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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.
3 Questions We All Ask - Nicholas Wilton - Ep 153
https://Art2Life.com - Retreats help uncover improved artistic skills and are a way to fuel your inspiration and enthusiasm. What participants are really looking for on a retreat is not just improved artistic skills but a lifelong practice that fuels continual personal and creative development. In this episode, I’ll answer three questions that we all ask from time to time: How do I find a path to my authentic art? How do I make and set intentions for my future Art? How do I keep going once I get home? So many rich experiences and insights come from participating in artistic retreats. Retreats offer an immersive environment for artists to dig deep into their creativity while aligning their artistic pursuits with their overall life goals. You can pursue what excites you and fills your soul because true artistic growth stems from aligning with your deeper desires and instincts. Learn how to stay inspired in this episode. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… [2:16] How do I find a path to my authentic art? [5:46] Reflect on past work to inspire future art [7:29] Identify what energizes and inspires you [11:34] Finding energy and setting intentions for art can lead to breakthroughs [15:43] Create art that feels effortless and celebratory—are you flourishing? [19:03] Sound healing fosters gratitude, community, and inspiration [23:10] Be mindful, and you’ll find inspiration in everyday life [25:01] Trust your soul's relentless guidance despite fears or societal expectations ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED Esalen Institute Holistic Retreat: https://www.esalen.org/ ============================= CONNECT WITH NICHOLAS WILTON AND ART2LIFE: Get the Free COLOR TIPS PDF: https://workshop.art2life.com/color-tips-pdf-podcasts/ Art2Life Retreat Notifications: https://pages.art2life.com/retreats/2025-retreat-waitlist/ 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 #Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary
29:2320/11/2024
The Art of Travel - Nicholas Wilton - Ep 152
https://Art2Life.com - You have to get lost to find yourself—it’s how we grow. The intersection of art-making and travel is fascinating. I’m exploring how these experiences cultivate a sense of presence and inspire creativity. Let’s embrace the mindset of travel over vacation and the artistry involved in exploring new destinations. Cultivating presence, both in new environments and creative endeavors, unlocks uncharted territories of inspiration and self-discovery. In this episode of Art2Life I’m offering insights and practical tips to harness travel as a powerful tool for artistic and personal growth. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or just starting to explore the world, there's something here for you. Listen in for a blend of art, discovery, and thoughtful travel tips. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… [04:45] Choose destinations based on the feelings you want to inspire [08:58] Stay longer and truly experience amazing places [10:56] Travel broadens perspectives and allows you to explore your identity [16:10] Pre-plan carefully before you travel to make the journey smoother [18:52] Invest in inexpensive home monitoring for peace of mind [22:36] Don't overpack; buy essentials locally instead [23:55] Travel light but keep luggage with you always [30:00] Useful apps for the phone and the laptop [34:26] Advice on essential art supplies to bring with you ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED To download the Art of Travel PDF, click here: https://pages.art2life.com/misc/traveling-artist-checklist/ TSA Precheck: https://www.tsa.gov/precheck Global Entry: https://www.cbp.gov/travel/trusted-traveler-programs/global-entry Airport Priority Pass: https://www.prioritypass.com/ Apple Pay: https://www.apple.com/apple-pay/ AirTag: https://www.apple.com/airtag/ WhatsApp: https://web.whatsapp.com/ Booking.com: https://www.booking.com/ Amazon Kindle: https://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Store/b?ie=UTF8&node=133140011 Ring Camera: https://www.amazon.com/ring-camera/s?k=ring+camera ============================= 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 #Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary
37:3313/11/2024
Wisdom, Art, and Longing - Judy Tuwaletstiwa - Ep 151
https://Art2Life.com - Judy Tuwaletstiwa, a multidisciplinary visual artist, writer, and teacher, had no idea she was an artist for many many years. After being told she was ‘no artist’ by her 7th-grade teacher, she didn’t create art until later. Judy shares her insights on aging as a liberating gift, allowing her to focus on what truly matters. We explore her vision of art as a mysterious, transformative force and she tells me more about an ongoing project, which aims to help people understand how to integrate art into every life stage. I know you’ll love the inspiring stories based on Judy’s teaching experiences, including a viral TikTok that demonstrates the power of art in self-exploration. She shares influences that shaped her artistic path, including lessons from a tumultuous childhood, transformative travels, and meaningful collaborations. Join us to reflect on creativity, intuition, and the enriching exchange of insights between generations, offering valuable takeaways for artists and educators alike in this episode of the Art2Life Podcast. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… [6:38] Her grandmother’s positivity and magic helped overcome generational wounds [12:35] How Van Gogh brought Judy back to cresting art [17:01] Providing art-based workshops to help young boys experience healing [23:23] What brought Judy back to sharing her art 15 years later [28:21] A soul-searching camping trip in the Southwest at age 41 [34:24] How Judy created her “Songs of the Earth from Space” series [37:38] Art has no mistakes; it’s a doorway that leads you somewhere [42:32] Intergenerational exchange enriches learning [46:14] Growing old is a gift because it brings freedom and clarity on what truly matters ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl: https://a.co/d/76PPPWP Your Brain on Art: How the Arts Transform Us by Susan Magsamen and Ivy Ross: https://a.co/d/gYqRrK7 Frog Dreaming: https://frogdreamingbooks.com/index.html ================================= CONNECT WITH JUDY TUWALETSTIWA Judy's artwork: https://www.judytuwaletstiwa.com/ Gma Judy on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@judytuwaletstiwa Judy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tuwaletstiwa/ ============================= 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 #Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary
53:4306/11/2024
Where Your New Life Begins - Nicholas Wilton - Ep 150
https://Art2Life.com - We get to understand who people are by hearing their stories, by listening to where they've come from, what they've done, and who they are—so why don’t we share our stories more freely? Many of us carry embarrassment or shame about our past, but our stories have the potential to foster genuine connections and dispel negative self-perceptions. Sharing your journey enables others to resonate with their own experiences and see the potential for growth and authenticity in their lives. Limiting beliefs and outdated self-perceptions can hinder our quest for true fulfillment. Imagine your life without the constraints of practicality; imagine having the space to fully ignite the energy and joy rooted in your personal passions! Join me for this episode all about how sharing our stories can foster a community of trust and inspiration, nurturing both personal and collective creativity. ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED [6:33] Sharing stories helps give you clarity in how you see yourself [8:27] Stories build connections, and listening fosters understanding [13:43] Reflect on your true desires and move beyond your limiting beliefs [15:25] Trauma shapes purpose, but your self-identity is often misunderstood [17:34] Connect to what brings you alive authentically [23:17] Act on dreams—they give you energy and help build identity [25:02] Reflection and connecting with a group transforms your artistic reality ============================= 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 #Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary
30:4330/10/2024
The Art of Relationships - Max Trombly - Ep 149
https://Art2Life.com - How do we balance the masculine and feminine energies within us? My guest, Max Trombly, a men's mentor and teacher, shares his expertise. Max specializes in helping men uncover their life purpose, understand emotional intelligence, and form conscious relationships. We explore the early stages of relationships, where curiosity and play fuel passion, and Max shares his strategies for reigniting that spark over time. You’re going to love his advice on overcoming the challenges of maintaining passion in long-term relationships and the art of sustaining vitality for personal and artistic longevity. If you’re hoping to understand the significance of clarity and intention in achieving your life goals, then you’ll love our conversation, which unravels the artistry involved in creating vibrant relationships and fulfilling life experiences. ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED [03:58] Full expression requires years of practice and dedication [10:22] Become your future self for lasting fulfillment [14:00] Ambition and dedication can transform your life [18:08] Positive relationships can endure hardships [23:31] Balance detail focus with big-picture awareness [28:55] Reignite passion and excitement in relationships [35:18] Improving men's emotional engagement and consent education [39:29] Manipulate energy for situational adaptability and performance [46:25] Creating conscious life pathways through educational programs ============================= 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 #Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary
49:1423/10/2024
How to Ride the Waves of Uncertainty - Nicholas Wilton - Ep 148
https://Art2Life.com - Magical things happen when we stay in the unknown for a while and begin to play. In this episode, we dig into the transformative power of intentional presence in art and life. Being truly present can facilitate personal growth, enhance creativity, and nurture relationships. Incorporating play and inviting intuition into your art will help you feel more energetic and open the path to extraordinary outcomes. When we free ourselves from the pressure to be perfect, we can see where our art takes us. Listen in to explore the beauty of the unpredictable journey, learn to take small, intuitive steps, and experience the magic of serendipitous opportunities. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… [05:51] Integrate play into art-making for experimentation [09:25] Repetition reveals themes and small steps yield surprises [10:17] Integration balances control and creative flow [13:42] Stay present to create art from authentic emotions [18:46] Attunement enhances art and personal presence [22:27] Embrace life's unpredictability for unexpected joys [30:15] Being present enables growth, evolution, and awareness of adaptability [33:13] Create art to gradually uncover your life desires [39:15] Shift perspective to see where life takes you ============================= 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 #Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary
42:3816/10/2024
Happiness Comes in Waves - Ep 147
https://Art2Life.com - We need balance in life and art—it’s a little like the art of surfing, where momentum and constant adjustment help us navigate life's unpredictabilities. Wayfinding is all about making decisions in the moment to achieve better outcomes. This episode builds on the idea of finding your way as you go, emphasizing the importance of approaching creativity without fixed plans and allowing for surprise and wonder in your life and your work. When you embrace your uniqueness and authenticity your vibe will shine through and you’ll make all sorts of amazing connections. Taking small, intentional steps toward big dreams, and continuous art-making nurtures your creativity and authenticity. I encourage you to let go of the fear and create environments that resonate with your personal vibe and connect with others to lead to a more fulfilled life. Let’s transform your approach to art, life, and the pursuit of happiness. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… [05:38] How to navigate uncertainty in creativity [06:30] Embracing uncertainty fosters creativity [11:23] Wayfinding your path enhances your wellness [15:05] Measurement helps track your progress to living a life you love [15:59] Journaling as a motivational strategy [20:49] Expressing internal vitality leads to external connection [23:32] Art2Life grew from combining art and sailing [29:03] Creation fosters transformation and ease with uncertainty ============================= 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 #Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary
35:1609/10/2024
Bloom Into You - Nicholas Wilton - Ep 146
https://Art2Life.com - Creating something tangible—like a SPARK Playbook, which serves as a visual roadmap for your artistic progress—has transformative power. Artists can take small, meaningful steps to uncover their artistic direction and the value of playful experimentation using my five-step Bloom method. This method helps you stay present in the creative process and engage deeply with your feelings to produce authentic, heartfelt art. Authentic art requires focusing on personal feelings and staying mindful. Bloom’s structured phases—Feel, Open, Play, Create, Curate—make the artistic process accessible to anyone, reducing their fear and encouraging freedom and inspiration. Mindfulness and experimentation improve sensitivity and authenticity in your creative work. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… [4:20] The five steps to blooming and becoming the person you desire [6:14] Your emotions are the first steps to accessing your creative desire [10:15] Experiment with feelings through playful, artistic exploration [11:37] Creating art deepens your emotional understanding [18:02] Motion creates authentic, fear-free art [26:50] Art practice fosters rapid and meaningful progress [31:27] Creating art helps shape your future self ============================= 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 #Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary
39:2102/10/2024
The Emotional Gift of Nature - Nicholas Wilton - Ep 145
Engaging with the natural world can elevate creativity, and revitalize mind and spirit. The meditative qualities of art-making and nature, with its serenity and beauty, serve as a powerful muse. Nature has provided me with solace during challenging times. In this episode, we're diving deep into the profound relationship between art-making, nature, and our emotional well-being. You’ll get practical tips on how you can integrate nature into your daily routines by enjoying the health benefits of "forest bathing," and dig into why spending time outdoors can boost our cognitive function by up to 50%! If you give it space, nature can inform our art, help us navigate self-doubt, and foster a spontaneous, open-hearted creative process. Get ready to reconnect with nature and connect with new levels of creativity. Listen if you are interested in... Nature boosts emotional openness, health, and creativity [3:47] The colors of nature inspire creativity and a new appreciation of harmony [9:36] Forest Bathing allows you to immerse yourself in nature for wellbeing [13:52] Combining differences in nature and art heals [16:23] Nature reduces prefrontal cortex activity, enhancing clarity [19:46] Embrace an open-hearted, spontaneous, and free approach to creativity [20:42] The ways you can connect with nature every day [21:27] The benefits of experiencing nature early in the morning [23:31] How we can integrate nature into art projects [27:27] Resources & People Mentioned Effect of forest bathing trips on human immune function David Strayer's Creativity in the Wild study Connect with Nicholas Wilton and Art2Life Get the Free COLOR TIPS PDF here Follow the Sunday Art2Life Vlog here Follow Nicholas Wilton's Art on Instagram Follow Art2Life on Instagram Subscribe on Youtube Subscribe to Art2Life onApple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts
29:4225/09/2024
The Art of Self-Worth - Ep 144
Have you ever wondered how visualization and imagination can set the stage for success? This week, we’re diving into why shifting from self-doubt to intrinsic motivation is vital for any artist. I explore the importance of taking those small, consistent steps to achieve our goals. We can’t underestimate how having an engaged mentor to coach you can fast-track your growth. Investing in yourself—whether through resources or time—can be the stepping stone to overcoming self-judgment and fostering an abundance mindset. I also share my thoughts on the power of community and the necessity of internal growth over external validation and give artists practical steps to take to allow them to price their work confidently and accurately. Listen if you are interested in... Creating art reveals insecurities and fear of judgment [12:13] Investing in yourself boosts learning and transformation [16:32] Start valuing yourself—it sparks transformative change [19:40] Imagine reality vividly because your brain will act it as if it really happened [22:03] Prioritize self-care to inspire creativity [26:20] Self-awareness and focus are essential for progress [30:47] Creating art helps you reflect and understand yourself [36:34] Create art playfully and connect with others who do the same [39:58] Resources & People Mentioned Joe Dispenza’s Website Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell Connect with Nicholas Wilton and Art2Life Get the Free COLOR TIPS PDF here Follow the Sunday Art2Life Vlog here Follow Nicholas Wilton's Art on Instagram Follow Art2Life on Instagram Subscribe on Youtube Subscribe to Art2Life onApple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts
44:1518/09/2024
Less Clutter, More Clarity - Andrew Mellen - Ep 143
https://Art2Life.com - Andrew Mellen walked away from his role directing plays off-Broadway when he realized he had a unique talent for making people’s lives happier in a totally different way: becoming a professional organizer. Andrew is known for his transformative approach to decluttering physical and inner mental spaces. He shares the value of taking small, manageable steps to create a more organized, stress-free life. We discuss how you can be in the most creative state and why your cluttered physical world impacts your emotional, spiritual, and psychological health. Less clutter leads to more clarity. Andrew shares his creative path back to his art—and how he let his intuition lead the way—in this episode of the Art2Life Podcast. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… [8:01] Choosing organizing over theater [16:07] External clutter leads to feeling stressed [17:12] Procrastination is time mismanagement [20:39] Having processes frees your mind to be more creative [24:44] Stop stealing time from yourself by avoiding repetition [27:56] How to sign up for Spark to reconnect with what brings you alive [29:05] Art and life both have tension tangles [33:08] Clearing clutter creates positive momentum for success [35:19] Evaluate necessity and value, consider emotional attachment [38:56] Keep what you use, and let go of excess [43:49] Don't undervalue your time and possessions [47:39] Focus on living aligned with your values ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED Sign up for Art2Life’s SPARK 2024 Program: https://pages.art2life.com/spark/2024-enroll/ Joe Dispenza: https://drjoedispenza.com/ ================================= CONNECT WITH ANDREW MELLEN LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewmellen/ Calling Bullshit on Busy: https://www.amazon.com/Calling-Bullsh-Busy-Practical-Management-ebook/dp/B0C21Y7Y8F Unstuff Your Life: https://www.amazon.com/Unstuff-Your-Life-Completely-Organize-ebook/dp/B003QMLBPM Declutter Your Life Podcast: https://www.andrewmellen.com/podcast Questions to Ask When Decluttering: https://unstuff.me/beliefs ============================= 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 #Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary
50:4211/09/2024
Your Art, Your Money, Your Life - Ep 142
https://Art2Life.com - Your art is the most important thing in your life, so how can you possibly put a price on it? This week, I’m talking about how to value your art and your time and why outsourcing the tasks you don’t love allows you to buy back more time to spend in the studio. I’m excited to explore questions you may battle about selling art and scaling your business. Fueling your creative journey by getting support and mentorship in monetizing your art is invaluable. It will give you the time and freedom you need to create work you love that reflects your authentic self. Dig into this with me in this episode of the Art2Life Podcast. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… [2:23] How to give yourself time to enjoy making your art [4:49] Figure out how much money you're making from your art [07:12] Buy back your time by outsourcing the tasks you don’t enjoy [11:03] Allow your art to improve over time [13:46] Valuing art, time, and prioritizing self-care [17:46] Learn about the Art2Life Breadcrumbs Challenge [18:49] Why you and your work are priceless [19:24] Overcoming challenges in art through creative thinking [20:09] Mentoring helps you monetize your art [26:07] Making money from art is about freedom ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell: https://www.buybackyourtime.com/ The Breadcrumbs Challenge: https://pages.art2life.com/spark/2024-breadcrumbs/ ============================= 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 #Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary
33:3204/09/2024
The Art of Leadership - Cherie Healey - Ep 141
https://Art2Life.com - Everything starts with creative expression. Cherie Healey believes that leadership is the greatest creative endeavor of all time. But too many people feel they’re “not qualified” to be leaders because their definition of leadership is outdated. Leadership is first and foremost about learning to lead yourself. It’s also about gaining clarity, living your passion, and inspiring others. She believes that you are more powerful than you know. Dive into the Art of Leadership with us in this episode of the Art2Life Podcast. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… Leadership as a creative endeavor [2:45] Changing the definition of leadership [16:24] What makes leaders different? [20:22] The value in asking for help [24:09] Learn about the Art2Life Breadcrumbs Challenge [28:02] The realization that you can’t plan everything [28:55] Creating the optimal environment for creativity [31:20] Desire is your greatest friend [43:34] The Art of Leadership Retreat [55:11] ================================= CONNECT WITH CHERIE HEALEY Cherie’s Website: https://cheriehealey.com/ Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cherie.healey/ ============================= CONNECT WITH NICHOLAS WILTON AND ART2LIFE: Join us for the Free Creative Breadcrumbs Challenge: http://www.breadcrumbschallenge.com Learn more about The Art of Leadership Retreat: https://pages.art2life.com/retreats/2024-portugal-retreat/ 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 Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Art2Life #Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary
01:01:1928/08/2024
Feeling into Your Art - Bibby Gignilliat - Ep 140
https://Art2Life.com - Bibby Gignilliat had stopped painting years ago because she had a critical teacher who made her feel like she was talentless. So she spent years as a computer programmer, worked in adventure travel, and even ran her own cooking business. By all measures of success, she was successful. She continuously pushed her dream of being an artist and having her own gallery show aside. Today, Bibby and I are painting in her studio. She’s an accomplished mixed-media artist who incorporates her travels into her art. It all started because she was willing to push aside what she’d been told about herself and started listening to herself. Bibby shares her path back to her art—and how she let her intuition lead the way—in this episode of the Art2Life Podcast. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… Learn more about Bibby’s art and studio [2:26] Bibby’s path back to her art [5:45] Art is freedom [12:08] Letting intuition lead the way [15:44] The impact of Covid [27:32] Art over energy healing [29:33] The creative breadcrumbs challenge [29:58] The business of art [33:38] What Bibby’s work represents [34:46] Bibby’s commitment to learning [39:56] What’s next for Bibby? [45:35] ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED The Academy of Intuition Medicine: https://intuitionmedicine.org/ The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself: https://www.amazon.com/Untethered-Soul-Journey-Beyond-Yourself/dp/1572245379 The Portland Art Gallery: https://portlandartgallery.com/ ================================= CONNECT WITH BUBBY GIGNILLIAT Bibby’s artwork: https://www.bibbyart.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bibbygart/ ============================= 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 #Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary
50:5321/08/2024
The Unveiling of You - Nicholas Wilton - Ep 139
https://Art2Life.com - An art exhibition may be one of the most challenging things you ever do—yet entirely worth the effort. I used to be anxious about completing exhibitions on time. The thought of having to create a body of work on a timeframe can be debilitating. So why put yourself through the process? Is it worth the depth of emotions you’ll experience? I share why setting a date and embracing the uncertainty is transformative in this episode of the Art2Life Podcast. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… [4:12] Why exhibitions are hard [14:11] The power of uncertainty [20:23] The creative process [28:06] The process of growth [32:46] Shifting your mindset ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED Joe Dispenza’s Retreats: https://drjoedispenza.com/retreats Lotus Dog Food: https://www.lotuspetfoods.com/ ============================= 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 #Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary
39:2314/08/2024
Building Momentum - Nino Yuniardi - Ep 138
https://Art2Life.com - Nino Yuniardi started painting when he was 14 to relieve stress. When he creates his art, he takes things and imbues them with new meaning. That’s why his art is fun, playful, and full of vibrant colors. It’s light-hearted because it’s focused on healing. He pays attention to his energy. If he’s not feeling it, he walks away and comes back the next day. He emphasizes that you need to build consistency. Allow yourself time and space to play around with your work and move toward what lights you up. In this conversation, Nino shares his story, his process and how he builds art into his everyday life in a fulfilling way. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… [2:51] Learn more about Nino Yuniardi [9:08] Why art is therapeutic [17:20] Building momentum as an artist [22:45] Growing up in Indonesia [34:24] Experiencing food as art [38:14] Growing up in Indonesia [42:45] Nino’s studio and gallery [47:05] How Nino finds inspiration ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED Posca Paint Pens: https://poscausa.com/ LUKAS Cryl Liquid Paint: https://www.lukas.eu/art-paint/cryl-liquid-acrylic-paint/ Nino’s art at Art & Light Gallery: https://artandlightgallery.com/artist/nino-yuniardi ================================= CONNECT WITH NINO YUNIARDI Nino’s art: https://nino.studio/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ninoyuniardi/ ============================= 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/ Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Art2Life #Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary
54:5407/08/2024
Seeing Your Path - Nicholas Wilton - Ep 137
https://Art2Life.com - As an artist, the thought of not knowing what comes next is bothersome. But “not knowing” is often necessary. Sometimes we have to spend time pondering what’s next. We need to give ourselves space and time to sit with the discomfort of uncertainty. We have to get comfortable with the phenomenon of doing and not knowing. I’m painting right now. I’m doing one thing at a time, uncertain what I will do next. I’m simply being present with what I’m making. In this episode of the Art2Life Podcast, I explore finding clarity by sitting in a place of not knowing. Join me on the journey of not knowing. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… [1:33] The idea that clarity comes from not knowing [11:35] Knowing everything will eventually come together [14:11] Understanding the fundamentals as your foundation [15:57] Embracing vulnerability in your art [21:20] Sharing your ideas to bring them to life ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED Adam Wolpert’s Art: http://www.adamwolpert.com/ Your Brain on Art: How the Arts Transform Us: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Brain-Art-Arts-Transform/dp/0593449231/ ============================= 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 Subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Art2Life #Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary
32:1231/07/2024
Draw Your Feelings - Rukmini Poddar - Ep 136
https://Art2Life.com - Rukmini Poddar is an artist, educator, and designer. Her creative passion lies at the intersection of emotional wellness and creative storytelling. She is an artist who draws feelings. She admits that stumbled into art. It wasn’t a planned career path. When Rukmini graduated college, she was burnt out. As a graphic designer, she spent much of her time on the computer. She wanted to get her hands dirty, so she dove into the 100-Day Project. She started playing with watercolors and made abstract doodles. She started drawing her feelings to express her creativity. She’d post them on Instagram. Before she knew it, it became the anchor for her day. By the end of the 100 days, her life was changed. People would comment and say, “I’ve always felt this way and I’ve never had words for it.” Something extremely personal to her became universal. She found a community that resonated with her work. It became her guiding light. Drawing her feelings led to a passion for art she never knew existed. She shares more about her journey to finding herself and helping others connect with their emotions in this wonderful conversation. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… [2:22] Learn more about Rukmini Poddar [8:00] Drawing your feelings together [9:59] The magical process of art-making [13:14] Rukmini’s family’s perspective on her art [16:23] Rukmini’s career in graphic design [23:00] Rukmini’s art-making process [25:40] Sign up for an Art2Life retreat [26:51] Making the invisible visible [29:49] From group classes to writing a book [33:50] Helping others unlock their emotions [39:57] Why Rukmini is passionate about her work [42:31] How life is a series of differences [47:19] Balancing the tension between opposite emotions [53:23] What’s happening next for Rukmini ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED Sign up for an Art2Life retreat: The 100 Day Project: https://www.the100dayproject.org/ Joe Dispenza: https://drjoedispenza.com/ CreativeMornings: https://creativemornings.com/ Dan Martell: https://www.danmartell.com/ ================================= CONNECT WITH RUKMINI PODDAR Draw Your Feelings: A Creative Journal to Help Connect with Your Emotions through Art: https://www.amazon.com/Draw-Your-Feelings-Creative-Emotions/dp/0593539141 Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rockinruksi Rukmini’s Website: https://www.dearruksi.com Creative Wilderness: A Healing Arts Retreat: https://www.dearruksi.com/retreat ============================= 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 #Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary
58:0524/07/2024
Listening to Yourself - Silvia Poloto - Ep 135
https://Art2Life.com - Silvia Poloto emigrated to the United States in the 90s. It was here that she stumbled on a knack for art—and it changed the trajectory of her life. When Silvia was finishing her Master’s Degree, she started cutting out pieces from magazines and making collages. She started working with metal. Looking to learn more, she signed up for a class called “Metal Arts,” only to realize it was a jewelry-making class. She spent her time in class creating small sculptures with the material. Her instructor was fascinated. She shared her art with him and he was impressed, convinced she had an art degree instead of one in engineering. That’s when she realized she might have a future in art. She taught herself metalworking, painting and photography. With every subsequent work of art, her style evolves. She allows her inner self to direct the next piece. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… [1:35] Learn more about Silvia Poloto [8:36] Silvia’s studio in a shipyard [12:28] The evolution of Silvia’s work [16:35] Sirens, Saints, and Sinners [20:58] Learn about our Art2Life retreats [22:09] How art teaches you who you are [27:21] How Silvia comes up with new ideas [39:08] Seeing yourself through a different lens [44:20] Embracing uncertainty in your life and work [55:34] What’s next for Silvia Poloto? ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED Pamela Walsh Gallery: https://www.pamelawalshgallery.com/ ================================= CONNECT WITH SILVIA POLOTO Silvia’s website: https://poloto.com/ Explore Sivia’s art on Instagram: https://instagram.com/silviapoloto/ ============================= 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 #Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary
58:0217/07/2024
Being Seen - Adam Rosendahl - Ep 134
https://Art2Life.com - The power dynamics at play in an organization can often make it difficult—if not impossible—to form connections with coworkers and superiors. It’s easy to let prejudices and insecurity get in the way. But an environment of collaboration and trust is key to successful organizations. The truth is that as macho or hardened as someone seems, we’re all fragile. The human experience is challenging. Compassion and empathy are exceedingly important—yet exceedingly rare. Adam Rosendahl combines music and art in a group setting that leads to groundbreaking and transformative results: connection between strangers. Everyone has a desperate longing to feel seen and heard. In our conversation, Adam shares how Late Nite Art combines music, art, and collaboration to bring people together and help them feel seen. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… [2:00] Learn more about Adam’s business, Late Nite Art [11:34] How Adam fell in love with collaborative art [14:11] Moving people into flow and self-discovery [23:35] Adam’s unique artistic process [26:38] 2024 Art2Life retreats in Morocco and Mexico [27:47] Powerful questions that prompt connection [32:51] How art unlocks communication [42:08] The direction of Late Nite Art [52:01] The biggest lesson Adam’s learned ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED Hear Adam’s origin story in episode #84: https://www.art2life.com/2023/05/31/late-nite-art-adam-rosendahl-ep-84/ ================================= CONNECT WITH ADAM ROSENDAHL Late Nite Art™: https://www.lateniteart.com/ Adam’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theadamrosendahl/ Adam’s website: https://www.adamrosendahl.com/ ============================= 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 #Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary
56:1310/07/2024
Beyond the Shore - Kristin Little - Ep 133
https://Art2Life.com - I was walking into my studio the other day and met a woman who happened to be walking by. She’d recently taken my free workshop—while on a sailboat. It turns out that she’s an amazing photographer, artist, creator, and adventurer. When Covid hit, she—along with her husband and twin boys—embarked on a grand adventure: Sailing the world. They bought a catamaran and started their journey in New Zealand. Taking action and diving in wholeheartedly led to some of the best experiences of their lives. In our candid conversation, Kristin shares what she’s learned on the journey about herself and her art, the power of being present, and her advice to those looking to embark on their own adventure. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… [4:00] Introducing Kristin Little and her art [8:38] The decision to buy a boat and sail the world [20:26] Navigating life on a boat [27:25] This year’s Art2Life retreats [28:35] Sailing is about being present [37:28] Feeling where other people are [40:30] Kristin’s experience traveling with her kids [45:50] What’s next for Kristin and her family [50:59] Kristin’s advice for someone ready to adventure ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED Rangiroa: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rangiroa ================================= CONNECT WITH KRISTIN LITTLE Friend on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kristin.s.little Follow on Instagram: http://instagram.com/klittlephoto Kristin’s website: http://www.kristinlittle.com/ ============================= 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
56:2003/07/2024
Everything Matters - Danielle LaPorte - Ep 132
https://Art2Life.com - Danielle LaPorte loves simplicity. The closer she gets to a heart-centered life, the more she craves it. It’s become a spiritual practice. She lets go of anything she hasn’t used for 6–12 months. She doesn’t buy mindlessly. Instead, everything in her home has a story, a reason behind buying it. Everything matters. Simplicity requires letting go. It requires loosening your attachment to things that don’t matter. Are you able to take this approach in your art and your life? To be willing to make a different mark, make a mistake, and start over? Go on a journey with us as we explore the art of letting go, shifting to simplicity, and of having the courage to make the first mark on a blank page. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… [2:53] How Danielle responds to those in need [4:45] Coaching in the matters of the heart [7:59] Learning to let things go [22:34] Learn about the Art2Life retreat [23:44] The journey to loving yourself [26:42] What you need to learn will reveal itself [31:09] What to do when you don’t like your creation [34:57] Why you’re never starting with a blank page [39:11] How Danielle is nurturing her community [47:16] The year of the heart ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED The Creative Habit by Twyla Tharp: https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Habit-Learn-Use-Life/dp/0743235274 ================================= CONNECT WITH DANIELLE LAPORTE Danielle's website: https://daniellelaporte.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/daniellelaporte Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Danielle.LaPorte.Inc Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/daniellelaporte/ Danielle’s books and courses: https://shop.daniellelaporte.com/ ============================= 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
49:2826/06/2024
Dream It, Believe It, Achieve It: Suzi Dafnis - Ep 131
https://Art2Life.com - Are you struggling to cast a vision for yourself, your art, or your business? Has imposter syndrome taken hold? Do you feel confident that you can make your dreams a reality? Suzi Dafnis walked into a room with 30 other business owners about to start the art class I was offering our mastermind group, admittedly incredibly nervous. Though confident in any business environment, she felt like she shrunk into her feet when she walked into my class. Yet she came out of the class having created something she’s proud of and found that she enjoyed the process. Today, Suzi joins me in the studio to talk about her journey in business. She firmly believes that if you have a dream that you believe in—and get a plan in place to make it happen—you can achieve it. But just like you have to take your brush and make the first mark on a canvas, you have to take a step toward creating the business of your dreams. Join us to learn how to take that first step. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… [1:18] Compelling question or topic, written to elicit curiosity [4:16] You have to start somewhere to make progress [7:56] The concept of differences and contrast [11:45] Embracing work-life integration [13:51] Suzi’s trajectory in business [17:09] How Suzi helps her clients [25:10] Calculating what your time is worth [27:49] Casting a vision for yourself [34:43] Why community is key to success [42:05] Running an in-person events business [46:56] How to connect with Suzi ================================= CONNECT WITH SUZI DAFNIS HerBusiness: https://herbusiness.com/ The HerBusiness podcast: https://herbusiness.com/podcasts/ HerBusiness Network: http://www.herbusinessnetwork.com Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/herbusiness/ Free Facebook Group for Women Business Owners: http://www.herbusinessgroup.com ============================= 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 Art2Life Retreats: www.artlifedream.com #Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary
49:2519/06/2024
Printing Gratitude with Raquel Baldocchi - Ep 130
https://Art2Life.com - Raquel Baldocchi is a mixed-media contemporary artist in the Bay Area. Raquel draws inspiration from her grandmother, who created textile art, made beautiful scrapbooks, and crafted ornaments every year for Christmas. Raquel’s college boyfriend’s mother was a printmaker. She influenced Raquel so much that Raquel pursued a degree in printmaking. Now, every piece of art that Raquel creates is infused with a story. In this episode, Raquel and I have a conversation in my studio while we’re creating. Join us by bringing along a sketchbook or something you are working on, and allow yourself to be inspired to create something new. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… [2:31] Working with mixed medium elements [7:33] How Raquel’s grandmother influenced her art [10:38] Love in the Time of Cholera [16:15] Why Raquel’s art has evolved [26:14] Why gallery shows aren’t for everyone [32:45] What inspires Raquel? [38:57] What Raquel learned from loss ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED Love in the Time of Cholera by Gabriel García Márquez: Apply Gabilan Cattle Company: https://www.gabilancattlecompany.com/ ================================= CONNECT WITH RAQUEL BALDOCCHI www.raquelbaldocchi.com IG @raquelbaldocchi ============================= 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 #Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary
44:1312/06/2024
Standing for You - Louise Fletcher - Ep 129
https://Art2Life.com - Louise Fletcher is an artist and teacher, gifted at helping her students connect with their emotions and unleash their artistic voice. But she wasn’t always aware of her gift. She genuinely thought she had no artistic talent because she couldn’t sit in front of a canvas and execute a vision. When she learned that she could play with paint, and find joy in the process, it changed everything. In this heartfelt conversation, we uncover the depths of finding one’s self-worth and embrace the concept that we must express every emotion in our art and life. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… How I met Louise Fletcher [1:17] Discovering a love for painting [3:05] Finding purpose in painting [7:56] The art of finding your self-worth [13:57] Art mimics life and life mimics art [16:54] Standing for You: Expressing anger [26:16] How Louise helps students achieve authenticity [30:58] The process of the Creative Visionary Program [34:40] ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED Taylor Swift’s Mad Woman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6DP4q_1EgQQ Esalen: https://www.esalen.org/ Georgina Noel: https://www.georginanoel.com/ ================================= CONNECT WITH LOUISE FLETCHER Louise Fletcher Art: https://www.louisefletcherart.com Follow on Instagram: http://@louisefletcher_art Art Juice Podcast: https://www.louisefletcherart.com/podcast ============================= 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 #Art2Life #FineArt #AbstractArt #ModernArt #Contemporary
41:3508/05/2024
Becoming Your Art with Nicholas Wilton - Ep 128
https://Art2Life.com - What does the journey of bringing your art to life look like? How does the process of creating inform who you are becoming? The truth is that you are a work of art. With every brushstroke, you’re becoming what you’re created to be. And that energy will show up in your art. In this episode of Art2Life, I’ll walk you through the three stages of creating powerful art. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… Stage #1: Intellectually understanding your art [4:15] Stage #2: Embodying your art [11:52] Stage #3: Becoming your art [25:00] ================================ 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
36:4103/04/2024
Fan Favorite Replay: Don’t Be a Baby and Keep Making Your Art – Jerry Saltz
https://Art2Life.com - In this special throwback episode of Art2Life, we revisit one of our most beloved conversations with award-winning art critic Jerry Saltz. Making art is hard enough, but hearing from others whether it is good or not is especially so. Every artist I know already has, hard-wired within them, a pretty tough critic. I certainly do. So I never have been particularly drawn to listening to more of them. I know, of course, art criticism is essential in the art world. I get all that, but truthfully, I have always been a little leery of outside criticism in case it made me stop making art. It feels safer to hear more from those who are actually making art. They were the ones I thought whose voices mattered. At least for me. But today you are going to meet an art critic. But not the kind I imagined. Not at all. His name is Jerry Saltz. He is the Pulitzer Prize-winning, senior art critic and columnist for New York Magazine. He has a bajillion followers on Instagram and is a New York Times bestselling author. He also cares a ton about art and especially artists. Which isn’t surprising because he was one. He switched mid-career because, ironically, his inner critic wouldn’t leave him alone, and it all became too much. Jerry is whip-smart, funny, and at times, daringly truthful. But this is what I love about him: he just tells the truth. Or rather his truth. That is rare these days. Jerry is the artist's art critic. He is so on our side and wants nothing more for us than to simply stay together and above all else, to keep making our art. Join me now for this startlingly vulnerable and caring conversation about art and life with one of the most revered voices in the art world: Jerry Saltz. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… How Jerry became a bestselling author and why you need to read his books [3:19] Becoming a different kind of artist and recognizing the respect in art criticism [15:05] Why artists need one another [25:48] Making an enemy of envy and why we need to just keep making our art [32:01] Where Jerry feels the art world is heading [39:15] Jerry’s advice for artists when they receive criticism and the time Jerry criticized my work [46:47] ================================= CONNECT WITH JERRY SALTZ Jerry’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerrysaltz/ Riverhead Book’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riverheadbooks Art is Life (Book): https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/612485/art-is-life-by-jerry-saltz/ How to Be an Artist (Book): https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/612484/how-to-be-an-artist-by-jerry-saltz/9780593086469/ ============================= 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
01:04:5927/03/2024
Finding Clarity - Noah Woods - Ep 126
https://Art2Life.com - Artists are always asking questions. When you’re always questioning, it’s only natural that a lack of clarity arises. Your soul is always pulling you to the unknown. We’re living in a world where opportunities are boundless. The curiosity to see what’s possible is a driving force. When you’re in congruence with who you are and what you’re making, it’s the best feeling in the world. And when the expression doesn’t match the creature, you must change. Clarity is found through missteps, adventures, and pushing yourself out of your comfort zone to see a world of possibilities. In this conversation, Noah and I walk through the journey of finding clarity in life and art. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… Why finding clarity is a life-long process [3:18] Gaining clarity through missteps and adventures [8:46] Why Noah read obituaries, memoirs, and biographies [19:10] Surviving times when we got it all wrong [25:40] Push yourself outside your comfort zone to gain clarity [31:44] How others help us see the world of possibilities [44:05] Gaining clarity comes from experimentation [46:19] ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED Tom Stanley Art: https://www.tomstanleyart.com/ David Hockney’s Biography: https://www.amazon.com/David-Hockney-christopher-simon-sykes/dp/0385535902/ ================================= CONNECT WITH NOAH WOODS Noah’s portfolio: https://www.noahwoods.com/ Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noahwoods__/ ============================= 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
52:1320/03/2024
The Magic of Belonging - Chérie Healey - Ep 125
“My calling is to help you answer yours.” – Chérie Healey Chérie believes that we all have a calling that we have to answer in this life. If we simplify it down to its essence, we are supposed to be ourselves, with all of our flaws, traumas, and wounds. Her purpose is to help people step into being all the way themselves. Chérie is an Executive Coach and Brand Strategist for women leaders. She’s guided great Leaders for over 25 years at Google, YouTube, Paramount, Nike, Apple, Stanford Graduate School of Business, and more. Chérie has created and cultivated a community to encourage and strengthen, a safe place to build relationships and push each other toward purpose. In this conversation, Chérie shares how she helps women recapture themselves, guides them toward their purpose, and how the right community can transform your life. Listen if you are interested in... Chérie’s purpose on this planet [5:18] Helping people make their life a work of art [8:33] Helping women recapture themselves [13:27] Guiding people toward their intuition [26:07] How the right community can transform your life [40:22] Resources & People Mentioned No Bad Parts: Healing Trauma and Restoring Wholeness My painting: “Chérie” Connect with Chérie Healey Follow on Instagram cheriehealy.com Connect with Nicholas Wilton and Art2Life Get the Free COLOR TIPS PDF here Follow the Sunday Art2Life Vlog here Follow Nicholas Wilton's Art on Instagram Follow Art2Life on Instagram Subscribe on Youtube Subscribe to Art2Life on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts
54:5113/03/2024
Becoming Alive in Art + Life - Caroline Millar - Ep 124
https://Art2Life.com - Caroline Millar was creatively blocked for a long time. She loved art as a child but had a terrible experience with an art teacher when she was 16. Because of it, she stopped painting for 25 years. She went through a difficult time where everything creative disappeared from her life. Five years ago, Caroline joined our Creative Visionary Program. She embarked on a journey of self-discovery and artistic exploration. Caroline experienced a profound shift in her perspective and her life and work were transformed. Caroline now helps other artists navigate their creative journeys, drawing on her own experiences to provide empathy, support, and guidance. Her approach is rooted in understanding and compassion, empowering artists to overcome self-doubt and embrace their unique artistic voices. In this conversation, we cover her extraordinary journey back to her art. Let her story inspire you to dig deeper and reconnect with your creative self. Because art is transformative and endless possibilities come when we embrace our creativity. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… Join the Art of Your Life FREE Workshop [1:36] Learn more about Caroline Millar [2:26] Why Caroline went into hibernation [7:34] Caroline’s experience with Art2Life [9:35] How Caroline learned to say “yes” [13:44] Caroline shares about her art [16:28] How Caroline guides artists [20:56] Caroline’s unique gift of empowering others [24:36] ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED The Creative Visionary Program is open for enrollment! https://www.artlifecvp.com/ ================================= CONNECT WITH CAROLINE MILLAR Caroline Millar Art: https://www.carolinemillar.com/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolinemillarart/ ============================= 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
32:0206/03/2024
The Art of Love, Optimism and Luck, with Austyn Taylor - Ep 123
https://Art2Life.com - Austyn has completed art residencies all over the world. She landed in a residency at the Mendocino Art Center right before Covid hit. Before Covid, the majority of her work was black and white and ornate. She’d sculpt solid and draw with an ebony pencil on the surface. Her time in Mendocino allowed her to crystalize what she wanted her art to convey. She shifted toward bright dominant colors and hasn’t looked back. In this conversation, Austyn shares how her global experiences have helped her channel her art, what her creative process looks like, and what she hopes to accomplish in the future. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… How Covid transformed Austyn’s work [3:35] Austyn’s creative process [9:29] What’s influenced Austyn’s work [20:10] What’s on the horizon for Austyn [24:40] ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED The Art of Your Life Free Workshop: https://a2lworkshop.com/5-days-workshop/ Determined: A Science of Life without Free Will: https://www.amazon.com/Determined-Science-Life-without-Free/dp/0525560971 Austyn’s show at the COVA Gallery in the Netherlands: https://www.instagram.com/covagallery/ ================================= CONNECT WITH AUSTYN TAYLOR Austyn’s website: http://www.austyntaylor.com/ See Austyn’s sculptures on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austynaustynaustyn/ ============================= 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
29:0528/02/2024
How to Balance Your Art and Life - Ep 122
https://Art2Life.com - Do you feel like every waking moment has to be dedicated to your art or thinking about your art? When you finally have the time to create, are you already exhausted? When I’m talking about balance, I’m talking about setting up your energy. You have to curate your life so that you’re energized when it’s time to create. In this episode of the Art2Life Podcast, I share 10 ways I strive to balance my life and my art. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… Establish a schedule [2:44] Define boundaries [5:12] Prioritize self-care [7:48] Let planning be a creative exercise [10:49] Learn to say “no” to say “yes” [14:03] Delegate work to free up your time [16:03] Created a dedicated workspace [18:34] Practice mindfulness [22:12] Regularly assess and adjust [26:30] Focus on non-artistic endeavors [27:32] ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED The Art of Your Life Free Workshop: https://a2lworkshop.com/5-days-workshop/ Buy Back Your Time: https://www.amazon.com/Buy-Back-Your-Time-Unstuck-ebook/dp/B09Y55GLXJ ============================= 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
34:0021/02/2024
Know Your Story - Jon Ritt - Ep 121
https://Art2Life.com - Jon Ritt is a close friend, artist, designer, and next-level storyteller who helps brands identify their core principles and brings them to life. Jon takes the fundamentals he learned as a painter and applies them to how he works as a designer. He helps brands sculpt their identity in visual form. In this conversation, we dive into gaining clarity around your “why,” why knowing yourself is the most important first step in creative endeavors, and how branding is your company’s identity. Your perspective on branding will never be the same. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… Jon shares his love for art and design [2:56] How Jon helps brands sculpt their identity in visual form [15:09] Breadcrumbs: Gaining clarity around your “why” [19:40] Is honing in on your style what matters? [32:20] A conversation on Tesla design; brand equity [40:36] How Jon shifts perspectives about branding [43:35] What Jon does that contributes to his purpose [50:57] ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED The Art of Your Life Free Workshop: https://a2lworkshop.com/5-days-workshop/ Unconscious Branding by Douglas van Praet: https://www.amazon.com/Unconscious-Branding-Neuroscience-Empower-Marketing/dp/1137278927 ================================= CONNECT WITH JON RITT Jon Ritt Design Co.: https://www.jonritt.com/ Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-ritt-25078829/ Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonritt/
59:2214/02/2024
Crafting Your Life Brief - Bonnie Wan - Ep 120
https://Art2Life.com - As a brand strategist, Bonnie Wan’s job is to make meaning from messiness. A great brand can distill their purpose into 1–3 words to create a clear focal point from which they can create, innovate, and make decisions. Most of us don’t realize that we can do that in our own lives. The Life Brief is the essential playbook to unlock what you want in life. It’s a three-step tool to help you realign your path with your dreams personally, professionally, culturally, and spiritually. To create a life that is wholly your own. Join us as we dive into getting messy, gaining clarity, and taking action. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… Learn more about Bonnie Wan and her role as a Brand Strategist [1:53] Why Bonnie wrote her book, “The Life Brief” [8:09] You have to get messy to gain clarity to take action [13:20] How intuition is involved in the process [16:56] What do I really want but I’m afraid to admit? [20:05] How to gain clarity about what’s sacred to you [29:37] Concisely expressing your non-negotiables [35:09] The unfolding: Putting clarity into motion [40:40] Shifting from what we want to how we want [46:36] What Bonnie learned from writing her book [50:32] ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED Bonnie’s book: The Life Brief ================================ CONNECT WITH BONNIE WAN The Life Brief Connect on LinkedIn Follow on Instagram Friend on Facebook =============================== 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 Join us for The Art of Your Life Free Online Workshop starting March 4th! www.artlifefree.com
58:2107/02/2024
Your One Word - Nicholas Wilton - Ep 119
https://Art2Life.com - Have you ever chosen a single word to orient your entire year? I’ve made a practice of it, and on this episode, I’m going to show you just how beneficial this is! Join me as I dive into the importance of choosing a word, how to do so, and how it relates to the five essential human needs of the Art2Life matrix. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… How to find YOUR word using the five essential needs [2:10] Using connection and health to shape your vision [10:53] Choosing creativity and exploration in the magical and the mundane [15:53] The power of intuition in art-making [21:06] ================================ 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
30:4331/01/2024
Promoting Your Art Is Personal - Nicholas Wilton - Ep 118
https://Art2Life.com - Promoting your work can feel like a terrifying task for many artists. But with the right mindset, promotion can feel like another extension of your creativity. Join me as I dive into the proper way to frame promotion as an artist, the difficult necessity of galleries, the problem with over-polishing your work, and critical steps for building an audience for your creations. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… The currency and payoff of art-making [2:30] Unpacking the difficulty of getting into galleries [8:01] The problem with over-polishing your work [11:51] The art of building an audience [16:59] ================================ 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
26:1324/01/2024
How to Drop Back Into Your Art - Nicholas Wilton - Ep 117
https://Art2Life.com - As artists return to their studios after a winter holiday hiatus, many of us are experiencing the familiar struggle to drop back into our art after a break. Taking even the smallest pause can sometimes make us feel like a stranger in our studio. Join me as I tackle the three biggest challenges to reconnecting with your work after a break and how to overcome them to get the creative fires stoked again. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… Three reasons we feel disconnection after coming back to our art [1:22] Overcoming the disconnect and dropping back into our art [10:13] ================================ 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
20:1817/01/2024
How to Go Big - Nicholas Wilton - Ep 116
https://Art2Life.com - Are you looking to take your art to the next level in 2024? Do you know the steps needed to make that happen? On this episode, I'll unpack the three biggest obstacles to going big with your art. Join me as we examine why confidence is the key to scaling up, the problem with thinking too small, and the importance of knowing why we make art in the first place. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… Why confidence is the key to scaling up [2:13] How to stop thinking too small [11:18] Finding your why and engaging your purpose [18:59] ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED 10x Is Easier Than 2x: How World-Class Entrepreneurs Achieve More by Doing Less (Book): https://www.amazon.com/10x-Easier-Than-World-Class-Entrepreneurs-ebook/dp/B0BGK74SR5 Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action (Book): https://www.amazon.com/Start-Why-Leaders-Inspire-Everyone/dp/1591846447 ================================= 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
34:1910/01/2024
Being Not Doing in 2024 - Nicholas Wilton - Ep 115
https://Art2Life.com - So much of annual planning has to do with all the things we want to accomplish in 365 days. But what if we started our planning process with the question: How do I want to feel in 2024? Join me as I discuss a few different approaches to planning and prioritizing your year to make it the best one yet. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… Allowing the seasons to complement your life and art practice [2:19] Becoming the curator of your life [12:16] Staying present in our priorities [15:24] Gathering the five ingredients for a perfect day [24:36] ================================ 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
35:1103/01/2024
Coming Home - Haramara - Ep 114
https://Art2Life.com - It’s amazing what we can create when we do so from a place of pure authenticity. Art-making is a journey to discover yourself, and our work is the artifacts we collect along the way. But what if your art isn’t a canvas, but a place? Meet Sajeela de la Borbolla, founder and healing instructor at the Haramara Retreat located in beautiful Sayulita, Mexico. Her personal journey has led her to create, in conjunction with her team, a beautiful haven for guests to connect with nature and themselves. Join us as we get to know Sajeela, her journey with Haramara, and how finding her way has helped so many find theirs. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… Getting to know Sajeela and the inspiration behind the Haramara Retreat [2:07] Allowing beauty to lead you back to yourself [12:09] How Sajeela’s vision came together logistically and energetically [19:43] Exploring the feminine energy and subconscious impact of Sajeela’s property [29:38] Preserving Haramara for generations to come [35:45] ================================ CONNECT WITH HARAMARA Haramara Retreat: https://haramararetreat.com/?v=6cbcb1763be6 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haramarasayulita?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA== ============================= 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
40:3727/12/2023
Making a Painting: Part 3 - Nicholas Wilton - Ep 113
https://Art2Life.com - In what may be the final installment of making a painting for my daughter’s birthday, we’re going to be talking about finishing. Or at least, what the beginning stages of that process look like. Join me as I talk about the delicate balance of refinement and letting go, knowing when we need perspective, and holding an idea for a painting while remaining authentic to ourselves and the process. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… Crafting the delicate balance between refinement and letting go when finishing [1:56] Holding an idea for a painting while staying authentic [12:59] ================================ 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
21:5220/12/2023
Personal Is Universal - Nicholas Wilton - Ep 112
https://Art2Life.com - As artists, it’s so important that our work continually moves towards authenticity. The more personal our work becomes, the more universal and accessible it becomes for everyone else. Join me as I discuss five reasons why this occurs and how you can take your artwork to the next level through authenticity. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… Considering what your work does for others [2:51] The impact of emotional resonance in art [8:39] Incorporating archetypes and storytelling into your work [14:27] Humanizing the experience of art-making [21:59] The power of your perspective [27:49] ================================ 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
32:0413/12/2023
Making a Painting: Part 2 - Nicholas Wilton - Ep 111
https://Art2Life.com - Now that our 54 by 60-inch canvas is no longer white, it’s time to take a second pass at it! Join me for Part 2 of the journey to create a birthday painting for my daughter. We’ll talk about freedom, working on commissioned pieces, the power of contrast and change, staying instinctual, and using all of your resources to create something truly unique. You don’t want to miss it! ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… I started…now what? [2:51] Embracing play, freedom, and contrast [8:04] Activating your work through change for greater creativity [17:29] ================================ 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
34:4706/12/2023
Making a Painting: Part 1 - Nicholas Wilton - Ep 110
https://Art2Life.com - After putting it off for a few years, I am finally starting the painting I promised my daughter and giving it to her for her 30th birthday. So I thought it would be fun to take you on the journey with me! Join me as we dive into a real-world example of how you start a painting and keep it your own when it’s meant for someone else. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… Starting a painting, acrylic techniques, and staying loose [2:48] Keeping your art from becoming a beautiful distraction before it’s finished [14:06] ================================ 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
21:5729/11/2023
The Necessity of Vulnerability - Nicholas Wilton - Ep 109
https://Art2Life.com - Where does vulnerability fit into your art practice? Is it something you embrace or avoid altogether? Embracing vulnerability is the key to creating authentic and powerful artwork. It’s also how we grow, not only as artists but as human beings too. Join me as I discuss the necessity of vulnerability, how it impacts our work, and how leaning into it can be a powerful catalyst for our life and art. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… A story of vulnerability [2:05] Our need for vulnerability as artists [10:38] Embracing vulnerability in art-making [18:54] ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED Daring Greatly (Book): https://www.amazon.com/Daring-Greatly-Courage-Vulnerable-Transforms/dp/1592408419 m ================================= 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
27:2222/11/2023
Three Big Workshop Takeaways - Nicholas Wilton - Ep 108
https://Art2Life.com - After wrapping up two phenomenal Art2Life Destination Workshops, it’s time to dive into my three big takeaways from these creative encounters. Specifically, we’re going to look at the three biggest challenges that came up for our participants. Join me as I share my thoughts around letting go and embracing differences, improving your proportions to improve your work, and breaking out of the need to be practical in your art practice. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… Learning to let go and embrace differences [2:54] The power of proportions [13:30] Breaking out of practicality [21:22] ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED Learn more about future Art2Life Destination Workshops: https://www.art2life.com/upcoming-workshops/ ================================= 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
33:5415/11/2023
The Art of Believing - Nicholas Wilton - Ep 107
https://Art2Life.com - Where are you going next? If you could believe in any outcome for your life and art, what would it be? I’m coming to you directly from Mallorca, Spain where another Art2Life Destination Workshop is underway. These questions are just a taste of the conversations we’re having in this workshop, but they are crucial for getting clarity around what is possible for your art practice. Join me as we look at how vision, authenticity, and energy shape our creative path and help unlock our potential. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… The challenge of belief [2:14] The anatomy of belief and the power of vision [7:09] Using authenticity to unleash your creativity [13:44] The vital connection between energy and art [20:29] Why belief changes everything [32:31] ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED Learn more about the Creative Visionary Program: https://www.art2life.com/about-cvp/ Learn more about future Art2Life Destination Workshops: https://www.art2life.com/upcoming-workshops/ ================================ 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
41:0708/11/2023
Diving Deeper Into You - Nicholas Wilton - Ep 106
https://Art2Life.com - Do you have hang-ups around sharing your artwork? Where can we find the confidence to put ourselves out there? These are exactly the kind of questions we’re digging into with our Art2Life workshop participants here in Morocco. And for this episode, I’m hanging poolside with a few of our fantastic artists to answer questions about sharing our work, promoting ourselves authentically, freeing our minds from limits, and embracing our individual artistic journeys. You don’t want to miss it! ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… Promoting your work and getting it out into the world [2:13] Sharing your work during the process [8:37] Reconciling the audience’s interpretation of your work with your own [11:24] Freeing your mind from design limits [14:54] Helping others embrace our creative journey [18:03] Authenticity, vulnerability, and strategies for posting viral content [22:22] Persevering through the fear of sharing your work [27:34] ================================ FEATURED ARTISTS Kate Rhodes - https://www.instagram.com/katerhodes.art/ Karin Holmström - https://www.instagram.com/karinholmstromart/ Patricia Hunter McGrath - http://patriciahuntermcgrath.squarespace.com/ Vickie Becker - https://www.instagram.com/fissface/?hl=en Mavis Brake - https://www.instagram.com/mavisbrakeart/ Natasha Davis-Skjøth - https://www.instagram.com/natashalisbethart Patty Marcus - https://www.instagram.com/pattymarcusart/ ================================= 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
32:5101/11/2023
There Is Nothing but Money in Art - Nicholas Wilton - Ep 105
https://Art2Life.com - The stigma of the starving artist has done no favors for our mindsets around money. The truth is, there is nothing but money in art! On this episode, I’m taking a deep dive into how we view finances in the context of our art practice and how reframing our perspectives around money and art can radically change our businesses and lives. ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… Growing up with a healthy view of art and money [3:24] Redefining the meaning of money and art [9:00] Understanding the shadowy side of money [14:09] Three mindset shifts for shaping healthy ideas about money [17:59] Practical advice for the financial side of your art business [28:55] ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED The Luxury of Soul – Meryanne Loum-Martin – Ep. 58: https://www.art2life.com/2022/11/30/the-luxury-of-soul-meryanne-loum-martin-ep-58/ ================================= 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
39:5325/10/2023
Sculpting Your Creative Brain - Dawson Church - Ep 104
https://Art2Life.com - Do you ever feel like you've hit a creativity wall? What if there was a way to optimize ourselves for more creative potential? I am absolutely thrilled to have my friend and an esteemed author, Dawson Church, Ph.D., joining us for this episode. Not only is he a prolific writer, but he's a dedicated scientist and a healing researcher. Dawson is also the visionary founder of the National Institute for Integrative Health Care, an organization dedicated to exploring and implementing evidence-based psychological and medical techniques. In this conversation, we delve into a wide range of topics, from eco-meditation to EFT tapping and the intriguing concept of spiritual intelligence, as well as his latest book, "Bliss Brain: The Neuroscience of Remodeling Your Brain for Resilience, Creativity, and Joy." Prepare to learn new ways of sculpting your creative brain as we embark on this enlightening journey! ================================ LISTEN IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN… Understanding neuroscience and the awakened mind pattern [1:57] The link between meditation, creativity, energy, and synchronicity [10:36] Eco meditation’s effect on brain function and well-being [22:41] The story behind Bliss Brain and navigating energy sensitivity [31:03] The impact of novelty on flow and creativity [40:35] The power of EFT tapping [46:48] ================================ RESOURCES MENTIONED Bliss Brain (Book): https://blissbrainbook.com/ Mind to Matter (Book): https://mindtomatter.com/ Dawson’s FREE GIFT: dawsongift.com Your Brain on Art – Ivy Ross and Susan Magsamen – Ep 74: https://www.art2life.com/2023/03/22/your-brain-on-art-ivy-ross-and-susan-magsamen-ep-74/ ================================= CONNECT WITH DAWSON CHURCH Website: https://dawsonchurch.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawson.church.3/?hl=en Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@EftuniverseEFT ============================= 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
54:4718/10/2023