Stay ConnectedKnown for their down-to-earth conversations, each week, artist Laura Horn and husband, Richie, share their experience of making art, running a business, and juggling family life.
Join them as they talk about the hot topics facing artists today. From finding your style to navigating social media, this podcast is packed with relatable stories and practical strategies to help you grow as an artist.
Copyright: © Laura Horn
What's your relationship with reels at the moment? Many artists feel the frustration of spending endless hours on editing apps, searching for the perfect audio, and condensing messages into mere seconds. Both Richie and I have struggled with this, but we've had some breakthroughs recently and learned a lot about what not to do! Curious about our take on things?
Tune in to episode 157 for tips and insights from our own experience. With persistence and a shift in mindset, reels can be a powerful tool for growth and connection.
Visit my resources page for more details on my classes, YouTube videos, free guides, and more!
Find me on Instagram: @laurahornart
Are you missing out on the benefits of Pinterest? In the art world, Pinterest often flies under the radar compared to Instagram, yet it's a powerhouse for art-related content. Over half of my social media website traffic comes from Pinterest, where people discover my art, podcasts, classes, YouTube channel, and blog posts. And yet, I spend as little as a few days a year on my Pinterest strategy. What's my secret? Tune in to find out. Plus, you'll gain tips on leveraging Pinterest to curate inspiration and develop a stronger understanding of your artistic style. This episode is set up as a mini-training with practical information you can implement today!
Mentioned:
Creative Blend Art Program (*Module 7)
Visit my resources page for more details on my classes, YouTube videos, free guides, and more!
Find me on Instagram: @laurahornart
When it comes to your creative process, what feels hard? Is it getting started on a new project? Or perhaps it's that final 10%, like varnishing and finishing a painting. Or is sharing your art with the world a stumbling block? We all have different friction points that need attention. Talking it out can really help, so come join us as we put our heads together to explore the intricacies of our respective creative workflows. It’s time to transform friction into flow! Mentioned:
Episode 153: Making Time For Art
Modern Mixed Media 6-Week Course
Visit my resources page for more details on my classes, YouTube videos, free guides, and more!
Find me on Instagram: @laurahornart
If you've been on this artistic journey for a while, chances are you've accumulated your fair share of artwork. From quick studies to finished pieces that feel a bit so-so, it’s easy to get overwhelmed with all the stuff! Should you keep everything, or are there benefits to clearing the clutter and creating space for new ideas? And what about reinventing old pieces? Tune in to hear our thoughts and gain insights on managing your own creative pile-up!
Mentioned:
Modern Mixed Media 6-Week Course
Visit my resources page for more details on my classes, YouTube videos, free guides, and more!
If there's one episode to tune into this season, it's this one. Today, we're tackling the challenge of finding time to paint when life gets hectic and competing demands, whether they be business admin, work commitments, or family responsibilities, leave you frustrated. Perhaps it feels like putting paint on paper is a distant dream. If that resonates with you, this episode is a must-listen, offering insights on reclaiming and protecting your creative time.
Mentioned:
Episode 150: Aim to Be Average!
Modern Mixed Media 6-Week Course
Visit my resources page for more details on my classes, YouTube videos, free guides, and more!
Find me on Instagram: @laurahornart
What happens when you've developed an art style but you're not feeling it anymore? Or maybe you’ve focused on teaching art, but now you want to teach the business side of art. The desire to change is there, but concerns about losing followers, letting people down, or struggling financially hold you back. These worries are valid, but there are also amazing benefits that can come from switching things up. Join us today as we discuss navigating change in your artistic journey.
Mentioned:
What you are looking for is in the library (book by Michiko Aoyama)
Visit my resources page for more details on my classes, YouTube videos, free guides, and more!
Find me on Instagram: @laurahornart
There’s no denying the popularity of art process videos on social media, and offering classes can be a wonderful way to generate income as an artist. However, it's not all roses. From the issue of being copied to dedicating substantial time to editing and administration, there's a lot to consider when sharing your creative process. Today, we dive into both the perks and pitfalls of teaching your creative process to others.
Mentioned:
Episode 144: How to Make an Income From Your Art
Visit my resources page for more details on my classes, YouTube videos, free guides, and more!
Find me on Instagram: @laurahornart
The beginning of the year is a time when many of us set big goals, but is this the best approach? Or are we setting ourselves up for failure? Whether you're creating art, launching a podcast, or making a film, not everything is going to hit the mark. Mediocre days are part of the journey. So with that in mind, could the answer lie in 'aiming to be average'? Join us as we chat about this idea and share the different ways that we are adopting this mindset.
Mentioned:
Ali Abdaal YouTube Video (wheel of life exercise)
Talking with Painters Podcast on Risk
Visit my resources page for more details on my classes, YouTube videos, free guides, and more!
Find me on Instagram: @laurahornart
Exciting news! We're back podcasting, and we're coming to you from our new studio! Join us as we reflect on the various creative spaces we've had, dive into the pros and cons of home vs. external studios, and share our thoughts on what makes for a positive studio environment.
Visit my resources page for more details on my classes, YouTube videos, free guides, and more!
Find me on Instagram @laurahornart
Life sure is hectic, isn’t it?? Between work, hobbies, children, and all of the other aspects that make up life as a whole, it can be hard to maintain consistency, clarity, and structure.
In this podcast episode, you will hear how I schedule my week as an artist, business owner, and parent. The goal here is to give you some simple tips and ideas that you can incorporate into your daily, weekly, and monthly routines to make staying on top of your many tasks as easy as possible.
This routine reflects my current focus on creating art classes, but the ideas can be applied to any creative pursuit.
Some key points that we are going to focus on in our discussion today will be:
Clear purpose, boundaries, and prioritization are going to be crucial takeaways to listen for in our discussion as well.
If you want to get back on track and hear some beneficial tips to make your daily life a bit easier to manage, make sure to listen to the podcast episode here!
Hope you enjoy!
Find the show notes for this episode with all the links at https://www.laurahornart.com/thepodcast/148
Find me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/laurahornart
Our TOPPODCAST Picks 
