Artists in Conversation

Jessica Lomeli and Maryann Garlick
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This is a podcast about all things art. And whatever else is on our minds. Join Jessica and Maryann as we dive into topics covering art and our lives as creative professionals. 

  1. Bespoke Illustration

    07/21/2025

    Bespoke Illustration

    In this episode Jessica and Maryann chat with Georgina Hill, an illustrator and artist who they met in a weekly painting class. Georgina talks about her history, her world travels, and her work as an illustrator and painter. They talk about doodling, designing for the worst clients (themselves!), and even tackle the elephant in the room, AI.  You can find the images we talk about on the following website: https://www.artbyjpl.com/projects/bespoke-illustration Image 1 - Georgina herself! Image 2 - Georgina's bespoke illustration featuring Boston & Cambridge Image 3 - Georgina's doodles Image 4 - Georgina's honey jar design Image 5 - Georgina's floral painting Follow Georgina on instagram here: @ghillustrations Find us on instagram! @artistsinconversationpod Maryann Garlick - @maryanngarlickart Jessica Lomeli - @artbyjpl If you want to send feedback, ask follow up questions, or give topic ideas, send an email to artistsinconversationpodcast@gmail.com - Thanks for listening!

    1h 3m
  2. Color with Cora Collins

    06/16/2025

    Color with Cora Collins

    In this episode Jessica and Maryann chat with Cora Collins, an Irish artist who they met at an art workshop in France. They talk about Cora's work with Dulux Paint and her childhood growing up above a pub in Limerick.  You can find the images we talk about on the following website: https://www.artbyjpl.com/projects/color-with-cora-collins Follow Cora on instagram here: @coracollinscolour Find us on instagram! @artistsinconversationpod Maryann Garlick - @maryanngarlickart Jessica Lomeli - @artbyjpl If you want to send feedback, ask follow up questions, or give topic ideas, send an email to artistsinconversationpodcast@gmail.com - Thanks for listening!

    1h 22m
  3. Photography

    03/17/2025

    Photography

    In this episode Maryann and Jessica talk to Melissa Rabbitt. She's a family photographer in the Boston area. They ask her about wrangling toddlers, finding the perfect light, and where she would love to do a photoshoot.  Melissa's work can be found on her website - www.melissarabbittphotography.com and on instagram where you should look for her stories, she's hilarious. The images they talk about in this episode can be found here: https://www.artbyjpl.com/projects/photography Image 1: A portrait of Melissa Rabbitt Image 2: Maryann and her daughter  Image 3: Jessica and her family Image 4: An example of capturing the perfect moment between a father and daughter Find us on instagram! @artistsinconversationpod Maryann Garlick - @maryanngarlickart Jessica Lomeli - @artbyjpl If you want to send feedback, ask follow up questions, or give topic ideas, send an email to artistsinconversationpodcast@gmail.com - Thanks for listening!

    1h 6m
  4. Details in Oil

    01/27/2025

    Details in Oil

    This week Jessica and Maryann chat with Paul Beckingham, an award-winning oil painter based in the Boston area. They discuss how he got his start, how he breaks down complex subjects to avoid overwhelm, and the detailed subjects that he is drawn to painting.   You can find images of Paul's work on the following website: https://www.artbyjpl.com/projects/details-in-oil Follow Paul on instagram here: @paul.beckingham His work can be found at the Forest 13 gallery in Arlington, MA Paul mentions long-form painting process videos by Jos van Riswick and lettering tutorials by Julie Beck. Find us on instagram! @artistsinconversationpod Maryann Garlick - @maryanngarlickart Jessica Lomeli - @artbyjpl If you want to send feedback, ask follow up questions, or give topic ideas, send an email to artistsinconversationpodcast@gmail.com - Thanks for listening!

    58 min
  5. Artist Transitions

    01/06/2025

    Artist Transitions

    In this episode Maryann and Jessica are joined by artist Marta Kaemmer. They talk about transitioning between mediums, finding meaning in art, how inspiration can emerge when you're least expecting it, and more! You can find images of Marta's work on the following website: https://www.artbyjpl.com/projects/artist-transitions Follow Marta on instagram here: @mjkaemmer She also teaches at the Mosesian Center in Watertown and the New Art Center in Newton. She's an amazing teacher!  Find us on instagram! @artistsinconversationpod Maryann Garlick - @maryanngarlickart Jessica Lomeli - @artbyjpl If you want to send feedback, ask follow up questions, or give topic ideas, send an email to artistsinconversationpodcast@gmail.com - Thanks for listening!

    1 hr
  6. Composition

    09/10/2024

    Composition

    This is the season finale! Maryann and Jessica talk about composition. It's a key component to a painting and it's often overlooked. Stay until the check-in at the end to hear an update on the global success of the podcast! The images they discuss can be found on the following website: https://www.artbyjpl.com/projects/composition Image 1: Jessica's rage floral Image 2: Jessica's landscape from the calendar Find us on instagram! @artistsinconversationpod Maryann Garlick - @maryanngarlickart Jessica Lomeli - @artbyjpl If you want to send feedback, ask follow up questions, or give topic ideas, send an email to artistsinconversationpodcast@gmail.com - Thanks for listening!

    43 min
  7. Value

    08/26/2024

    Value

    In this episode Jessica and Maryann talk about value! What is it? Why is it important? How can learning about value help your paintings? They cover it all. Enjoy! Images they talk about can be found on the following website: https://www.artbyjpl.com/projects/value Image 1 - Jessica's black and white floral painting Image 2 - Jessica's painting with adjusted value (darker foreground) Image 3 - Maryann's abstract interior dreamscape Image 4 - Maryann's painting - Citadel Find us on instagram! @artistsinconversationpod Maryann Garlick - @maryanngarlickart Jessica Lomeli - @artbyjpl If you want to send feedback, ask follow up questions, or give topic ideas, send an email to artistsinconversationpodcast@gmail.com - Thanks for listening!

    40 min
  8. Color

    08/12/2024

    Color

    In this episode Maryann and Jessica dive into the world of color. It's a huge topic and they break it down - starting with the rainbow and explaining color mixing. They cover a lot and flag some topics for future episodes! Enjoy! The images they discuss can be found on the following website: https://www.artbyjpl.com/projects/color Image 1: Rainbow - stock image Image 2: Color Wheel Image 3: Maryann's portrait Links: Radio Lab podcast about color: https://radiolab.org/podcast/211119-colors Blog post about the history of the color wheel: https://www.printmag.com/color-design/the-wonderful-color-wheel-part-1/ Find us on instagram! @artistsinconversationpod Maryann Garlick - @maryanngarlickart Jessica Lomeli - @artbyjpl If you want to send feedback, ask follow up questions, or give topic ideas, send an email to artistsinconversationpodcast@gmail.com - Thanks for listening!

    44 min
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This is a podcast about all things art. And whatever else is on our minds. Join Jessica and Maryann as we dive into topics covering art and our lives as creative professionals. 

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  • Creator
    Jessica Lomeli and Maryann Garlick
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    26
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Artists in Conversation
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