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The Art LifeMinimalism for Artists (with Xandra Robinson-Burns)EPISODE DESCRIPTION:A night owl and an early bird. An extrovert and an introvert. A maximalist and a minimalist. Grace and Xandra are opposites in many ways, and they’ve learned so much by celebrating those differences.In Episode 80, Grace interviews Xandra about minimalism and its benefits for artists. Are you making room for what is most important?SHOW NOTES:Sign up for Xandra's newsletterXandra is on TikTokHow to Do Nothing: Resisting the Attention Economy by Jenny OdellThe Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie KondoSteal Like an Artist and Show Yo...
2022-05-271h 03The Art LifeChoose Your Own Love Story with Xandra Robinson-BurnsEPISODE DESCRIPTION:What are your favorite love stories? What fictional couples inspire you?In this feel-good episode, host Xandra Robinson-Burns returns to talk with Grace all about favorite love stories, the power of sincerity, and desire for slow-burning love in a fast-paced world. Create the romance you wish to see in the world.SHOW NOTES:Everyday Wonderland1 2 3 Mini-AdventureHeroine TrainingXandra's essay: Literary Cottage FinaleBeach Read by Emily HenryThrone of Glass by Sarah J. MaasIT by Stephen KingThe Serpent King by Jeff ZentnerXandra loves: Jane the Virgin, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Crash Landing on...
2022-04-0851 minThe Art LifeWhen It's Time To GoIn Xandra’s farewell episode, she and Grace face fears, and reflect on what is no longer scary. They discuss why Xandra is ready to leave, why Grace needs to stay, and what’s next for The Art Life.SHOW NOTES:Find Xandra in Everyday Wonderland: http://everydaywonder.landSend Xandra your ideas for where she should be a guest teacher or speaker: theartlife@heroinetraining.comSend Grace your requests for new topics and interview guests: theartlifeshow@gmail.comSubscribe to Xandra’s newsletter: heroinetraining.com/subscribeGrace’s Instagram has been recovered! instagram.com/gracegordonofficalGrace’s other Instagram profiles: @artbygrace...
2021-09-1737 minThe Art LifeWhiplash & Unicorn StoreTo celebrate their birthdays, Xandra and Grace watch each other’s favourite art life movies: Whiplash and Unicorn Store. They discuss supportive parents, and nourishing your inner artist. What’s your favorite art life film? SHOW NOTES:WHIPLASH dir. Damien ChazelleUNICORN STORE dir. Brie LarsonRook ProductionsPacking: A Heroine’s Guide: http://heroinetraining.com/packWhat’s Your Favorite Part? PodcastXandra’s Essay, Only the Best CakeSign up for our newsletter: http://heroinetraining.com/artlifenewsRELATED EPISODES:How to Help Your Artist FriendsIs Art Fun?Pack Your BagsBernard K. Addison’s Art LifeSHOW DETAILS:Read mor...
2021-08-0649 minThe Art LifeHow to Help Your Artist Friends with Athena Reddy and Nick GrantSHOW DESCRIPTION:How can we support the art we want to see in the world? Who benefits most from a retweet, a dollar, or a compliment? Grace is joined by actor Athena Reddy and filmmaker Nick Grant for a roundtable discussion about the many practical ways we can help our artist friends. Invest in risk-taking, unique art. We all rise together. SHOW NOTES: Support our horror short film THE VILE SLUGS on Indiegogo! https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/the-vile-slugs-a-short-horror-filmHi! I'm Alison, a fellow human! (Athena's least viewed favorite project)How to Do Screenwriting Good: Ro...
2021-07-231h 02The Art LifeCampfire Special: Our Artist DatesSHOW DESCRIPTION:Grace and Xandra report back from their Artist Vacations, and read listeners’ stories. Featuring Artist Dates from Otiti, Janae, Laura, Lorrie, Sara, and moms. The art life is taking the easy road.You can read along here: https://www.heroinetraining.com/artist-date-ideas/YOU'RE INVITED TO OUR ART PARTIES!Join us for a SOCIAL Art Party on Saturday May 29Join us for a SILENT Art Party on Tuesday June 8thSHOW NOTES:Gala DarlingLorrie Kim’s interview with actor Rupert GravesSpotted Dick recipeGrace’s latest art at Sugarmynt Gallery: https...
2021-05-1448 minThe Art LifeThe Artist's Way Week 12SHOW DESCRIPTION:On the Artist’s Way FINALE, Grace has exciting career news that is SO Week 12. She and Xandra marvel at how breakthroughs happen when they surrender control, and prioritise FUN! “Life is meant to be an artist date.”SHOW NOTES:The Artist’s Way by Julia CameronHarry Potter characters doing The Artist’s Way (Twitter thread by Lorrie Kim, @_lorriekim_)Grace’s art is at Sugarmynt GallerySign up for our newsletter: http://theartlife.showRELATED EPISODESEpisode 52: Getting Started With The Artist's WayEpisode 19: 100 Books A Year?Episode 5: Is Art Fun?SHOW DETAI...
2021-03-2644 minThe Art LifeThe Artist's Way Week 11Grace admits to self-imposed stressors and Xandra experiences synchronicities with her former self. They choose process: in both movement and career decisions. What’s on your artist’s altar?We’re collecting stories about Our Artist Dates for the next Campfire Episode! Send us your story: theartlife@heroinetraining.comSHOW NOTES:The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron Everyday Wonderland: http://everydaywonder.land/Toil and Trouble at Sugarmynt GallerySign up for our newsletter: heroinetraining.com/artlifenewsSHOW DETAILS:Read more and subscribe to our newsletter at http://theartlife.showSend lette...
2021-03-1934 minThe Art LifeThe Artist's Way Week 10SHOW DESCRIPTIONWhat if we could have our dreams right now? Grace and Xandra confront workaholism as a creative block, and return to their favourite topic: boundaries! Affirmation for the week: “Respecting myself makes my relationships better.”If you’re doing The Artist’s Way with us, we would especially love to hear from you! Send us an email (or a postcard!) and we’ll cheer you on.SHOW NOTES:The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron A Play in Three Acts: http://heroinetraining.com/play/Everyday Wonderland: http://everydaywonder.land/Eran Barnea’s #mir...
2021-03-1239 minThe Art LifeThe Artist's Way Week 9SHOW DESCRIPTION:Many people abandon The Artist’s Way around this point in the book. So here’s some extra encouragement! 🥰🥰🥰 Grace and Xandra challenge themselves to dream bigger and want more. Did you read your morning pages this week?If you’re doing The Artist’s Way with us, we would especially love to hear from you! Send us an email (or a postcard!) and we’ll cheer you on.SHOW NOTES:The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron Pin Up Girl ClothingEveryday Wonderland Toil and Trouble at Sugarmynt GalleryRELATED EPISODES:Ep...
2021-03-0536 minThe Art LifeThe Artist's Way Week 8SHOW DESCRIPTION:Grace and Xandra abandon their usual format to go with the flow. When the story is ready to be told, you don't have to try. Art can be easy if we let it.If you’re doing The Artist’s Way with us, we would especially love to hear from you! Send us an email (or a postcard!) and we’ll cheer you on.SHOW NOTES:The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron Eve’s Hollywood by Eve BabitzL.A. Woman by Eve BabitzSlow Days, Fast Company by Eve Babitz Xandra’s Lit...
2021-02-2645 minThe Art LifeThe Artist's Way Week 7Grace asks: How do you want to be celebrated? Discussing connection to ourselves, Xandra shares a vulnerable story on jealousy, and finding purpose in stillness. Stay tuned til the end for a gorgeous rant on ‘God language’.If you’re doing The Artist’s Way with us, we would especially love to hear from you! Send us an email (or a postcard!) and we’ll cheer you on.SHOW NOTES:The Artist’s Way by Julia CameronTaylor Swift’s Folklore: The Long Pond Studio Sessions (DisneyPlus)Xandra spoke more about growing up as an Asian American...
2021-02-1944 minThe Art LifeThe Artist's Way Week 6Can abundance be found on a budget? (YES!) Xandra makes luxury upgrades for free, Grace celebrates the reciprocal power of generosity, and eventually they land in fits of giggles. The Artist’s Way is a marathon, and we’re halfway through! …Have you sent us a postcard yet?If you’re doing The Artist’s Way with us, we would especially love to hear from you! Send us an email (or a postcard!) and we’ll cheer you on.SHOW NOTES:The Artist’s Way by Julia CameronThe Buy Nothing. Get Everything Plan by Leisl Clarke a...
2021-02-1242 minThe Art LifeThe Artist's Way Week 5Can selfishness be generous? Grace has the most magical Artist Date EVER, and Xandra gets her Christmas Wish. They recover a Sense of Possibility by admitting to self sabotage, collecting inspiring images, and considering the accessibility of morning pages.If you’re doing The Artist’s Way with us, we would especially love to hear from you! Send us an email (or a postcard!) and we’ll cheer you on.SHOW NOTES:The Artist’s Way by Julia CameronSugarMynt GalleryDweller’s on the Threshold: A David Lynch Tribute Exhibition Xandra’s essay, Empty WordsParker Midnight Astr...
2021-02-0543 minThe Art LifeThe Artist's Way Week 4Did you rise to the challenge of Reading Deprivation? Silence makes room for clarity, productivity, breakthroughs, and sheer joy. Grace announces her new venture, and Xandra goes on a surprising Artist Date. The Artist’s Way is personal - interpretative to the individual.If you're doing The Artist's Way with us, we would especially love to hear from you! Send us an email (or a postcard!) and we'll cheer you on.SHOW NOTES:The Artist’s Way by Julia CameronRun DisneyDC Batman RunSnape: A Definitive Reading by Lorrie KimGrace’s Etsy ShopGrace’s OnlyFansGrace’s Depop...
2021-01-2945 minThe Art LifeThe Artist's Way Week 3In this reflection of Julia Cameron's The Artist's Way Week 3, Grace and Xandra have an epiphany: the Artist Date should feel like a date. They discuss how to do that, exactly. In short? Romancing ourselves! They also share listener stories of synchronicity, childhood rooms, and the value of anger and pain.If you're doing The Artist's Way with us, we would especially love to hear from you! Send us an email (or a postcard!) and we'll cheer you on.SHOW NOTES: PowerPoint Parties: What they are and how to host themThe Art Life Episode 15: T...
2021-01-2242 minThe Art LifeThe Artist's Way Week 2Is your life pie in balance? Grace and Xandra reflect on Julia Cameron's Week 2 essays and tasks, including Crazymakers and Poisonous Playmates.With help from their listeners, they continue to insist on letting go of binary thinking.If you're doing The Artist's Way with us, we would especially love to hear from you! Send us an email (or a postcard!) and we'll cheer you on.SHOW NOTES:Life in the UK by Xandra Robinson-BurnsLetters From Jane Austen by Xandra Robinson-BurnsGrace's Etsy ShopMansfield Park by Jane AustenSense and Sensibility by Jane AustenThe Artist's...
2021-01-1541 minThe Art LifeThe Artist's Way Week 1In this reflection on Week 1 of Julia Cameron's The Artist's Way, Xandra and Grace face different challenges with their Artist Dates. They dream of Imaginary Lives, and ask: Can you "shadow declared artists" while being an artist yourself?If you're doing The Artist's Way with us, we would especially love to hear from you! Send us an email (or a postcard!) and we'll cheer you on.SHOW NOTES: The Art Life Episode 36: Grace Quantock's Art LifeIN THE WILD LIGHT by Jeff ZentnerSplittings by Adrienne RichSay Yes by Andrea GibsonOde to the Things He Couldn't T...
2021-01-0835 minThe Art LifeGetting Started With The Artist's WayGrace and Xandra share their origin stories and outcomes with Julia Cameron's The Artist's Way. They offer advice and encouragement to those embarking on the course for the first time. This episode begins a new series, which returns next Friday for a reflection on Week 1 of The Artist's Way.SHOW NOTES: The Artist's Way by Julia CameronThe Dark Tower: The Gunslinger by Stephen KingInside Acting Podcast interviews actress Jenna FischerGrace's art at Sugarmynt Gallery SHOW DETAILS:Read more and subscribe to our newsletter at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: Th...
2021-01-0147 minThe Art LifeCampfire Special: Creating TraditionsIn this holiday special, Grace and Xandra open their virtual campfire circle to ask, 'What traditions have you created?' Featuring stories from Claire, Laila, and Nicole, with surprise appearances from family members. Thank you to our Art Life community for your presence this year!SHOW NOTES: The Art Life Episode 50: Periods for Artists with Claire BakerThe Art Life Episode 27: The Pajama LifeThe Artist's Way by Julia CameronSHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, C...
2020-12-2548 minThe Art LifeTrailer: The Artist's WayJoin us for our new series on Julia Cameron's The Artist's Way. This is for anyone who wants to bring more creativity into their lives, whether you identify as an artist (yet!) or not. Grace is an Artist's Way veteran, and Xandra just finished the course for the first time. We hope that you'll join us in going through the book together week by week, beginning with an introduction on January 1, 2021. SHOW NOTES:The Artist's Way by Julia CameronSHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The A...
2020-12-1807 minThe Art LifePeriods for Artists with Claire BakerClaire Baker (she/her) is a period coach and the author of 50 Things You Need to Know About Periods. She and Xandra discuss aligning the creative process with the menstrual cycle. What is the best time in the cycle for play and work? Claire also shares insights from prioritising rest, and dreamy art projects of her own.SHOW NOTES: Claire's book: 50 Things You Need to Know About PeriodsClaire's website: http://clairebaker.comClaire is on Instagram @_clairebaker_SHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o...
2020-12-111h 12The Art LifeHenry Barajas's Art LifeSHOW NOTES:Henry's graphic memoir, La Voz de M.A.Y.O.: Tata RamboHenry's Kickstarter for HELM GREYCASTLE #1Top Cow'The Boys' and 'Hunters' on Amazon PrimeThe Lord of the Rings trilogy by JRR TolkienSunstone Volume 1Stray Bullets by David LaphamHenry is on Twitter @HenryBarajas and Instagram @HenryJBarajasSHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91617Email: theartlife@heroinetraining.comXandra Robinson-Burns is on Patreon: @heroinetrainingGrace Gordon is on Instagram: @gracegordonofficial O...
2020-11-271h 00The Art LifeJuveniliaGrace and Xandra share VERY SERIOUS art projects from their youth. Turns out, they both formed rebellious childhood theatre troupes. In this episode, Grace also reveals her latest art venture!SHOW NOTES: Jane Austen’s JuveniliaJASNAEpisode 47: Creating TraditionsEveryday WonderlandSugarMynt GalleryWhat unique traditions have you created? Send your stories to: theartlife@heroinetraining.comby 11 December, 2020 to be read on an upcoming Campfire Special.SHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife@heroinetraining.comXandra...
2020-11-1342 minThe Art LifeCreating TraditionsFrom embarrassing gifts to crepes and comics, Grace and Xandra tell stories of traditions they share with family, friends, and their artist selves! What unique traditions have you created?SHOW NOTES:FACE TO FACE: THE ART OF HUMAN CONNECTION by Brian GrazerXandra's essay, Like Owl PostXandra's free audiobook, A Play in Three ActsMany of Grace's favorite recipes are from My Moroccan FoodSHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife@heroinetraining...
2020-10-3040 minThe Art LifeInclusive Reading GoalsGrace and Xandra are delighted to discuss a frequently asked reader question: How can we read more inclusively? They explore why it's hard, what we can do, and the importance of like-minded recommenders. The art life must be inclusive.SHOW NOTES:We Need Diverse BooksBook Riot's Read Harder Challenge 2020Radical Reads: Celebrities' Favorite BooksBeyoncé's Literary References and a Reading List for FansBartleby, the Scrivener by Herman MelvilleSubtle Asian Book ClubSo You Want to Talk About Race? by Ijeoma UluoSHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: T...
2020-10-1638 minThe Art LifeThe Art of EndingsGrace opens up about her decision to leave Patreon. She and Xandra discuss creating endings on good terms and the editing process. How do you gain closure when a project ends?SHOW NOTES69 Love Songs by The Magnetic FieldsXandra's essay: Not What I'm NotThe Art Life Episode 26: Patreon for ArtistsMarriage Story (Netflix)SHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife@heroinetraining.comXandra Robinson-Burns is on Patreon: @heroinetraining
2020-10-0247 minThe Art LifeBernard K. Addison's Art LifeBernard K. Addison (he/him) is an actor and theatre teacher. With Grace, he discusses teaching, rest, theatre in quarantine, and the rehearsal process for The Ballad of Emmett Till. The art life is finding your song.Show Notes:Watch THE BALLAD OF EMMETT TILL (The Fountain Theatre)BUS STOP by William IngeFAIRVIEW by Jackie Sibblies DruryJOE TURNER'S COME AND GONE by August WilsonCITIZEN by Claudia RankineULYSSES by James JoyceONE HUNDRED YEARS OF SOLITUDE by Gabriel Garcia MarquezLOVE IN THE TIME OF CHOLERA by Gabriel Garcia MarquezTHE BLUEST EYE by Toni MorrisonJOHN LEGUIZAMO'S LATIN HISTORY FOR...
2020-09-181h 24The Art LifeA Year in The Art LifeWhat is the art life? Grace and Xandra answered that question 42 times in the past year! In this one-year anniversary episode of The Art Life, they bring back the epistolary format to discuss how the show (and their art lives) have evolved. SHOW NOTES: The Art Life Episode 1: This is The Art LifeWhat's Your Favorite Part?: A Heroine Training PodcastThe Baby-Sitters Club (Netflix)The Artist's Way by Julia CameronSHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Va...
2020-09-0429 minThe Art LifeThe Art of JoyGrace and Xandra love doing self-development work. But what does it mean to truly experience joy? They discuss trusting intuition, Obsessions Only, and how they're living their middle school dreams. Are you?SHOW NOTES: Xandra's essay, 'Only the Best Cake'PLEASURE ACTIVISM by Adrienne Maree BrownTHE IMAGINEERING STORY on Disney+SHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife@heroinetraining.comXandra Robinson-Burns is on Patreon: @heroinetrainingGrace Gordon is...
2020-08-2141 minThe Art LifeCampfire Special: How Have You Grown?For this Campfire Special in the age of quarantine, Grace and Xandra ask ‘How Have You Grown?’. Featuring stories from Louisa, Isabella, Valerie, Lorrie, and Shaun. We create The Art Life together.Show Notes:Livingston Girls by Briana Morgan (narrated by Valerie Rose Lohman)SHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife@heroinetraining.comXandra Robinson-Burns is on Patreon: @heroinetrainingGrace Gordon is on Instagram and Patreon: @graceg...
2020-08-0739 minThe Art LifeDigital Boundaries: Live at Camp GLAFor their first ever live show, Xandra and Grace brought this discussion on Digital Boundaries to Camp GLA, the virtual version of the Harry Potter Alliance’s annual fan activist conference, the Granger Leadership Academy.With much of our lives and activist work taking place online, it’s more important than ever to set digital boundaries. We must preserve our energy to prioritise taking meaningful action and creating our best work.'I just realised that I don't have to settle for something good. If I am creative enough, I can find a workaround that is GREA...
2020-07-2456 minThe Art LifeCrafting a Business with Erika LyremarkXandra talks to sales and marketing expert Erika Lyremark (she/her) about bringing your art into your business. They discuss the value of understanding your own magic, what to do when you have too many ideas, creative packaging, and prioritising FUN!SHOW NOTES: Erika is on Instagram @dailywhipA free copy of Erika’s book, Think Like a Stripper, and more adventures: dailywhip.com/adventureSHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: thear...
2020-07-031h 07The Art LifeArt & HealingArtists are healers. Grace and Xandra discuss healing ourselves and the world through art. SHOW NOTES: HEAL THYSELF: A Diversity Intensive for Healers and Life CoachesThe Art Life Episode 30: Self Love for Artists with Amelia FortesTHE WATERMELON WOMANDEAR WHITE PEOPLE (Netflix)SHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife@heroinetraining.comXandra Robinson-Burns is on Instagram and Patreon: @heroinetrainingGrace Gordon is on Instagram and Patreon: @gracegordonofficial
2020-06-1939 minThe Art LifeAnti-Racism in Your Art LifeIn this week’s mini episode, Xandra and Grace provide an information session on how to take anti-racist action in your art life. From diversifying your art consumption to hiring sensitivity readers, there are so many ways to help. Just a reminder: listening to this episode is not activism. This episode is a map, but you have to take the journey yourself.SHOW NOTES: 'Sensitivity Readers: When to Use Them And Where to Find Them' (Metamorphosis Literary Agency)Hot Topic's Black Lives Matter statement (Daily Dot)'Bad Robot Pledges $10M to Organizations with Anti-Racist Agendas' (Hollywood Repo...
2020-06-0319 minThe Art LifeGrace Quantock's Art LifeGrace Quantock (she/her) is a psychotherapeutic counsellor, writer, and storyteller. With Xandra, she discusses creating ways forward every day, marginalia, and therapeutic does of poetry. Grace recommends finding friends in bibliographies.SHOW NOTES: Grace’s book, Beyond the Boundaries: Finding Freedom and Fulfilment Within Four Walls: http://gracequantock.com/btb/Grace is on Twitter @grace_quantockGrace’s Newsletter: bit.ly/postcardsfromthemarginsGrace’s website: http://gracequantock.com/SEND US YOUR STORIES:Our next campfire episode during the age of coronavirus asks: How Have You Grown?Send your stories to theartlife@heroinetraining.com to be featured...
2020-05-2955 minThe Art LifeAnjelika Washington's Art LifeGrace interviews actress Anjelika Washington (‘Tall Girl’, DC’s ‘Stargirl’). They discuss navigating an acting career with integrity, leaps of faith, and macaroni and cheese. We make history when we stand together.SHOW NOTES: THE MAGIC by Rhonda ByrneDC'S STARGIRLAnjelika is on Instagram @anjelikaw and @anjelikaeatsSEND US YOUR STORIES:Our next campfire episode during the age of coronavirus asks: How Have You Grown?Send your stories to theartlife@heroinetraining.com to be featured on the show.SHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o...
2020-05-1556 minThe Art LifeArt & ControlGrace and Xandra are living in retreat mode! They discuss the balance between taking control and surrendering to life. When we’re experimenting, figuring out what we don't want is a win.SHOW NOTES: Grace's Stephen King themed art pieces at SugarMynt Gallery: https://www.sugarmynt.com/ourshopGrace's video ASMR Positive Affirmations: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zNf9bxDPJB4Xandra's essay, Feel First: https://www.heroinetraining.com/feel-first/Xandra's essay, We Hold The World Together: https://www.heroinetraining.com/we-hold-the-world-together/Xandra's poem, Feelings Balloon: https://www.heroinetraining.com/feelings-balloon/ SHOW DETAILS:Read more...
2020-05-0836 minThe Art LifeAdam Fleischman's Art LifeGrace interviews restauranteur Adam Fleischman about food: an artform that’s relatable to everybody. They discuss LA as a city about creativity, dinner parties, and literature. Devote everything to your art life.SHOW NOTES:FLAVOR BOMBS by Adam FleischmanAdam is on Instagram @adam.fleischmanUmami Burger'Sal Lavallo Visited All 193 Countries. So We Asked Him 193 Questions''An Elegy for Red Medicine'Letters from Jane AustenSHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife@heroinetraining.com...
2020-05-0142 minThe Art LifeLive-streaming for Artists with Katie HawthorneKatie Hawthorne is a music journalist and a PhD student, researching how digital tools shape liveness in performance. Xandra talks with her about the hierarchical live-stream economy, what makes theatre magical, and how to support musicians and theatre makers.SHOW NOTES:Katie is on Twitter @katiehawthorneKatie's piece for The Stage on live-streaming theatreKatie's piece for The Guardian on live-streaming musicSHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife@heroinetraining.com
2020-04-2459 minThe Art LifeHow to Choose What to Watch NextGrace and Xandra discuss how they choose movies and tv for home viewing. With more space and time, we can be more in tune with what we need. Let this time inspire innovation and introspection.SHOW NOTES: 'To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar'‘Interstellar'‘Contact'‘Succession''The Imagineering Story'‘Encore!''Station Eleven' by Emily St. John Mandel'Our Town' by Thornton WilderSHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife@heroinetraining.com
2020-04-1741 minThe Art LifeSelf Love for Artists with Amelia FortesGrace talks to self-love coach and healer, Amelia Fortes. They discuss healing for artists, but also how art itself is healing. Sometimes we bury the the things that bring us the most joy. Are you getting the whole cake or settling for crumbs?SHOW NOTES: Amelia's Website: Self Love Story https://ameliafortes.com/Amelia's Podcast: Courageous Self LoveAmelia's Instagram: @theameliafortesRich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. KiyosakiSHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607
2020-04-1056 minThe Art LifeRorie's Art LifeXandra talks to singer-songwriter Rorie about her process as a musician, artists as people, and the joy of creating. Sometimes it takes years to find the right lyrics. Thanks, Rorie, for being our first guest!SHOW NOTES: Rorie's website: http://roriemusic.comRorie on Instagram: @roriemusicLyric video for Rorie’s song ‘Sun’Playlist of Rorie songs mentioned on this episodeEpisode 4: The Yurt LifeEpisode 26: Patreon for ArtistsEveryday WonderlandSHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email...
2020-04-031h 06The Art LifeArt Life in QuarantineXandra and Grace share how they’re doing, and what they’re doing during the coronavirus crisis. They reflect on what helps, and the value of art (and the post office).SHOW NOTES:Xandra's Disney Princess Quarantine playlistSHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife@heroinetraining.comXandra Robinson-Burns is on Instagram and Patreon: @heroinetrainingGrace Gordon is on Instagram and Patreon: @gracegordonofficial Our music...
2020-03-2749 minThe Art LifeThe Pajama LifeHave you heard? Xandra and Grace adore pajamas. They share favourite PJ artists and sleepwear style stories. Travel light - but always pack pajamas!SHOW NOTES: Grace’s video: Make Pajamas Sexy AgainSugarMynt Gallery in Pasadena: https://www.sugarmynt.com/Desmond & Dempsey: heroinetraining.com/pj (Affiliate link)Lingerie & Literature: https://www.lingerieandliterature.com/Atla: https://atla.is/SHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife@heroinetraining.comXandra Robinson-Burns is on In...
2020-03-1330 minThe Art LifePatreon for ArtistsXandra and Grace love Patreon! Grace shares her best advice for artists using this platform. Be authentic, build community, and please - browse a bookshop.SHOW NOTES: The King at the Edge of the World by Arthur PhillipsThe Art of Asking by Amanda PalmerGrace on Patreon: Patreon.com/GraceGordonOfficialXandra on Patreon: Patreon.com/HeroineTrainingSHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife@heroinetraining.comXandra Robinson-Burns is on Instagram a...
2020-02-2840 minThe Art LifeWhat's In Our NotebooksXandra and Grace are analog girls. From morning pages to financial records, they share their paper notebook methods. Don’t forget to revel in the present moment, and recognise when you’re living your dreams! 🌟SHOW NOTES: Gilmore Guys Show http://www.gilmoreguysshow.com/The Artist's Way by Julia CameronXandra’s Essay, ‘A Stack of CD’s’: http://heroinetraining.com/a-stack-of-cdsGrace's website: http://gracegordonofficial.comSHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife...
2020-02-2137 minThe Art LifeValentine's SpecialXandra and Grace lead their first campfire special, sharing readers' stories of gift giving! Holidays are an opportunity to be creative. Love is paying attention. Grace just wants to have fun. SHOW NOTES: Big Blue Marble Books in Mt. Airy PhiladelphiaThe Art Life Episode 5: Is Art Fun?Everyday Wonderland: http://everydaywonder.landGrace's new website! http://gracegordonofficial.comSHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife@heroinetraining.comXandra Robinson-Burns is...
2020-02-1438 minThe Art LifeFinding Your PeopleBe a fan of your friends - and the casting director of your life. Grace and Xandra discuss fostering your creative community. To find your people, it is necessary to be the initiator.SHOW NOTES: Rorie's new album, Valley in the MirrorSHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife@heroinetraining.comXandra Robinson-Burns is on Instagram and Patreon: @heroinetrainingGrace Gordon is on Instagram and Patreon: @g...
2020-02-0735 minThe Art LifePack Your BagsXandra is a minimalist. Grace is a maximalist. They both travel in style, whether in a fabulous vintage suitcase, or just a handbag. How light do you travel?SHOW NOTES: Packing: A Heroine’s Guide, Xandra’s new ebook!BECOMING SUPERMAN by J. Michael StraczynskiSHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife@heroinetraining.comXandra Robinson-Burns is on Instagram and Patreon: @heroinetrainingGrace Gordon is on Insta...
2020-01-3141 minThe Art LifeLet's Go to the Movies!Grace has a rule: Always get popcorn. She and Xandra memorable experiences at the movies, personal fashion resolutions, and the need for sacred cellphone-free spaces. What is your cinema-going personality?SHOW NOTES: What's Your Favorite Part? PodcastWalt Disney World & RunDisneyThe Ultimate Picture Palace, Oxford, UK'Pleasure Activism' by Adrienne Maree BrownSend us your gifting stories!SHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife@heroinetraining.comXandra Robinson-Burns is on Instagram an...
2020-01-2446 minThe Art LifeWe Need to Sort Out Our Priorities!What's the opposite of writer's block? Too many ideas! Grace and Xandra discuss the need for both structure and freedom. Gryffindors and Slytherins alike need to sort out their priorities.SHOW NOTES: ‘The Source' by Tara SwartPassion PlannerBookmarket at Edinburgh Waverley Mall, by Fruitmarket Gallery‘Lucky Bitch’ by Denise Duffield-ThomasThe Art Life: Episode 18: Art & BarterThe Art Life: Episode 19: 100 Books a Year?SHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife@heroinetraining.comXandr...
2020-01-0336 minThe Art Life100 Books a Year?To be read or not to be read? Xandra doesn’t set reading goals. Grace reads 100 books a year. They discuss how to set self-care goals and remove the ceiling on how good life can be. Go buy a pencil!SHOW NOTES:Amelia Fortes: The Self Love Oracle: www.ameliafortes.comBig Blue Marble BooksGrace on GoodreadsVivian Vette handbags: vivianvette.comHeroine Training podcast ‘What’s Your Favorite Part?’, recapping High School Musical: The Musical, The SeriesXandra's essay, 'Enjoy Reading': http://heroinetraining.com/enjoy-readingSHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters...
2019-12-2742 minThe Art LifeArt & BarterShould we always charge for our work? When is it appropriate to skillshare? Xandra and Grace discuss the difference between bartering services and collaboration. Anyone want to teach Grace sword fighting? SHOW NOTES:'Get Rich, Lucky Bitch' by Denise Duffield-Thomas'Becoming Dangerous’, edited by Katie West and Jasmine Elliott'The World of IT' by Alyse WaxErika Lyremark’s Business Confidence ChecklistHeroine Training podcast ‘What’s Your Favorite Part?’, recapping High School Musical: The Musical, The Series SHOW DETAILS:Read more a...
2019-12-2041 minThe Art LifeThe Ghost of Projects PastGrace and Xandra are haunted by ghosts! The ghosts of their early work. But during the episode, they discover that they are haunted by another ghost too. They discuss embarrassment, homemade advent calendars, and the freedom of creating with frequency. SHOW NOTES: The Art Life wants to hear your stories! Tell us about the BEST gifts you've ever received. We'll read your stories on a special episode of the show!Frozen 2Instagram expert Sara Tasker, @me_and_orlaXandra’s essay that she feels could be improved: Like Owl PostSHOW DETAILS:Read more at htt...
2019-12-1339 minThe Art LifeThe Art of AdminXandra loves to make admin lovely - and gets asked about this all the time! She and Grace discuss book launch joy, food shopping strategies, and setting a mindset of enjoying admin. When in doubt, add a favourite beverage.SHOW NOTES:La Voz de M.A.Y.O: Tata Rambo by Henry BarajasXandra's essay Entertaining the FantasySecret link for Mini Adventure Mappings'Better Than Before' and 'The Happiness Project' by Gretchen RubinMy Moroccan FoodSHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon...
2019-12-0639 minThe Art LifeTis A Gift to be SimpleXandra and Grace wish you an artful season of giving! They discuss acts of service, the art of receiving, and celebrity arch-nemeses. A cliché for a reason: it’s the thought that counts. A REQUEST: What’s the best gift you’ve received? We want to share your stories on a special upcoming episode of The Art Life. Email us: theartlife@heroinetraining.com SHOW NOTES:Grace's post On Gift GivingThe Quell FoundationTim Minchin & Matilda the Musical SHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://thear...
2019-11-2953 minThe Art LifeStillnessGrace resumes her meditation practice, Xandra does a no-tech weekend experiment. In this lullaby of an episode, they discuss letting writing sit, how to skill-share with reciprocity, and showing up to support the arts. Stillness is part of the process. SHOW NOTES:Affiliate link for Sarah von Bargen’s Bank Boost: heroinetraining.com/bankboostHarv Greenberg Photography @harvgreenberg on InstagramHollywood Hustle PodcastThe Festival of Disruption and The David Lynch FoundationMary Lofgren and The School of Sensual LivingXandra’s essays: Art Doesn’t Have to Hurt & Just Lying on the Rug SHOW DETAILS:Read more...
2019-11-151h 03The Art LifeHow Can Art Change the World?What is the value of art in a world so chaotic?Grace and Xandra respond to a request to define what it means to be an activist. They offers action steps and starting points for anyone reading the news wondering ‘What can I do?’. SHOW NOTES:depressed demon nightmare boys meme‘Peril’ by Toni MorrisonIllustrated Guide to Political Prisoners and Prisoners of War by NYC Anarchist Black CrossBooks Through BarsThe Harry Potter Alliance & Granger Leadership AcademyHidden Figures (film)When They See Us (Netflix mini series)SHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://t...
2019-11-081h 00The Art LifeThe Art of Dress UpDress up is passion for Grace, but also part of her profession as an actress.She and Xandra discuss connotations of the word ‘fashion’, perceptions of femininity, and kindness in Hollywood.What we wear tells a story.SHOW NOTES:Photographer Rosey Sin: @rosey.sin & @photographeruntitledEve’s Hollywood by Eve BabitzXandra's essays: 'Your Corner of the Sky' and 'What My High School Never Taught Me About Dress Code'Xandra's membership programme, Everyday WonderlandGrace's Patreon blog post: 'I wear the same thing every day.'SHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.show
2019-11-0148 minThe Art LifeReunionXandra and Grace record in person at LeakyCon Boston.They discuss showing up to support other artists, the intimacy of daily life, and nerdy summer camp Book 7 release stories.Long-distance friendships provides space for being your best self. SHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife@heroinetraining.comXandra Robinson-Burns is on Instagram and Patreon: @heroinetrainingGrace Gordon is on Instagram and Patreon: @g...
2019-10-2537 minThe Art LifeAirplane ModeXandra and Grace are about to take flight to reunite in person. They discuss the joys of wifi-free travel, define the in-transit attitude, and wonder about the science of airplane tears.The commute is a golden time for creativity.SHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife@heroinetraining.comXandra Robinson-Burns is on Instagram and Patreon: @heroinetrainingGrace Gordon is on Instagram and Patreon: @gracegordonofficial
2019-10-181h 00The Art LifeDo Writers Enjoy Reading?Do actors enjoy acting? Do podcasters enjoy podcasts? Do they HAVE to?Grace and Xandra balance being informed with staying inspired, their thoughts on mob movies, and why artists love reality tv. Gaining confidence in our preferences is an art in itself.SHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife@heroinetraining.comXandra Robinson-Burns is on Instagram and Patreon: @heroinetrainingGrace Gordon is on Instagram a...
2019-10-111h 01The Art LifeNight Owls & Early BirdsHow do you wind down and wake up?Xandra and Grace discuss daily rituals, grounding practices, and the different times of day in which their creative energy shows up.They also swoon over bedtime stories, dream up a fictional day buffet, and navigate the frustrations of freelance work.SHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife@heroinetraining.comXandra Robinson-Burns is on Instagram and Patreon: @heroinetraining
2019-10-041h 02The Art LifeLetter-Writing LegacyGrace envisions Xandra as the heiress of a stationery empire (it’s almost true).This episode explores letter-writing as a personal art, note-sending styles, writing to incarcerated activists, and why there is a P.O. Box for this show. SHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife@heroinetraining.comXandra Robinson-Burns is on Instagram and Patreon: @heroinetrainingGrace Gordon is on Instagram and Patreon: @gracegordonofficial
2019-09-2751 minThe Art LifeIs Art Fun?Grace shudders at the word ‘fun’. Xandra believes it to be essential.Is fun productive? Can you have fun and be taken seriously as an artist?They question societal expectations of fun, and explore their personal pleasures, with nods to The Princess Diaries series, the Twilight movies, Batman, and genuine academic joy.SHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife@heroinetraining.comXandra Robinson-Burns is on Instagram and...
2019-09-2054 minThe Art LifeThe Yurt LifeGrace has just returned from a week in the wilderness, in which she slept in a yurt.For Xandra and Grace, nature is a necessity, in calm and through fear. It puts ego in perspective, and provides peaceful retreat from the usual noise.They also discuss a desire to dress up, and how to be their feminine selves outdoors.SHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife@heroinetraining.com
2019-09-1349 minThe Art LifeThe Art of the WanderWandering is essential to Grace and Xandra’s art lives.They discuss making time for wandering with no agenda, how to balance technology with being present, and inviting others on wander-ful adventures.In wandering through this topic, they also surprise themselves with new definitions of ‘wander’ that emerge.SHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife@heroinetraining.comXandra Robinson-Burns is on Instagram and Patreon: @heroinetrainingGrac...
2019-09-1350 minThe Art LifeAm I An Artist?What does it mean to be an Artist? What counts as Art?Grace and Xandra had very different perspectives on art as children. They discuss their identities as ‘artists', and how art brings us together.This episode celebrates how art can embody inclusivity and freedom.SHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife@heroinetraining.comXandra Robinson-Burns is on Instagram and Patreon: @heroinetrainingGrace Gordon is...
2019-09-1347 minThe Art LifeThis is the Art LifeAn epistolary introduction to The Art Life.Grace and Xandra tell their friendship origin story: Harry Potter, outfit appreciation, and Passion Planners included.They begin to redefine and reclaim ‘art' and ‘achievement’, and welcome you into the studio.SHOW DETAILS:Read more at http://theartlife.showSend letters to: The Art Life, c/o Grace Gordon, P.O. Box #4292, Valley Village, CA 91607Email: theartlife@heroinetraining.comXandra Robinson-Burns is on Instagram and Patreon: @heroinetrainingGrace Gordon is on Instagram and Patreon: @gracegordonofficialOur...
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