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129 Brian Bateman — Be Tenacious! Apr 23, 2025

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For today's episode we sat down with Brian Bateman, an historical artist who specializes in aviation and Western art, focusing on bringing past events to life through meticulously researched and detailed paintings. He discovered his passion for art in fifth grade and has since dedicated his career to capturing historical moments with precision and emotional depth. Throughout his journey, Bateman emphasizes the importance of mastering fundamental artistic skills, being tenacious, and staying open to learning and criticism. He works between the aviation and Western art genres to maintain financial stability, highlighting the challenges artists face in marketing and selling their work. Bateman stresses the significance of finding a subject matter one is truly passionate about and developing a unique artistic style that reflects personal experiences and emotions. He discusses the role of social media, galleries, and networking in promoting art, while also sharing insights into his creative process, which involves spontaneity and avoiding over-refinement. Finally, Brian tells us about his upcoming shows with Settler's West Gallery and The Coeur D'Alene Miniature Show and his hopes to have a workshop in the near future!

Brian's FASO site:
https://www.brianbatemanartstudios.com/

Brian's social media:
https://www.instagram.com/batemanartstudios/#
https://www.facebook.com/brian.bateman.161

Brian's upcoming shows:
https://www.cdagalleries.com/events.html
https://www.settlerswest.com/exhibitions

128 Sarah Yeoman — The Importance of Creative Routine Apr 16, 2025

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For today's episode, we sat down with Sarah Yeoman, a full-time watercolorist and instructor with 45 years of painting experience, who discovered her passion for watercolor after also exploring various artistic mediums like music and sculpture. We discuss her artistic approach which focuses on capturing the essence of subjects through light, shadow, and abstract shapes, particularly evident in her renowned crow and Adirondack series paintings. Sarah emphasizes the importance of consistent practice, encouraging artists to commit to a creative routine and finding their unique visual voice rather than copying others' styles. She tells us about her creative process which involves embracing unpredictability, especially in watercolor, where she uses intentional drips, large brushes, and works on an angle to create dynamic, fluid paintings. For our viewers, Sarah gives us a quick demonstration on how she starts out her crow paintings! Sarah also tells us how she has balanced her art-making with teaching, using workshops and online classes to supplement her income and share her artistic philosophy. Finally, Sarah tell us about her upcoming shows and upcoming workshops including one coming up at the end of this month where she will be teaching how she paints blue poppies!
Sarah's FASO site:
https://www.sarahyeoman.com/

Sarah's upcoming workshops:
https://www.sarahyeoman.com/workshops

Sarah's social media:
https://www.facebook.com/sarahyeomanart/

127 Jill Basham — Embrace the Process & Experimentation Apr 09, 2025

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To premiere season 10, we sat down with Jill Basham, an artist from Maryland's eastern shore with a passion for experimentation and an expressive structural way of painting beautiful realistic landscapes and cityscapes. Jill tells us about her transition from urban planning to painting later in life, initially exploring drawing classes after being a stay-at-home mom. Her artistic approach emphasizes experimentation, embracing failure, and avoiding predictable techniques, which she believes is crucial for artistic growth. She recommends emerging artists take drawing classes, work with limited palettes, and focus on embracing the process of creating art rather than fixating on the final product. She also recommends for artists to seek out other artists and build a network in the art world, which can help in terms of career and also technique. Finally, Jill tells us about her upcoming shows, including the American Society of Marine Artists' exhibition in Oregon and the Oil Painters of America National Exhibition in Florida. And she also tells us about her upcoming workshop at the Booth Museum in Georgia!

Jill's FASO site:
https://www.jillbasham.com/

Jill's Social Media:
https://www.instagram.com/jilltascherbasham/
https://www.facebook.com/jill.t.basham

Jill's upcoming workshop:
https://www.jillbasham.com/workshop/35322/getting-unstuck-2-day-workshop

126 Scott Tallman Powers — Get Yourself Out There Mar 26, 2025

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On today's episode we sat down with Scott Tallman Powers, a fine artist specializing in western scenes who is always looking to capture the connection between humans and their environment. Scott discusses his artistic journey, from studying at the American Academy of Art to transitioning from illustration to becoming a professional painter. He emphasizes the importance of painting from life, understanding abstract foundations, and the balance between realism and narrative storytelling. Scott highlights the challenges of meeting deadlines while maintaining quality, the benefits of plein air painting, and the necessity of diversifying income streams through workshops, commissions, and selling smaller studies, while also maintaining strong relationships with collectors through genuine communication. He also reminds artists to get yourself out there and find a good artist community to motivate and inspire you to continue on your journey. Finally, Scott tells us about his upcoming workshop and exhibitions, including a collaborative landscape and figure workshop with Scott Christensen and his participation in The Briscoe Museum Night of the Artists Show and The Prix de West!

Scott's FASO site:
https://www.scottpowersfineart.com/

Scott's Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/scotttallmanpowers/

Scott's upcoming workshop:
https://adventureofpainting.thrivecart.com/capturing-nature-and-the-human-spirit/

The Briscoe Museum Night of the Artists:
https://briscoemuseum.org/noa2025/

2025 Prix de West:
https://pdw.nationalcowboymuseum.org/

125 Mary Aslin — Process Over Outcome Mar 19, 2025

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On today's episode we sat down with Mary Aslin a full-time professional artist who creates representational paintings inspired by the beauty of nature and light. Mary shares her journey of becoming a professional artist, including overcoming self-doubt, building technical skills, and finding her voice. She tells us about the tips she likes to give her students including the fact that there are no mistakes and to focus on the process over the outcome. She also emphasizes the importance of treating art as a business, using tools like a website and newsletter to connect with collectors. Mary advises aspiring full-time artists to focus on creating their best work, participate in art shows, and consider teaching. Finally, Mary tells us about her mentorship on Mastrius and her upcoming workshop in Crete!

Mary's FASO site:
https://www.maryaslin.com/

Mary's Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/maryaslinfineart/

Mary's Mastrius Mentorship:
https://www.maryaslin.com/workshop/38775/small-group-mentoring-through-mastrius

124 Hilarie Couture — Continuous Growth & Learning Mar 12, 2025

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On today's episode we sat down with Hilarie Couture, a figurative artist who has had an extensive and varied career path, including stints as a street portrait artist, hairdresser, auctioneer, and historic preservationist. She rediscovered her passion for painting later in life and has since become a full-time artist, working primarily in pastel and oil. Hilary emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, remembering to always focus on the fundamentals, experimentation, and building connections within the art community. She also offers advice to aspiring artists about balancing financial stability and artistic ambitions, as well as the value of thinking creatively about marketing one's work and seeking out opportunities in even the most common places. Finally Hilarie tells us about her studio sale!

Hilarie's FASO site:
https://www.hcouturearts.com/

Hilarie's Instagram page:
https://www.instagram.com/hcouturearts1/

Hilarie's Newsletter sign up:
https://www.hcouturearts.com/email-newsletter

123 Michael Orwick — Embrace Fun and Experimentation Mar 05, 2025

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For today's episode we sat down with Michael Orwick, a contagiously cheerful artist with a deep passion for capturing the atmospheric beauty of the Pacific Northwest through his unique "illuminated tones" style. Michael emphasizes the importance of embracing experimentation and fun in the artistic process, advising aspiring artists to focus on what they love and not be afraid to make mistakes. He shares his journey from studying illustration, to working in restaurants and bars, to full-time painting and traveling while pursuing humanitarian efforts. He also highlights the value of having diverse income streams as an artist to help one have more freedom to create on one's own terms and reminds us of the importance of having a work-life balance based on your personal needs. Finally, Michael tells us about his online classes and upcoming workshops!

Michael's FASO site:
https://www.michaelorwick.com/

Michael's Online Classes:
https://www.michaelorwick.com/workshops

Michael's Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/michael_orwick/

122 Russell Gordon — Persistence, Passion, and Patience Feb 26, 2025

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For today's episode, we sat down with Russell Gordon, an artist living in upstate New York who is deeply inspired by nature and seeks to express the beauty of nature through his paintings of fauna and flora. Russell discusses his experience at the Schuler School of Art in Baltimore and emphasizes the importance of training and persistence, sharing that it took six years after art school for him to begin to find success in his artistic career. He highlights the challenges of self-doubt and the necessity of a supportive environment. He advises aspiring artists to train rigorously, seek out the right gallery fit, and to have persistence, passion, and patience. Russell then tells us about the new direction he is taking in his work, which involves anthropomorphizing animals and placing them in human roles, inspired by childhood memories and illustrators like Beatrix Potter. Finally, Russell tells us about his upcoming shows where we can see his beautiful new work!

Russell's FASO site:
https://www.gordonartstudio.com/

Russell's Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/russellwgordon/

121 Paul Batch — Forget the Trends, Remember Your Passion Feb 19, 2025

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On today's episode we sat down with Paul Batch, a contemporary artist with a love of painting beautiful atmospheric landscapes. Paul discusses his journey as an artist, including how he discovered his passion for painting after being inspired by a professor's portrait. He talks about the challenges of balancing art and life, the importance of persistence and resilience in the face of rejection, and the value of having a support system. Paul shares advice for aspiring artists, emphasizing the need for financial stability, continuous improvement, and a willingness to take risks. He also advises aspiring artists to focus on painting what is important to them and not get caught up in trends. Finally, Paul tells us about his upcoming workshops!

Paul's FASO site:
https://www.paulbatchpainting.com/

Paul's Social Media:
https://www.instagram.com/paulbatch/

Paul's YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/c/PaulBatch

Paul's Zoom Painting Demo:
https://www.paulbatchpainting.com/page/24850/zoom-painting-demonstration

120 Kim Casebeer — Facing Challenges with Perseverance Feb 12, 2025

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For today's episode we sat down with Kim Casebeer, a landscape painter who works primarily in oils, often depicting vast western vistas with dramatic skies. Kim discusses the importance of design and composition in her work, influenced by her background in graphic design. She also shares her experience with a significant commission from Mountain Trails Gallery in Jackson, Wyoming, a triptych of large panels totaling four feet by nine feet. She highlights the challenges and rewards of large-scale painting, including the need for patience and perseverance. Kim also recounts her experience transitioning to a full-time artist, emphasizing the value of teaching, maintaining relationships with galleries, and the role of social media and newsletters in connecting with collectors. She advises aspiring artists to be authentic and find their personal style, often through learning from different mentors or workshops as well as painting from life. Finally, Kim tells us about her upcoming workshop and two-person gallery show!

Kim's FASO site:
https://www.kimcasebeer.com/

Kim's Social Media:
https://www.instagram.com/kimcasebeerartist/
https://www.facebook.com/KimCasebeerFineArt/
https://bsky.app/profile/kimcasebeer.bsky.social

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