In this episode, I chat with Melbourne-based artist Rita Stella about navigating the complexities of the emerging artist. We talk about how Rita found gallery representation through a local art prize, why she’s cautious about prints and commissions, and the value of trusting her own pace—even when the art world seems to demand more, faster. We cover the realities of finding time for art around parenting and work, learning to define success on your own terms, and how to tune out the noise and just make what you want to make.Rita shares what it was like to leave a stable career and commit to painting, and why she’s deliberately resisted pressure to scale her art business too quickly. We also chat about pricing work, and the importance of creative community.You can find Rita herePeople mentioned:Art to ArtDavid Hamilton from Melbourne Art ClassMedeline Simson episodeWentworth Gallery episode on PricingEbony TaylorYou can find the podcast hereThanks so much for listening! Feel free to rate, review & share if you enjoyed it, this helps other people find the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Carrie Scott- The Realities of Being an Emerging Artist
In this episode, Carrie Scott, an art dealer, shares practical advice for emerging artists. She stresses the importance of tracking sales, clients, and works right from the start, which helps when approaching galleries down the line. Carrie also advises artists to price their work carefully and avoid pricing themselves out of their market.Carrie talks about the need for persistence in the art world, emphasising that success doesn’t happen overnight. She also highlights the importance of knowing when and how to approach galleries.The conversation also touches on the complexities of social media for artists. Carrie acknowledges its usefulness in discovering and connecting with audiences but points out that it requires a significant amount of effort and can push artists out of their comfort zones. This is a conversation about how patience plays a bigger role than most people expect, and how underneath the labels and everything else, it's about doing the work and not rushing the process.You can find Carrie Scott HereYou can find the Seen membership hereYou can find the Seen Podcast here on apple podcasts or here on spotifyYou can find the podcast hereThanks so much for listening! Feel free to rate, review & share if you enjoyed it, this helps other people find the showDiscussed in the episode:AirtableYou can find Carrie’s interview with Lubaina Hamid hereMentioned in the episode:Amy SheraldCelia Martine PickeringLindsay Young Lubaina Himid CJ HendryChris Proctor Ryan Gander Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Studio Session with Fleur Woods, Fleur Wickes & Julie Battisti
In this episode Fleur Wickes and Fleur Woods join me for a casual studio session. We discuss the unique challenges and costs associated with pursuing a career in the arts, such as the financial pressure of maintaining studio spaces, the impact of life changes on creative work, and the constant need to balance personal and professional boundaries. We chat about the value of perseverance, the importance of adaptability, and the various ways we have tailored and changed practices to fit our evolving lives.You can find Fleur Woods website here, previous epsiodes with Fleur Woods here & hereAnd Fleur Wickes website here, previous episodes with Fleur Wickes here and here.You can find the podcast here Thanks so much for listening! Feel free to rate, review & share if you enjoyed it, this helps other people find the showRecommendations from this weekThe Creative Act: A Way of Being by Rick RubinUpstream by Mary OliverPoker Face (TV series)The Quilters (Netflix documentary)The Seen Podcast with Carrie Scott Have You Seen? Annabel MerrettCindy Rizza’s new show Taking Care at Galerie Mokum Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sarah Lubcke - Portraiture
In this episode, Sarah Lubcke discusses her journey into portraiture. Sarah reflects on the many stages of her portrait journey: learning anatomy and likeness, finding a supportive community of portrait artists, and developing an eye not just for faces and skin tones, but for the emotional life inside each image. She also opens up about the challenges of painting backgrounds—and how she’s learning to consider the whole composition, not just the figure.Sarah also touches on the importance of building a supportive network and finding the right mentors who can help you progress. Sarah talks about the importance of feedback in her artistic growth, discussing how connecting with trusted peers helps refine her work and overcome challenges. She also opens up about the value of self-belief and perseverance, especially during tough times when the work isn’t going as planned. You can find Sarah Lubcke’s website here and on Instagram hereYou can find the podcast hereThanks so much for listening! Feel free to rate, review & share if you enjoyed it, this helps other people find the showPrevious conversations with Kylie King-Hazel and Penelope BoydRomance Was BornTeresa Barnard David KassanShana LevensonChroma Brush Cleaner ( I think I called it Chromacryl, no idea why..)Georgia Loring Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sarah Jane Moon - Portraiture
In this episode I interview Sarah Jane Moon, a UK-based painter originally from New Zealand. Sarah Jane's work explores themes of identity, gender, and connection to place, and she is known for her bold use of colour and dynamic compositions. We discuss her journey to becoming a full-time painter, her studies at Heatherley portraiture school, and her experiences working in various places including New Zealand, Japan, and London. The conversation delves into Sarah Jane's process, the challenges and rewards of portraiture, such as balancing visual style with capturing a likeness. We also touch on the practicalities and emotional aspects of creating commissioned portraits, as well as Sarah Jane's thoughts on self-portraits and the influence of her physical painting environment on her work. We also discuss the importance of developing a unique style and the impact of personal connection and narrative in portraiture.You can find Sarah Jane here:Sarah Jane’s Website Mentioned in this episode:Heatherley’s School of Fine ArtDr. RonksTom CroftYou can find the podcast hereThanks so much for listening! Feel free to rate, review & share if you enjoyed it, this helps other people find the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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