Drawing From Experience

In this week's episode, Martin Darkside returns to the podcast to discuss his upcoming solo show, "The Night Library," at Skull & Snake Tattoo and Gallery in North Berwick, Maine. We also chat about evolution as an artist, the starving artist trope and much more.The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.Show Notes:Martin Darkside’s FacebookMartin Darkside’s InstagramMartin Darkside’s PatreonMartin Darkside’s Website“The Night Library” @ Skull & Snake Tattoo & GalleryStrange Dreams Artist Collective

In this week’s episode, we speak with Jenny Allnutt, an internationally recognized and exhibited oil painter based in Australia, whose captivating and surrealistic portraits ambiguously explore the unconscious mind, transformation, and identity. Growth, hardship, and adversity can always be felt in an artist’s work. In this episode, Jenny courageously opens up about the experiences that have shaped her both personally and as an artist.The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.Show Notes:National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-7233Violence Against Women WHOPlanned ParenthoodJenny Allnutt’s WebsiteJenny Allnutt’s InstagramJenny Allnutt’s FacebookBeinart GalleryAlex GarantJacqueline ButterworthBeautiful Bizarre MagazineMichael HussarChet ZarRobin EleyAsh DarqModern Eden GalleryQuirky FoxCorey Helford GalleryKate GagliardiBored Panda StoryQ-Bank Gallery

This week's episode is with Kyra Wilson, amazing painter and art business expert! We chat about the business of art, ageism and sexism in the art world, The Strange Dreams Art Collective, and a lot of discussion about negotiating what you want with galleries!The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.Show Notes: Kyra Wilson’s WebsiteKyra Wilson’s Facebook PageKyra Wilson’s InstagramKyra Wilson’s TikTokStrange Dreams Art CollectiveMartin WoodheadTerri WoodwardLaurie McClaveAdam SargentCori DerfusMonika Ptok-Byard

This week’s episode is part 2 of the ongoing discussion about self-confidence and how to build it over time. We get into our own fears and reasons why, under certain circumstances, our confidence wavers. We tackle themes like fear, humiliation, and shame, while giving you some useful insight into how to push through those obstacles to emerge as a more confident artist. The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.Show Notes: DFE Episode 65: Gaining Self-Confidence

This week, we interview Nychos, a renowned illustrator, urban artist and graffiti artist from Austria, known for his intricate and mind bending anatomical illustrations and murals. With previous solo exhibitions in New York, Switzerland, Australia, and San Francisco, we discuss Nychos’ next solo show, “The Awakening,” which opens 2/22/22 at Mirus Gallery in Los Angeles.In this episode, we catch up with Nychos about his progress so far with the upcoming show, and learn about some of the incredible experiences in recent years that have played a crucial role in what has led him to design this labyrinthian, one of a kind exhibition.The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.Show Notes: “The Awakening” at Mirus GalleryNychos’ WebsiteNychos’ InstagramNychos’ Youtube ChannelNychos’ FacebookRabbit Eye Movement’s WebsiteRabbit Eye Movement’s InstagramRabbit Eye Movement’s Youtube ChannelMirus Gallery’s WebsiteMirus Gallery’s InstagramChristian FischerLords Crew InstagramThe Deepest Depths of the Burrows Documentary

This week’s interview is with Lo Chan Peng, award winning Taiwanese artist specializing in hyper realistic oil painting. With worldwide recognition and achievement acquired at a young age, Lo opens up about what drives his evocative and awe inspiring portraits, including topics such as loneliness, death, fate, and history. We had the privilege of getting to know Lo on a deeper level with the help of Jeffrey Wang, who was present with us to translate this interview as needed.Note: This episode is presented in English and Chinese. The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.Show Notes: Lo Chan Peng’s WebsiteLo Chan Peng’s YouTube ChannelLo Chan Peng’s InstagramL.A. Art ShowArcadia ContemporaryPainting Course by Lo Chan Peng

Shane & Stefania get a chance to chat with Mallory Hart, a dark artist based out of Denver, Colorado. Mallory is heavily immersed in the convention scene, and gives some great tips on setup, merchandise and what she has coming up this year.The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.Show Notes: Mallory Hart’s WebsiteMallory Hart’s InstagramMallory Hart’s PatreonMallory Hart’s Facebook The Oddities & Curiosities ExpoMeow WolfSalt Lake Fan XDenver Center For Performing ArtsRocky Mountain College of Art & DesignCatPrintSkull & Snake TattooHiram Blake CampValkarie GalleryWow x WowMonsterpaloozaDesignerCon

In this episode, we introduce our new co-host Stefania Medeiros, an artist who has experience in the film & television world as a special FX, hair and makeup artist, an instructor at the Rhode Island School of Design, and owner of the brick and mortar retail space Asteria. We chat about her synesthesia, her education in cosmetology, jewelry making, special effects and sculpting, and how she got to here.The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.Show Notes: Stefania Medeiros’ InstagramStefania Medeiros’ YoutubeStefania Medeiros’ PatreonAsteria16 Personalities TestRhode Island School of DesignFrends Beauty SupplyMonsterpaloozaChet ZarAcademy of VillainsToni & Guy Hairdressing AcademyMake-up DesignoryTinsley Transfers

This episode is a chat with Lena Conley, Gallery Manager and curator at Palette SF Gallery. Lena & Shane talk about the history of the gallery, what they have to offer that's different than other galleries, and their co-curation for "The Evil Among Us" dark art exhibition. The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.Sponsors:Dianne Hoffman’s WebsiteDianne Hoffman’s InstagramDianne Hoffman’s FacebookShow notes:Palette SF Gallery WebsitePalette SF Gallery Instagram“The Evil Among Us” OnlineIrene Hernandez-FeiksJun YangMax EhrmanBlackwing ClayRocket Glass WorksKayleen DeJesusLin Fei FeiJessi HardestyDianne HoffmanStephanie InagakiAdam McCarthyAnaly NakatSpineStealerChet ZarKira Conley

This week's episode is with Chris Bolton of Savage Zombie art. Chris is an artist and illustrator living in Australia, whose work has graced the covers of comic books worldwide. Shane and Chris get into a conversation about design and dark art.The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.Sponsors:Dianne Hoffman’s WebsiteDianne Hoffman’s InstagramDianne Hoffman’s FacebookShow notes:Chris Bolton’s InstagramDark Art Society interview with Chris #123

Get to know artist Destiney Hett in this episode, where Shane and Destiney chat about scary movies, her science background, true crime, religion and paranormal investigations.The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.Sponsors:Dianne Hoffman’s WebsiteDianne Hoffman’s InstagramDianne Hoffman’s FacebookShow notes:Destiney Hett’s InstagramDestiney Hett’s RedbubbleDestiney Hett’s TikTokDestiney Hett’s PatreonDark Art SocietyDusk Dark Art CollectiveMy Favorite Murder PodcastS*Town Podcast

This episode tackles the ever-popular topic of Impostor Syndrome, and Rick Kitagawa's unique approach to dealing with it. Rick is an artist, an author and a leadership coach for creatives, as well as larger corporations. He has a business for leaders and creatives called "Kaiju Coaching," which launches a new course called "Wrangling Your Impostor Monster" in September. Listen in to find out how you can enroll and get an exclusive DFE discount.The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.Sponsors:Dianne Hoffman’s WebsiteDianne Hoffman’s InstagramDianne Hoffman’s FacebookKaiju Coaching"Wrangling Your Impostor Monster"Show notes:Rick Kitagawa’s WebsiteRick Kitagawa’s InstagramRick Kitagawa’s TwitterRick Kitagawa’s BlogRick Kitagawa’s PatreonTender Morsels by Rick KitagawaBinary Winter PressThe Inner Monster PodcastThe Alt MBAAmy CuddyChet ZarSeth Godin

Join us for the second part of our interview with David Van Gough, master Necro-Surrealist painter. This episode chronicles David Van Gough's journey into creating "Infernal: The Denouement," the third and final series to complete an overarching story that has spanned over the better part of a decade. The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.Sponsors:Dianne Hoffman’s WebsiteDianne Hoffman’s InstagramDianne Hoffman’s FacebookShow Notes:David Van Gough’s WebsiteDavid Van Gough’s InstagramDavid Van Gough’s Patreon“Infernal: The Denouement” at The Dark Art EmporiumPurgatoriumParadiso’s FallChristopher UlrichAlexandra ManukyanLinnea StridBeksinskiBelgica Paola Rodriguez’s YouTube Channel

This episode chronicles David Van Gough's journey into creating "Infernal: The Denouement," the third and final series to complete an overarching story that has spanned over the better part of a decade. Part one of a two part interview covers some very personal and insightful reflections on working in a series, reference points and the philosophy of art making.The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.Sponsors:Dianne Hoffman’s WebsiteDianne Hoffman’s InstagramDianne Hoffman’s FacebookShow Notes:David Van Gough’s WebsiteDavid Van Gough’s InstagramDavid Van Gough’s Patreon“Infernal: The Denouement” at The Dark Art EmporiumPurgatoriumParadiso’s FallChristopher UlrichAlexandra ManukyanLinnea StridBeksinskiPaul Lewin ArtMorphing Maia Designs

This episode is a fantastic interview with the amazing realist/surrealist oil painter J.L. King. Shane gets a chance to hear about why she chooses what she chooses in her art, and to talk about her upcoming featured art show at Luna Rienne Gallery in SF.The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.Sponsors:Dianne Hoffman’s WebsiteDianne Hoffman’s InstagramDianne Hoffman’s FacebookShow Notes:J.L. King’s WebsiteJ.L. King’s InstagramJ.L. King’s FacebookArc StudiosArtSpanIngrid V. WellsEric JohnstonStone & Sparrow NYCPalette GalleryBerkeley Black Repertory Theater

This episode is with Haley Lynn of Five and Diamond, a fashion brand based in San Francisco, showcasing unique, dark and alternative fashion. This episode outlines the details of the HEADGEAR IX :: the Art Show, where Shane will be unveiling three brand new, exclusive paintings from a collaboration with the brand. The Headgear IX show is opening in person and online June 18th from 5-8 p.m. The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.Sponsors:Dianne Hoffman’s WebsiteDianne Hoffman’s InstagramDianne Hoffman’s FacebookShow Notes:Five and DiamondHeadgear IXModern Eden Portrait Show IXDark Art EmporiumLizzie Rose PhotographyMiss MonsterPhoenix HaJan HilmerCyberesqueMariella Pilato

This episode wraps up the 2021 Pro Team Takeover Series with Trekell, with an interview with the President of the company, Courtney Bridges! Shane and Courtney have a deep conversation about the history of the company and the value of going direct to the source of creativity. They also talk about the future of Trekell and how they've been sustaining during Covid-19. Courtney also gives valuable advice if you have aspirations of becoming a Trekell Pro Team Artist.The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.Sponsors:Trekell Professional Art SuppliesDianne Hoffman’s WebsiteDianne Hoffman’s InstagramDianne Hoffman’s FacebookShow Notes:Trekell Pro Team Artists DesignerConEpisode 106: The Beauty of Imperfection with Kai Lun QuGreg Craola SimkinsMat HurtadoChet ZarGamblinThinkSpaceThe Bear Hunt of San Francisco in Quarantine

The return of Chet Zar! This time, to discuss his painting techniques, ghost stories, cosmic synchronocities and much more! It turns out that lexical–gustatory synesthesia is Chet’s superpower, and we get into what Chet has on the horizon. This episode is part of Trekell's 2021 Pro Team Takeover Series!The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.Sponsors:Trekell Professional Art SuppliesDianne Hoffman’s WebsiteDianne Hoffman’s InstagramDianne Hoffman’s FacebookShow Notes:Trekell Pro Team Artists Chet Zar’s Store of DoomChet Zar’s WebsiteChet Zar’s InstagramChet Zar’s PatreonThe Dark Art Society PatreonDFE 100th Episode w/ Chet ZarHarmonic ConvergenceJim BeinkeChet Zar: I Like to Paint MonstersGabe LeonardGeneva Fine Art Brush DipMichael HussarShawn BarberChris Mars

Jackee Sandelands-Strom has become known for her hyperrealistic acrylic paintings of hands, but not just any hands. Hands that tell a story of experience, hard work and enriched lives. Together with her husband, Tom Strom, they co-own The Keep in Scotland, a tattoo shop and artist collective. This episode explores her philosophies on why hands are the main focus of her work, the tattoo industry, societal binaries and gender stereotypes in the art world and more. This episode is part of Trekell's 2021 Pro Team Takeover Series!The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.Sponsors:Trekell Professional Art SuppliesDianne Hoffman’s WebsiteDianne Hoffman’s InstagramDianne Hoffman’s FacebookShow Notes:Trekell Pro Team Artists Jackee Sandeland-Strom’s WebsiteJackee Sandeland-Strom’s InstagramArdbeg UigeadailInteract Center For the Performing and Visual ArtsTom Strom’s WebsiteTom Strom’s InstagramThe KeepLondon Tattoo ConventionBeinart GalleryAntler GalleryTravis Louie’s New Work at Haven Gallery

Alyssa Mees is an artist working primarily in acrylic, but she also used oil, ink and digital for her highly stylized feminine portraits. She usually touches upon nature or animals, as well, and balances a full time graphic design job with her art career. This episode dives into how she gives herself some grace and her advice on finding that in your life, and realizing that negative self talk could be detrimental to your creativity. This episode is part of Trekell's 2021 Pro Team Takeover Series!The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.Sponsors:Trekell Professional Art SuppliesDianne Hoffman’s WebsiteDianne Hoffman’s InstagramDianne Hoffman’s FacebookShow Notes:Trekell Pro Team Artists Alyssa Mees’ InstagramAlyssa Mees’ YoutubeAlyssa Mees’ WebsiteDaniel MeesSas ChristianLori EarleyAmy SolAudrey KawasakiSam FloresMab GravesVision X LiveGallery NucleusKelsey BeckettFurry Little PeachThinkSpaceGiant RobotBeautiful Bizarre’s Lucid Dreaming @ Copro Gallery