web02.fireside.fm Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:22:12 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) The Messy Studio with Rebecca Crowell - Episodes Tagged with “Workshops” https://messystudio.fireside.fm/tags/workshops Sat, 27 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0500 Artist Rebecca Crowell shares experiences and thoughts from three decades of painting, teaching and traveling, as well as her conversations with other artists. She is joined by her co-host, producer, and son, Ross Ticknor, who brings an entrepreneurial Millennial perspective. The conversations are broad and eclectic, focused on ideas, information and anecdotes that other artists may find helpful in their work and careers. A new episode is uploaded every weekend! en-us episodic The podcast at the intersection of art, travel, business, philosophy, and life in general. Rebecca Crowell Artist Rebecca Crowell shares experiences and thoughts from three decades of painting, teaching and traveling, as well as her conversations with other artists. She is joined by her co-host, producer, and son, Ross Ticknor, who brings an entrepreneurial Millennial perspective. The conversations are broad and eclectic, focused on ideas, information and anecdotes that other artists may find helpful in their work and careers. A new episode is uploaded every weekend! no Rebecca Crowell rticknor.core@gmail.com Episode 218: About Teaching Workshops https://messystudio.fireside.fm/218 7353e17b-ee3d-43ea-b894-25f6dc65185b Sat, 27 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0500 Rebecca Crowell 218 About Teaching Workshops full Rebecca Crowell Last week we talked about workshops from the point of view of artists taking them, what they look for, and how to make choices from the many options available. Today we want to talk about workshops from the perspective of workshop instructors. Many artists who have ideas and experience to share are drawn to workshop teaching. And teaching can be a very rewarding, interesting, and lucrative side job that fits well with an artist’s own studio practice. But it’s also a completely unregulated territory where success depends largely on personal reputation and endorsements, and where sometimes the best laid plans fall apart. What does it take to do well as a workshop instructor? What are some of the rewards of teaching workshops and what are some things to watch out for? 43:50 no Last week we talked about workshops from the point of view of artists taking them, what they look for, and how to make choices from the many options available. Today we want to talk about workshops from the perspective of workshop instructors. Many artists who have ideas and experience to share are drawn to workshop teaching. And teaching can be a very rewarding, interesting, and lucrative side job that fits well with an artist’s own studio practice. But it’s also a completely unregulated territory where success depends largely on personal reputation and endorsements, and where sometimes the best laid plans fall apart. What does it take to do well as a workshop instructor? What are some of the rewards of teaching workshops and what are some things to watch out for? For those of you who are thinking of getting started with teaching workshops, it's important to carefully consider your own qualifications. You need to evaluate honestly whether you have the experience about the topic, and whether you have something original to contribute to your students. And no matter how developed you are as an artist, you may not know much about teaching itself. So, you also need to learn what you can about effective teaching methods, respond to feedback from students, and constantly evaluate and tweak your approaches. There are many considerations for choosing what to teach, where to teach, the pay you want to receive, the number of students, and your own accommodations. And once you make these basic decisions, you need to be prepared with an accurate description of what you will teach, a detailed supply list, and if you are teaching outside your own studio, a list of what you would like the venue itself to provide. Teaching workshops can provide not only a decent income, but there are also intangible benefits. Experiencing the fresh energy and perspective of beginners, and the sharing of tips and tools that often happens spontaneously in class, and hearing people's ideas and motivations is uniquely rewarding. Going into teaching sometimes begins as a casual, gradual process among people you know, but once you are fully in you need to take its responsibilities seriously. Are you really serving your students in the best ways you can? Are you continually evaluating and revising your teaching agenda? You need to provide something important for your students and exhibit a basically generous and altruistic attitude. At the same time, it is also important to be treated well, and be well compensated for your time, experience, and dedication. Thanks to everyone who has been sharing the show and donating! If you would like to donate to the Messy Studio Podcast donate here (https://www.paypal.com/donate?token=Yyrf7Ht1DYfkYzAaWNoW8zuvCpTryLYsxY2VAj4qGZ3o2o4F7xHGv4VmDDef7kFxuvbgpz_z4jUa-z7F). ​ When you buy art supplies at Blick remember to use our affiliate link to support the podcast! Bookmark this link and then you don't even have to think about it again. This is one of the best ways to support the show. It takes a few seconds and costs you nothing! The Blick website works exactly the same way, but we earn 10% every time you buy art supplies. www.messystudiopodcast.com/blick ​ What's new at Cold Wax Academy? The Summer Quarter of Cold Wax Academy's membership program is now underway. Rebecca and Jerry's upcoming weekly live, online sessions will explore Personal Voice and Composition and continue the topic of Professional Development with some special guests. Member Critiques and Painting Clinics, Cold Wax Academy's new feature, are ongoing. You can join the membership program anytime and catch up with past recorded sessions at your own pace. Please visit http://www.coldwaxacademy.com for more information. Also-- stay tuned for information coming soon about Rebecca and Jerry's newest project, Espacio, dedicated to providing beautiful living and working spaces for artists and writers. Espacio's first offering is Casa Clavel, a modern, fully equipped house opening this September in the beautiful cultural city of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. You can learn more and make a reservation by emailing info@coldwaxacademy.com. A dedicated Espacio website is coming soon! Here is what a member named Sandy has to say about her own experience with Cold Wax Academy: "Rebecca and Jerry have presented the most professional, authentic and structured approach to a creative activity I have ever come across. Their selfless sharing of all their knowledge and encouragement is a gift in my life unsurpassed." Have an art related product, service, or event you would like to advertise on the Messy Studio Podcast? Email Ross at rticknor.core@gmail.com (mailto:rticknor.core@gmail.com) for current mid-roll advertising rates. ​ For more from The Messy Studio: www.messystudiopodcast.com www.facebook.com/messystudiopodcast ​ For more from Rebecca Crowell: www.rebeccacrowell.com www.coldwaxacademy.com ​ The Messy Studio Podcast is a Tick Digital Media Production. Rebecca Crowell, Art, Creativity, Business, Entrepreneurship, Teaching, Workshops Last week we talked about workshops from the point of view of artists taking them, what they look for, and how to make choices from the many options available. Today we want to talk about workshops from the perspective of workshop instructors. Many artists who have ideas and experience to share are drawn to workshop teaching. And teaching can be a very rewarding, interesting, and lucrative side job that fits well with an artist’s own studio practice. But it’s also a completely unregulated territory where success depends largely on personal reputation and endorsements, and where sometimes the best laid plans fall apart. What does it take to do well as a workshop instructor? What are some of the rewards of teaching workshops and what are some things to watch out for?

For those of you who are thinking of getting started with teaching workshops, it's important to carefully consider your own qualifications. You need to evaluate honestly whether you have the experience about the topic, and whether you have something original to contribute to your students. And no matter how developed you are as an artist, you may not know much about teaching itself. So, you also need to learn what you can about effective teaching methods, respond to feedback from students, and constantly evaluate and tweak your approaches.

There are many considerations for choosing what to teach, where to teach, the pay you want to receive, the number of students, and your own accommodations. And once you make these basic decisions, you need to be prepared with an accurate description of what you will teach, a detailed supply list, and if you are teaching outside your own studio, a list of what you would like the venue itself to provide.

Teaching workshops can provide not only a decent income, but there are also intangible benefits. Experiencing the fresh energy and perspective of beginners, and the sharing of tips and tools that often happens spontaneously in class, and hearing people's ideas and motivations is uniquely rewarding.

Going into teaching sometimes begins as a casual, gradual process among people you know, but once you are fully in you need to take its responsibilities seriously. Are you really serving your students in the best ways you can? Are you continually evaluating and revising your teaching agenda? You need to provide something important for your students and exhibit a basically generous and altruistic attitude. At the same time, it is also important to be treated well, and be well compensated for your time, experience, and dedication.

Thanks to everyone who has been sharing the show and donating! If you would like to donate to the Messy Studio Podcast donate here.
​
When you buy art supplies at Blick remember to use our affiliate link to support the podcast! Bookmark this link and then you don't even have to think about it again. This is one of the best ways to support the show. It takes a few seconds and costs you nothing! The Blick website works exactly the same way, but we earn 10% every time you buy art supplies.

www.messystudiopodcast.com/blick
​
What's new at Cold Wax Academy?
The Summer Quarter of Cold Wax Academy's membership program is now underway. Rebecca and Jerry's upcoming weekly live, online sessions will explore Personal Voice and Composition and continue the topic of Professional Development with some special guests. Member Critiques and Painting Clinics, Cold Wax Academy's new feature, are ongoing. You can join the membership program anytime and catch up with past recorded sessions at your own pace. Please visit http://www.coldwaxacademy.com for more information.

Also-- stay tuned for information coming soon about Rebecca and Jerry's newest project, Espacio, dedicated to providing beautiful living and working spaces for artists and writers. Espacio's first offering is Casa Clavel, a modern, fully equipped house opening this September in the beautiful cultural city of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. You can learn more and make a reservation by emailing info@coldwaxacademy.com. A dedicated Espacio website is coming soon!

Here is what a member named Sandy has to say about her own experience with Cold Wax Academy:
"Rebecca and Jerry have presented the most professional, authentic and structured approach to a creative activity I have ever come across. Their selfless sharing of all their knowledge and encouragement is a gift in my life unsurpassed."

Have an art related product, service, or event you would like to advertise on the Messy Studio Podcast?
Email Ross at rticknor.core@gmail.com for current mid-roll advertising rates.
​
For more from The Messy Studio:
www.messystudiopodcast.com
www.facebook.com/messystudiopodcast
​
For more from Rebecca Crowell:
www.rebeccacrowell.com
www.coldwaxacademy.com
​
The Messy Studio Podcast is a Tick Digital Media Production.

]]> Last week we talked about workshops from the point of view of artists taking them, what they look for, and how to make choices from the many options available. Today we want to talk about workshops from the perspective of workshop instructors. Many artists who have ideas and experience to share are drawn to workshop teaching. And teaching can be a very rewarding, interesting, and lucrative side job that fits well with an artist’s own studio practice. But it’s also a completely unregulated territory where success depends largely on personal reputation and endorsements, and where sometimes the best laid plans fall apart. What does it take to do well as a workshop instructor? What are some of the rewards of teaching workshops and what are some things to watch out for?

For those of you who are thinking of getting started with teaching workshops, it's important to carefully consider your own qualifications. You need to evaluate honestly whether you have the experience about the topic, and whether you have something original to contribute to your students. And no matter how developed you are as an artist, you may not know much about teaching itself. So, you also need to learn what you can about effective teaching methods, respond to feedback from students, and constantly evaluate and tweak your approaches.

There are many considerations for choosing what to teach, where to teach, the pay you want to receive, the number of students, and your own accommodations. And once you make these basic decisions, you need to be prepared with an accurate description of what you will teach, a detailed supply list, and if you are teaching outside your own studio, a list of what you would like the venue itself to provide.

Teaching workshops can provide not only a decent income, but there are also intangible benefits. Experiencing the fresh energy and perspective of beginners, and the sharing of tips and tools that often happens spontaneously in class, and hearing people's ideas and motivations is uniquely rewarding.

Going into teaching sometimes begins as a casual, gradual process among people you know, but once you are fully in you need to take its responsibilities seriously. Are you really serving your students in the best ways you can? Are you continually evaluating and revising your teaching agenda? You need to provide something important for your students and exhibit a basically generous and altruistic attitude. At the same time, it is also important to be treated well, and be well compensated for your time, experience, and dedication.

Thanks to everyone who has been sharing the show and donating! If you would like to donate to the Messy Studio Podcast donate here.
​
When you buy art supplies at Blick remember to use our affiliate link to support the podcast! Bookmark this link and then you don't even have to think about it again. This is one of the best ways to support the show. It takes a few seconds and costs you nothing! The Blick website works exactly the same way, but we earn 10% every time you buy art supplies.

www.messystudiopodcast.com/blick
​
What's new at Cold Wax Academy?
The Summer Quarter of Cold Wax Academy's membership program is now underway. Rebecca and Jerry's upcoming weekly live, online sessions will explore Personal Voice and Composition and continue the topic of Professional Development with some special guests. Member Critiques and Painting Clinics, Cold Wax Academy's new feature, are ongoing. You can join the membership program anytime and catch up with past recorded sessions at your own pace. Please visit http://www.coldwaxacademy.com for more information.

Also-- stay tuned for information coming soon about Rebecca and Jerry's newest project, Espacio, dedicated to providing beautiful living and working spaces for artists and writers. Espacio's first offering is Casa Clavel, a modern, fully equipped house opening this September in the beautiful cultural city of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. You can learn more and make a reservation by emailing info@coldwaxacademy.com. A dedicated Espacio website is coming soon!

Here is what a member named Sandy has to say about her own experience with Cold Wax Academy:
"Rebecca and Jerry have presented the most professional, authentic and structured approach to a creative activity I have ever come across. Their selfless sharing of all their knowledge and encouragement is a gift in my life unsurpassed."

Have an art related product, service, or event you would like to advertise on the Messy Studio Podcast?
Email Ross at rticknor.core@gmail.com for current mid-roll advertising rates.
​
For more from The Messy Studio:
www.messystudiopodcast.com
www.facebook.com/messystudiopodcast
​
For more from Rebecca Crowell:
www.rebeccacrowell.com
www.coldwaxacademy.com
​
The Messy Studio Podcast is a Tick Digital Media Production.

]]> Episode 217: Navigating Workshop World https://messystudio.fireside.fm/217 077793fc-c998-41ad-ad8c-87adc87c1f36 Sat, 20 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0500 Rebecca Crowell 217 Navigating Workshop World full Rebecca Crowell Workshops serve many purposes for artists, including learning new skills and information, connecting with other artists, and receiving feedback and critique. A workshop with the right instructor at the right time can provide an important breakthrough for your work. But attending a workshop can also be challenging on a personal level, involving travel, a commitment of time and money, and working in a group environment. And not all workshops are well organized or worthwhile. Today we will be talking about workshops from the perspective of artists who have taken them--what was gained, and what difficulties were encountered. 40:15 no Workshops serve many purposes for artists, including learning new skills and information, connecting with other artists, and receiving feedback and critique. A workshop with the right instructor at the right time can provide an important breakthrough for your work. But attending a workshop can also be challenging on a personal level, involving travel, a commitment of time and money, and working in a group environment. And not all workshops are well organized or worthwhile. Today we will be talking about workshops from the perspective of artists who have taken them--what was gained, and what difficulties were encountered. Taking a workshop is a big commitment of time and expense, so a basic question in deciding to take a workshop is to consider your reasons and motivation and if they are strong enough to take that leap. A desire for growth, development, and improving your work are all essential. Without these, you probably won't get enough out of the experience to be worthwhile. The opportunity for focused studio time or the desire to learn something very specific or work with a particular instructor also factor in. With the range of options for workshops available, it can be hard to decide what to take, or if you want to take one at all. Important factors to consider range from finding a competent and inspiring instructor to deciding how much travel and expense you can afford. Venues can be anything from a crowded private studio to a purpose-built, fully equipped classroom. The class may last only half a day or a week or more. You may be in a class with others at the same level of development as you, or you may be combined with people at very different levels. Social aspects of being in a group can be supportive and exciting. You can gain new friends and enjoy the sense of community that surrounds you. But sometimes being with a group can be challenging. To work outside your own studio and to be exposed to everyone else's work styles and personalities is not easy for everyone. Many artists report things like a shift in perspective, a new confidence, excitement, insights, new ideas, or even bigger changes after a workshop. These are all the reasons to take workshops and are more likely to happen if you are careful about your choice, research the instructor and the venue, and at the same time go into with a flexible attitude, you cannot know or control all the variables when participating in a group activity. There are an incredible number of variables in workshop world. But overall, the number of artists who take at least one workshop a year speaks to the overall positive aspects of this type of learning, Thanks to everyone who has been sharing the show and donating! If you would like to donate to the Messy Studio Podcast donate here (https://www.paypal.com/donate?token=Yyrf7Ht1DYfkYzAaWNoW8zuvCpTryLYsxY2VAj4qGZ3o2o4F7xHGv4VmDDef7kFxuvbgpz_z4jUa-z7F). ​ When you buy art supplies at Blick remember to use our affiliate link to support the podcast! Bookmark this link and then you don't even have to think about it again. This is one of the best ways to support the show. It takes a few seconds and costs you nothing! The Blick website works exactly the same way, but we earn 10% every time you buy art supplies. www.messystudiopodcast.com/blick ​ What's new at Cold Wax Academy? The Summer Quarter of Cold Wax Academy's membership program is now underway. Rebecca and Jerry's upcoming weekly live, online sessions will explore Personal Voice and Composition and continue the topic of Professional Development with some special guests. Member Critiques and Painting Clinics, Cold Wax Academy's new feature, are ongoing. You can join the membership program anytime and catch up with past recorded sessions at your own pace. Please visit http://www.coldwaxacademy.com for more information. Also-- stay tuned for information coming soon about Rebecca and Jerry's newest project, Espacio, dedicated to providing beautiful living and working spaces for artists and writers. Espacio's first offering is Casa Clavel, a modern, fully equipped house opening this September in the beautiful cultural city of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. You can learn more and make a reservation by emailing info@coldwaxacademy.com. A dedicated Espacio website is coming soon! Here is what a member named Sandy has to say about her own experience with Cold Wax Academy: "Rebecca and Jerry have presented the most professional, authentic and structured approach to a creative activity I have ever come across. Their selfless sharing of all their knowledge and encouragement is a gift in my life unsurpassed." Have an art related product, service, or event you would like to advertise on the Messy Studio Podcast? Email Ross at rticknor.core@gmail.com (mailto:rticknor.core@gmail.com) for current mid-roll advertising rates. ​ For more from The Messy Studio: www.messystudiopodcast.com www.facebook.com/messystudiopodcast ​ For more from Rebecca Crowell: www.rebeccacrowell.com www.coldwaxacademy.com ​ The Messy Studio Podcast is a Tick Digital Media Production. Rebecca Crowell, Art, Creativity, Education, Workshops, Teaching, Students, Workshops serve many purposes for artists, including learning new skills and information, connecting with other artists, and receiving feedback and critique. A workshop with the right instructor at the right time can provide an important breakthrough for your work. But attending a workshop can also be challenging on a personal level, involving travel, a commitment of time and money, and working in a group environment. And not all workshops are well organized or worthwhile. Today we will be talking about workshops from the perspective of artists who have taken them--what was gained, and what difficulties were encountered.

Taking a workshop is a big commitment of time and expense, so a basic question in deciding to take a workshop is to consider your reasons and motivation and if they are strong enough to take that leap. A desire for growth, development, and improving your work are all essential. Without these, you probably won't get enough out of the experience to be worthwhile. The opportunity for focused studio time or the desire to learn something very specific or work with a particular instructor also factor in.

With the range of options for workshops available, it can be hard to decide what to take, or if you want to take one at all. Important factors to consider range from finding a competent and inspiring instructor to deciding how much travel and expense you can afford. Venues can be anything from a crowded private studio to a purpose-built, fully equipped classroom.
The class may last only half a day or a week or more. You may be in a class with others at the same level of development as you, or you may be combined with people at very different levels. Social aspects of being in a group can be supportive and exciting. You can gain new friends and enjoy the sense of community that surrounds you. But sometimes being with a group can be challenging. To work outside your own studio and to be exposed to everyone else's work styles and personalities is not easy for everyone.

Many artists report things like a shift in perspective, a new confidence, excitement, insights, new ideas, or even bigger changes after a workshop. These are all the reasons to take workshops and are more likely to happen if you are careful about your choice, research the instructor and the venue, and at the same time go into with a flexible attitude, you cannot know or control all the variables when participating in a group activity. There are an incredible number of variables in workshop world. But overall, the number of artists who take at least one workshop a year speaks to the overall positive aspects of this type of learning,

Thanks to everyone who has been sharing the show and donating! If you would like to donate to the Messy Studio Podcast donate here.
​
When you buy art supplies at Blick remember to use our affiliate link to support the podcast! Bookmark this link and then you don't even have to think about it again. This is one of the best ways to support the show. It takes a few seconds and costs you nothing! The Blick website works exactly the same way, but we earn 10% every time you buy art supplies.

www.messystudiopodcast.com/blick
​
What's new at Cold Wax Academy?
The Summer Quarter of Cold Wax Academy's membership program is now underway. Rebecca and Jerry's upcoming weekly live, online sessions will explore Personal Voice and Composition and continue the topic of Professional Development with some special guests. Member Critiques and Painting Clinics, Cold Wax Academy's new feature, are ongoing. You can join the membership program anytime and catch up with past recorded sessions at your own pace. Please visit http://www.coldwaxacademy.com for more information.

Also-- stay tuned for information coming soon about Rebecca and Jerry's newest project, Espacio, dedicated to providing beautiful living and working spaces for artists and writers. Espacio's first offering is Casa Clavel, a modern, fully equipped house opening this September in the beautiful cultural city of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. You can learn more and make a reservation by emailing info@coldwaxacademy.com. A dedicated Espacio website is coming soon!

Here is what a member named Sandy has to say about her own experience with Cold Wax Academy:
"Rebecca and Jerry have presented the most professional, authentic and structured approach to a creative activity I have ever come across. Their selfless sharing of all their knowledge and encouragement is a gift in my life unsurpassed."

Have an art related product, service, or event you would like to advertise on the Messy Studio Podcast?
Email Ross at rticknor.core@gmail.com for current mid-roll advertising rates.
​
For more from The Messy Studio:
www.messystudiopodcast.com
www.facebook.com/messystudiopodcast
​
For more from Rebecca Crowell:
www.rebeccacrowell.com
www.coldwaxacademy.com
​
The Messy Studio Podcast is a Tick Digital Media Production.

]]> Workshops serve many purposes for artists, including learning new skills and information, connecting with other artists, and receiving feedback and critique. A workshop with the right instructor at the right time can provide an important breakthrough for your work. But attending a workshop can also be challenging on a personal level, involving travel, a commitment of time and money, and working in a group environment. And not all workshops are well organized or worthwhile. Today we will be talking about workshops from the perspective of artists who have taken them--what was gained, and what difficulties were encountered.

Taking a workshop is a big commitment of time and expense, so a basic question in deciding to take a workshop is to consider your reasons and motivation and if they are strong enough to take that leap. A desire for growth, development, and improving your work are all essential. Without these, you probably won't get enough out of the experience to be worthwhile. The opportunity for focused studio time or the desire to learn something very specific or work with a particular instructor also factor in.

With the range of options for workshops available, it can be hard to decide what to take, or if you want to take one at all. Important factors to consider range from finding a competent and inspiring instructor to deciding how much travel and expense you can afford. Venues can be anything from a crowded private studio to a purpose-built, fully equipped classroom.
The class may last only half a day or a week or more. You may be in a class with others at the same level of development as you, or you may be combined with people at very different levels. Social aspects of being in a group can be supportive and exciting. You can gain new friends and enjoy the sense of community that surrounds you. But sometimes being with a group can be challenging. To work outside your own studio and to be exposed to everyone else's work styles and personalities is not easy for everyone.

Many artists report things like a shift in perspective, a new confidence, excitement, insights, new ideas, or even bigger changes after a workshop. These are all the reasons to take workshops and are more likely to happen if you are careful about your choice, research the instructor and the venue, and at the same time go into with a flexible attitude, you cannot know or control all the variables when participating in a group activity. There are an incredible number of variables in workshop world. But overall, the number of artists who take at least one workshop a year speaks to the overall positive aspects of this type of learning,

Thanks to everyone who has been sharing the show and donating! If you would like to donate to the Messy Studio Podcast donate here.
​
When you buy art supplies at Blick remember to use our affiliate link to support the podcast! Bookmark this link and then you don't even have to think about it again. This is one of the best ways to support the show. It takes a few seconds and costs you nothing! The Blick website works exactly the same way, but we earn 10% every time you buy art supplies.

www.messystudiopodcast.com/blick
​
What's new at Cold Wax Academy?
The Summer Quarter of Cold Wax Academy's membership program is now underway. Rebecca and Jerry's upcoming weekly live, online sessions will explore Personal Voice and Composition and continue the topic of Professional Development with some special guests. Member Critiques and Painting Clinics, Cold Wax Academy's new feature, are ongoing. You can join the membership program anytime and catch up with past recorded sessions at your own pace. Please visit http://www.coldwaxacademy.com for more information.

Also-- stay tuned for information coming soon about Rebecca and Jerry's newest project, Espacio, dedicated to providing beautiful living and working spaces for artists and writers. Espacio's first offering is Casa Clavel, a modern, fully equipped house opening this September in the beautiful cultural city of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. You can learn more and make a reservation by emailing info@coldwaxacademy.com. A dedicated Espacio website is coming soon!

Here is what a member named Sandy has to say about her own experience with Cold Wax Academy:
"Rebecca and Jerry have presented the most professional, authentic and structured approach to a creative activity I have ever come across. Their selfless sharing of all their knowledge and encouragement is a gift in my life unsurpassed."

Have an art related product, service, or event you would like to advertise on the Messy Studio Podcast?
Email Ross at rticknor.core@gmail.com for current mid-roll advertising rates.
​
For more from The Messy Studio:
www.messystudiopodcast.com
www.facebook.com/messystudiopodcast
​
For more from Rebecca Crowell:
www.rebeccacrowell.com
www.coldwaxacademy.com
​
The Messy Studio Podcast is a Tick Digital Media Production.

]]> Episode 109: Interview with Paula Roland: An Uncharted Journey https://messystudio.fireside.fm/109 6cefee26-d599-4655-a786-dd35e1be7c5a Sat, 01 Feb 2020 14:00:00 -0600 Rebecca Crowell 109 Interview with Paula Roland: An Uncharted Journey full Rebecca Crowell Rebecca Crowell interviews Paula Roland about her life as an artist and entrepreneur. 41:18 no Rebecca Crowell interviews Paula Roland about her life as an artist and entrepreneur. (From https://paularoland.com/roland-bio/) Paula Roland is a life-long artist and teacher with an MFA in painting and sculpture from the University of New Orleans. After many years teaching painting and drawing at the college level, Paula found a niche specializing in encaustic monotype printing and related encaustic topics. Since 1996, these processes and materials have informed her own works, and in turn inspired her teaching. Born on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Paula spent much of her adult life living and working in nearby New Orleans. Her works address the extremes in nature and the natural world’s nexus with ecology, science, art, and spirit. Since the early 1980s her works have examined natural phenomena and human interaction. Drawn to areas with a strong sense of place that are culturally rich, diverse, and visually inspiring, Roland moved to Santa Fe, New Mexico in 1989. “Living near Los Alamos National Labs and Chaos Theory think tanks has led to a heightened interest in science, including systems, fractals, and strange attractors. In recent works, I examine ecology through intuitive mapping, finding my way in rapidly changing environments in the natural world through my art. I choose materials for their ability to be somewhat unpredictable or have the ability to change and therefore partner with me in making the work. This process circumvents preconceived ideas and opens me to new possibilities. I engage with the image and medium in a direct and intimate way. With encaustic printing, thought and action are one, much like improvisational music or dance.” Roland’s awards include commissions from the National Endowment for the Arts and for the US Department of State’s American Embassies in South Africa and Uganda. She was awarded residencies at VCCA in Virginia and in France, and two at the Santa Fe Art Institute, working with Lynda Benglis and with Elizabeth Murray. Articles on Paula Roland have appeared in New American Painting, Surface Design Journal, Artist’s Magazine, New Mexico Magazine, the Santa Fean Magazine and Vasari21 online art magazine. Her works are included in books and media on art, encaustic and installation. Check out Paula's websites: https://paularoland.com/ https://www.rolandworkshops.com/ More Messy Studio available at: www.messystudiopodcast.com www.facebook.com/messystudiopocast Rebecca Crowell: www.rebeccacrowell.com www.squeegeepress.com Special Guest: Paula Roland. Rebecca Crowell, Art, Travel, New Mexico, Interview, Paula Roland, Encaustic, Monotype, Workshops, Entrepreneurship Rebecca Crowell interviews Paula Roland about her life as an artist and entrepreneur.

(From https://paularoland.com/roland-bio/)

Paula Roland is a life-long artist and teacher with an MFA in painting and sculpture from the University of New Orleans. After many years teaching painting and drawing at the college level, Paula found a niche specializing in encaustic monotype printing and related encaustic topics. Since 1996, these processes and materials have informed her own works, and in turn inspired her teaching.

Born on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Paula spent much of her adult life living and working in nearby New Orleans. Her works address the extremes in nature and the natural world’s nexus with ecology, science, art, and spirit. Since the early 1980s her works have examined natural phenomena and human interaction. Drawn to areas with a strong sense of place that are culturally rich, diverse, and visually inspiring, Roland moved to Santa Fe, New Mexico in 1989.

“Living near Los Alamos National Labs and Chaos Theory think tanks has led to a heightened interest in science, including systems, fractals, and strange attractors. In recent works, I examine ecology through intuitive mapping, finding my way in rapidly changing environments in the natural world through my art. I choose materials for their ability to be somewhat unpredictable or have the ability to change and therefore partner with me in making the work. This process circumvents preconceived ideas and opens me to new possibilities. I engage with the image and medium in a direct and intimate way. With encaustic printing, thought and action are one, much like improvisational music or dance.”

Roland’s awards include commissions from the National Endowment for the Arts and for the US Department of State’s American Embassies in South Africa and Uganda. She was awarded residencies at VCCA in Virginia and in France, and two at the Santa Fe Art Institute, working with Lynda Benglis and with Elizabeth Murray. Articles on Paula Roland have appeared in New American Painting, Surface Design Journal, Artist’s Magazine, New Mexico Magazine, the Santa Fean Magazine and Vasari21 online art magazine. Her works are included in books and media on art, encaustic and installation.

Check out Paula's websites:
https://paularoland.com/
https://www.rolandworkshops.com/

More Messy Studio available at:
www.messystudiopodcast.com
www.facebook.com/messystudiopocast

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www.rebeccacrowell.com
www.squeegeepress.com

Special Guest: Paula Roland.

]]> Rebecca Crowell interviews Paula Roland about her life as an artist and entrepreneur.

(From https://paularoland.com/roland-bio/)

Paula Roland is a life-long artist and teacher with an MFA in painting and sculpture from the University of New Orleans. After many years teaching painting and drawing at the college level, Paula found a niche specializing in encaustic monotype printing and related encaustic topics. Since 1996, these processes and materials have informed her own works, and in turn inspired her teaching.

Born on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Paula spent much of her adult life living and working in nearby New Orleans. Her works address the extremes in nature and the natural world’s nexus with ecology, science, art, and spirit. Since the early 1980s her works have examined natural phenomena and human interaction. Drawn to areas with a strong sense of place that are culturally rich, diverse, and visually inspiring, Roland moved to Santa Fe, New Mexico in 1989.

“Living near Los Alamos National Labs and Chaos Theory think tanks has led to a heightened interest in science, including systems, fractals, and strange attractors. In recent works, I examine ecology through intuitive mapping, finding my way in rapidly changing environments in the natural world through my art. I choose materials for their ability to be somewhat unpredictable or have the ability to change and therefore partner with me in making the work. This process circumvents preconceived ideas and opens me to new possibilities. I engage with the image and medium in a direct and intimate way. With encaustic printing, thought and action are one, much like improvisational music or dance.”

Roland’s awards include commissions from the National Endowment for the Arts and for the US Department of State’s American Embassies in South Africa and Uganda. She was awarded residencies at VCCA in Virginia and in France, and two at the Santa Fe Art Institute, working with Lynda Benglis and with Elizabeth Murray. Articles on Paula Roland have appeared in New American Painting, Surface Design Journal, Artist’s Magazine, New Mexico Magazine, the Santa Fean Magazine and Vasari21 online art magazine. Her works are included in books and media on art, encaustic and installation.

Check out Paula's websites:
https://paularoland.com/
https://www.rolandworkshops.com/

More Messy Studio available at:
www.messystudiopodcast.com
www.facebook.com/messystudiopocast

Rebecca Crowell:
www.rebeccacrowell.com
www.squeegeepress.com

Special Guest: Paula Roland.

]]> Episode 87: Making Our Video https://messystudio.fireside.fm/87 dd23c381-6319-45a3-a040-c06e6aa0dae8 Sun, 01 Sep 2019 14:00:00 -0500 Rebecca Crowell 87 Making Our Video full Rebecca Crowell Rebecca and Jerry discuss the process of making their video (Cold Wax Medium: A Video Workshop)--including behind the scenes stories, the challenges of being on camera, and their motivations and intentions for this huge project. This episode includes a discount coupon code if you wish to purchase the video. 31:18 no Rebecca and Jerry discuss the process of making their video (Cold Wax Medium: A Video Workshop)--including behind the scenes stories, the challenges of being on camera, and their motivations and intentions for this huge project. This episode includes a discount coupon code if you wish to purchase the video. www.rebeccacrowell.com www.squeegeepress.com www.facebook.com/messystudiopodcast Special Guest: Jerry McLaughlin. Rebecca Crowell, Jerry McLaughlin, Art, Travel, Italy, Workshops, Video, Squeegee Press Rebecca and Jerry discuss the process of making their video (Cold Wax Medium: A Video Workshop)--including behind the scenes stories, the challenges of being on camera, and their motivations and intentions for this huge project. This episode includes a discount coupon code if you wish to purchase the video.

www.rebeccacrowell.com
www.squeegeepress.com
www.facebook.com/messystudiopodcast

Special Guest: Jerry McLaughlin.

]]> Rebecca and Jerry discuss the process of making their video (Cold Wax Medium: A Video Workshop)--including behind the scenes stories, the challenges of being on camera, and their motivations and intentions for this huge project. This episode includes a discount coupon code if you wish to purchase the video.

www.rebeccacrowell.com
www.squeegeepress.com
www.facebook.com/messystudiopodcast

Special Guest: Jerry McLaughlin.

]]> Episode 74: Art on a Greek Island: Skopelos Foundation for the Arts https://messystudio.fireside.fm/74 84c3e6e9-44f5-431e-8a0c-e1308d94710a Sat, 01 Jun 2019 11:00:00 -0500 Rebecca Crowell 74 Art on a Greek Island: Skopelos Foundation for the Arts full Rebecca Crowell Rebecca discusses the founding and growth of the beautiful Skopelos Foundation of the Arts on Skopelos island, Greece with Gloria Carr and Jill Somer. They are the forces behind its creation and diverse programming, from artist residencies and workshops to a thriving youth film festival. 24:26 no Rebecca discusses the founding and growth of the beautiful Skopelos Foundation of the Arts on Skopelos island, Greece with Gloria Carr and Jill Somer. They are the forces behind its creation and diverse programming, from artist residencies and workshops to a thriving youth film festival. https://www.skopartfoundation.org/ https://skopelossiffy.com www.rebeccacrowell.com www.squeegeepress.com www.facebook.com/messystudiopodcast Rebecca Crowell, Art, Travel, Greece, Workshops, Skopelos Rebecca discusses the founding and growth of the beautiful Skopelos Foundation of the Arts on Skopelos island, Greece with Gloria Carr and Jill Somer. They are the forces behind its creation and diverse programming, from artist residencies and workshops to a thriving youth film festival.

https://www.skopartfoundation.org/
https://skopelossiffy.com
www.rebeccacrowell.com
www.squeegeepress.com
www.facebook.com/messystudiopodcast

]]> Rebecca discusses the founding and growth of the beautiful Skopelos Foundation of the Arts on Skopelos island, Greece with Gloria Carr and Jill Somer. They are the forces behind its creation and diverse programming, from artist residencies and workshops to a thriving youth film festival.

https://www.skopartfoundation.org/
https://skopelossiffy.com
www.rebeccacrowell.com
www.squeegeepress.com
www.facebook.com/messystudiopodcast

]]> Episode 66: Contrast and Personal Voice https://messystudio.fireside.fm/66 b5d72405-a094-4101-b211-5c0380036b3c Sat, 06 Apr 2019 11:00:00 -0500 Rebecca Crowell 66 Contrast and Personal Voice full Rebecca Crowell This week Rebecca is speaking with you from Ballinglen Arts Foundation in County Mayo, Ireland, a place she returns to every year for teaching for her own time to paint. She shares some of the ideas that were the focus of her advanced cold wax workshop there, and we discuss how they relate to personal voice in your own work. 30:47 no PODCAST—Contrast and Personal Voice This week Rebecca is speaking with you from Ballinglen Arts Foundation in County Mayo, Ireland, a place she returns to every year for teaching for her own time to paint. She shares some of the ideas that were the focus of her advanced cold wax workshop there, and we discuss how they relate to personal voice in your own work. www.rebeccacrowell.com www.squeegeepress.com www.facebook.com/messystudiopodcast My 7 th time here and the 2 nd or 3 rd time I have taught only more advanced students, those that have used cold wax for a time on their own or in other previous workshops A little about the workshop—a full week, includes some day trips, lots of independent work time, review demos, PP presentations, discussions, individual meetings, very busy week. More advanced students benefit from some structured exercises rather than just trying to work with the techniques at intro level. Class structure based on several related ideas: importance of contrast both in visual elements and in the duality of concept. And the relationship of form and content in getting all of this to work together. Complex so let’s break it down in the way that I presented the material to the class. Starting with visual elements—asked to focus on 3 (imp. of limited elements in abstraction) Explored these as studies, in a number of small paintings on paper. Emphasis on CONTRAST.nContrasts of color, value, kinds of mark-making, types of textures. Then introduced idea of dualities—working with CONTRAST in terms of ideas. Dualities=opposites yet dependent on one another such as growth and decay, light and shadow, organic and human made, anxiety and release. Dualities provide more interesting ideas in an abstract work than single ideas alone. Students did some more studies using the contrasting aspects of visual elements but now bringing in ideas and meaning from a chosen duality. Accompanied by discussion of the alignment of form and content—the form = objective aspects of the work, what can be factually described--how do the way you use the visual elements, the medium, the principles of design Content= meaning, idea, mood How does the form you are using support the content/they should be interdependent and aligned. For example in a painting meant to express anxiety and release, there could be contrasting aspects of color and line that would relate to each emotion. many of us operate with awareness of dualities in the back of our minds. This can be very intuitive work. But bringing the process to light also seemed helpful in providing ideas and a clearer sense of direction. How does this relate to personal voice? We covered the basic idea of personal voice in episode 20 We’ve also touched on the idea in various other episodes that most forms of artistic expression such as music and writing have a rise and fall, times when the action is high energy and other times calm, some kind of conflict and resolution –provides both structure and energy Consider how to approach your current ideas and work with the idea of dualities and contrast. Can be very energizing and open up new ideas. Also in describing/presenting your work it brings in more interest and focus. More conceptual. Example you may do beautiful ethereal abstractions—hard to describe and may be so subtle that they fail to attract much notice when presented in a juried situation or to a gallery. You can find yourself backed into a corner of "this is what I do" Could you bring in a contrasting aspect to the work? Perhaps consider the concrete world in relation to the ephemeral--this does not deny your interest in the ephemeral but gives it additional depth and meaning. Part of the painting more solid, or maybe diptychs of contrasting panels? Or simply exploring the duality in completely separate works. Idea of chaos/order—many artists fall into one aspect or the other but what about finding a way to include both sides of the duality in your work? Ordered chaos, or broken order? Rebecca Crowell, Art, Travel, Ireland, Workshops, Personal Voice, Contrast PODCAST—Contrast and Personal Voice
This week Rebecca is speaking with you from Ballinglen Arts Foundation in County Mayo,
Ireland, a place she returns to every year for teaching for her own time to paint. She shares some of the ideas that were the focus of her advanced cold wax workshop there, and we discuss how they relate to personal voice in your own work.

www.rebeccacrowell.com
www.squeegeepress.com

www.facebook.com/messystudiopodcast

My 7 th time here and the 2 nd or 3 rd time I have taught only more advanced students, those that have used cold wax for a time on their own or in other previous workshops

A little about the workshop—a full week, includes some day trips, lots of independent work time, review demos, PP presentations, discussions, individual meetings, very busy week. More advanced students benefit from some structured exercises rather than just trying to work with the techniques at intro level.

Class structure based on several related ideas: importance of contrast both in visual elements and in the duality of concept. And the relationship of form and content in getting all of this to work together.

Complex so let’s break it down in the way that I presented the material to the class.

Starting with visual elements—asked to focus on 3 (imp. of limited elements in abstraction)

Explored these as studies, in a number of small paintings on paper. Emphasis on CONTRAST.nContrasts of color, value, kinds of mark-making, types of textures.

Then introduced idea of dualities—working with CONTRAST in terms of ideas. Dualities=opposites yet dependent on one another such as growth and decay, light and shadow, organic and human made, anxiety and release.

Dualities provide more interesting ideas in an abstract work than single ideas alone.

Students did some more studies using the contrasting aspects of visual elements but now
bringing in ideas and meaning from a chosen duality.

Accompanied by discussion of the alignment of form and content—the form = objective
aspects of the work, what can be factually described--how do the way you use the visual
elements, the medium, the principles of design
Content= meaning, idea, mood

How does the form you are using support the content/they should be interdependent and
aligned. For example in a painting meant to express anxiety and release, there could be
contrasting aspects of color and line that would relate to each emotion.

many of us operate with awareness of dualities in the back of our minds. This can be very intuitive work. But bringing the process to light also seemed helpful in providing ideas and a clearer sense of direction.

How does this relate to personal voice?
We covered the basic idea of personal voice in episode 20

We’ve also touched on the idea in various other episodes that most forms of artistic expression such as music and writing have a rise and fall, times when the action is high energy and other times calm, some kind of conflict and resolution –provides both structure and energy

Consider how to approach your current ideas and work with the idea of dualities and contrast.

Can be very energizing and open up new ideas.

Also in describing/presenting your work it brings in more interest and focus. More conceptual.

Example you may do beautiful ethereal abstractions—hard to describe and may be so subtle
that they fail to attract much notice when presented in a juried situation or to a gallery.

You can find yourself backed into a corner of "this is what I do"

Could you bring in a contrasting aspect to the work? Perhaps consider the concrete world in relation to the ephemeral--this does not deny your interest in the ephemeral but gives it
additional depth and meaning. Part of the painting more solid, or maybe diptychs of contrasting panels? Or simply exploring the duality in completely separate works.

Idea of chaos/order—many artists fall into one aspect or the other but what about finding a
way to include both sides of the duality in your work? Ordered chaos, or broken order?

]]> PODCAST—Contrast and Personal Voice
This week Rebecca is speaking with you from Ballinglen Arts Foundation in County Mayo,
Ireland, a place she returns to every year for teaching for her own time to paint. She shares some of the ideas that were the focus of her advanced cold wax workshop there, and we discuss how they relate to personal voice in your own work.

www.rebeccacrowell.com
www.squeegeepress.com

www.facebook.com/messystudiopodcast

My 7 th time here and the 2 nd or 3 rd time I have taught only more advanced students, those that have used cold wax for a time on their own or in other previous workshops

A little about the workshop—a full week, includes some day trips, lots of independent work time, review demos, PP presentations, discussions, individual meetings, very busy week. More advanced students benefit from some structured exercises rather than just trying to work with the techniques at intro level.

Class structure based on several related ideas: importance of contrast both in visual elements and in the duality of concept. And the relationship of form and content in getting all of this to work together.

Complex so let’s break it down in the way that I presented the material to the class.

Starting with visual elements—asked to focus on 3 (imp. of limited elements in abstraction)

Explored these as studies, in a number of small paintings on paper. Emphasis on CONTRAST.nContrasts of color, value, kinds of mark-making, types of textures.

Then introduced idea of dualities—working with CONTRAST in terms of ideas. Dualities=opposites yet dependent on one another such as growth and decay, light and shadow, organic and human made, anxiety and release.

Dualities provide more interesting ideas in an abstract work than single ideas alone.

Students did some more studies using the contrasting aspects of visual elements but now
bringing in ideas and meaning from a chosen duality.

Accompanied by discussion of the alignment of form and content—the form = objective
aspects of the work, what can be factually described--how do the way you use the visual
elements, the medium, the principles of design
Content= meaning, idea, mood

How does the form you are using support the content/they should be interdependent and
aligned. For example in a painting meant to express anxiety and release, there could be
contrasting aspects of color and line that would relate to each emotion.

many of us operate with awareness of dualities in the back of our minds. This can be very intuitive work. But bringing the process to light also seemed helpful in providing ideas and a clearer sense of direction.

How does this relate to personal voice?
We covered the basic idea of personal voice in episode 20

We’ve also touched on the idea in various other episodes that most forms of artistic expression such as music and writing have a rise and fall, times when the action is high energy and other times calm, some kind of conflict and resolution –provides both structure and energy

Consider how to approach your current ideas and work with the idea of dualities and contrast.

Can be very energizing and open up new ideas.

Also in describing/presenting your work it brings in more interest and focus. More conceptual.

Example you may do beautiful ethereal abstractions—hard to describe and may be so subtle
that they fail to attract much notice when presented in a juried situation or to a gallery.

You can find yourself backed into a corner of "this is what I do"

Could you bring in a contrasting aspect to the work? Perhaps consider the concrete world in relation to the ephemeral--this does not deny your interest in the ephemeral but gives it
additional depth and meaning. Part of the painting more solid, or maybe diptychs of contrasting panels? Or simply exploring the duality in completely separate works.

Idea of chaos/order—many artists fall into one aspect or the other but what about finding a
way to include both sides of the duality in your work? Ordered chaos, or broken order?

]]> Episode 53: Selecting A Workshop https://messystudio.fireside.fm/53 d6175721-9641-4068-92f7-e25e1ba4fc70 Sat, 05 Jan 2019 03:00:00 -0600 Rebecca Crowell 53 Selecting A Workshop full Rebecca Crowell Rebecca and Ross discuss choosing a workshop and how to get the most out of the workshop experience. 35:48 no Rebecca and Ross discuss choosing a workshop and how to get the most out of the workshop experience. www.squeegeepress.com www.rebeccacrowell.com www.facebook.com/messystudiopodcast Rebecca Crowell, Art, workshops Rebecca and Ross discuss choosing a workshop and how to get the most out of the workshop experience.

www.squeegeepress.com
www.rebeccacrowell.com
www.facebook.com/messystudiopodcast

]]> Rebecca and Ross discuss choosing a workshop and how to get the most out of the workshop experience.

www.squeegeepress.com
www.rebeccacrowell.com
www.facebook.com/messystudiopodcast

]]> Episode 41: Workshops Abroad https://messystudio.fireside.fm/41 dbd1a2b2-6461-433a-89ea-5380723c5925 Sat, 29 Sep 2018 12:15:00 -0500 Rebecca Crowell 41 Workshops Abroad full Rebecca Crowell Janice Mason Steeves joins Rebecca Crowell once again to discuss their workshop in Spain and the advantages of teaching, learning, and creating abroad. Janice also shares plans for her upcoming Workshops in Wild Places. 28:52 no Janice Mason Steeves joins Rebecca Crowell once again to discuss their workshop in Spain and the advantages of teaching, learning, and creating abroad. Janice also shares plans for her upcoming Workshops in Wild Places. Guest Website: http://janicemasonsteeves.com Flores del Camino: www.floresdelcamino.com www.rebeccacrowell.com www.squeegeepress.com www.facebook.com/messystudiopodcast Special Guest: Janice Mason Steeves. Rebecca Crowell, Art, Travel, Spain, workshops Janice Mason Steeves joins Rebecca Crowell once again to discuss their workshop in Spain and the advantages of teaching, learning, and creating abroad. Janice also shares plans for her upcoming Workshops in Wild Places.

Guest Website:
http://janicemasonsteeves.com

Flores del Camino:
www.floresdelcamino.com

www.rebeccacrowell.com

www.squeegeepress.com

www.facebook.com/messystudiopodcast

Special Guest: Janice Mason Steeves.

]]> Janice Mason Steeves joins Rebecca Crowell once again to discuss their workshop in Spain and the advantages of teaching, learning, and creating abroad. Janice also shares plans for her upcoming Workshops in Wild Places.

Guest Website:
http://janicemasonsteeves.com

Flores del Camino:
www.floresdelcamino.com

www.rebeccacrowell.com

www.squeegeepress.com

www.facebook.com/messystudiopodcast

Special Guest: Janice Mason Steeves.

]]> Episode 9: All About Teaching, Part 2: The Workshop Experience https://messystudio.fireside.fm/9 c79b30f3-1c41-4eb2-ae03-2b92f1043fc4 Sat, 17 Feb 2018 15:00:00 -0600 Rebecca Crowell 9 All About Teaching, Part 2: The Workshop Experience full Rebecca Crowell Rebecca and Ross continue their discussion on teaching. This episode focuses the intense and highly focused personal interaction that takes place during a workshop. 32:53 no Rebecca and Ross continue their discussion on teaching. This episode focuses more on workshops, and the intense and highly focused personal interaction that takes place during a workshop. Ross and Rebecca clash over minimalism. During the discussion they shockingly confuse the work of one color field minimalist with another. The piece Ross was thinking of was "Red, Yellow, Blue II" by Ellsworth Kelly which can be seen at the Milwaukee Art Museum (http://collection.mam.org/details.php?id=8007), and not "Who's Afraid of Red, Yellow, and Blue IV" by Barnett Newman. It hangs at the Berlin Nationalgalerie and sadly, Ross has never seen it in person. ** The Messy Bulletin Board! ** James Scherbarth: James Edward Scherbarth will be at Peninsula School of Art in beautiful Door County, WI this June. Jim will be offering an introduction to Abstract Painting with Oil & Cold Wax Medium utilizing his Process-Purpose-Passion approach to meaningful abstract painting. The class is June 11 – 14, 2018. Complete details and registration are available through both Jim’s website: www.jamesedwardscherbarth.com and the school’s website : www.peninsulaschoolofart.org see their workshop page. Janice Mason Steeves: Learn the principles of cold wax medium in a workshop with renowned Canadian artist Janice Mason Steeves. Translating her mastery of technique, composition, and design into an accessible format, Mason Steeves helps students nurture and develop their own creative voice. She also accepts students for her online art mentoring program which offers honest, constructive, one-on-one feedback to help students and professional artists alike move their work forward. Learn more at http://janicemasonsteeves.com Ross Ticknor: Many of you have commented that you love Ross' voice. If you would like to hear more of his buttery smooth vocalizations, check out one of the audiobooks he has narrated. They are available on Amazaon, Audible, and iTunes. His favorite is "Headhunters From Outerspace" by Brett McCormick, a mind bending interdimensional sci-fi adventure set in Alvarado, Texas. Find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Headhunters-from-Outer-Space/dp/B06WWFTF86/ref=tmmaudswatch0?encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=&dpID=51i4R-WHwEL&preST=SX342QL70_&dpSrc=detail Rebecca and Ross continue their discussion on teaching. This episode focuses more on workshops, and the intense and highly focused personal interaction that takes place during a workshop. Ross and Rebecca clash over minimalism. During the discussion they shockingly confuse the work of one color field minimalist with another. The piece Ross was thinking of was "Red, Yellow, Blue II" by Ellsworth Kelly which can be seen at the Milwaukee Art Museum (http://collection.mam.org/details.php?id=8007), and not "Who's Afraid of Red, Yellow, and Blue IV" by Barnett Newman. It hangs at the Berlin Nationalgalerie and sadly, Ross has never seen it in person.

**

The Messy Bulletin Board!

**

James Scherbarth:

James Edward Scherbarth will be at Peninsula School of Art in beautiful Door County, WI this June.

Jim will be offering an introduction to Abstract Painting with Oil & Cold Wax Medium utilizing his Process-Purpose-Passion approach to meaningful abstract painting.

The class is June 11 – 14, 2018. Complete details and registration are available through both Jim’s website: www.jamesedwardscherbarth.com and the school’s website : www.peninsulaschoolofart.org see their workshop page.

Janice Mason Steeves:

Learn the principles of cold wax medium in a workshop with renowned Canadian artist Janice Mason Steeves. Translating her mastery of technique, composition, and design into an accessible format, Mason Steeves helps students nurture and develop their own creative voice.

She also accepts students for her online art mentoring program which offers honest, constructive, one-on-one feedback to help students and professional artists alike move their work forward.

Learn more at http://janicemasonsteeves.com

Ross Ticknor:

Many of you have commented that you love Ross' voice. If you would like to hear more of his buttery smooth vocalizations, check out one of the audiobooks he has narrated. They are available on Amazaon, Audible, and iTunes. His favorite is "Headhunters From Outerspace" by Brett McCormick, a mind bending interdimensional sci-fi adventure set in Alvarado, Texas.

Find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Headhunters-from-Outer-Space/dp/B06WWFTF86/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=&dpID=51i4R-WHwEL&preST=_SX342_QL70_&dpSrc=detail

]]> Rebecca and Ross continue their discussion on teaching. This episode focuses more on workshops, and the intense and highly focused personal interaction that takes place during a workshop. Ross and Rebecca clash over minimalism. During the discussion they shockingly confuse the work of one color field minimalist with another. The piece Ross was thinking of was "Red, Yellow, Blue II" by Ellsworth Kelly which can be seen at the Milwaukee Art Museum (http://collection.mam.org/details.php?id=8007), and not "Who's Afraid of Red, Yellow, and Blue IV" by Barnett Newman. It hangs at the Berlin Nationalgalerie and sadly, Ross has never seen it in person.

**

The Messy Bulletin Board!

**

James Scherbarth:

James Edward Scherbarth will be at Peninsula School of Art in beautiful Door County, WI this June.

Jim will be offering an introduction to Abstract Painting with Oil & Cold Wax Medium utilizing his Process-Purpose-Passion approach to meaningful abstract painting.

The class is June 11 – 14, 2018. Complete details and registration are available through both Jim’s website: www.jamesedwardscherbarth.com and the school’s website : www.peninsulaschoolofart.org see their workshop page.

Janice Mason Steeves:

Learn the principles of cold wax medium in a workshop with renowned Canadian artist Janice Mason Steeves. Translating her mastery of technique, composition, and design into an accessible format, Mason Steeves helps students nurture and develop their own creative voice.

She also accepts students for her online art mentoring program which offers honest, constructive, one-on-one feedback to help students and professional artists alike move their work forward.

Learn more at http://janicemasonsteeves.com

Ross Ticknor:

Many of you have commented that you love Ross' voice. If you would like to hear more of his buttery smooth vocalizations, check out one of the audiobooks he has narrated. They are available on Amazaon, Audible, and iTunes. His favorite is "Headhunters From Outerspace" by Brett McCormick, a mind bending interdimensional sci-fi adventure set in Alvarado, Texas.

Find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Headhunters-from-Outer-Space/dp/B06WWFTF86/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=&dpID=51i4R-WHwEL&preST=_SX342_QL70_&dpSrc=detail

]]> Episode 8: All About Teaching, Part 1 https://messystudio.fireside.fm/8 662404cb-1c3c-41c8-a453-7e36d620627e Sat, 10 Feb 2018 10:00:00 -0600 Rebecca Crowell 8 All About Teaching, Part 1 full Rebecca Crowell Rebecca and Ross discuss Rebecca's second career: teaching. 33:12 no Rebecca shares her history as a teacher, both in a University setting and in workshops. She describes why an artist might consider a career as a teacher, and how to get started. http://rebeccacrowell.com https://www.coldwaxbook.com https://www.facebook.com/MessyStudioPodcast/ Rebecca shares her history as a teacher, both in a University setting and in workshops. She describes why an artist might consider a career as a teacher, and how to get started.

http://rebeccacrowell.com
https://www.coldwaxbook.com
https://www.facebook.com/MessyStudioPodcast/

]]> Rebecca shares her history as a teacher, both in a University setting and in workshops. She describes why an artist might consider a career as a teacher, and how to get started.

http://rebeccacrowell.com
https://www.coldwaxbook.com
https://www.facebook.com/MessyStudioPodcast/

]]> Episode 5: Ballinglen Round Table https://messystudio.fireside.fm/5 52f612c1-7090-428c-b8f6-8093f61bf393 Sat, 20 Jan 2018 12:00:00 -0600 Rebecca Crowell 5 Ballinglen Round Table full Rebecca Crowell Rebecca hosts a round table discussion with Úna Forde and Randall Exon at the Ballinglen Arts Foundation in County Mayo, Ireland. 28:50 no Rebecca hosts a round table discussion with Úna Forde and Randall Exon at the Ballinglen Arts Foundation in County Mayo, Ireland. Topics covered include the Ballinglen experience and thoughts on teaching workshops. http://www.ballinglenworkshops.com http://ballinglenartsfoundation.org http://randallexon.com/home.html http://rebeccacrowell.com https://www.coldwaxbook.com Special Guests: Randall Exon and Úna Forde. Rebecca hosts a round table discussion with Úna Forde and Randall Exon at the Ballinglen Arts Foundation in County Mayo, Ireland. Topics covered include the Ballinglen experience and thoughts on teaching workshops.

http://www.ballinglenworkshops.com

http://ballinglenartsfoundation.org

http://randallexon.com/home.html

http://rebeccacrowell.com

https://www.coldwaxbook.com

Special Guests: Randall Exon and Úna Forde.

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Special Guests: Randall Exon and Úna Forde.

]]> Episode 4: Joanna Kidney https://messystudio.fireside.fm/4 d72e2f54-8685-41cb-b75c-8f6b4ec1697b Sat, 13 Jan 2018 08:45:00 -0600 Rebecca Crowell 4 Joanna Kidney full Rebecca Crowell Rebecca takes the Messy Studio Podcast to Ireland where she conducts an interview with Joanna Kidney. This episode was recorded in October, 2017. 33:53 no Rebecca sits down with Joanna Kidney at the Ballinglen Arts Foundation where both were attending a residency. They discuss the ideas behind Joanna's work, her techniques, and some of her large scale installations. This episode was recorded in October 2017. http://www.joannakidney.com http://www.ballinglenworkshops.com http://www.ballinglenartsfoundation.org http://www.rebeccacrowell.com https://www.coldwaxbook.com Special Guest: Joanna Kidney. Rebecca sits down with Joanna Kidney at the Ballinglen Arts Foundation where both were attending a residency. They discuss the ideas behind Joanna's work, her techniques, and some of her large scale installations. This episode was recorded in October 2017.

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Special Guest: Joanna Kidney.

]]> Rebecca sits down with Joanna Kidney at the Ballinglen Arts Foundation where both were attending a residency. They discuss the ideas behind Joanna's work, her techniques, and some of her large scale installations. This episode was recorded in October 2017.

http://www.joannakidney.com

http://www.ballinglenworkshops.com

http://www.ballinglenartsfoundation.org

http://www.rebeccacrowell.com

https://www.coldwaxbook.com

Special Guest: Joanna Kidney.

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