Honest Art Podcast with Jodie King

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

Episode 122: 8 Must-Haves for Artist Websites

Think you need a perfect website to sell your art? Total BS. Here’s what actually matters (and what to skip). I’ve worked with countless artists who sold plenty before ever hitting “publish” on a site. But if you do have a website, you'd better make sure it’s not silently sabotaging your sales. In this episode of the Honest Art® Podcast, I’m breaking down exactly what artist websites need to connect with collectors (and the fluff you can ditch right now).  Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_. Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art®? Email me at amy@jodieking.com! Resources mentioned: Save On Your First Year of Artwork Archive: https://www.artworkarchive.com/jk Join the Honest Art® Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has Learn More about In-Person Workshops with Jodie: https://jodieking.com/workshop  Check out Jodie’s website here: www.jodieking.com  Join Jodie’s Email List here: https://www.jodiekingart.com/jointhelist  Squarespace: https://www.squarespace.com/  Learn How to Hang & Wire a Painting: https://www.jodiekingart.com/how-to-hang-a-painting  Mailchimp: https://mailchimp.com/  Episode 67: Fight Me! Yes, An Artist Needs An Email List With Yasmine Kashefi: https://jodieking.com/episode-67-fight-me-yes-an-artist-needs-an-email-list-with-yasmine-kashefi/  ChatGPT: https://chatgpt.com/  VSCO photo editing platform: https://www.vsco.co/  Matte Varnish: https://amzn.to/3JHIsbH  Let’s be Instagram friends!: https://www.instagram.com/jodie_king_/   Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art® Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMquJfuMsSg0fr46BRdia1cWd-81GThzF For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast  

09-09
33:58

Episode 121: Why Artists Must Connect to Their Art, Not Just the Process

If all you can say about your art is how you made it, you’re missing the point. Process isn’t connection. And connection is everything.  Too many artists default to the “recipe list” when asked about their work. “I used bright colors, layered some texture, tried a new medium …” That’s safe. That’s surface-level. That’s BORING.  In today’s episode, I’m calling out the truth: “good enough” art is dead art. Social media pressures, perfectionism, and fear of vulnerability can sneak in and steal the soul from our work. And when that happens, collectors don’t connect, communities don’t resonate, and even we as artists stop feeling excited about our creations.  The good news? You can bring the magic back and connect to your art again.  Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_. Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art®? Email me at amy@jodieking.com! Resources mentioned: Honest Art Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has Studio Elite: https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite (Song) Max McNown - A Lot More Free: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z2BQK2hO5HI  Guided Meditation for Creative Clarity: https://www.jodiekingart.com/guided-meditation Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art® Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMquJfuMsSg0fr46BRdia1cWd-81GThzF  For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast  

09-02
23:41

Episode 120: The Healing Power of Art Workshops with Returning Guest, Becky Joan Springer

What happens when an artist transforms her deepest moments into a thriving community of artists? In this deeply moving episode, returning guest Becky Joan Springer reveals how she turned personal struggles into a powerful artistic practice that now fills international retreats and creates healing spaces for others.  Her journey from teaching local workshops to hosting sold-out retreats across the world proves that authenticity, and owning your voice, are really all you need to thrive as an artist. Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_. Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com! Resources mentioned: Learn more about Paint It Forward: The Art of Teaching here: https://www.jodiekingart.com/paintitforward  Keep up with Becky on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beckyjoanspringer/ See more of Becky’s art: https://www.beckyjoanspringer.com/  Learn more about Becky’s workshop in Greece: https://www.beckyjoanspringer.com/upcomingevents/greeceretreat  Brandi Carlile: https://www.brandicarlile.com/  XOBC Cellars: https://www.xobccellars.com/  Episode 15: The Power of Art & Community With Becky Joan Springer: https://jodieking.com/episode-15-the-power-of-art-community-with-becky-joan-springer/  Learn more about Studio Elite: https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite Learn more about the Honest Art Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has  Join me at my Austin workshop in October: https://jodieking.com/honest-art-workshop-austin-october-2025  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA  For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast    

07-29
41:27

Episode 119: Legal And Financial Topics Every Artist Should Know

Don’t be caught by surprise. This episode of the Honest Art Podcast will equip you with the must-know topics to protect your art, manage your money, and build a thriving art career. It’s time to become the legally and financially savvy artist I know you can be. Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_. Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com Resources mentioned: Learn more about Paint It Forward: The Art of Teaching Workshop: https://www.jodiekingart.com/paintitforward  Learn more about Studio Elite: https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite Learn more about the Honest Art Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has  Join me at my Austin workshop in October: https://jodieking.com/honest-art-workshop-austin-october-2025  Learn more about Capital One credit cards: https://www.capitalone.com/credit-cards/  Learn more about American Express credit cards: https://www.americanexpress.com/us/credit-cards/  Learn more about Chase Sapphire credit cards: https://creditcards.chase.com/rewards-credit-cards/sapphire  Stripe (payment system): https://stripe.com/  PayPal (payment system): https://www.paypal.com/  Square (payment system): https://squareup.com/us/en  Venmo business (payment system): https://venmo.com/business/start  Grab the Art Biz Mini Course: An Artist’s Guide to Instagram: https://www.jodiekingart.com/offers/9xFEJ2E3/checkout  Join Jodie’s email list here:https://www.jodiekingart.com/jointhelist  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA  For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast    

07-22
23:42

Episode 118: From Brain Injury to Artistic Breakthrough: Cheri Carandanis' Story

After two traumatic brain injuries, everything changed for Cheri Carandanis. She was forced to give up a distinguished 25-year career as a critical care flight nurse in the U.S. military, where her identity was deeply intertwined with her profession.  Cheri faced unimaginable challenges, but when prescribed creativity to heal damaged brain pathways, her rehabilitation became a lifeline. Art became her new calling, and it led to a profound path to self-discovery and healing.  When I heard Cheri’s story inside Studio Elite, I knew I had to share it with the world. And trust me, my conversation with her is not one you want to miss! Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_. Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com! Resources mentioned: Learn more about Cheri’s art: https://www.carandanisfineart.com/ Stay in touch with Cheri on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carandanisfineart/  Stay in touch with Cheri on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carandanisfineart  Learn more about Studio Elite: https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite Learn more about the Honest Art Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has  Join me at my Santa Fe workshop in July: https://www.santafeartistgetaway.com/service-page/honest-art-2?referral=service_list_widget  Join me at my Austin workshop in October: https://jodieking.com/honest-art-workshop-austin-october-2025   Worthy: How to Believe You Are Enough and Transform Your Life by Jamie Kern Lima: https://amzn.to/44PplTL  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA  For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast    

07-15
54:37

Episode 117: 6 Things I Stopped Doing That Grew My Art Career

I’m going to let you in on a secret…my art career took off not by adding more tasks, but by intentionally letting go of a few bad habits. 6 to be precise. It was a surprising shift from the typical "do more" mindset, and once I committed to stopping these patterns, I finally saw real momentum. Listen to this episode to get the behind-the-curtain look at how simple shifts changed everything…and how they can change your art career, too. Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_. Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com! Resources mentioned: Learn more about Studio Elite: https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite Learn more about the Honest Art Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has  EDGE canvases 2.5in thick: https://www.jerrysartarama.com/the-edge-all-media-cotton-canvas-2-1-2-inch-boxes-of-three  Rolled Canvas: https://www.jerrysartarama.com/paramount-universal-primed-cotton-canvas-roll-84inx6yd-11oz-75363?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22276619958&gbraid=0AAAAAD_sa4aN1Hg6rqdRweSRZmLb8SKIX&gclid=CjwKCAjw4K3DBhBqEiwAYtG_9PasIhoWndt9W2I-vBTorcQVJymFPiUxCP1jED95T70mOEpsAOQk6hoCL_IQAvD_BwE  Art Biz Mini Course: Email Marketing: https://www.jodiekingart.com/offers/9U3kVbz5/checkout  Episode 67: Fight Me! Yes, An Artist Needs An Email List With Yasmine Kashefi: https://jodieking.com/episode-67-fight-me-yes-an-artist-needs-an-email-list-with-yasmine-kashefi/  Join Jodie’s email list here:https://www.jodiekingart.com/jointhelist  Grab the Art Biz Mini Course: An Artist’s Guide to Instagram: https://www.jodiekingart.com/offers/9xFEJ2E3/checkout  Join me at my Santa Fe workshop in July: https://www.santafeartistgetaway.com/service-page/honest-art-2?referral=service_list_widget  Join me at my Austin workshop in October: https://jodieking.com/honest-art-workshop-austin-october-2025   Grab the Art Biz Mini Course: An Artist’s Guide to Instagram: https://www.jodiekingart.com/offers/9xFEJ2E3/checkout  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA  For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast  

07-08
27:35

Episode 116: You Can't Fake It: The Power of Artist Identity In a Crowded Art World

Are you censoring your art to please others, or shrinking your voice because you think you're “not enough”? In this episode of the Honest Art Podcast, I’m calling B.S. and challenging artists to stop watering down their authentic identity — those messy, “too much” parts. Why? Because that raw, unedited truth is a magnet for collectors, the fuel for unshakeable confidence, and the defiant middle finger to the "starving artist" myth. Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_. Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com! Resources mentioned: Learn more about Studio Elite: https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite Learn more about the Honest Art Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has  Join me at my Santa Fe workshop this month: https://www.santafeartistgetaway.com/service-page/honest-art-2?referral=service_list_widget  Join me at my Austin workshop in October: https://jodieking.com/honest-art-workshop-austin-october-2025   Episode 108: An Inside Look At Art Consulting With Amy Sawtelle: https://jodieking.com/episode-108-an-inside-look-at-art-consulting-with-amy-sawtelle/  Episode 110: Benny Bing Talks Artistic Process, Representation, and Finding His Voice in the Art World: https://jodieking.com/episode-110-benny-bing-talks-artistic-process-representation-and-finding-his-voice-in-the-art-world/  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  Join Jodie’s email list here: https://www.jodiekingart.com/jointhelist  How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA  For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast  

07-01
35:12

Episode 115: Never Too Late: Brenda Sulmonetti’s Journey to Becoming an Artist at Any Age

It’s time to ditch the “it’s too late” mindset. My guest on this episode of the Honest Art Podcast, former Studio Elite member Brenda Sulmonetti, proves that you can become an artist at any age.  Tune in to hear her story about going from hobbyist to pro (with gallery representation!) in just a few years. She reveals exactly how she made it happen — the mindset shifts, the communities that changed everything, and the one program that became her "absolute game changer." Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_. Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com! Resources mentioned: Check out Brenda’s website and join her email list here: SulmonettiStudio.com  Stay in touch with Brenda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sulmonettistudio/?hl=en  Learn more about Brenda’s art and upcoming exhibitions: https://linktr.ee/sulmonettistudio  Join Brenda’s email list: https://sulmonettistudio.com/  Cashiers’ Designer Showhouse: https://www.cashiershistory.org/cashiersdesignershowhouse  DK Contemporary Gallery Marietta, GA: https://dkgallery.us/  Learn more about Studio Elite: https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite   Learn more about the Honest Art Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has  Want to paint together? Check out upcoming workshops here: https://jodieking.com/workshop  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA  For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast 

06-24
36:22

Episode 114: What Art Galleries Are Really Looking For in Emerging Artists

What makes a gallery want to go all in when it comes to representing your art? Listen to this episode to learn the not-so-secrets every emerging artist needs to know. We’ll talk about how to stop positioning yourself as a hobbyist and start showing up professionally, how to improve visibility, and how to maintain your unique, artistic voice in the process! Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_. Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com! Resources mentioned: Get started with Artwork Archive and use my link to get 20% off your first year: https://www.artworkarchive.com/jk    Episode 91: Gallery Standards for Wiring & Hanging Your Art: https://jodieking.com/episode-91-gallery-standards-for-wiring-hanging-your-art/  Check out my free guide on how to hang and wire a painting: https://www.jodiekingart.com/how-to-hang-a-painting  Grab the Art Biz Mini Course: An Artist's Guide to Instagram: https://www.jodiekingart.com/offers/9xFEJ2E3/checkout  Check out Jodie’s paintings at Anne Neilson Fine Art Gallery: https://anneneilsonfineart.com/artist/jodie-king  Episode 29: Art Critiques: It’s More Than Just Being Told You Suck: https://jodieking.com/episode-29-art-critiques-its-more-than-just-being-told-you-suck/  Episode 14: How to Price Your Art (So It Sells): https://jodieking.com/episode-14-how-to-price-your-art-so-it-sells/  Episode 108: An Inside Look at Art Consulting with Amy Sawtelle: https://jodieking.com/episode-108-an-inside-look-at-art-consulting-with-amy-sawtelle/  Learn more about the Honest Art Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has  Join my email list here:https://www.jodiekingart.com/jointhelist  Interested in my mentorship program, Studio Elite? Apply here!: https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA  For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast  

06-17
29:09

Episode 113: From Hobby to Career: How Artists Go Pro

Waiting for the moment when you can turn your art hobby into an art career? This episode of the Honest Art Podcast is all about how to know when it’s time, and what to do once you make that leap. You’ll find that becoming a pro is less about waiting for a permission slip and more about showing up consistently, embracing discomfort, standing in your values, and ultimately…acting like a pro before you even feel like one! Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_ Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com! Resources mentioned: Episode 110: Benny Bing Talks Artistic Process, Representation, and Finding His Voice in the Art World: https://jodieking.com/episode-110-benny-bing-talks-artistic-process-representation-and-finding-his-voice-in-the-art-world/  Episode 06: How to Use Social Media to Sell Your Art: https://jodieking.com/episode-06-how-to-use-social-media-to-sell-your-art/  Episode 67: Fight Me! Yes, An Artist Needs An Email List With Yasmine Kashefi: https://jodieking.com/episode-67-fight-me-yes-an-artist-needs-an-email-list-with-yasmine-kashefi/  Fiverr: https://www.fiverr.com/  Chatgpt: https://chatgpt.com/  Learn more about the Honest Art Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has  Join me at my Santa Fe workshop in July: https://www.santafeartistgetaway.com/service-page/honest-art-2?referral=service_list_widget  Join me at my Austin workshop in October: https://jodieking.com/honest-art-workshop-austin-october-2025  Interested in my mentorship program, Studio Elite? Apply here!: https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Join my email list here: https://www.jodiekingart.com/jointhelist  Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA  For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast  

06-10
23:49

Episode 112: The Art of Transformation: Stacy Solodkin's Inspiring Creative Journey

I'm so excited to introduce you to Stacy Solodkin, an abstract artist who embodies authenticity and the power of saying "YES!" to what you love.  Tune in as she shares her inspiring journey of letting go, trusting impulse, and putting her incredible work out into the world. You'll be inspired to prioritize your creative needs, get clear about what you want, and be inspired to take the next step, even if it means starting small. You’re in for a treat with this episode! Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_. Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com! Resources mentioned: Connect with Stacy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stacysolodkin/?hl=en  Learn more about Stacy’s art: https://www.stacysolodkin.com/  Learn more about the Honest Art Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has  Join me at my Santa Fe workshop in July: https://www.santafeartistgetaway.com/service-page/honest-art-2?referral=service_list_widget  Join me at my Austin workshop in October: https://jodieking.com/honest-art-workshop-austin-october-2025  Episode 108: An Inside Look At Art Consulting with Amy Sawtelle: https://jodieking.com/episode-108-an-inside-look-at-art-consulting-with-amy-sawtelle/  Join my email list here: https://www.jodiekingart.com/jointhelist  Interested in my mentorship program, Studio Elite? Apply here!: https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA  For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast  

06-03
48:56

Episode 111: The Hidden Studio Habits That Sabotage Your Creativity (And What to Do Instead)

Is your creativity losing the battle against life's demands? In this episode, I talk about the uncomfortable truth about why consistency, not talent or inspiration, is the real secret to showing up. I'll break down practical time-blocking strategies that protect your creative sessions, techniques that build resilience, and studio habits that generate consistent flow.  If you want to maintain your creative practice, consistency is the way to do it.  Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_ Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com Resources mentioned: Learn more about the Honest Art Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has  Join my email list here:https://www.jodiekingart.com/jointhelist  Episode 110: Benny Bing Talks Artistic Process, Representation, and Finding His Voice in the Art World: https://jodieking.com/episode-110-benny-bing-talks-artistic-process-representation-and-finding-his-voice-in-the-art-world/  Check out my Mini-Course: An Artist’s Guide to Instagram: https://www.jodiekingart.com/offers/9xFEJ2E3/checkout  Worthy: How to Believe You Are Enough and Transform Your Life by Jamie Kern Lima: https://amzn.to/438JrsB  Interested in my mentorship program, Studio Elite? Apply here!: https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite  Painter’s drop cloth: https://amzn.to/43rAkC2  Palo Santo: https://amzn.to/3SOz0UU  Listen to my guided meditation here: https://www.jodiekingart.com/guided-meditation  Screws and anchors: https://amzn.to/3H12mgt   Painter’s easel: https://amzn.to/4kxWEkE  4mil roll of plastic to mix paint on: https://amzn.to/4kuo8aG  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA  For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast    

05-27
40:05

Episode 110: Benny Bing Talks Artistic Process, Representation, and Finding His Voice in the Art World

This guest interview is everything I’ve been waiting to share since 2020. I’ve been a fan of this artist’s work since first glance, and today, I finally get to welcome him to the show. In this episode, the highly talented, highly sought-after Benny Bing — whose work has been collected by celebrities like Alicia Keys, Dave Chappelle, and The Weeknd  — and I dive into what raw, authentic creativity looks like. We’ll talk about: Benny's art serving as a profound exploration of black identity, gender, and human complexity The importance of finding your unique artistic voice through consistent practice and personal reflection Why passion and professional success can absolutely go hand in hand Don't miss the episode that will inspire, challenge, and reignite your creative spirit.  Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_ Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com Resources mentioned: Stay in touch with Benny on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bennybing/?hl=en  See more of Benny’s work: https://www.bennybing.com/ Learn more about the Honest Art Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has  Interested in my mentorship program, Studio Elite? Apply here!: https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know! Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA  For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast  

05-20
56:13

Episode 109: How to Turn Your Why Into Revenue

"Why do you create art?" is a question that stumps many artists, but it’s one everyone should know the answer to. Why? Because your WHY is your most powerful business tool, and getting clear on it may be the thing you need to sell more art in 2025. But here’s the thing — it’s already something you have inside you. It just needs to be uncovered. In this episode, I’ll show you how to do it, and you’ll walk away with practical exercises you can use to get introspective, regardless of where you find yourself in your art career.  Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_ Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com Resources mentioned: Learn more about the Honest Art Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has Episode 107: Art Buying Trends in 2025: https://jodieking.com/episode-107-art-buying-trends-in-2025/  Episode 105: How to Craft An Artist Statement That Drives Sales: https://jodieking.com/episode-105-how-to-craft-an-artist-statement-that-drives-sales/  Let’s paint together at one of my workshops!: https://jodieking.com/workshop  Interested in my mentorship program, Studio Elite? Apply here!: https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite The Honest Art Mixed Media Journal: https://shop.jodieking.com/products/the-honest-art-mixed-media-journal?_pos=1&_sid=31d1beb07&_ss=r  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA  For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast  

05-13
26:58

Episode 108: An Inside Look At Art Consulting With Amy Sawtelle

Join me as I welcome art consultant Amy Sawtelle to the show for an insider's look at the world of art consulting. Amy and I talk about how consultants like her bridge the gap between creativity, passion, and building a thriving art career.  We’ll dig into topics like how artists can find the right consultant, what services they provide, and why maintaining your authentic artistic voice remains your strongest selling point.  If you're ready to move beyond the studio and start selling your art, this one’s for you! Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_ Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com Resources mentioned: Learn more about the Honest Art Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has  Episode 06: How to Use Social Media to Sell Your Art: https://jodieking.com/episode-06-how-to-use-social-media-to-sell-your-art/  Episode 107: Art Buying Trends in 2025: https://jodieking.com/episode-107-art-buying-trends-in-2025/  Stay in touch with Amy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amysawtelledesign/  Learn more about Amy’s consulting business: https://www.amysawtelle.com/  Visit the Sawtelle Studio: https://www.amysawtelle.com/sawtellestudio  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA  For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast    

05-06
40:46

Episode 107: Art Buying Trends in 2025

The art market is shifting — do you know what it means for your work? In this episode, I’m digging into some surprising shifts reshaping how art is bought and sold today. I’ll cover which demographics are driving sales, why some artists flourish online while traditional venues struggle, and the growing appetite for authentic storytelling. If you’re ready to put yourself out there and start selling your art in 2025, this episode is a must-listen! Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_ Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com Resources mentioned: Learn more about the Honest Art Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has Data Dive: Fine-Art Sales at Auction Are Down Nearly 30 Percent in the First Half of 2024: https://news.artnet.com/market/data-dive-fine-art-sales-down-2532712  Christie’s Fine Art Auction House: https://www.christies.com/  Saatchi Online Gallery: https://www.saatchiart.com/  Learn more about Studio Elite: https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite  Art Biz Mini Course: An Artist's Guide to Instagram: https://www.jodiekingart.com/offers/9xFEJ2E3/checkout  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA  For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast    

04-29
24:28

Episode 106: Ask Me Anything: Your Burning Questions, Answered (Part 5)

Ready for some honest talk about the artist’s journey? In this episode, I’m back to answer more of your questions! From the sting of art show rejections and how to know when to keep pushing, to the logistics like how to price and ship your work, I’m here for you. No matter where you’re at in your art career, be sure to tune in — this episode will have valuable information for you!  Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_ Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email us at amy@jodieking.com Resources mentioned:  Ask Me Anything, Part I: https://jodieking.com/episode-19-ask-me-anything-your-questions-answered/ Ask Me Anything, Part II: https://jodieking.com/episode-33-ask-me-anything-your-burning-art-biz-questions-answered-part-2/   Ask Me Anything, Part III:  https://jodieking.com/episode-66-ask-me-anything-your-burning-questions-answered-part-3/  Ask Me Anything, Part IV: https://jodieking.com/episode-88-ask-me-anything-your-burning-questions-answered-part-4/  Attend one of Jodie’s Honest Art® painting workshops: https://jodieking.com/workshop  Learn more about the Honest Art® Society membership: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has  Learn more about the Color Course for Rebels: https://www.jodiekingart.com/ccfr   Learn more about my Studio Elite mentorship program: https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite  ChatGPT: https://chatgpt.com/  Glassine used to roll your canvas with before shipping: https://amzn.to/3Rliw63  An Artist’s Guide To Instagram Mini Course: https://www.jodiekingart.com/offers/9xFEJ2E3/checkout  Episode 06: How to Use Social Media to Sell Your Art: https://jodieking.com/episode-06-how-to-use-social-media-to-sell-your-art/  Episode 14: How to Price Your Art (So It Sells!): https://jodieking.com/episode-14-how-to-price-your-art-so-it-sells/  Episode 29: Art Critiques: It’s More Than Just Being Told You Suck: https://jodieking.com/episode-29-art-critiques-its-more-than-just-being-told-you-suck/  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA  For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast  

04-22
26:36

Episode 105: How to Craft an Artist Statement That Drives Sales

Let's face it, the words "artist statement" or "bio" are words we artists love to ignore. Working on crafting a statement feels like administrative purgatory, and we’ll avoid it at any cost. But this small piece of writing is one of the most powerful tools you can use to get your art in front of the right people.  In this episode, I'm breaking down how to craft yours and I’ll show you how to do it in a way that truly reflects your unique artistic voice and vision. Writing about your art is about to become so much easier! Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_ Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com! Resources mentioned: Learn more about the Honest Art Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has  Episode 34: How to Get Your Art Into a Gallery: https://jodieking.com/episode-34-how-to-get-your-art-into-a-gallery/  Episode 70: How Artists Can Get Noticed In The Media with PR Expert Nina Sadauskas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lALXvdmhxS0&list=PLMquJfuMsSg0fr46BRdia1cWd-81GThzF&index=35   ChatGPT: https://chatgpt.com/  The Color Course for Rebels: https://www.jodiekingart.com/ccfr Art Biz for Rebels: https://www.jodiekingart.com/artbizforrebels  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA  For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast    

04-15
29:05

Episode 104: Secrets for Maintaining Vitality with Alan Graves of DoNotAge

Why would an art podcast feature an episode about supplements? Because our physical well-being directly impacts our creative output!  In this episode of the Honest Art Podcast, I sit down with Alan Graves from DoNotAge.org to talk about maintaining energy and mental clarity through different life stages. You’ll also hear about my personal journey with their supplements, and how it completely revitalized my creativity when I was in a slump.  Taking care of your health and vitality is just as important as practicing your craft. Make sure you tune into the full episode to find out how you can do both! Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_ Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com! Resources mentioned: Honest Art Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has  Learn more about DoNotAge.org: https://donotage.org/  Keep up with Alan and the DoNotAge.org team on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/do.not.age  See all of DoNotAge.org’s products (USE CODE: SMOKESHOW): https://donotage.org/products  Listen to Professor Gorbunova's TED talk on hyaluronic acid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SGzenQjZ_pU  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast

04-08
36:04

Episode 103: The Texture Toolbox: Tips on How to Elevate Your Art with Texture

Flat art? Not anymore. We’re about to add some serious dimension!  In this episode of the Honest Art Podcast, I dive into how texture can elevate your work. You’ll see a few of my favorite ways to do it as I walk you through each step. From repurposing leftover paint "skins" to experimenting with unconventional materials like silicon caulk and plaster, you’ll get messy right alongside me and explore adding a whole new layer to your art! Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_ Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com! Resources mentioned: Honest Art Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has  Episode 16: How to Get Out of the Fugly Stage of Art: https://jodieking.com/episode-16-how-to-get-out-of-the-fugly-stage-of-art/  The Honest Art Mixed Media Journal: https://shop.jodieking.com/products/the-honest-art-mixed-media-journal?_pos=1&_sid=31d1beb07&_ss=r  Shop my favorite tools used in this episode at my Amazon Shop: https://www.amazon.com/shop/jodie_king_  Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6  How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!     Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast

04-01
23:18

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