In this episode, I hang out with the painting wonder Tony Sobota. Tony is obsessed with color theory and exploring deeper meanings in his work.
Coming from a creative family, Tony fondly remembers his father making furniture and his mother taking him to a Vincent Van Gogh exhibit, which sparked his interest in art. Growing up in the '80s, he loved building forts, drawing, and playing Ninja Turtles on Nintendo.
Influenced by Norman Rockwell, Tony discusses how seeing a photograph and then the painting evokes different feelings. He shares his journey of dropping out of grad school and making a living drawing caricatures, treating them as a business rather than fine art.
Tony emphasizes the importance of not wasting time, especially in your 20s, and how deadlines boost productivity. He also reveals that his favorite painter is Salvador Dalí. Ultimately, he believes making the best art is about showing up, treating each piece like a journal entry. Enjoy!
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@tonysobota
@botaface
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@averyishungry
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@lucyfromtheinternet
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