Honest Art Podcast with Jodie King

Jodie King
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I'm an abstract artist and art educator and I'm hellbent on helping my fellow artists redefine their freedom by tapping into their creative spirit. If you want to have a whole lotta fun while you learn about art, creativity, and what it takes to build a thriving art career, you're in the right place.

  1. Episode 153: Painting Composition Mistakes: Why Your Art Feels Off (And How to Fix It)

    1d ago

    Episode 153: Painting Composition Mistakes: Why Your Art Feels Off (And How to Fix It)

    Your paintings might not be boring because you lack skill. They might be boring because you're overworking them.  In this episode, Jodie dives into a totally different way of thinking about composition. This isn't another lesson about the rule of thirds or focal points. This is about what happens when artists become so focused on balance, beauty, and "doing it right" that they accidentally suck the life out of their work.  You'll learn why: Over-resolving your paintings can make them less memorable Tension and imbalance often create stronger compositions The weird, risky decisions are usually the magic This episode is packed with practical questions you can ask yourself while painting so you can stop making safe art and start making Honest Art® that actually says something.  Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss a thing! And don't forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_. Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art®? Email me at amy@jodieking.com! Resources mentioned: I just released seats to my next few in-person workshops. Check them out and grab your spot: https://jodieking.com/workshop  Stop doing art alone! Join The Honest Art® Society and start making your best art yet: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has  Reach new heights in your art with Studio Elite, my 6-month mentorship program: https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite  Want more on composition? Listen to Episode 40 - https://jodieking.com/episode-40-how-great-composition-takes-our-art-from-meh-to-amazing/  Want more on composition? Listen to Episode 101 - The Need for Speed: How Speed Painting Can Enhance Your Art: https://jodieking.com/episode-101-the-need-for-speed-how-speed-painting-can-enhance-your-art/  Joan Mitchell, City Landscape, 1955 - I love how it's so unresolved! https://www.artchive.com/artwork/city-landscape-joan-mitchell-1955/  Degas, Place de la Concorde, 1875 - I love the cropping. It feels so weird and off-balance. https://www.artchive.com/artwork/place-de-la-concorde-edgar-degas-1875/  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art® Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMquJfuMsSg0fr46BRdia1cWd-81GThzF For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast

    23 min
  2. Episode 152: One-on-One Coaching with Molly Wyatt: How to Get Your Art Seen (Online, Offline, and Without an Art Degree)

    May 19

    Episode 152: One-on-One Coaching with Molly Wyatt: How to Get Your Art Seen (Online, Offline, and Without an Art Degree)

    You don't need more talent to become a real artist. You need to stop waiting for permission.  In this episode, I sit down with emerging artist Molly Wyatt for a live coaching session that dives into the real struggles emerging artists face when building their careers. We're talking about that in-between space … where you're creating, maybe even selling, but still questioning yourself every step of the way. If you've ever wondered: Do I need a series to be taken seriously? Where do I even start with marketing my art? Am I legit enough to call myself an artist? This episode is for you. We break down what actually matters when you're growing an art business and how to move forward even when you feel unsure.  Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss a thing! And don't forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_. Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art®? Email me at amy@jodieking.com! Resources mentioned: Join The Color Course for Rebels, you'll also receive the Mother Color Bonus + 10 Best Abstract Painting Techniques Bonus: https://www.jodiekingart.com/ccfr  Attend a Workshop with me In-Person (New Ones Just Released!): https://jodieking.com/workshop  Don't create alone. Join us inside the Honest Art® Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has  Go make sure Molly has posted on her Instagram!: https://www.instagram.com/mollywyatt_art/  View & purchase Molly's work here: https://www.artworkarchive.com/profile/molly-wyatt  Check out Molly's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@__mollywyatt__  Use my Artwork Archive Code for 25% off your first year: www.artworkarchive.com/jk  Social Media is Non-Negotiable. Listen to this episode next.: https://jodieking.com/episode-06-how-to-use-social-media-to-sell-your-art/  An Email List is ALSO Non-Negotiable. This episode will help: https://jodieking.com/episode-67-fight-me-yes-an-artist-needs-an-email-list-with-yasmine-kashefi/  Loved this style of episode? Listen to my one-on-one coaching with Jennifer Cupp next!: https://jodieking.com/episode-145-how-your-mindset-impacts-art-pricing-one-on-one-coaching-with-jennifer-cupp/  Read Jamie Kern Lima's Book, Worthy: https://amzn.to/3POApwU  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6   How are you liking the Honest Art® Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform or here on YouTube and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMquJfuMsSg0fr46BRdia1cWd-81GThzF For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast

    42 min
  3. Episode 151: Why Your Paintings Look Flat (And How to Create Depth Instead)

    May 12

    Episode 151: Why Your Paintings Look Flat (And How to Create Depth Instead)

    Your paintings aren't flat because you lack talent. They're flat because you're missing a few powerful tools. In this episode, I'm breaking down one of the biggest frustrations artists face … creating depth. Because let's be honest, there is nothing worse than putting your heart into a piece and stepping back only to feel like it just isn't working. So what do we do? We add more. More detail. More layers. More "fixing." And that's exactly what is keeping your art stuck. If your paintings feel flat, this episode will flip the switch for you. Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss a thing! And don't forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_. Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art®? Email me at amy@jodieking.com! Resources mentioned: Join The Color Course for Rebels Between May 4th - May 17th, you'll also receive the Mother Color Bonus + 10 Best Abstract Painting Techniques Bonus: https://www.jodiekingart.com/ccfr  Enrollment is NOW OPEN for my Austin 2026 and Australia 2027 in-person workshops! Join me?: https://jodieking.com/workshop  Make Better Art. Sell More of It. Feel DAMN Good Doing It with the Honest Art® Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art® Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMquJfuMsSg0fr46BRdia1cWd-81GThzF For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast

    16 min
  4. Episode 150: Want Your Colors to Look Like Fine Art? The Magic is in The Mud!

    May 5

    Episode 150: Want Your Colors to Look Like Fine Art? The Magic is in The Mud!

    If your paintings feel flat or chaotic, your colors might be the problem, and the fix is messier than you think.  Let's talk about the thing most artists try to avoid at all costs …. Muddy color.  In this episode, I'm breaking down why that "ugly" mix on your palette is actually the secret to creating rich, cohesive, fine art. Because when everything is bright and saturated, your painting has nowhere to go.  I used to think I was ruining my work every time my colors got muddy. Turns out, I was missing the magic.  Today I'm going to show you how to use complementary colors to create depth, contrast, and those gorgeous neutral tones that make your art feel elevated and intentional.  Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss a thing! And don't forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_. Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art®? Email me at amy@jodieking.com! Resources mentioned: Join The Color Course for Rebels Between May 4th - May 17th, you'll also receive the Mother Color Bonus + 10 Best Abstract Painting Techniques Bonus: https://www.jodiekingart.com/ccfr   Enrollment is NOW OPEN for my Austin 2026 and Australia 2027 in-person workshops! Join me? https://jodieking.com/workshop  Make Better Art. Sell More of It. Feel DAMN Good Doing It with the Honest Art® Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has  Check out Episode 146: The #1 Painting Mistake: Choosing Color over Value: https://jodieking.com/episode-146-the-1-painting-mistake-choosing-color-over-value/  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art® Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMquJfuMsSg0fr46BRdia1cWd-81GThzF For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast

    21 min
  5. Episode 149: 22 Years As An Artist: What I'll Never Do Again

    Apr 28

    Episode 149: 22 Years As An Artist: What I'll Never Do Again

    22 years as an artist taught me this: what you stop doing matters just as much as what you start.  There is no shortcut to building a sustainable art career.  What looks like success on the outside is usually built on years of mistakes, lessons, and showing up when it's hard. In this episode, I'm sharing the things I will NEVER do again after more than two decades as an artist.  And trust me, I've done them all.  I'm talking about beliefs and habits that keep artists stuck. Things that feel safe but that will slow your growth more than anything else.  If you're ready to stop spinning your wheels and start building real momentum, this episode is for you.  Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss a thing! And don't forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_. Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art®? Email me at amy@jodieking.com! Resources mentioned: Ready to push your work to Fine Art status? Join me at one of my Honest Art® Workshops - https://jodieking.com/workshop  Curious About the Studio Elite Mastermind? Learn More Here - https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite  Ready to make your best art ever, alongside an incredible community of artists? Join us inside the Honest Art Society today! - https://www.jodiekingart.com/has  Don't Do It Alone. Listen to Episode 139: How Artists Can Outsource to 3x Their Revenue - https://jodieking.com/episode-139-how-artists-can-outsource-to-3x-their-revenue/  Need Help with Your Pricing? Listen to Episode 69: Best Of: How to Price Your Art (So It Sells!) - https://jodieking.com/episode-69-best-of-how-to-price-your-art-so-it-sells/  Don't Miss Episode 145: How Your Mindset Impacts Art Pricing - https://jodieking.com/episode-145-how-your-mindset-impacts-art-pricing-one-on-one-coaching-with-jennifer-cupp/  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art® Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMquJfuMsSg0fr46BRdia1cWd-81GThzF For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast   DISCLAIMER: Links included in this description might be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission at no additional charge on your end. Thank you for supporting my channel!

    29 min
  6. Episode 148: Longevity for Artists: The Science of Staying Creative, Sharp & Energized with Alan Graves [DoNotAge.org]

    Apr 21

    Episode 148: Longevity for Artists: The Science of Staying Creative, Sharp & Energized with Alan Graves [DoNotAge.org]

    If you don't have energy, you don't have art. Let's talk about how to stay sharp, creative, and energized as you age. Here's something most artists don't think about until it's already a problem … Your body is part of your creative process. If you're exhausted, foggy, and running on empty, it becomes harder to show up, harder to focus, and harder to create consistently. In this episode, I sit down with Alan Graves to talk about longevity, energy, and how to support your body and brain so you can keep making your best work for years to come. We dive into the science behind energy decline, what's happening in your body as you age, and what you can actually do to feel better and think more clearly. Because this isn't about vanity. It's about vitality. Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss a thing! And don't forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_. Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art®? Email me at amy@jodieking.com! Resources mentioned: Ready to push your work to Fine Art status? Join me at one of my Honest Art® Workshops - https://jodieking.com/workshop  Ready to make your best art ever, alongside an incredible community of artists? Join us inside the Honest Art Society today! - https://www.jodiekingart.com/has  Don't Miss the Latest from DoNotAge: Get the Cycle Pouches Routine and don't forget to use code SMOKESHOW: https://routine.donotage.org/donotage?ref=smokeshow Visit DoNotAge.Org and use code SMOKESHOW - http://DoNotAge.Org  Jodie loves NMN for NAD Levels (don't forget to use code SMOKESHOW!) - https://donotage.org/pure-nmn  Alan mentions CoQ10 for supporting mitochondrial function … aka making energy (don't forget to use code SMOKESHOW!) - https://donotage.org/pure-coq10  Hyaluronic Acid isn't just for skincare! (don't forget to use code SMOKESHOW!) -https://donotage.org/pure-hyaluronic-acid  Spermidine helps your body's "recycling system" (don't forget to use code SMOKESHOW!) - https://donotage.org/pure-spermidine  Creatine has helped support Jodie's memory (don't forget to use code SMOKESHOW!) - https://donotage.org/creatine  You'll Also Love Episode 104: Secrets for Maintaining Vitality with Alan Graves of Do Not Age - https://jodieking.com/episode-104-secrets-for-maintaining-vitality-with-alan-graves-of-donotage/  Follow DoNotAge on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/do.not.age/  Follow Alan Graves on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alanjackgraves/  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art® Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMquJfuMsSg0fr46BRdia1cWd-81GThzF For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast

    34 min
  7. Episode 147: How Artists Get Into Galleries: Insider Tips with Art Advisor Logan Dix

    Apr 14

    Episode 147: How Artists Get Into Galleries: Insider Tips with Art Advisor Logan Dix

    Getting gallery representation isn't about talent alone. This episode covers what galleries are actually looking for. I'm sitting down with art advisor and former gallery director Logan Dix to break down what really happens when galleries review submissions. We talk about why artists get ignored, what makes a gallery say yes, and the common mistakes that keep talented artists stuck. We also dive into the role of social media, how to present your portfolio, and why mindset is one of the biggest factors in your success. You'll learn: What galleries actually look for in an artist How to prepare before reaching out for presentation Why mindset and confidence are everything  If you're serious about growing your art career and want to approach galleries the right way, this episode is a must-listen. Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss a thing! And don't forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_. Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art®? Email me at amy@jodieking.com! Resources mentioned: Ready to push your work to Fine Art status? Join me for an in-person workshop this year! - https://jodieking.com/workshop  Ready to make your best art ever, alongside an incredible community of artists? Join us inside the Honest Art Society today! - https://www.jodiekingart.com/has  Give Logan a Follow on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/portaraadvisory/  Check out Logan's Website - https://www.portaraadvisory.com/  Binging Episodes About Galleries? Listen to Episode 114 Next! What Art Galleries Are Really Looking For in Emerging Artists - https://jodieking.com/episode-114-what-art-galleries-are-really-looking-for-in-emerging-artists/  Oh, and also Episode 131: The Honest Truth About Gallery Representation - https://jodieking.com/episode-131-the-honest-truth-about-gallery-representation/  Logan says to write your artist statement without ChatGPT. Listen to Episode 75: How to Talk About Your Art to get a jump start! - https://jodieking.com/episode-75-how-to-talk-about-your-art/  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6   How are you liking the Honest Art® Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMquJfuMsSg0fr46BRdia1cWd-81GThzF For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast

    55 min
  8. Episode 146: The #1 Painting Mistake: Choosing Color Over Value

    Apr 7

    Episode 146: The #1 Painting Mistake: Choosing Color Over Value

    If your paintings feel flat, it's not your color. It's your values. And this mistake is keeping your art stuck. Let's have a little heart-to-heart, artist to artist. If you've ever stood in front of a painting thinking, "Something's off … maybe it's the color," you are not alone. In fact, it's one of the most common traps artists fall into. But here's the truth most people aren't talking about. Your brain doesn't even prioritize color first. It prioritizes value, the lightness and darkness of what you're seeing. So when your entire painting lives in that safe, middle-value zone, it doesn't matter how beautiful your colors are if there's no contrast, no focal point, no visual tension. In this episode, I break down exactly why this happens and how to fix it fast. Here's what you'll walk away with: Why focusing on color first is keeping your art from leveling up How to quickly check your values using simple tools What to do to create depth, contrast, and a clear focal point  Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don't miss a thing! And don't forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_. Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art®? Email me at amy@jodieking.com! Resources mentioned: Ready to push your work to Fine Art status? Join me at one of my Honest Art® Workshops Ready to make your best art ever, alongside an incredible community of artists? Join us inside the Honest Art Society today! Want to dive even deeper into colors and values? Enroll in The Color Course for Rebels Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art® Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMquJfuMsSg0fr46BRdia1cWd-81GThzF For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast

    24 min
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I'm an abstract artist and art educator and I'm hellbent on helping my fellow artists redefine their freedom by tapping into their creative spirit. If you want to have a whole lotta fun while you learn about art, creativity, and what it takes to build a thriving art career, you're in the right place.

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