting a live wedding painting business, publishing a book, knowing where to spend your time, and the power of sending a cold email.

Find Kristin Online:

https://www.kristincronicart.com/

https://www.instagram.com/kristinraecronic/

https://www.instagram.com/easelonstribling/

Find her work online:

https://www.serenaandlily.com/search?q=kristincronic

https://stellersgallery.com/artist/kristin-cronic

https://wellandwondercollective.com/collections/kristin-cronic

Mentioned in the episode:

Austin Thomas: https://www.austinthomas.org/

Pete Souza: https://www.petesouza.com/

Proof to Product: https://www.prooftoproduct.com/

Kristin Rae Cronic artist statement:

I make work about the journeys we take as it relates to human connection, empathy, individual worth, and adventure. I intend for my work to exist where people live, rest and reflect, and connect with one another.

While medium varies based on the project at hand, color and intuition are common threads. My paintings often use nature as motifs for such themes, but I also use textiles and knot tying in soft sculptures intended for domestic and public spaces.

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

I’m thrilled to have Drie Chapek on today’s episode of Brush Work podcast. Join us in a discussion about switching from oil to acrylic painting, how our bodies change our art, showing at multiple galleries, being a thrifty art buyer, and the power of the studio visit.

Mentioned in the episode:

Bless This Space Between Us https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1211497.To_Bless_the_Space_Between_Us

Emily Gherard https://www.instagram.com/emily_gherard/

Ninth Street Women https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/28118491-ninth-street-women

Margy Lavelle: https://www.margylavelle.com/

i.e. Gallery: https://www.ieedison.com/

The Art Of Gathering: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/37424706-the-art-of-gathering

Greg Kucera Gallery: https://www.gregkucera.com/

Find Drie Chapek online:

https://driechapek.com/

https://www.instagram.com/drie_chapek/

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

In this episode of Art Book Club, Jennifer and I dig into The Creative Act. We chat about artistic competition, how to get out of a creative rut, why we didn’t like the Buddhist undertones, and how to keep play in your artistic practice.

Find The Creative Act: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/60965426

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Read April’s Book: The Entanglement by Alva Noe https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/62815942

The next live recording will be on Twitch on April 14th, 3pm Pacific. https://www.twitch.tv/cheerssteph

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Find Visual Nomad (Jennifer): https://www.instagram.com/visualnomad__/

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

How to prep for a push period:

Set really specific goals

Prioritize what needs to get done

Set an A list and a B list.

A- Things that MUST get done (The reason you are in a push period)

B- Things that would be nice to get done

Remove normal life boundaries

Make a schedule

Slot in A list items

Place resting times

Select an end date for the push period

Make time for errors and unexpected events

Organize your space, get food ready, etc

Set boundaries with people. Let them know you are in a push period.

How to sustain a push period:

Stay disciplined to your schedule

Respect your rest

Reevaluate your progress each day and change the schedule as needed

Use tools to manage stress- comfy shows to watch while painting, using nice scents in your space, keep yourself clean.

After the Push Period:

Evaluate what you accomplished

Plan rest

Return to your normal schedule

Make a list for what’s next, and don’t plan a time table that is similar to the push period. Give yourself more time.

Want to see what I’ve been working on during my push period? Come to my show at West Seattle Grounds during March, with art walk happening on March 14th, 5-8pm 2024.

West Seattle Grounds: 2141 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116

Good luck with your Push Period! I hope you get the results for what you need and that you don’t burn out. You got this!

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Ever feel paralyzed by not knowing what to say, to paint, to create? Ever have a blank canvas, a blank audio file, a blank sheet of music staring at you with no creativity in sight? This episode is for you!

Your guide to facing the blank canvas:

Acknowledge that It’s super normal to feel intimidated by a blank canvas.

You aren’t the first to feel this way, you wont be the last.

You MUST create SOMETHING

Letting the blank canvas stay blank is the WORST thing you can do. It’s a bad habit like an infection.

Mess it up!!!

Make a silly mark on the first page, scribble on the canvas, lay a ground- wreck it!

Make a pre-creativity ritual

Tea time is my favorite! Need some looseleaf tea for yourself? Use code CHEERS10 at fridaytea.com for 10% off your whole order.

Clean your space!

A clean space leads to a clean mind for making new art

Warm up your body

Taking care of your physical self lets you protect your creativity years down the line.

Break down your idea into its smallest one-sitting-task

Can you do one of the creative checklist items in an hour?

If yes, do it

If no, break down the step even further.

Make your list of imperfections and weaknesses

Be as detailed as possible in the things you want to improve and strengthen your art work.

Then pick one item and do it.

Take a break

Do something that seems very different than art making, you will get inspired.

Take notes of your ideas as they come to you.

Experiment

Pull out materials you don’t normally work with and play!

Need more advice? Still feeling stuck? Send me a message! Let’s chat.

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

This month on Art Book Club we read The Entanglement by Alva Noe. Join Visualnomad and I in a discussion on judgement, perception, and how life influences artists.

Alva’s website: https://www.alvanoe.com/

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and mindsets to keep us in the studio. New episodes every Tuesday!

Find The Entanglement: https://www.alvanoe.com/books/the-entanglement

Read May’s book: Get The Picture https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/156741696-get-the-picture

The next live recording will be on Twitch on May 12th, 3pm Pacific. https://www.twitch.tv/cheerssteph

Submit to Brush Work: https://www.stephaniescott.art/brush-work-submission

Visual Nomad: https://www.instagram.com/visualnomad__/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

In this episode I talk about the story of having a pen pal for 7 years, why authenticity will help you connect with your collectors, and why you should share you stories with enthusiasm.

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets to keep us in the studio. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Submit to Brush Work: https://www.stephaniescott.art/brush-work-submission

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

After going to many kinds of painting education sources over the last decade, I’ve come up with a list of 5 exercises that will bring you more sensitivity to light, give you better color control, speed up your painting process, and more!

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Instagram can be really frustrating for artists, or the best thing for their business. It all depends on how you approach the app. In today’s episode I show you how I use Instagram to promote my art, build relationships with clients, and how I get a professional feeling to my page. Highly recommend watching the YouTube version of this episode as I do a deep dive with visuals on my own IG page.

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Ever feel awkward talking about your art at gatherings? Do you love art about forest systems? In todays episode of @brushworkpod, @pattyhaller and I talk about post-show crash, her history in forestry, and the small piece of advice that launched her creative career. ⁠

Find Patty:

Website: https://pattyhaller.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pattyhaller/?hl=en

Woodside Braseth Gallery: https://woodsidebrasethgallery.com/artists/patty-haller/

Smith and Vallee Gallery: https://smithandvalleegallery.com/

Mentioned in today’s podcast

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frank_Gehry

Gage Art Academy: https://gageacademy.org/

Per Kirkeby: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Per_Kirkeby

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets to keep us in the studio. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Submit to Brush Work: https://www.stephaniescott.art/brush-work-submission

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

I highly recommend watching the Youtube version of this podcast episode! https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Using this changed the way I look at websites. The analytics you get with your website can only take you so far. With Hotjar you get heatmaps and recordings of how your art collectors are using your website, so you can make better designs and more sales.

Not an ad, I’m just a big believer!

Get Hotjar: https://hotjar.com/r/r6de01d

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets that keep it all together. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Once I implemented a weekly time to research topics in art, my creative work bloomed. In today’s episode I go over how I like to research and where I go looking for great information~

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets to keep us in the studio. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Submit to Brush Work: https://www.stephaniescott.art/brush-work-submission

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stephaniescottart

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

This audio guide into flow state is for artists who need some directed focus.

The first part is an explanation on what flow is and side effects that can happen when you are in flow state. Included is tips for getting into flow outside of the studio, how to practice flow in the future, and a 10 min outro of studio sounds for you to work to.

This episode of Brush Work is a bit of an experiment, if you've liked this kind of content, please let me know in the comments!

Brush work episode # 99

Join the Summer Art Marathon: https://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork/2024/5/7/summer-art-marathon

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and the mindsets to keep us in the studio. New episodes every Tuesday!

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/

Submit to Brush Work: https://www.stephaniescott.art/brush-work-submission

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

I stopped painting, but I’m still calling myself a painter. I’m in the middle of a season of rest, where my urgency to paint is gone- but I still have lots of Ideas. In this episode of Brush Work, I talk about how creativity has seasons and how I’m preparing to return to my art.

Summer Art Marathon: https://youtu.be/e-CSWNZ0k50?si=lFVwD8J-zpQyS5ap

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and mindsets to keep us in the studio. New episodes every Tuesday!

Submit to Brush Work: https://www.stephaniescott.art/brush-work-submission

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and mindsets to keep us in the studio. New episodes every Tuesday!

Find Make Your Art No Matter What by Beth Pickens: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/55277763-make-your-art-no-matter-what

Mentioned in this episode:

Hilma af Klint: https://www.guggenheim.org/exhibition/hilma-af-klint

Larry Bamburg: https://www.artforum.com/events/larry-bamburg-198792/

Jenny Saville: https://gagosian.com/artists/jenny-saville/

Emotional Agility: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27209485-emotional-agility

Read August & September’s book: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/62873378-the-art-thief

The next live recording will be on Twitch on September 8th, 3pm Pacific. https://www.twitch.tv/cheerssteph

Join the Discord, The Arts and Crafts Table: https://discord.gg/FrszPMnBBr

Submit to Brush Work: https://www.stephaniescott.art/brush-work-submission

Visual Nomad: https://www.instagram.com/visualnomad__/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and mindsets to keep us in the studio. New episodes every Tuesday!

Join the Arts & Crafts Table, a Discord for creatives: https://discord.gg/Dz752tYpsZ

Welcome to The Brush Club, where for $5-$20 a month you can support the podcast and get cool perks like critiques, monthly art challenges, and cute emotes to use on Discord. Check it out: https://discord.com/servers/the-art-crafts-table-809179607668097034

Submit to Brush Work: https://www.stephaniescott.art/brush-work-submission

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvisthttps://instagram.com/picturemaryna

I spent 30 day learning how to paint with Gouache and this is what I learned! This episode is best watched on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEC5fbl18kPblyR7q0Spjxg

Interested in the Summer Art Marathon? Join the Arts & Crafts Table, a Discord for creatives: https://discord.gg/Dz752tYpsZ

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and mindsets to keep us in the studio. New episodes every Tuesday!

Submit to Brush Work: https://www.stephaniescott.art/brush-work-submission

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna

Ever been afraid of wasting your nice art materials? Do you have boxes of colors and supplies that have been waiting on shelves for years? This episode is for you!

Host and artist Stephanie Scott breaks down the practicality of the art career with topics including: sustainable creative practices, social media skills, and mindsets to keep us in the studio. New episodes every Tuesday!

Join the Arts & Crafts Table, a Discord for creatives: https://discord.gg/Dz752tYpsZ

Submit to Brush Work: https://www.stephaniescott.art/brush-work-submission

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniescott.art/ 

Website: http://www.stephaniescott.art/brushwork 

Music by @winepot https://www.instagram.com/thewinepot/ 

Podcast Cover photo by Maryna Blumqvist https://instagram.com/picturemaryna