Self Taught Artist

83. How to Create a Digital Catalog and Archive for your Art

Welcome back to another episode of Self Taught Artist. Today's episode is all about creating a digital archive and catalog of your artwork. Whether you're an aspiring pro

82. Dreaming Big: the Power of Imperfect Action

In this episode, we check in on your 2024 art priorities and talk about the game-changing idea of taking imperfect action. I share how diving in before having it all figu

81. How to Seal Watercolors with Wax Medium

Today I present a game-changer for watercolor artists! We explore using wax medium to seal watercolor paintings. Discover the benefits, including a durable waterproof fin

80. Mastering Brushwork: Precision, Control, and Fine Details

In this episode of the Self Taught Artist podcast, we're diving into the world of brushwork precision and control, essential skills for artists aiming to perfect their ar

79. Dreaming Big in 2024: Strategies for your most creative year yet!

Artists, join us on this special episode of the "Self Taught Artist" podcast, where we discuss how to shape 2024 into your most creative year yet! While January often rev

78. Reflections and Resolutions: Closing Out the Artistic Year

Artists, join Lauren Kristine in this special year-end episode as we take a journey of introspection on the "Self Taught Artist" podcast. We reflect on the artistic highs

77. Picking Your Palette on a Budget

Dive into the artistry of color selection and savvy paint shopping on this episode of the Self-Taught Artist Podcast. Uncover the significance of series numbers, decoding

76. Use Art to Give Back and Help Others In Need

Today we explore the ways in which self taught artists can use their creative talents to give back to their communities and make a meaningful impact during the Thanksgivi

75. One Question Every Artist Should Ask

In this episode of the Self Taught Artist podcast, join me as we embark on an exploration of the stories hidden within our art. We discover how asking the simple question

74. What Color Should My Underpainting Be?

In this episode of "The Self Taught Artist Podcast," we explore underpaintings and their transformative impact on your artwork. I’m talking about the concept of complemen

73. What to do with Leftover Art

We're diving into a common dilemma every artist faces – what to do with leftover artwork. As artists, our creative journey often results in a surplus of pieces that don't

72. The 80% Rule for Artists

In this episode of 'Self Taught Artist,' we delve into the intriguing concept of the '80% Rule' for artists. Discover why striving for perfection as an artist may not alw

71. Art During Challenging Times

Today we journey into the therapeutic and transformative power of art during challenging times. Life's ups and downs are a shared experience, and as artists, we have a un

70. How to Create Watercolor Pans + Artist Resources for Choosing Watercolor Paint Colors

Dive into the vibrant world of watercolors in this episode of Self Taught Artist. Join me as I guide you through the process of creating your very own watercolor pans fro

69. How to Fix a Hole in your Painting on Canvas

In this quick hits episode, we tackle a common yet frustrating issue every artist might face: a hole in your canvas masterpiece. Whether it's a tiny pinhole or a more sub

68. Create a Custom Watercolor Palette / Tube vs. Pan Watercolors

Artists, today let's talk about some fundamental watercolor questions I had when I first was starting to upgrade my watercolor paints. How to build your own custom waterc

67. How to Photograph Art and Present Your Work

Today we talk about Artwork Photography and Presentation. Whether you're a seasoned artist looking to sell your work or an emerging artist wanting to showcase your creati

66. Writing an Artist Statement

Today we are exploring the art of crafting an engaging artist statement. Whether you're an emerging artist or an established one, having a compelling artist statement is

65. Selling Art: Where to sell my artwork? A discussion about selling on Etsy, Social Media, Art Galleries and more...

Today we'll explore the various avenues for selling artwork and discuss their pros and cons. We talk about online marketplaces like Etsy, art galleries, art markets or cr

64. Selling Art: How to Price Artwork

I'll be guiding you through the process of determining the perfect price for your artistic creations if you are looking to sell your artwork. Whether you're a seasoned ar