The GitGud Painting Podcast

This week we sit down with Lukas, part of the team at Squidmar Miniatures and a painting demon in his own right. From pushing yourself when painting is your job to rediscovering the basics, we cover a great deal! Sit down, relax, and crack into some köttbullar as we enjoy another ep.

It's December and it's time for a new podcast in a new format! This week, Bruce, Magnus and Dave talk about the close of Monte and the opening of MPO and the Squidmar Open. We then get into the big discussion - starting projects and everything basing. Settle in, this is a long one. 

This week we’re joined by John Margiotta for a wide-ranging chat on what it takes to build a body of work you’re proud of. We get into the realities of competition painting, including Golden Demon highs and hard lessons, and how choosing the right project can matter as much as execution. John breaks down how he thinks about developing a recognisable style, pushing texture and atmosphere, and making smart decisions with materials (acrylics, oils, enamels and all the messy fun in between). We also talk discipline, feedback, mentors, and the long game of getting better without burning out.

This week we sit down with Erkka, fresh from his recent Demon win! We explore Erkka's journey as a painter, his recent exhibition, and the importance of community in artistic growth! Settle in, this is a good 'un.  00:00 Introduction 01:56 Exhibition Insights and Public Reception 05:48 Mindset and Approach to Competition 11:50 Artistic Intent and Perfection Myths 18:05 Evolution of Artistic Style and Techniques 23:50 Long-term Projects vs. Quick Creations 26:17 The Importance of Community in Painting 32:40 National Competitions and Their Impact 36:28 Navigating Competition and Personal Growth 43:03 The Balance of Competition and Enjoyment 47:27 Creative Process and Inspiration 49:49 The Creative Process: Idea Generation 52:04 The Importance of Reflection and Downtime 52:52 Critiquing and Evaluating Work 56:31 Navigating Artistic Plateaus 01:01:57 Balancing Life and Art 01:07:46 Long-Term Goals and Artistic Vision 01:11:01 Advice for Aspiring Artists Erkka online: https://www.instagram.com/marttio_miniatureart/ https://www.erkkamarttio.com/

Essen is over! The best in the world descended on Germany bringing their very best and now it's time to talk about the glorious winners. Oh and Dave's here! And also he might be here for a while! 🔥