This week Bruce and Magnus welcome Erik Swinson, one of the most accomplished painter and instructor in the field. They discuss Erik's unique approach to art, the importance of feedback, and the challenges of artistic growth. Erik shares insights on color theory, the role of competition, and how to overcome plateaus in painting.

01:10 Introduction and Context

03:58 Balancing Art and Business

07:14 Inspiration and Creativity in Painting

10:10 Judging and Competition Perspectives

13:07 Understanding Style and Technique

16:12 Color Theory and Decision Making

19:13 Feedback Fridays and Teaching Methodology

22:06 Identifying Skill Levels in Painting

25:20 Navigating Artistic Plateaus

28:08 Embracing Discomfort in Growth

33:07 Managing Expectations in Competitions

35:18 The Importance of Feedback

40:49 Training Your Eye and Observational Skills

45:55 Finding Passion and Inspiration in Painting

51:45 Exploring the Future of Miniature Painting

57:46 Key Lessons from Artistic Growth

Erik on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erik_swinson/

Erik on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/erik_swinson/

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