The Frugal Crafter Blog (Lindsay Weirich)

Today's conversation with James Gurney is entertaining, thoughtful, and inspiring! We will talk about his art journey from hopping on a train and sketching America to working in animation and illustration to creating the Dinotopia series of books and now influencing new generations of artists through teaching online. This conversation is full of wonderful stories of a life creatively lived. I hope you enjoy the podcast.

Where to find James:

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

Substack: https://substack.com/@jamesgurney

Website: https://jamesgurney.com/

Gurney Journey Blog: https://gurneyjourney.blogspot.com/

Today on the Frugal Crafter Blog-cast we talk with the lovely and talented Sarah Burns. We discuss painting outside in the winter, gouache and other favorite supplies. Get cozy and enjoy this friendly art chat!

Bear with me as this is my fist interview and huge thanks to Sarah for being my test subject:)

You can find Sarah Burns on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SarahBurnsStudio *her video with t he Pilot pen she was talking about is up here: https://youtu.be/AFGUO9drlx0?si=1Xat0YVFE_rbQnx8

Her blog: https://fearlessbrush.com/

The Gouache Database we mentioned: https://fearlessbrush.com/gouache-database/

Sarah's painting lessons on Patreon: https://fearlessbrush.com/premium-painting-classes/patreon-tutorials-by-category/

Today we are talking to fellow YouTuber, artist, and art supply reviewer Marty Owens from Owingsart.com

This is the video I mentioned of his year of sketches video that showcases the beauty of Minnesota: https://youtu.be/uqkIWgxxH14?si=4LuZtj0B4-ikicWj

Were to find Marty:
https://owingsart.com Instagram @owings_art https://www.facebook.com/owingsarthttps://youtube.com/@owingsart

Happy New Year! In this episode, we will talk about resetting our studio for the new year and what to hang onto and what to declutter. The past two years have been weird with supply shortages and price increases in all areas of life including art supplies and with recent news of certain paint pigments being in short supply I thought it would be a good time to take inventory and see what e have and might want to hang on to. I hope you enjoy the podcast!

Has it been a while since you made art? Are you struggling to create? Do you wonder if you even like your hobby anymore? Today we will talk about how to come back to art-making after a long break, why you should, and when to move on from and old hobby and try something new.

In this episode, I will discuss a recent episode of creative burnout and offer strategies so you can avoid one.

Welcome to another Art Chat! Today I’m talking to Jennifer Moore of The Sewing Report YouTube Channel where she offers sewing tutorials, product reviews, and craft industry insights. She also runs a successful Etsy shop where she sells sewing supplies. In this episode, we will discuss how artists and crafters can make a living with their art and crafts both online and in their local communities. I hope you find this friendly chat helpful and informative. If you want to catch the other part of our conversation about the trustworthiness of influencers and product reviews you can see it on the Sewing Report Live channel: https://youtu.be/-NwJzARqsgM

Where to find Jen:

Sewing Report on YouTube (main channel) https://www.youtube.com/@SewingReportSewing Report Live  @sewingreportlive  Website: https://www.sewingreport.comEtsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/sewingreport?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=1069587410&from_page=listing

Hi friends! With the holiday season fast approaching you may be thinking about selling at craft fairs. Today I will share some of the tips I have learned over the years to earn money selling my art and crafts at small, local craft fairs and share how you can do it too. I'll also offer advice on what not to do so your next craft fair will be a success!

Today we are talking with Sarah Takacs from the SoCraftastic Youtube channel, where she has been delighting viewers with fun approachable arts and crafts projects for over a decade and has rung up almost 2 million subscribers! We talk about how her interests changed and evolved over the years as well as her new artistic endeavor. 

Where to find Sarah:

SoCraftastic YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SoCraftastic

Shop: https://www.sarahlynntea.com/shop-all 

Sarah Lynn Tea Studios YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sarahlynnstudios 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahlynntea/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SoCraftastic

Today we have legendary artist, writer, teacher, and art supply designer Jane Davenport on the podcast! We discuss following your curiosity as a creative entrepreneur, teaching, and cute art supplies!

Where to find Jane:

https://janedavenport.com/

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

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janedavenport/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jane.davenport.artist

Jane Davenport Mixed Media Artomologists Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/419065701552819

This is a follow-up to last week's podcast about Art Supply No-Buys. I had a huge response from that episode so this week I thought I would share some tips and tricks to help you curb the urge to spend when you already have supplies you want to use.

Books Mentioned:

The life Changing Magic of Tiding Up and Spark Joy by Marie Kondo

Goodbye Things by Fumio Saski

Research of future self by Joseph Kable

Hi friends! I recently came across some old tubes of watercolor with the price tags on them that I bought 20 years ago and I realized that the price isn't much different than what we would pay today so I got to thinking about inflations, or maybe lack thereof, in art and craft supplies. How can companies continue to sell paint at the prices we paid 20 years ago when everything else costs more? We will discuss that in today's episode. 

I had a chance to chat with the very talented cardmaker Justine Hovey about the state of the stamping, cardmaking, and craft industry. I hope you enjoy this conversation!

Where to find Justine:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/justinehoveycards

Membership / Courses: https://justinehoveyclasses.com/

Airtable: ⁠https://justinehovey.com/airtable

In this podcast, we meet Ivor "Harry" Harrison, the artist behind the Art Gear Guide website and YouTube channel. In this inspirational conversation, we discuss his journey from soldier to art supply reviewer.

Where to find Harry:

The Art Gear Guide Website: https://www.theartgearguide.com/

The Art Gear Guide YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqp5eHE8m8UlviPD20Ra52w/videos

The Art Gear Guide Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theartgearguide/

The Art Gear Guide Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/theartgearguide

The Art Gear Guide Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartgearguide/?hl=en

Today we are speaking with Lisa Clough from Lachri Fine Art. She is an online art teacher and contemporary surrealist painter.

Where to find Lisa:

Lachri Fine Art YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@Lachri Official Website Lachri.com lachri.com

MeWe mewe.com/p/lachri

Patreon patreon.com/lachri

Merch teespring.com/stores/lachri-fine-art

Lachri Fine Art Prints lachri.artistwebsites.com

Instagram instagram.com/lisa_lachri

And she will be at Aquashella in Dallas on May 18th & 19th https://aquashella.com/aquashella-2024/

In today's episode, we will discuss why we don't use our most dear supplies and how we can get over it!

Today we are talking about trends in the craft industry and why it's hard to find basic stamps and dies in our local big box craft stores. Have a listen!

In today's episode, we will talk about the creative path and why it's worth it to create (even bad art.)

Today we are talking with Julie Fei-Fan Balzer of Balzer Designs about the business of art, pricing your work, and finding your audience. Julie also shares tips for setting up an art studio. It's a wealth of information in today's podcast!

Where to find Julie:

Balzer Designs YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BalzerDesigns

Website: https://www.juliebalzer.com/

Her classes:

Design Boot Camp: https://www.juliebalzer.com/design-boot-camp.html#/

Practical Color for Painters: https://balzerdesigns.com/Classroom/register/practical-color-for-painters/

Julie's Product Pick: Carnival Wet Strength Tissue Paper: https://amzn.to/3SKdW2I

Today on the podcast we're talking about archivability in your art and craftwork. I think people stress, often needlessly, about the longevity of everything they make. Where it does make sense to be mindful of lightfastness and archivablity it should come in the way of experimentation and enjoying the process of art-making. Here is the painting with saltwater article I mentioned. https://thefrugalcrafter.wordpress.com/2018/10/05/artsy-experiment-lets-paint-with-salt-water/

Have you had your creative play today? This week we talk about artistic experimentation and why it is vital to the success and sustainability of your creative pursuits.

When I asked viewers of my YouTube channel what their goals for 2024 were I had a lot of folks say that they were going to try a "no buy" or "low buy" when it came to art and craft supplies. Today we are going to talk about this and also how we can be more intentional with our purchases and dig into why we want and buy the supplies we do. Are you using the supplies you buy or collecting them? Is your shopping a form of stress relief? Can you use up the supplies before they go bad? Are you tempted by a good deal? We will discuss all of this and more today on the podcast! I'd love to hear what you think as well, we are all in this together!

This podcast discusses mental health. I hope it is helpful to anyone who listens. In today's Art Chat, we talk to Cinnamon Cooney, The Art Sherpa about YouTube, running an art business, and her recent mental health struggles. Please join us for this friendly conversation.

Where to find Cinnamon: Youtube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@TheArtSherpa 

Art Store: https://store.theartsherpa.com/storefront.aspx 

Tiny Secret Whispers Video:  https://youtu.be/sXYbGoq80dQ?si=Y6sJvtrC5r3Cah4r

Books:  https://www.amazon.com/s?i=stripbooks&rh=p_27%3ACinnamon+Cooney&s=relevancerank&text=Cinnamon+Cooney&ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1 

Today I'm talking with Steve Mitchell of The Mind of Watercolor about his journey from commercial artist to YouTube creator.

Where to find Steve: The Mind of Watercolor YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCv6GKopxZztw6EqG6OoIGCQ Blog: https://mindofwatercolor.com/ Website: https://stevemitchellstudios.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mindofwatercolor Steve's Book Picks: Poetic Woods by Ann Blockly: https://amzn.to/3UEqHND and Experimental Landscapes by Ann Blockly: https://amzn.to/48aPKuN

Today We are speaking with Comic Artist Becca Hillburn. We talk about teaching art, art supply reviews, comic cons, and running an art-related business.

Where to find Becca:

Website: https://nattosoup.com/

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

7" Kara Watercolor Webcomic 7inchkara.com

Patreon patreon.com/nattosoup

TikToktiktok.com/@nattosoup

Artnerd Mailing List nattosoup.com/artnerds

Author Site beccahillburn.com

Instagram instagram.com/nattosoup

Twitter twitter.com/Nattosoup

If you have ever felt overwhelmed by the amount of art and craft supplies you own you won't want to miss this conversation with Miranda Watson of the YouTube channel Alkai Creek Art. She recently posted a video of a final art supply haul to end them all and now she is done getting new supplies and is using what she has. When I saw that video I knew I needed to have her on the podcast. Here is that video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g09b0dKEDOQ Where to find Miranda: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UC1SCOBXamcZoo-kmehX7iLg Website: https://alkalicreekart.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alkalicreekart

Today we are talking with Angela Fehr about painting intuitvly and finding the freedom in your art.

Where to find Angela:

New course: Heartledartist.com

Official website: angelafehr.com

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

In this podcast I am reacting to some drama I witnessed online regarding influencers and craft companies.

Today we are speaking with Becca Hillburn. She is the author and illustrator of the comic 7" Kara, an art teacher, and art supply reviewer! She attended the NAMTA/Creativation Art Materials Trade Show a couple of weeks ago and is here to update us on new products and trends in the industry. Also, there is a lot of geeking out about art supplies! I hope you enjoy this friendly art chat!

If this 3 hour long podcast has you wanting more check out Becca's Creativation Vlog: https://youtu.be/BHvbBG2gdBs?si=prmnQpCPKaci9aTr Where to find Becca: Natto Soup YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Nattosoup 7" Kara Watercolor Webcomic 7inchkara.com Patreon patreon.com/nattosoup TikTok tiktok.com/@nattosoup Author site beccahillburn.com Instagram instagram.com/nattosoup Twitter twitter.com/Nattosoup Threads threads.net/@nattosoup Illustration Portfolio nattosoup.artstation.com Shop nattosoup.com/shop Pinterest pinterest.com/nattosoup Facebook facebook.com/nattosoup

The month-long plein air painting challenge #pleinapril starts tomorrow so I invited Sarah Burns back on the show to discuss tips on getting outside to paint! She is a renowned landscape painter living in Scotland with a thriving YouTube channel and website focusing on plein-air painting, and I am thrilled to have he back on the podcast!

Where to find Sarah:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/sarahburnsstudio 

Sarah Burns Art Website: https://www.sarahburnsstudio.com/

Sketching Scotland Website: https://sketchingscotland.com/ 

The Fearless Brush Blog: https://fearlessbrush.com/painting/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahburnsstudio/ 

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sarahburnsstudio

A YouTube viewer asked me about my palette preferences and all I can say is "it's complicated." I have more palettes than any artist needs but they all spark joy as Marie Kondo would say so they remain in my stash. So what do I use on the reg? Find out in today's episode.

In today's rambling episode we will discuss sustainability in the crafting industry and why our crafting might not be as green as it once was. I'm no angel in this department, I get excited about new supplies and probably could create for the rest of my life without having to buy much else and I certainly don't upcycle as much as I used to. Why is that? How can we do better? That's what we will discuss today. I hope you enjoy it!

Today we are talking with Sheila Landry, she is an accomplished tole painting designer, businesswoman, and inspiring artist who works in a variety of mediums. Where to find Sheila: The main website for PAINTING patterns and wood surfaces: http://www.tolepaintingdesigns.com Website for SCROLL SAW and LASER patterns by Sheila Landry and Keith Fenton (No surfaces sold): http://www.sheilalandrydesigns.com My NEW Treasure Box ‐ Ginger All The Way page: https://tolepaintingdesigns.com/decorative‐painting‐categories/ginger‐treasure‐box/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/scrollgirlcanada Blog: https://sheilalandrydesigns.wordpress.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheilalandryartanddesigns/ Sheila's Group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/paintwithsheila

Hi friends,

Have you ever been told, "You should sell those!" when you show someone your art? Today we will talk about whether or not to turn your hobby into a side hustle.