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The Laura Horn Art Podcast Laura Horn
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Known for their down-to-earth conversations, each week, artist Laura Horn and husband, Richie, share their experience of making art, running a business, and juggling family life.
Join them as they talk about the hot topics facing artists today. From finding your style to navigating social media, this podcast is packed with relatable stories and practical strategies to help you grow as an artist.
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167. Is It Okay to Have Multiple Art Styles?
There is a lot of pressure on artists to develop one strong style, but is this the only way? This week, Richie and I discuss my personal experience with having multiple art styles and share some of the benefits of embracing variety in your work. We explore how casting a wider creative net can be advantageous and talk about how, over time, your creative voice becomes stronger, making your work identifiable even as you move through different subjects and mediums. We hope this episode provides encouragement to find the balance between consistency and experimentation that works for you and your art goals.
Mentioned:
Signature Style Blog Post
The Creative Act by Rick Rubin
Peter McKinnon
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166. Taking Your Ideas Beyond the Sketchbook
This week, we're answering a listener question about how to transition from your sketchbook to a canvas or alternative substrate. This topic is perfectly timed, as I've been in a sketchbook phase myself and am beginning to take the leap out. Join Richie and me as we discuss signs that you're ready, practical strategies to make the transition easier, ideas for setting up your space, and the importance of respecting cycles and revisiting sketchbooks as needed. It's an informative conversation about how to grow and develop your work.
Mentioned:
The Creative Act by Rick Rubin
Episode 163: Embracing Artistic Exploration Without Needing To Know “The Why”
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165. Bucking Social Media Trends - Why Your Way Might Be Better!
Do you miss the days of looking at gorgeous photographs of art on Instagram and zooming in on all the details? We sure do. That's why we've been bucking the trends and sharing more photos again, despite the platform's push towards reels. Is it the best thing for account growth? Probably not. But that doesn’t mean it’s not a good decision. Tune in to hear more about our social media switch up and the benefits we’ve been experiencing. We also talk about breaking up with ChatGPT and gaining clarity with YouTube.
Mentioned:
Episode 157: 7 Mistakes to Avoid When Making Reels and What To Do Instead
Peter McKinnon: Photography is Dead
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164. Studio Upgrades We've Made - Celebrating One Year in the Art Cottage!
There are many ways to improve a creative space and make it feel like home. This week, Richie and I reflect back on the past year in our beloved art cottage and share the favorite updates and tweaks we've made to the space. We talk about everything from furniture, lighting, and decorating to our most recent trip to IKEA. Plus, there's plenty of laughs along the way. I'll admit I do need to stop sticking my nose into Richie's decorating! It's a fun one, but also a special conversation that goes beyond having an Instagram-worthy studio space, and instead focuses on finding space wherever you can that allows you to express your uniqueness. We hope you enjoy the conversation!
Mentioned:
Art Table Video
Studio Tour Video Playlist
Mabef Easel
Mountain Cabins FB Page
Home Decoration Idea FB Page
Ikea FLÖNSA Cork Board
Ikea SKÅDIS Peg Board
Ikea FÖRHÖJA Kitchen Trolley
Ikea HOVSTA Frames
Ikea Torared Lamp Shade
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163. Embracing Artistic Exploration Without Needing To Know “The Why”
Feeling the pressure to figure out and define your art? This conversation might get you thinking differently. What if you allowed yourself to play a little longer, to explore without constraints, and to gather inspiration from far and wide? That's exactly what I've been doing.
Inspired by Rick Rubin's book "The Creative Act," I've discovered a fresh enthusiasm, confidence, and sense of wonder in my creative practice.
It's made me realize that if we're always in a rush to reach the finish line, there's a good chance we'll miss something even more interesting and beautiful along the way. With this in mind, I've been retreating into my sketchbooks and exploring many tangents. This week, I chatted all about it with Richie. I hope the conversation leaves you as excited and inspired as it left me!
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The Creative Act by Rick Rubin
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162. Persist, Pivot, or Pack It In?
How long should you persist with a creative pursuit, art style, or medium if you are not enjoying it? This episode could also have been titled: I really want to love acrylics, but I am not sure if I do?
It's a personal conversation about the confusion I sometimes experience when choosing materials and processes as a mixed-media artist, but of course, it goes beyond this! If you've ever found yourself questioning whether you're on the right path creatively, or if you simply seek some encouragement in navigating your own creative decisions, this episode offers a soothing balm for your soul. I hope you enjoy the discussion!
Mentioned:
Episode 137: Angela Terris - It's Never Too Late To Piviot and Change Your Path
Alex Ferguson (football manager) "bouncebackability"
Marie Forleo (entrepreneur) "everything is figureoutable"
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Customer Reviews
Uplifting, Honest
I wish I could put into adequate words how great this podcast truly is! There is such a heartwarming experience to be had when you listen to these two, very authentic, people. Laura and Ritchie are blazing a trail in this world by journeying simply in this life; striving to be ordinary and in doing so they are setting an example of what truly matters and that is people and connection! In experimenting with social media, for example, they are finding joy in reverting back to less time consuming techniques because one of the priorities in their lives is creating space. Space to create art, space to spend time with loved ones, space to spend time in their garden and space to connect; whether it be within their own soul or over tea with a friend. Community is vital to our existence which means sojourning with one another needs to be our default; our priority. These two lovely people elegantly refuse to give into the pressures that society and social media shout at us sometimes. The world does not get to decide the algorithm of our lives….we do!
What’s crazy about all this is that before listening to this podcast, I had decided to firmly not give in to the social media algorithm and pretty much present my art (for the first time at age 46) as is and with what I already had available, which is my phone. It is so much less stressful than the countless other stories I have heard. Being ordinary and authentic works! I sold two paintings within a week. Am I 100% skilled and where I want to be as an artist? No….. I am in process and forever will be. What matters here is the journey. It’s a marathon, not a sprint. Someone will want your art at the place you are at right now. It will still speak to the soul of another person when it is time for it to no matter the part of the journey you are on. This podcast validated my decision and encourages this from so many angles; acting as a sort of cheerleader to us all as we sojourn together planting seeds of inspiration all along the way. Laura and Ritchie, you are such gifts to us all! Thank you for all you do!
I enjoy these real discussions!
Love listening to your podcasts. So real! So enjoy the openness, the laughter, relevant and broad discussions related to art, creativity and running a business. Thank you for sharing these❤️❤️
Exactly what I needed!
Laura’s podcast feels like she is viewing my life and telling my story. I instantly relate to every episode, it seems. I am so thankful for her generous humble spirit and sharing of her experiences. It feels like I’m no longer alone in this creative life and have found someone who truly understands the struggles.