The Healthy Artist

The Role of The Artist Studio w:/ Martha Lamont & Henry Ward

What is a studio for? Is it a physical room, or an active state of mind you carry with you? In this episode, Henry and Martha talk about the history, rituals, and vulner

The Act of Painting: Refinement, Compromise, and Studio Joy w:/ Henry Ward

Martha sits down with abstract painter and educator Henry Ward to discuss the raw reality of a lifetime studio practice. Henry shares insights from his 35-year journey, d

Coming Back After Ten Years w:/ Permindar Kaur. On Motherhood, Persistence, and Rebuilding a Practice

Permindar Kaur built real momentum early- a spot in the 1995 British Art Show, shows across Japan, Australia, the US and Europe. Then, after her second child, she stepped

Notes on Artist Burnout, Passion as Exploitation, and The Art of Calm Ambition w/ Martha Lamont & Dan Curtis

In today's episode Dan and Martha talk about art and burnout and the question underneath it: have you lost your appetite for the thing that got you into this in the first

Hot Art Dads, The Wanker Tipping Point, and Mess-Making as Social Glue w:/ Kitt (Aka Lady Kitt)

This week, I’m joined by North East-based trans and disabled artist Kitt (aka Lady Kitty) to talk about how art can be genuinely useful. We chat about growing up unschool

Arty Bollocks: Unpacking Art Speak w/ Martha Lamont & Dan Curtis

Ever stood in front of a gallery text and felt your eyes glaze over? You're not alone, and it's not you. This week, Dan's back, and we're unpacking "art speak" (aka Inte

How to Enter the Art World (Without Freezing) w:/ Hettie Judah

In this episode, we sit down with art critic and author Hettie Judah to discuss her brilliant new book, How to Enter the Art World. If you have ever felt completely froze

Embracing the Wave: Heritage, Surfing, and the Power of Creative Variety w:/ Khadija Cecile Niang

In this episode, we sit down with artist Khadija Ceclile Niang to explore how her practice bridges the gap between structured planning and pure intuition. Born in Norway

Rethinking Creative Ambition w:/ Martha Lamont & Damaris Athene

In this week's episode we dive deep into what it means to be successful and discuss how we can shift from a lack mentality when it comes to our creative paths. We discuss

Art as a Place of Healing w:/ Sophie Smorczewski

What happens to your creative practice when your body suddenly forces you to stop? In this episode, Martha sits down with artist Sophie Smorzweski to discuss her "Kitche

Jealousy, Competition and Comparison w/: Martha Lamont & Damaris Athene

In this month's Wellness Journal, Martha Lamont and guest co-host Damaris Athene break the silence around two of the most isolating feelings in the studio: jealousy and c

Art and Motherhood Pt2: w/ Eri Maeda

In this episode, we continue the conversation on motherhood through a deeply personal lens. Eri, a Japanese artist living in Paris, shares her experience of navigating p

Dealing With Criticism as an Artist w/: Martha Lamont & Damaris Athene

In this episode, we unpack the role of criticism in an artist’s practice: how to receive it, how to give it, and how to keep creating through it. When is feedback helpfu

A Guided Journalling Session: w/ Martha Lamont

Grab a pen, or a notepad… or open a notes app and give yourself a bit of space. As we go, I’ll be asking you some questions and I’d really encourage you to pause the podc

What Is The Point Of Making Art, When The World Is On Fire?: w/ Martha Lamont & Damaris Athene

In this episode of The Healthy Artist, we’re exploring a feeling many artists quietly carry but don’t always speak about, this sense that making art can feel pointless, i

Art and Motherhood: w/ Eleanor May Watson

In this weeks episode we explore motherhood with Eleanor May Watson. Eleanor shares how her first child made her confront barriers she put in her own way in her practice

The Fear Of Being Seen: w/ Martha Lamont & Damaris Athene

In this weeks episode Martha connects with Damaris on her residency in Stavanger. After catching up on their wellness this month they dive into the theme of "The Fear Of

Using Art to Reflect and Change the World: w/ Ken Nwadiogbu

In this episode of The Healthy Artist we interviewed Ken Nwadiogbu, we explore how to stay grounded in the everyday while holding big dreams. How do you dream boldly with

Making Meaning Through Material: w/ Valentino Vannini

In this episode, Martha Lamont is joined by artist Valentino Vannini for a conversation about using art as a way to understand ourselves and the world around us. Together

Slowing Down, Crunch Time & Creative Trust: w/ Martha Lamont & Damaris Athene

A gentle wellness journal for artists, loosely inspired by The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron. In this episode, we explore the tender, often tricky feelings that surface