Art Problems

Paddy Johnson
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The VVrkshop podcast for ambitious artists who want more shows, bigger grants, and better residencies.

  1. HACE 7 H

    EP 107: How to Re-Enter the Art World After 25 Years

    What does it feel like to return to your art practice after a 25-year break? In this episode of Art Problems, I speak with visual artist Shae Nadine about navigating an art world that had completely transformed in her absence. When Shae joined Netvvrk two years ago, she was figuring out basics like digital documentation and artist statements. But through accountability groups and community support, she went from feeling lost to landing a NYSCA grant, a Sukasa residency, and curating a four-month public art exhibition in Chicago. This conversation gets into the unglamorous parts of building an art career—like why Shae's accountability group toasts their rejections, how to know when you're actually ready to apply for major grants, and why sometimes the best thing you can do for your relationship is stop asking your partner to read your artist statement. If you've ever felt like an outsider in the art world, I recommend listening to Shae’s story.   Links: Free Info Session: How to Become a Biennial Artist - Wednesday, February 25th at 7pm EST Register here. Shae Nadine: Website, Instagram Grants & Programs Mentioned: NYSCA (New York State Council on the Arts): https://arts.ny.gov Lower Manhattan Cultural Council (LMCC): https://lmcc.net Sukasa Grant: https://www.skowhegan.org/sukasa Manhattan Graphics Center: https://www.manhattangraphicscenter.org Pollack-Krasner Foundation: https://pkf.org Guggenheim Fellowship: https://www.gf.org Resources: Powerhouse Arts (mentioned in episode): https://powerhousearts.org Westbeth Artists Housing: https://westbeth.org

    50 min

  2. 6 FEB

    EP 106: Going from “I Can’t Do This” to “I Can Do This” with Artist Maggie Hinders

    Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the sheer volume of information out there to help artists? In this episode of Art Problems Netvvrk member Maggie Hinders shares how the Netvvrk Navigator assessment transformed her artistic experience of this reality from "I can't do this" to "I can do this." Maggie talks about moving from using Netvvrk primarily for community connection to finally tackling the curriculum with clarity. We discuss how the assessment organizes information into a clear path forward, why understanding what different career levels actually look like matters, and how developing an artistic narrative helps you communicate about abstract work. If you've ever felt like your brain works like a web and you need help pulling out that first thread, this conversation is for you.

    20 min

  3. 27 ENE

    EP 105: How to Do Fewer Things

    80% of artists struggle with the same problem: getting seen by curators, gallerists, and collectors. And solving this problem is like slaying a multiheaded Hydra—the tasks are endless. In this episode, we talk about how to conquer the Hydra. I break down the reasons artists get stuck, even when they're working hard. You'll learn why the order you tackle things matters more than the tasks themselves, and how one overwhelmed member went from "30 things to do, doing none of them" to making real progress in six months. I'm also announcing the Netvvrk Navigator—a new assessment tool I built with artist William Powhida that shows you exactly where you are in your career and what to work on next. Plus, a special offer for the first 10 annual members that's only available once. If you've been working hard without seeing results, this episode will show you exactly what to do next.

    13 min

  4. 9 ENE

    EP 104: Predictions for 2026 with William Powhida

    We're kicking off 2026 with artist William Powhida, whose 2017 work After the Contemporary predicted the future of art with unsettling accuracy. From the NEA closure to resource wars to Miami flooding, his satirical timeline keeps proving prescient. We discuss what he got right, what he missed (AI, influencers), and his predictions for 2026—including the rise of the "haute garde," the gambling-ification of culture, and why flexible pricing models might finally give artists more agency.   Relevant links: William Powhida's After the Contemporary at the Aldrich Museum (2017) Zero Art Fair New Visions Report 2025 The Art Angle Podcast - Ben Davis interviews Nadia Asparouhova on Antimemetics

    1 h 10 min

  5. 19/12/2025

    EP 103: Meet the Business Reporter With Data-Driven Insights into Your Career

    In this episode, Paddy talks with art market analyst Tim Schneider about the New Visions Report 2025, a survey of over 1,000 visual artists about their working conditions. They discuss why even successful artists struggle with money, what separates artists who advance in their careers from those who don't, and the business practices that matter most. Tim shares insights from two decades covering the art market about networking, professional systems, and why the infrastructure around your art practice is just as important as the work itself.

    49 min

  6. 05/12/2025

    EP 102: Taxes for Humans: A Conversation with Hannah Cole

    Artist and accountant Hannah Cole talks about her new book "Taxes for Humans"—your not-boring guide to taxation for self-employed artists. We discuss why tax education is deliberately kept from us, how to fix a messy tax situation without shame, and Hannah's secret agenda to turn artists into activists. Plus: tax-advantaged accounts, disaster relief benefits, and why it's worth investing in your professional development before the year ends. Related links: Taxes for Humans

    46 min

  7. 21/11/2025

    EP 101: How to Get Studio Visits Without Reading Minds

    This week I'm extending a conversation I started in my revived Hyperallergic column: do you need a proper studio space to get studio visits? The answer is no—if you handle it properly. But the real question isn't about your space. It's how to network effectively so visits actually happen. I break down the exact timing strategy for outreach, why most networking fails in the follow-through, and how to structure emails that make it easy for people to say yes. The biggest reason artist emails don't get responses isn't disinterest—it's that the email didn't make it easy to respond. I cover four principles that change that and walk through a real scenario showing how to think strategically about follow-up. Want the exact framework? Join me for my free webinar Monday, November 24th at 7 PM EST. RELEVANT LINKS:  Hyperallergic: Do I Need a Studio?  Free Webinar Sign Up: How to Get Studio Visits Without Reading Minds

    20 min

  8. 13/11/2025

    EP 100: Inside Netvvrk with Painter Chris Moss

    This week on the Art Problems podcast interview series "Inside Netvvrk", I'm wrapping up the series with Chris Moss, a painter and the artist advisor who leads all of Netvvrk's studio critiques. Chris has been with Netvvrk for years. He shares what it's like to go from being completely stuck to organizing a neighborhood studio crawl that brought hundreds of people through his door. We talk about why COVID isolation finally pushed him to find a solution, how he went from zero shows to curating exhibitions with himself in them, and why self-worth is one of the biggest intangible benefits of investing in your career. Chris also gets into why regular critique with other artists matters more than almost anything else for making better work. If you've been feeling stuck or isolated in your practice, Chris's focus on community and taking action—even when it feels uncomfortable—might be exactly what you need to hear.

    22 min
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The VVrkshop podcast for ambitious artists who want more shows, bigger grants, and better residencies.

Ficha técnica

  • Creado por
    Paddy Johnson
  • Años en activo
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodios
    100
  • Clasificación
    Apto
  • Derechos de autor
    © Copyright 2022 All rights reserved.
  • Sitio web del podcast
    Art Problems

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