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Hey, What Are You Working On?47. Summer Ketchup: What We've Been Working On!We're back from summer vacay! So we thought we'd let you in on what you've missed by listening in on our art friend catch up chat. Marisa's been balancing health, kids, studio and teaching thoughts. Devon's mainly been working internally and navigating life changes, unloading previous work and--gasp-- painting with less control.Andrea's been up in the art v. money v. show prep v. injury struggle.So, ya know, working artist business as usual! Tune in for ultimate relatability and bonus comments on biased doctors, frame dilemmas and horny dragons.

2025-09-0355 min

Hey, What Are You Working On?40. Hey, What Are You Struggling With?All aboard the struggle bus! Aka this episode where the three of us check in with each other on what's hard right now. Brace yourself for Devon's battle with the next evolution of her work (aka a whole existential crisis), Andrea's inability to understand the wonder of time and Marisa. Period. Because Marisa's struggle is literally herself, and the fact that she's such a yes woman. We think you will most definitely feel seen in this episode if you are riding your own bus these days. We hope you enjoy the ride!Also: we...

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Hey, What Are You Working On?37. Minisode! How to Set Up Your Online ShopWe're back with another minisode where we talk about the art things that are a little less juicy, but a whole lot necessary. It's hard to make money off your work if you don't have a place to sell it, hence today's topic: the online shop! We discuss your hosting options (website v. online marketplace) , tips for making your listings extra sellable, design suggestions, mental blocks and more. If you've been putting off the headache, we encourage you to run with the info in this episode and just get it done!Also: we made...

2025-04-2330 min

Hey, What Are You Working On?36. How to SELL OUTOh what's that? It's 2025 and you did not come to play? Us neither.While SELLING OUT might have negative connotation when it comes to art, it can also be the exact thing to help you-- literally -- sell out your inventory. We happen to think products and commercialization can be a great option for funding your practice; but how do you do this in a way that still feels good to you (and your bank account)? The eternal question! Marisa shares with us her Venn diagram for finding your...

2025-04-161h 03

Hey, What Are You Working On?35. Minisode! ShippingShe's not the juiciest topic on the block, but she IS an important one. If you've ever sold a piece and then suddenly had no idea how you were going to get it to its new home-- you know the struggle. So in this episode we're covering everything you need to know about shipping paintings, prints or paper works, and complex sculptures! Enjoy.Also: we made you a digital artist statement writing guide! You'll not only receive a full start-to-finish process on how to start crafting your statement, but how you can break it...

2025-04-0927 min

Hey, What Are You Working On?34. Taking Your Work From 2D to 3DToday we're traversing dimensions and talking about taking your work from 2D to 3D! A lot of 2D artists are drawn to seeing their world take on new form, but where to start? What medium to choose? What to make?? The questions can be overwhelming but we're discussing all of our journeys and extracting Marisa's great wisdom on the subject for your education and inspiration. Enjoy!AND don't forget to grab this FREE RESOURCE: The Ultimate Matrix Of Clay You Can Use At Home (Well Ok Its Just The Basics Marisa Can Recommend).

2025-04-021h 02

Hey, What Are You Working On?33. Minisode! How to Make PrintsIf you're curious, confused or overwhelmed when it comes to making prints of your art- we've got you! In this mini episode we get into your different options, our favorite resources and tips to getting prints made with as much ease and success as possible.Also: we made you a digital artist statement writing guide! You'll not only receive a full start-to-finish process on how to start crafting your statement, but how you can break it down and understand it better, too. You can buy that guide for 10 little dollars right ⁠here. ⁠

2025-03-2643 min

Hey, What Are You Working On?32. The Invention + Evolution of Artist Statements. Also, How the Heck to Write One.When and why did artist statements become a thing? Who is responsible for this practice that so many dread? And how did the artist statement evolve into how we relate to it today? What do people event WANT from us in these paragraphs? We wanted to know too, so we did some research. In this episode we dig into all of that, as well as how we individually approach them. Shocker: the three of us do so quite differently! Because there is as much variety in artist statements are there is among artists. Prepare to pick up hot writing...

2025-03-191h 03

Hey, What Are You Working On?31. Minisode! PricingThis season we're creating Minisodes on popular topics and FAQs, so that you can easily navigate to the resources you need. When you find yourself in pickles like: How do I ship this? Where do I start with a website? What am I supposed to put in my emails to galleries, again? There will eventually be a minisode for that, with as much actionable info and as few side rants (we hope), as possible. Today is the first in that series and we're getting into all things PRICING. Hope this helps!And if you...

2025-03-1231 min

Hey, What Are You Working On?28. Wrapping It Up: Reflections on 2024Welp, it's been a year. We've learned a whole a lot in terms of our art, careers, and oh yeah- this podcast! For the final episode of the season we're sharing our highs and lows, what we've learned and what our (very loose) intentions are for the coming year. And yes-- that includes our lessons and desires re: Hey, What Are You Working On? As always, we'd love to hear what your desires for this show are, too. Send us an email at heywhatareyouworkingon@gmail.com with your thoughts. Thanks for being here throughout the season and we'll see...

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Hey, What Are You Working On?25. How to Protect Your Work Against COPIERSThough a vast and triggering subject for us all, we felt the convo needed to be had. Join us as we share our individual (and pretty unique) stories about being copied, what defines copying and where it gets annoyingly nuanced, the things copiers LOVE to say, and ultimately, how to prevent your work from being copied as best you can (some solutions might not be what you think!). And if you're a copier who wants to defend your right to "be a great artist who steals" don't @ us. We address this quote and its rape-y origins, head on.

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Hey, What Are You Working On?24. Geek Out: For the Artist/ASTROLOGY GirliesWe're astrology bitches now! Join us for the first in our series of GEEK OUT episodes, where we let our nerd flags fly and dive into art plus one of our special interests. In this episode, Devon brings back her 20-something, woo-crazed, almost-professional astrologer self to give a star-influenced diagnosis of your hosts and famous artists of the past. Turns out there's might be some planetary influence on the kind of art you make. And why Artemisia Gentileschi was a badass and Picasso suckedddd. We had a good time with that one. Support the...

2024-11-131h 04

Hey, What Are You Working On?23. Surviving the Economic DownturnFinally a FUN and LIGHT HEARTED topic for you...jk. But, if you're anything like us, you'll find this discussion validating at the very least. Being an artist over the long haul means weathering the good, bad and ugly of the economy. How you adapt and stay connected to your work throughout those seasons is crucial (as many of us are experience right meow). In this conversation, we talk about the factors that have created the current less-than-ideal-state of the art market, how to adapt from a business perspective, and how to do what's best for you and your...

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Hey, What Are You Working On?20. Imposter Syndrome, Mentorship and More with Sabrina MariToday we have a special co-host, friend and fellow mentee of Marisa's- Sabrina Mari! Since both Sabrina and Devon have been mentored by Marisa over the years, we thought it would be fun to chat about what they've learned, how they all came together, the importance of mentorship, community and different teaching styles. We love Sabrina for her transparency and realness (she obvi fits right in with the gang here) and we ended up going deep into imposter syndrome, being self-taught, taking long breaks from art and a whole lot more. We think you'll find her and this episode...

Hey, What Are You Working On?16. How To Talk About Your Work + Prep For Studio Visits"Tell me about your work?" is the most dreaded and opened ended question on the planet, according to most artists. And yet! If you make art you will most definitely be asked it, and a whole lot more in follow up. In fact, once upon a time, Devon had booked a studio visit and had no idea how to prepare, or what the heck she would be asked. So she called up Marisa and got a FULL run down of all the possible things that could happen and what she could say about her...

2024-09-181h 02

Hey, What Are You Working On?15. NAME DROP: What Artists Really Make $, Who Excites Us, Where to Get Your Work Seen + MoreWelcome to our first Name Drop episode, where we drop the names of things, artists, people, books, places..whateverrr, that are exciting us, and have some unexpected conversations all the way. Territory we get into: -- the reality of artist's income -- artists making small, accessible art for the "average collector" -- specific opportunities to get your work seen by curators and art supports --artists that we LOVE to see getting attention who are getting it right now NAMES DROPPED (in order of appearance) The Death of the Artist: How Creators are Struggling to Survive in the Age of...

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Hey, What Are You Working On?12. Audience Q's (PT 2): Approaching Galleries, Creating Products, Mental Health and Business + MoreWe're back with more of your Q's and our A's in this continuation from last week's episode. We get into: -Bookkeeping -Creating products with the highest value - How to approach galleries (we made a template for you!!) - Materials we hate and love - Managing social media time and usage - How to care for your mental health while running a business You can get our email template for gallery outreach for freeeeee right ⁠here.⁠ Support the show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@heywhatareyouworking⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on IG Follow the hosts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@andreaguzzetta⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@speaking_in_rainbows⁠⁠⁠...

2024-08-211h 17

Hey, What Are You Working On?11. Audience Q's (PT I): Doubting the Artist Career Choice, Dealing with Blocks, Building Community, + MoreYou asked, we answered! In fact, we answered so much that we had to split this episode into two parts. In part one we get into: - How to handle pieces you're unhappy with- Getting out of creative block- How to build a community of artists- Confront doubts re: the business side of being an artist- Affordable shipping solutions for large work - and more Stay tuned for part two, coming out next week! Support the show:

2024-08-1443 min

Hey, What Are You Working On?10. How to Succeed (and Fail) at Collabs with Meggy WilmToday's topic is particularly beloved by your hosts: collaboration! (Hey, this show is kinda a collab. Meta right? We talk about that.) Art collabs can go amazingly right or amazingly wrong, and telling all about what causes them to go one way or the other, from our personal experiences. You'll hear from two VERY different collaborative teams: Devon and Marisa, and Andrea and Meggy (today's special guest!). So brace yourself for both, the extremely planned and the harmoniously chaotic ways that one might approach creative partnership. In addition to how to choose the right partner, what to...

2024-08-071h 44

Hey, What Are You Working On?9. Gallery BTS with Arch Enemy Arts Co-Founders Lawren Alice and Noah MusherWant to know how curators select artists for open calls? Or find new talent? Or choose which artists to give a solo show to? Look no further, Lawren Alice and Noah Musher of Arch Enemy Arts held back nothing on alllll the gallery behind-the-scenes. If you're an artist, you're going to want to hear it. We talk about: - Arch Enemy's beginnings - The green and red flags curators look for in artists- Gallery horror stories- How to show galleries you care about your work...

2024-07-311h 29

Hey, What Are You Working On?8. How'd You Build That Confidence?Seeing as self-doubt tends to go hand-in-hand with making art, confidence is often a scary (yet crucial!) topic for us. So today we're digging into it from all angles: the nuance of being confident in some areas but not others, childhood labels, rejection, navigating openings, networking as an introvert, social media, and, most importantly, how to stand behind your work with the confidence it deserves. Whether you're a long time career artist or just starting to make stuff, we think there'll be a lot for you to relate to in this one! Support the...

2024-07-241h 28

Hey, What Are You Working On?7. Motherhood as an Artist with Sarah Detweiler*TW: mentions of miscarriage. Please listen with care. Our first guest is a special one: none other than talented AF painter, Sarah Detweiler. For any artist who has children or is thinking about having them-- this episode is for you. In this episode we discuss the ins and outs of raising kids while being a working artist, neurodivergence, taking time away from your work and getting back to it, setting an example for your kids by following your dreams, how motherhood has changed Sarah and Marisa's art practice, and much more.

2024-07-171h 14

Hey, What Are You Working On?6. Making The Most Of Q4Nothing says holiday cheer like July, amiright? But seriously, if you sell stuff (like art!) the last months of the year are when you'll likely make a good chunk of your annual dough. Without some thought and early planning though, it can be a hot mess. We've alllll been there. In this episode we get into: - all the ways we've succeeded and failed around the holidays -our best tips for planning -preferred release schedules -how to distill your art into products in a way that feels good

2024-07-1057 min

Hey, What Are You Working On?5. Oh The Things We Wish We'd KnownSince we don't have a time machine to go back 10 years and warn our younger artist selves about the mistakes we would make, info we had wrong and perspectives that needed changing-- we recorded this episode instead. Listen to us lecture our younger selves about the truth about going viral, how the majority of artists do (and do not) support themselves, art school, what actually leads to success, what success even means and a whole lot more. Support the show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@heywhatareyouworking⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on IG Follow the hosts: ⁠⁠...

2024-07-0359 min

Hey, What Are You Working On?4. SCAMS...And Other Things To Definitely Say No ToSaying NO is actually an official part of the artist's job description...or at least, it should be. There are a lot of scams out there-- some are obvious and some are a lot more covert. Today we're talking about all of them. What shows are worth your time? Should you invest in a mentor or online course? Or pay for a feature in that magazine? Fear not. WE'VE GOTCHU. Resources: https://howsmydealing.com/ Support the show: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@heywhatareyouworking⁠⁠⁠⁠ on IG Follow the hosts...

2024-06-261h 00

Hey, What Are You Working On?3. How'd You Get That Style, Tho?Finding your style and developing your work is kind of THE topic as an artist. None of the other stuff will matter if you you're not creating strong work that's unique to you. How do you cultivate that kind of work, you ask? Welp...it's a long and involved process that, naturally, we have a lot to say about. In this episode we talk about what we've all had to learn and unlearn, the best ways to grow authentically, important questions to ask yourself to enrich your work, the biggest mistakes we see other artists making, the...

2024-06-1956 min

Hey, What Are You Working On?2. Hey, How'd You Get That Opportunity?Do you follow other artists and wonder how the heck they got that solo show/brand deal/in with a curator/project/ etc.? Us too. So we decided to spill all on every opportunity we've ever had, from gallery shows to murals and more. Lots of great tips in here for outreach, networking and setting yourself up to bring in the opportunities your artist heart desires. Support the show: ⁠⁠@heywhatareyouworking⁠⁠ on IG Follow the hosts: ⁠⁠@andreaguzzetta⁠⁠ on IG ⁠⁠@speaking_in_rainbows⁠⁠ on IG ⁠⁠@devonwalzart⁠⁠...

2024-06-121h 20

Hey, What Are You Working On?1. What Kind of Artist Even ARE U?Where do you fit? Who are your peers? What's the best approach to art-ing and business-ing, given who you are and what you value? These are questions we've asked ourselves a million times over and we kinda think you should, too. Listen in as we explore our own ever-evolving artist identities, discuss why self-awareness as an artist is such a big deal and provide tips for helping you find yours. Support the show: ⁠@heywhatareyouworking⁠ on IG Follow the hosts: ⁠@andreaguzzetta⁠ on IG ⁠@speaking_in_rainbow...

2024-06-051h 12

Art + Magic 55. Where I've Been, Where I'm GoingTLDR; I'm doing a NEW podcast called, "Hey, What Are You Working On?" with my two art besties, Andrea Guzzetta and Marisa Avila-Sayler. The first ep. drops this Weds, June 5th. Head over now to subscribe and listen to our mini intro. Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple SUPPORT ⁠patreon.com/devonwalz⁠ for bonus episodes, pre-chats, early access to new work and morre. FOLLOW ⁠@devonwalzart⁠ ⁠www.devonwalz.com

2024-06-0317 min

Hey, What Are You Working On?Hey, What Is This Podcast?Hey! This is a new podcast hosted by Andrea Guzzetta, Marisa Avila Sayler and Devon Walz. We're here to talk about the reality of art stuff and we're pretty excited about it. More to come, but here's our first hello and why the heck we're doing this thing. Support the show: @heywhatareyouworking on IG Follow the hosts: @andreaguzzetta on IG @speaking_in_rainbows on IG @devonwalzart on IG @devonwalz on Tiktok Leave us your...

2024-05-2507 min

Art + Magic 54. All About Artwork Development: What's Helped and What's Hurt | Amanda SandlinYa'll know I love this topic, and this season I'm bringing a fresh perspective on all things artwork development with my art wife, Amanda Sandlin. In this episode we reflect on what our work used to be like, how it's changed and what that development process has been like. We also talk about our current inspiration, what we're thinking about and where we might want to take our practices next. If you're wanting to strengthen your work, there's a lot of gems in here for you! Enroll in UNIQUE: Artwork Development Workshop Series by...

2023-08-311h 33

Art + Magic 53. Okay, fine. Let's talk about TikTok. | Amanda SandlinAmanda and I get down on the TikTok strategies we've seen work, advice for finding your own formula, our successes and frustrations with social media, how we're relating to this platform and morrrre. Listen to ep 20 with Amanda Sandlin: Busting All the Artist Myths FOLLOW AMANDA www.amandasandlin.com IG: @amandasandlin www.gentlesentiments.com SUPPORT THE SHOW Visit patreon.com/devonwalz for exclusive episodes each month FOLLOW THE SHOW @art...

2023-08-101h 10

Art + Magic 52. Art and Craft | Marisa Avila SaylerAll things navigating the fine, blurry line between art and craft. We get into why craft is often perceived as less valuable, price point and context, expression v. product, the embrace of craft in the art world, deciding where your work fits, navigating making both art and craft, materials, and so much more. Regardless of which side you think your creations live in (and ESPECIALLY if you're trying to figure it out), this conversation will be important and applicable to you. FOLLOW MARISA www.marisasayler.com IG: @speaking_in_rainbows

2023-07-271h 09

Art + Magic 51. Mental Health, Navigating LA Art Life, Money, Making Friends + More (Part 2) | Andrea GuzzettaThe Andrea conversation continues! In this part we talk about: - getting out of isolation - financially setting yourself for ups and downs - how trauma and mental health issues have influenced our work - making art books - art openings and how to talk to new people - what to say no to - much more! FOLLOW ANDREA https://www.andreaguzzetta.com/ IG: @andreaguzzetta SUPPORT THE SHOW

2023-07-191h 01

Art + Magic 50. Mental Health, Navigating LA Art Life, Money, Making Friends + More (Part 1) | Andrea GuzzettaWhat didn't Andrea Guzzetta and I talk about? Nothing. And that's why this conversation is a two-parter! A bit of what we covered in part 1: -- Our mental health journeys as they relate to being working artists -- Moneyyyy -- Making feminine art in a masculine leaning art market --Seeking Validation -- Confidence -- Finding your people -- Pricing -- and much more Stay tuned for part 2 coming out next Thursday, 7/20. ...

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Art + Magic 49. I'm Back! What's Happened + What I've Learned Over The 10 Month BreakStarting back up by catching you up: why I took such a long break, imposter syndrome, TikTok, collaboration, having a hard time painting, business growth, mental health, playing the long game, working 3D and morrrre. Head to patreon.com/devonwalz for bonus episodes. FOLLOW THE SHOW @artandmagicpodcast FOLLOW DEVON IG: @devonwalzart TikTok: @devonwalz www.devonwalz.com

2023-07-0633 min

The Asad Badruddin Podcast Inner blocks to Your Creative Voice by Devon WalzDevon Walz is a mixed media artist, muralist and art mentor based in Southern California. In this episode we cover: how to navigate periods of resistance and stuckness what’s the boundary between sharing your personal life in your art how the “shoulds” of society and culture stop us from being creative why we are not comfortable relying on our own authority You can learn more about her work: https://www.devonwalz.com/ Art & Magic Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/art-magic/id1496458820 Subscribe to my substack to never miss an episode.

2022-12-2358 min

Art + Magic 48. Art Prints: What to Consider, How to Make Them + Mistakes to AvoidIt's time for a super practical deep dive and today we're going all in on making prints of your work. Given the upcoming holiday season, I figured this was the perfect time to talk about this. Not to mention, I recently learned some big lessons about what can go wrong in the print making process that I hope ya'll can learn from. I talk about: -- Why prints may or may not do well in your business, and how to determine if you're -- What to consider when deciding the on the details o...

2022-10-1933 min

Art + Magic How to Strengthen Your Work + Decide Where to Sell It | Artist Consultant, Pennylane Shen [REPLAY]As it's one of our most popular episodes to date (and a personal favorite), I wanted highlight this conversation with Pennylane Shen. It's also excellent compliment to the the Artwork Development Series that we just wrapped up (check out the past 3 episodes if you haven't yet). Much of what we've been discussing is distilled nicely in this interview, and as well as given a totally fresh perspective by Pennylane. If you've heard this one before, re-listening is a GREAT check-in to see how you're relating to her points and suggestions now v. then. If you're coming across this conversation...

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Art + Magic 47. Where to Focus if You Want to Make Stronger Work (Pt. 3 Artwork Development Series)For the final part in this series, we're looking at our work and taking some inventory. In this episode I break down five areas of our work and practice we can look at if we want to further develop our art and make it stronger. Some of these things may be obvious and some may not, but either way I find that a check-list analysis of our practice can be just what the doctor ordered when it comes to pushing our work forward, and ensuring that nothing is underdeveloped or overlooked. This is the third episode...

2022-09-2832 min

Art + Magic 46. 5 Things Blocking Your Voice [Pt. 2 Artwork Development Series]While we can talk about all of the techniques for getting new ideas, ways to weed out our influences and different aspects of our work that might need attention, none of that will take us very far if we're being held up by any of these 5 blocks. Developing our work requires us to take risk, know ourselves well, and have the ability to show up day in and day out. Unfortunately, there are some common (yet, not always obvious reasons) why we might have a hard time doing that. In today's episode, I dig into the 5 main...

2022-09-2031 min

Art + Magic 45. The 3 Stages of Style Development (Pt. 1 Artwork Development Series)Today kicks off the first of a three part series all about Artwork Development. This is a vast and important topic and ultimately, I think, the core of what we should be focusing on as artists. In this episode I say more about what artwork development is and why it needs our attention, and dive into The 3 stages of Style Development. Understanding the common points artists hit in their development allows us to identify where we're at in that cycle and take the next best steps for our work. I talk about feeling scattered, being overly influenced, f...

2022-09-1433 min

Art + Magic 44. Breaking All the Rules | Sari Shryack of @not_sorry_artIf you're on social media at all, you're probably familiar with the incredible Sari Shryack. Acrylic and oil painter based in Austin, Texas, Sari is known for her disco ball paintings, still lifes and embrace of color and nostalgia. She's fascinating to watch from afar, which is why I was so excited to have her on the show and get the behind-the-scenes stories on her relationship to her work, social media, having her art widely copied and cultivating connections with her audience. We talked about... – Sari’s relationship to color, low bro media and kits...

2022-09-0758 min

Art + Magic 43. How to Write About Your Art (basically, a mini workshop episode)If you resist writing your artist's statement, talking about your work with your audience or even just putting words to what you make for your own understanding A. you're not alone and B. I pretty much give you everything I have on the subject in today's episode. I cover... -- the different kinds of art writing -- the areas you may need to develop more in your practice in order to help your writing -- specific aspects of your work to consider writing about, or at the very least, understand for...

2022-09-0144 min

Art + Magic 42. Working With Galleries v. Selling Your Own WorkAt some point, working artists are going to be faced with this crossroads. If you're struggling with whether galleries or self-selling is the better option for you, this episode will illuminate the important aspects of both that you should consider. And maybe touch on a few things you hadn't even thought about yet. I explore the pros and cons of both avenues, share my own experiences, and take a few detours about self-promotion, the biggest fallacy about working with galleries, networking, playing the long game and feeling like you're on the "outside" along the way. Join my...

2022-08-2434 min

Art + Magic 41. Pay Yourself a Living Wage | Andrea GuzzettaFor all you working artists, this conversation is a dose of validation and a resourceful pep talk that you're gonna love. Andrea Guezzatta doesn't hold back re: her opinions about the perspectives in the art world she doesn't jive with and the things out there disguised as opportunities that really aren't. She's also extremely generous and transparent when it comes to her income streams, pricing, secrets to success on Patreon, cultivating an engaged collector base and how she feels about painting cute shit. She was SO fun to chat with and listen to, and is definitely the kind of...

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Art + Magic 40. The Aesthetics of Optimism, Life as a Curator and Advice For Artists | Angelik Vizcarrondo-LaboyI’ve been wanting to bring a curator’s perspective to this show for a long time and I’m so happy that I held out for Angelik Vizcarrondo-Laboy. Glitter-loving, down-to-earth and super fun to chat with, Angelik gives us some great insight into what it’s like on the curator's side of the exhibitions, the behind-the-scenes of putting together shows, how to connect with curators and navigate studio visits, and all things humor, cuteness and leisure. We talked about… What she does an an independent curator Being independent v. working at an institution Subjectivity, compromise...

2022-05-0449 min

Art + Magic 39. Navigating Resistance + Periods of Not MakingIf you're an artist who makes stuff, chances are you're going to go through periods of not making stuff too. This can weigh on us heavily, because we often feel like we need to be making in order to be in artist (but listen in for reasons why that's certainly not true). In this episode I talk about the different reasons we might go through such periods, the external expectations that need to be addressed, coping with the big bullies like fear, comparison, self-criticism and perfectionism, and suggestions for easing your way back into making (if that's right for...

2022-04-2025 min

Art + Magic 38. How to Find + Connect With Your Ideal CollectorsToday we're taking a trip down practical lane to talk about how to connect with the collectors and establishments best suited for your work. How do we figure out who are these people and places are? How do you find them? And, when you do, what's the best way to convert them from admirers to buyers? In this episode I get into how to put out the right content for the job, do outreach, and much more on the topic. If you're wanting to make more sales and create longer term strategies for selling-- this one's for you.

2022-04-0635 min

Art + Magic 37. Worldbuilding: How + Why We Create Our Own Cosms as Artists | Marisa Avila SaylerToday’s conversation with Marisa Avila Sayler is a collaborative jam session on all things WORLDBUILDING in visual art. While Marisa and I make work that is very different, one thing that we have in common in our work is that we are each creating our own-- and we have A LOT of thoughts on the subject. For those of you who love all things fantastical, alternate reality, otherworldly, transcendent, surreal– this episode is for you. BUT even if this isn’t your home genre or main interest, this conversation gives way to a lot topics that are rel...

2022-03-231h 12

Art + Magic 36. 5 Concerns Artists are Having Right Now + Strategic Ways to Approach ThemWe're BACK and kicking off season four (finallyyyy!) with a discussion on the five main concerns I've been hearing about from artists recently. In having a lot of conversations with you all over the past month, there were some definite themes and struggles that came up on repeat. I wanted to put them all in one place so we could traverse the ground together and also to let you know: you're definitely not alone in these! In this episode where we cover a wide range of topics such as... How to understand your own work better...

2022-03-0943 min

Art + Magic 35. 10 Ways to Push Your Work Forward, Get New Ideas + Find Themes That StickFor this final episode in our mini series on style development, I wanted to talk about ways we might both: find new inspiration when we're feeling stuck *and* uncover substantial ideas that we'll actually be able to stick with (hi cohesion and consistency). I think pushing our work forward in unique ways requires a balance of playfulness and focused intention-- which I discuss in this episode. Where ever you're at in terms of finding your style, these 10 suggestions will surely bring you a lot closer to your next most honest and exciting work. Register for "UNIQUE...

2021-10-2037 min

Art + Magic 34. Copying, Being Influenced and How to Weed Out What isn't YoursIn the age of social media, we're likely to experience either being copied, finding ourselves too influenced by other artists' work, or both. This is a sensitive topic on both ends. Being copied feels horrible (what do we do when it happens?), and trying to move away from the voices of other's when you're developing your own can be a big challenge. As part of our continued discussion on style development, I wanted to offer some nuanced thoughts for both positions with the hopes of validating the feelings those who have seen their work replicated and shine some light...

2021-10-1331 min

Art + Magic 33. Struggling to Focus Your Style or Find Direction? This Episode is For You.If you feel caught between multiple styles and you’re craving cohesion or to solidify your “thing,” you’re not alone. As part of the next three weeks where we’ll be digging into style development, I wanted to specifically address what to do when we feel scattered and without direction. In this episode I discuss… -- The 3 stages of style development -- When multiple styles can work for you and when it might be time to rein it in -- Obstacles that the “scattered artist” often faces -- Ways to identifying your...

2021-10-0628 min

Art + Magic 32. All About Murals: Pricing, Pitching, Getting Started + More | Roxy Prima and Phoebe Cornog of Pandr Design Co.Muralists, aspiring muralists and any artist interested in doing client-based work: look no further than this episode with Roxy Prima and Phoebe Cornog of Pandr Design Co. and Ladies Who Paint. These women have been my go-to resource for murals since I discovered them (and I WISH I would’ve known about them when I first started with murals). I really wanted to bring you a practical episode that got into the details of being a successful muralist and these ladies did not hold back one bit. We discussed getting your first mural, pricing, outreach, contracts, taking care of you...

2021-09-2951 min

Art + Magic 31. Licensing, Claiming the Artist Title + Finding Your Own Path | K’era MorganI love stories that showcase versatility in how humans find their way to art and make it their job. K’era is definitely one of those stories! Considering art her “second act,” she started with a career PR and later found her way to fine art, design and textiles. We get into what that journey has entailed, the practical side of licensing and getting her products into stores, owning the title of artist for herself and much more. I highly recommend this episode for that always-needed dose of “there’s no one right way to do it, there’s only your wa...

2021-09-1554 min

Art + Magic 30. Lessons Learned From My Most Challenging Body of WorkAs I'm just completing a series of paintings that has taken me the longest and challenged me the most, I'm reflecting on what I had to do differently over these past eight months, what I've learned and what I'll be holding on to for the future. There's all kinds of tips in here, from weathering the pre-release feels to how to keep a long-term body of work cohesive. These lessons are applicable no matter where you're at and might be the thing to help keep moving when the going gets tough. You can preview the paintings from "S...

2021-09-0139 min

Art + Magic 29. Style Development, Leaving Room for Play, and Balancing Painting and Illustration | Lindsay StriplingToday’s guest is the amazing painter, illustrator and teacher, Lindsay Stripling (you might know her from her fabulous Lunch Club series on Instagram!). This is one of those conversations where we got to bounce around and touch on ALL of the things: style, social media, having studio practice, Lindsay’s story, the importance of boredom, story-telling, and so much more. I have to say, my absolute favorite part toward the end of the conversation where Lindsay broke down how she thinks about her work. She has a way of putting words to the mysterious intangible that I could’ve lis...

2021-08-041h 01

Art + Magic 28. Financial Ups and Downs, Overcoming a Fear of Sharing, When to Start Selling, Burn Out and More | Q+A with DevonWe're back with another Q+A, and this one's loaded with practical realness. I talk about how to manage the financial unpredictability of a creative career, what do about deadlines and commissions when you're burnt out, how to overcome a fear of sharing your work, the artists I look to as examples of a healthy work/life balance, and lots of other fun stuff like what I'm reading and the point in time I realized I was even creative at all. Want your question answered on the next Q+A? Email it to devonleewalz@gmail.com

2021-07-2131 min

Art + Magic 27. Large-Scale Projects and Working with Art Consultants | Nicole MuellerI’m super excited to get into the nitty gritty of navigating large-scale projects: from building the right portfolio and going after opportunities, to the process itself. This is all of particular interest for me because I’ve found that, beyond selling paintings to collectors, this aspect of being a working artist can seem especially mysterious. I couldn’t have asked for a better guest to bring such honest and practical wisdom in this department than Nicole Mueller. I was introduced to Nicole by listening to the podcast that she co-hosts, Beyond the Studio (highly recommend) and have si...

2021-07-071h 00

Art + Magic 26. Navigating Social Media as an Artist in 2021The demand for content v. the pace of our process, the ever-changing algorithm, and questions about if growth on Instagram is even possible anymore-- I think these topics are on all of our minds right now. And I know so many of us are asking if investing our time into social media even worth it. In this deep dive episode I share my thoughts on the topic, how I'm dealing with Instagram in its current "climate," and the tips and perspectives that've been helpful to me. If nothing else- I hope you feel validated and less alone knowing that...

2021-06-2337 min

Art + Magic 25. How to Strengthen Your Work + Decide Where to Sell It | Artist Consultant, Pennylane ShenThis is an extra special episode for me because working with Pennylane Shen over the past year has been a game changer for my art practice. Pennylane is an artist consultant, and she’s really one of the good ones out there providing support to artists who want to strengthen their work, develop their business, write their artist statement and much more. I loved getting to steal her for an hour to ask everything I’ve been wanting to and highlight the knowledge that she’s imparted to me in our sessions together. We talked about… -- The...

2021-06-091h 08

Art + Magic 24. An Inside Look at Being a Working Artist | Gracelee LawrenceAs working artists and/or aspiring ones, we tend to have a lot of questions about how people have made this gig sustainable, and what their path has looked like. In this episode, Gracelee Lawrence provides a lot of those answers by giving us a generous look into her own behind-the-scenes. Not to mention, some very rich commentary on gatekeeping in the art world, commercialization, accessibility, creative community, committing to your art practice and much more (I could’ve listened to her for hours!). We talked about... How Gracelee found her way to sculpture and digital fab...

2021-05-2650 min

Art + Magic 23. Honoring Your Creative Tap | Soleé DarrellIf you’ve felt the need to overproduce work (particularly by Instagram), work at an unnatural pace or race to improve, this episode will be salve for your studio practice. This conversation with Soleé felt just like two artists chatting over tea, because it was so honest and soothing. We unpacked dilemmas around scheduling studio time, being self-taught, chasing after a “career” (and what that even means), confronting imposter syndrome and much more. My favorite was the wisdom Soleé radiates when it comes to being in integrity with her creative energy. I think you’ll find it to be contagious...

2021-05-1259 min

Art + Magic 7 Tips for Completing a Body of Work *Patreon Preview Episode*Feel daunted by the commitment, consistency and delayed gratification required to create a series? I think that's very common. And I'm in the thick of it myself! Which is why I wanted to talk about why creating a body of work is so important for your artistic growth (and smart for your career), as well as the 7 things I've found to be most helpful within the process. This is a fun topic because, the truth is, a lot of depth and reward comes from investing our energy into projects that are more demanding and long term, but with that...

2021-05-0523 min

Art + Magic 7 Tips for Completing a Body of Work *Patreon Preview Episode*Feel daunted by the commitment, consistency and delayed gratification required to create a series of work? I think that's very common. And I'm in the thick of it myself! Which is why I wanted to talk about why creating a body of work is so important for your artist growth (and smart for your career), as well as the 7 things I've found to be most helpful within the process. This is a fun topic because, the truth is, a lot of depth and reward comes from investing our energy into projects that are more demanding and long term, but...

2021-05-0528 min

Art + Magic 22. On Self-Doubt + Reconnecting With Your WorkIf your inner critic has been extra loud or you've been feeling disconnected from who you are as an artist and what you're making, this deep dive is for you. I unpack all things self-doubt, why artists are so susceptible to and what I've found to be most helpful when navigating it. Even if you feel okay in the inner critic department, there's some good discussion here about knowing your artistic values and how you can reconnect with your work. There's a PDF guide to go with this episode, too! I've taken all the notes for you. G...

2021-04-2831 min

Art + Magic 21. Solo Show Prep, Email Outreach + Infusing the Sacred | Lauren Hana ChaiIf you don’t already know Lauren Hana Chai, I’m honored to be the one to introduce you to her because her work is brilliant. I had a ton of fun connecting with her and we hit on a lot of ground in this conversation: the ins and outs of how she’s arrived at the work she’s making now, all about her show last year at Thinkspace (from making the connection to the prep itself), how she manages her income streams and mayyybe even the story behind the DMT trip that influenced her recent work. We tal...

2021-04-2150 min

Art + Magic 20. Busting all the Artist Myths | Amanda SandlinSeason 3 is finally here! And we’re kicking things off with one of the most transparent episodes I’ve aired yet (Really though. This one’s on the vulnerable side for me.). My good friend Amanda Sandlin joins me in co-hosting a conversation about the big “artist myths” that’ve haunted her and I over the years. Amanda has been such a supportive, bright light for me these past months (not to mention a brilliant painter and writer) and I wanted to let you be a fly on the wall to what we’ve really been talking about. If you’...

2021-04-141h 29

Art + Magic 19. 2020 in Review: Takeaways + Lessons Learned. Plus Answers to Your Q's!I can’t believe we’re even here right now. So I thought I’d honor the moment by divulging the details of my art life from this past year. It’s a bit vulnerable to share what I’ve been doing in real-time, but I think there’s some good lessons here. In this episode I share what happened, what I’m celebrating, what I would’ve done differently in 2020 and the takeaways I’m carrying into 2021. And I’m answering some fun questions you sent in along the way (re: selling online v. with galleries, my dream podcast co...

2020-12-3025 min

Art + Magic 18. How to Develop a Unique Style | Q+A with DevonHow do we break away from our influences? How do we come up with something totally original out of thin air? Hasn’t everything already been done? All valid questions that I had a ton of fun answering on today's q + a all about style development. I discuss the concept of “originality," as well as the four main reasons artists have a hard time cultivating their own style and practical things you can do now to develop a style that has substance. Shoutout to Hannah of @hannah.andersson.art for today’s question ______ ...

2020-10-2229 min

Art + Magic 17. Unlearning Art School + Full-Time Realities | Marisa Avila-SaylerToday I have a super real talk for you all about the realities of working your way into being a full time artist (one of our favorite topics here-- I know!). Our guest of honor is Marisa Avila-Sayler. Marisa has been an artist and navigating the journey of being full time for 20 plus years. As such she brings a refreshing dose of realness when it comes to the practicalities of being a working artist, how to discern what's right for your own path, and what’s happening in schools and in the art world. We also jam on...

2020-10-1456 min

Art + Magic 16. How to Lead with Content, Switch Your Medium + Embrace Change | Taylor LeeTaylor Lee Nicholoson is BACK and I’m honored to have her be the first return guest on our show. It’s no coincidence that I keep coming back for convos with this woman-- she puts a ton of thought and intention behind her process and the evolution of her work, and it shows. This time around we’re diving into all things sculpture, performance, anxiety as a playmate, pivoting your business model as needed, the difference between content and style, and so much more. WE TALKED ABOUT… Changing directions and mediums with your art Themes o...

2020-10-071h 00

Art + Magic 15. Beauty, Defying Stigmas + Developing Your Voice | Dan LamDAN LAM. What a pinch-me-moment it was to have her on the show. SO many interesting topics got touched on in this conversation: how and why beauty is easily dismissed in art, Dan’s thoughts on a recent negative comment and the issue of gatekeeping in the art world, the stigmas she’s protesting (like fun! and psychedelic use!), how she’s dealt with copying, advice for creating strong work and tons more. It was powerful to talk to someone with so much experience who’s holding down very healthy and important perspectives for the whole art communit...

2020-09-3048 min

Art + Magic 14. Bridging Plant Medicine, Process + Meaning in the Work | Erin LoreeI’ve been wanting to weave plant medicine and psychedelics into the conversation for a while now and I can’t think of someone I would’ve rather done this with than Erin Loree (who’s luscious abstract paintings are to DIE for, by the way). I’m eternally grateful for her openness and wisdom. Not to mention, I had the BEST time talking with her. In our conversation, Erin shared about what it’s been like for her to speak about ayahuasca publicly, how she’s navigated the topic within the exhibition world, the correlations she’s found between...

2020-09-2357 min

Art + Magic 13. Going "Full Time": Transitions, Tips + My Story | Q+A with DevonIn this first Q+A, we're talking all things career advice, winding roads, navigating multiple gigs while being highly sensitive and much more. If you're itching to make the leap from day job to artist or want advice on how to fast track your growth and progress, I think you'll find solace in this discussion. You'll also get the behind-the-scenes of my own (non-linear and highly risky) path to being in biz. A huge thank you to everyone who sent in questions! If yours didn't get answered, it's been saved for future e...

2020-09-1635 min

Art + Magic 12. Astrology as Art | Emmalea RussoAs an astrology fanatic myself, I’ve been dying to bring you an episode where creativity and meets the stars. In this episode, astrologer, writer and artist, Emmalea Russo, shares how she sees astrology as an art in and of itself. We also discuss how she approaches astrology through a lens of divination, and the areas of the birth chart that are particularly ripe with creative fodder (my favorite!). I’m hoping this conversation can serve as inspiration for your explorations--there’s tons to jump off of here! We talked about… -- Emmalea...

2020-09-0957 min

Art + Magic 11. How to Make Multiple Styles, Interests + Income Streams Work For You | Jaclyn FlorescioI invited Jaclyn to be on the show not just because she’s one of my best IRL art friends, but because she’s a wonderful example of how to make a living as an artist by diversifying your offerings and income streams. Jac has embraced the fact that she loves so many styles, projects and mediums, and made that work FOR her. From live art and wedding invitations, to chalk board signs and digital art, to custom portraits and luscious oil paintings-- she literally does it all. You’ll love this conversation if you feel limited by picking just on...

2020-09-0253 min

Art + Magic 10. Questioning Art World Structures, Challenging Racism + Burning Art | Maya FreelonI kind of pinched myself when Maya agreed to this interview. I first came across Maya Freelon with the release of her Art on Fire video, which she released in response to the murder of George Floyd (and countless other black lives). I then rapidly dove into her colorful world of tissue paper artwork, and became fascinated with her messages and the deep history behind her medium. In this convo we get a behind the scenes look at her experience of the art world, how she stuck to her guns in her work despite discouragement from professors, a...

2020-08-2648 min

Art + Magic 9. Let the Work Speak | Rachel Burke of @imakestagramIf you’ve been wondering how someone might make the leap from their day job and land celebrity buyers and big time collaborations while being wildly unapologetic in following their joy, look no further than this conversation I had with artist and designer, Rachel Burke of @imakestagram. I loved getting the back story on her unique, nostalgic and joyful creations and the long journey she’s been on with them. And I especially loved hearing her approach to brand, story, repping her own creations and what it’s been like for her to switch it up with painting, too. ...

2020-07-2753 min

Art + Magic 8. Resilience + Creating Beautifully Human Work | Lanecia Rouse TinsleyI found that what Lanecia shared about choosing life, moving through grief, being honest and claiming art for herself was exactly what I needed to hear in this moment. I’m in love with the depth of thought behind her work (which you’ll get to hear!) as well as her perspective on the ways art makes us better humans in the world. We talked about… -- How Lancia creates with patience and mindfulness, and let’s her work “become” in it’s own timing (and the practicality of working with deadlines within this process) -- What l...

2020-06-3055 min

Art + Magic 7. Portals, Murals and More | Madeleine TonziThis is both a soothing and super relevant conversation for the current times. Oakland based artist, Madeleine Tonzi, is a painter and muralist. Originally from the high desert of Santa Fe, New Mexico, Madeleine’s work is both a reflection of the past, present and future, in which she extracts the essence of moments to create mystical and surreal landscapes. Through a distinct color pallet, soft natural elements and rigid architectural forms, she places emphasis on environments laden with both freedom and boundaries that which shape our navigation through this world and highlight the importance of preserving that which is s...

2020-05-2857 min

Art + Magic 6. From Closet Painter to Thriving Business Owner with Amira RahimInstagram SUPERSTAR, Amira Rahim, pulls back the curtain on the personal trials and events that marked the beginning of her career as an artist. She provides wonderful insight into the journey and advice for others who want to sell more work and build a business from their creative pursuits. In the second half of the conversation we get into practical tips for artists. As a long standing resource and teacher for other artists, Amira had some wonderful insights into the mistakes artists make, the power of color and what creates high value art. So many goods in...

2020-02-201h 24

Art + Magic 5. The Power of Story: Branding, Sales + Layers of the Work with Taylor LeeHow do we stay cohesive in our brand while having endless freedom to creatively explore? And when it comes to selling our work, what's the best way to help others make a connection with it-- especially if we work in many styles? And maybe the bigger question, as we creatively evolve: How can we weave who we are into the deep layers of our art? Taylor Lee had amazing insight into these questions (and much more) in our conversation together. We talked about... --Taylors perspective on the many styles she’s worked through-- her conflicting fe...

2020-02-141h 00

Art + Magic 4. 5 Keys to Creating a Sustainable Art BusinessHow do we create our art business to not only be profitable, but in a way that a) will support us over the long haul and b) operates in a way that's good for our energy level and our creativity? In this solo episode I go in detail about what have been the 5 most important components that keep my art business flowing and sustainable, and how YOU can implement those keys too. GET THE FREE PDF GUIDE FOR THIS EPISODE: www.devonwalz.com/resources FOLLOW THE SHOW @artandmagicpodcast

2020-02-1235 min

Art + Magic 3. Commitment, Selling Work + Long-Haul Success with Linda CollettaLinda Colletta gives us all the details on how to sell work, get in with interior designers, make connections in your local community, maintain relationships and go full time as an artist.

2020-02-0658 min

Art + Magic 2. How to Become More Comfortable Being SeenA solo deep dive on why it's so important as an artist and 3 things you can start doing today to lean into visibility with ease.

2020-02-0322 min

Art + Magic 1. Unconventional Approaches to Art, Career + Health With Satsuki ShibuyaSatsuki Shibuya is an artist, poet and spiritual thinker who shares with us... -- Her journey of chronic illness + how healing power of art *actually* operates -- Purpose, branding and making a variety of styles work for you -- Unconventional ways of pricing work -- How she matching her work with resonate buyers + helping interested parties crossover to becoming lifelong collectors -- Her transition into selling her work with a gallery Show notes: www.devonwalz.com/artandmagic

2020-01-291h 00

Art + Magic Why ART + MAGIC? // New Podcast PreviewIt's here! A brand new podcast all about the practical, magical and REAL of being an artist. In this quick trailer, I give you some background on my own story and why I started this podcast, as well as a preview of upcoming topics for the season. Stay up to date on Instagram @devonwalzart www.devonwalz.com

2020-01-2605 min

Rising Women Leaders Creativity, Art & Learning to Trust with Devon Walz Announcement: We have a new free masterclass available for you! Learn how our clients elevate their voice, impact & income in their spiritual business: http://bit.ly/rwl-masterclass - We'll show you a step-by-step game plan to elevate your voice, impact and income even if you consider yourself a highly sensitive person and are afraid of visibility, sharing your voice or being seen... I recently heard Elizabeth Gilbert speak on the topic of creativity … and since then I've been thinking A LOT about how creativity supports us in feeling healthier and more alive. The universe is constantly creating (th...

2019-08-2246 min

Wild and Creative Gathering 3: Ditching the 9-5 For The Studio (with Devon Walz)You'll love this chat if you are a creative who is wanting to "make it" on your own. Incredibly interesting and fuelled by energetic awareness, Devon has been able to make the studio her full-time gig. Devon seemed to take a longer route to dive into the world of art full time, but this colorful entrepreneur is an inspiring light in the world of online art. Devon Walz

2018-01-3028 min