Beyond the Canvas: Deep Dives with Inspiring Artists

Beyond the Canvas is a deep dive into the heart of what makes an artist an artist.

Welcome to Beyond the Canvas, the podcast where we peel back the layers of creativity and explore the vibrant minds behind the art. I've always been fascinated by stories about artists and the art they create. In Beyond the Canvas, I get to share that fascination with you. Join me as I chat with artists who inspire me, both locally and from afar. We'll delve into their creative journeys, explore their unique perspectives, and uncover the hidden depths of their work. This is more than just a glimpse at their art; it's a deep dive into the heart of what makes them an artist. joncooperarts.substack.com

Episodes

  1. 03/23/2025

    Episode 5: Chloe Gendron

    Welcome to Beyond the Canvas, the podcast where we peel back the layers of creativity and explore the vibrant minds behind the art. We're fascinated by artists and their stories, and we're excited to share that fascination with you. Join us as we chat with artists who inspire us, both near and far. We'll delve into their creative journeys, unique perspectives, and the hidden depths of their work. It's more than just a glimpse at their art; it's a deep dive into the heart of what makes them tick. I'm very excited to share my conversation with Chloe, but I want to give you a heads-up about the audio quality. Due to recording over phones and my “developing” editing skills, you might notice some annoying audio artifacts. Chloe, I sincerely apologize to you for any audio issues that might distract from your wonderful insights. I truly believe the content is exceptionally valuable and worth experiencing. I appreciate everyone’s patience and hope you enjoy the discussion. The Artist Chloe Gendron, formerly a learning specialist, but always an artist, turned her hobby into a passion and then into a full time job. Leveraging her expertise in learning methodologies, she meticulously structured her artistic development. This strategic approach facilitated a rapid advancement in her abilities, propelling her from novice status to the level of proficiency evident in her current work. Now, she uses these same strategies to help others master the unique medium of pen and ink. * Longstride Illustration * Chloe's amazing blog * Chloe on YouTube * Instagram account * Chloe's Skillshare page Thank you, so much, Chloe! the most honest thing | fine art by Jon Cooper is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to the most honest thing | fine art by Jon Cooper at joncooperarts.substack.com/subscribe

    33 min
  2. 02/15/2025

    Episode 4: Davey Beyer

    Welcome to Beyond the Canvas, the podcast where we peel back the layers of creativity and explore the vibrant minds behind the art. We're fascinated by artists and their stories, and we're excited to share that fascination with you. Join us as we chat with artists who inspire us, both near and far. We'll delve into their creative journeys, unique perspectives, and the hidden depths of their work. It's more than just a glimpse at their art; it's a deep dive into the heart of what makes them tick. The Artist I was stoked to talk with one of the coolest people I’ve ever met: Davey Beyer! This was a real fun interview to do: give it a listen! I promise by the end you’ll love Davey and his art as much as I do. * David Beyer Art on Instagram * Davey Bayer at the Fox Clark Gallery * Davey's store on Redbubble Please make sure to check out Exotic Eats at SAMA Bedford (March 29, 2025): Explore bold and bizarre flavors from Smithmyer’s Superette, including bison meatballs, elk quesadillas, venison sliders, and wild boar bratwurst, with vegetarian options available. Bedford-area restaurants will compete for “Best Dish” and “Most Exotic Dish” titles. Guests will also enjoy a meal featuring succulent roasted garlic chicken paired with a fresh side salad. A cash bar hosted by Composition Art and Wine will complement the culinary experience. Enjoy global music by the The Bedford Symphony and captivating performances featuring life-size exotic animal puppets, created by Davey Beyer. Bid on unique silent auction items and explore the “Artists of the 21st Century” student exhibition. the most honest thing | fine art by Jon Cooper is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to the most honest thing | fine art by Jon Cooper at joncooperarts.substack.com/subscribe

    29 min

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Welcome to Beyond the Canvas, the podcast where we peel back the layers of creativity and explore the vibrant minds behind the art. I've always been fascinated by stories about artists and the art they create. In Beyond the Canvas, I get to share that fascination with you. Join me as I chat with artists who inspire me, both locally and from afar. We'll delve into their creative journeys, explore their unique perspectives, and uncover the hidden depths of their work. This is more than just a glimpse at their art; it's a deep dive into the heart of what makes them an artist. joncooperarts.substack.com