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We don’t always know where exactly our creative path will take us. Thankfully there are clues, breadcrumbs that we can glean from others who share this journey. Each week Nicholas Wilton, artist and founder of Art2Life, will be sharing stories, insights, and inspiring talks with creatives from all walks of life from painters, writers, filmmakers, thought leaders, and all those just super passionate about sharing their wisdom of self-discovery. So whether you are new to art, an established artist, or just creatively curious, this podcast is a weekly invitation to discern, discover, and then dive deeper into what brings you alive.

Art2Life Nicholas Wilton

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    • 4.9 • 338 Ratings

We don’t always know where exactly our creative path will take us. Thankfully there are clues, breadcrumbs that we can glean from others who share this journey. Each week Nicholas Wilton, artist and founder of Art2Life, will be sharing stories, insights, and inspiring talks with creatives from all walks of life from painters, writers, filmmakers, thought leaders, and all those just super passionate about sharing their wisdom of self-discovery. So whether you are new to art, an established artist, or just creatively curious, this podcast is a weekly invitation to discern, discover, and then dive deeper into what brings you alive.

    Your Brain on Art - Ivy Ross and Susan Magsamen

    Your Brain on Art - Ivy Ross and Susan Magsamen

    https://Art2Life.com - The idea that art-making and life-building are in a symbiotic relationship that fuels one another is the basis behind Art2Life. Other than personally experiencing art’s life-giving ability, I’ve never had any hard evidence to support this concept…until now. Meet Ivy Ross and Susan Magsamen. They've co-written an amazing and newly released book called Your Brain On Art that explains how our brains and bodies transform when we participate in the arts and how this knowledge can improve our health, enable us to flourish, and build stronger communities. They are both artists, creatives, visionaries, explorers, and experts in their respective fields, with so much insight into how art improves humanity. Join us for a fascinating journey into Neuroaesthetics and the science behind everything I teach.
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    LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN…
    Defining Neuroarts and how Ivy and Susan got involved in the field [3:02]
    The benefits of embracing the neuroaesthetic mindset and expressing our true nature [10:50]
    Energy and the art of flourishing [26:22]
    Lightening the cognitive load and the vastness of human emotions [38:15]
    The healing aspect of art and the role it plays in shaping the future [53:02]
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    CONNECT WITH IVY ROSS AND SUSAN MAGSAMEN
    Website: https://www.yourbrainonart.com/ 
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yourbrainonartbook/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089357061217 
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    LINKS TO PURCHASE YOUR BRAIN ON ART BOOK
    Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0593449231
    Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/your-brain-on-art-susan-magsamen/1141679683
    Bookshop: https://bookshop.org/p/books/your-brain-on-art-how-the-arts-transform-us-susan-magsamen/18580097?ean=9780593449233
    IndieBound: https://www.indiebound.org/book/9780593449233
    Random House: http://www.randomhousebooks.com/books/697351/
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    CONNECT WITH NICHOLAS WILTON AND ART2LIFE:
    Get the Free COLOR TIPS PDF: https://workshop.art2life.com/color-tips-pdf-podcasts/ 
    Follow the Sunday Art2Life Vlog: https://art2life.lpages.co/sign-up-for-the-a2l-vlog/ 
    Follow Nicholas Wilton's Art on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholaswilton/ 
    Follow Art2Life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/art2life_world/?hl=en 
    Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Art2Life

    • 1 hr 2 min
    How to Ignite Your Life + Art - Nicholas Wilton

    How to Ignite Your Life + Art - Nicholas Wilton

    https://Art2Life.com - The approach we take to art-making is what makes our art possible. How you walk into your studio makes a real difference in the results you get. Today, we are going to look at this process through the lens of our energy. Your energy is your lifeforce. Noticing when it rises and falls can help you set a direction for your art practice and ignite your creative fire. Join me as we dive into three steps that I believe will help you harness that energy, move the needle on your art-making, and help you achieve the results you’re looking for.
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    LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN…
    Why art-making is all about energy [2:48]
    Identifying limiting beliefs and embracing the beginner’s mindset [6:55]
    The power of community and finding the feeling you want in your art [19:03]
    Moving the needle for your art-making [29:45]
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    CONNECT WITH NICHOLAS WILTON AND ART2LIFE:
    Get the Free COLOR TIPS PDF: https://workshop.art2life.com/color-tips-pdf-podcasts/ 
    Follow the Sunday Art2Life Vlog: https://art2life.lpages.co/sign-up-for-the-a2l-vlog/ 
    Follow Nicholas Wilton's Art on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholaswilton/ 
    Follow Art2Life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/art2life_world/?hl=en 
    Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Art2Life

    • 39 min
    How to Create Confidence - Susie Moore

    How to Create Confidence - Susie Moore

    https://Art2Life.com - Have you ever looked at another artist, envious of the confidence their Instagram so clearly exudes? The reality is they are likely just as insecure as everyone else, but it doesn’t stop us from wishing we were like them. Then comparison starts us down a dangerous path of all the things we can’t be or achieve because we hate our last painting. Or we haven’t been able to sell our work. And the question inevitably floats into our brain: Am I a failure? The answer is a resounding no, but in that moment, it’s so hard to see beyond our current circumstances to find it.
    Meet life coach, writer, and podcaster Susie Moore. Her wizardry and expertise lie in helping people gain confidence, and today we are going to dive into what that looks like for the artist’s journey. Join us for a conversation about gaining confidence, getting uncomfortable, being your own life coach, and taking control of your story. We also discuss how to handle imposter syndrome, face insecurity, and acknowledge our worth to stay at our highest frequency. If you need a confidence boost, this episode is for you! 
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    LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN…
    Defining confidence and the power of being uncomfortable  [1:48]
    Taking control of your story and being your own life coach [8:44]
    One degree turns and why everything can’t be a home run [16:09]
    Facing imposter syndrome [27:56]
    Unpacking Susie’s personal challenges and managing expectations for struggle [36:36]
    Working with different genders and wrestling with insecurity [40:28]
    Keeping up your energy, staying at a higher frequency, and acknowledging your worth [46:49]
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    RESOURCES MENTIONED 
    Susie’s Podcast - Let It Be Easy (Apple Podcasts): https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/let-it-be-easy-with-susie-moore/id1614486542
    Susie’s Podcast - Let It Be Easy (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/2FL7KKF8DNZUKlH26PWzp4?si=95c369c5cf764333 
    Susie’s Course - Become Your Own Life Coach: https://becomeyourownlifecoach.com/
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    CONNECT WITH SUSIE MOORE 
    Website: https://susie-moore.com/ 
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susie.moore/?hl=en 
    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6hXsCPv9BSyAET6ecXNz1A
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/susiemoore?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Ea uthor
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susiemoore.writer/
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    CONNECT WITH NICHOLAS WILTON AND ART2LIFE:
    Get the Free COLOR TIPS PDF: https://workshop.art2life.com/color-tips-pdf-podcasts/ 
    Follow the Sunday Art2Life Vlog: https://art2life.lpages.co/sign-up-for-the-a2l-vlog/ 
    Follow Nicholas Wilton's Art on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholaswilton/ 
    Follow Art2Life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/art2life_world/?hl=en 
    Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Art2Life

    • 55 min
    Selling Your Art - Nicholas Wilton

    Selling Your Art - Nicholas Wilton

    https://Art2Life.com - It takes time to figure out what you love so much that you need to create it. The only way to do that is to dive into your own personal inquiry. It can take 20 years, or it can take a couple of years, depending on how you approach this. The questions you ask, the instruction and mentorship you receive, and even the books you read can shape your artistic journey. This is why I teach! I want to help artists move into a space where they really love and are excited about their work. Join me as I share some insight into selling your art, everything that should happen first, and tips for running and growing your art business.
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    LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN…
    Three questions to improve your artwork [2:20]
    The importance of momentum and clarity in art-making [7:16]
    Understanding the psychology of art and the power of purpose [11:22]
    How difference attracts an audience [17:54]
    How to grow your art business [24:36] 
    Getting and staying connected to what you love [29:26]
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    CONNECT WITH NICHOLAS WILTON AND ART2LIFE:
    Get the Free COLOR TIPS PDF: https://workshop.art2life.com/color-tips-pdf-podcasts/ 
    Follow the Sunday Art2Life Vlog: https://art2life.lpages.co/sign-up-for-the-a2l-vlog/ 
    Follow Nicholas Wilton's Art on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholaswilton/ 
    Follow Art2Life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/art2life_world/?hl=en 
    Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Art2Life

    • 34 min
    Noticing What You Notice - Philip Buller

    Noticing What You Notice - Philip Buller

    https://Art2Life.com - We are who we are. The artist’s journey (and the journey of life) can take many paths, but all of them are fueled by knowing self. Why do you notice what you notice? And what direction will that “why” take you when you discover the answer? Meet Philip Buller. I’ve followed his beautifully figurative work for years as co-inhabitants of the Julie Nester Gallery, but I’m thrilled to finally meet him and have a conversation. Join us as we dive into going to art school in your 30s, the tools and techniques of Philip’s art practice, and the power of commitment and curiosity in art-making.
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    LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN…
    Getting to know Philip Buller [2:14]
    The triumphs and challenges of going to art school in your 30s [8:25]
    The three levels of art [20:42]
    Diving into Philip’s process, tools, and art-making techniques [25:18]
    The limitations of AI art and the road ahead for Philip [39:41]
    The power of commitment and curiosity in art-making [46:10]
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    RESOURCES MENTIONED
    Sign up for the Creative Visionary Program 2023: www.artlifecvp.com
    Christopher Brown (Artist): http://christopherbrownpainting.com/ 
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    CONNECT WITH PHILIP BULLER
    Website:  https://www.philipbuller.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/BvphVyUlB-6/?hl=en
    Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/philipbullerartist/
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    CONNECT WITH NICHOLAS WILTON AND ART2LIFE:
    Get the Free COLOR TIPS PDF: https://workshop.art2life.com/color-tips-pdf-podcasts/ 
    Follow the Sunday Art2Life Vlog: https://art2life.lpages.co/sign-up-for-the-a2l-vlog/ 
    Follow Nicholas Wilton's Art on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholaswilton/ 
    Follow Art2Life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/art2life_world/?hl=en 
    Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Art2Life

    • 52 min
    Art, Hope, and Pleasure - Insa Hoffmann

    Art, Hope, and Pleasure - Insa Hoffmann

    https://Art2Life.com - Art-making is a world of endless possibilities. It’s a door that anyone has the eligibility to walk through. And when we surrender ourselves to that journey, the impact is felt even beyond the things we create. Meet Insa Hoffman, a talented painter of abstracted landscapes from Basel, Germany. She first crossed my path as an attendee of our Creative Visionary Program in 2016, and has since become a friend whose personal art journey has become a great source of shared learning. Join us as we share some of that learning around the ideas of playfulness, process, and the spirit of possibility and hope that comes from creation.
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    LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN…
    The importance of playfulness and creating a vision for your art  [2:45]
    How Insa chases freedom in her work [16:25]
    Exploring the concept of contrast and finding ourselves through art-making [20:15]
    Trusting the process and the power of doing [30:11]
    The spirit of possibility and hope in art-making and the impact of the Creative Visionary Program [37:32]
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    RESOURCES MENTIONED
    The 2023 Free Art2Life Online Workshop: www.artlifefree.com
    2020 Keynote Speech about The Power Of Art: https://youtu.be/02ieovJmDjc
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    CONNECT WITH INSA HOFFMANN
    Website: http://www.insahoffmann.com/  
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insahoffmann/
    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/insa-hoffmann-96a7259a/
    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPx6w5--BEo_Vs7yfUTvYUA
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insa.hoffmann.5
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    CONNECT WITH NICHOLAS WILTON AND ART2LIFE:
    Get the Free COLOR TIPS PDF: https://workshop.art2life.com/color-tips-pdf-podcasts/ 
    Follow the Sunday Art2Life Vlog: https://art2life.lpages.co/sign-up-for-the-a2l-vlog/ 
    Follow Nicholas Wilton's Art on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicholaswilton/ 
    Follow Art2Life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/art2life_world/?hl=en 
    Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Art2Life

    • 52 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
338 Ratings

338 Ratings

LoriC in Oceanside ,

Terrific Content Time after Time

Nick does such a great job of drilling down on a variety of topics with humility, intention, humor and terrific guests. I appreciate his shares on how to be brave and make an art practice meaningful to all types of artists.

jackypoh1555 ,

An Inspiring Delight

I’m still not sure how I found this little gem, but I’m so happy that I did. I found the cadence of information extremely easy to digest and, more importantly, found inspiration and a sense of “belonging” infused into each episode. This will be a staple in my morning “mood boost”. Thank you for your work!

reimaginedcath ,

Incredible teaching

This podcast was soooo revealing to me ! I hung on every word ! It was a bit uncomfortable as I felt you struck a chord about the unknown . I am a planner , so when I heard your take on this , Nick , it resonated with me . I’m going to “ Let go” & just paint ! Thank you! Every podcast that I have listened to of yours has spoken to me!

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