Best Fineart Podcasts (2025)

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In the Zone: Artists Talk Flow State (and Losing Track of Time) 47:52

1d ago47:52

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Have you ever been so immersed in your painting that you completely lost track of time? That magical moment where everything clicks, the inner critic goes quiet, and it feels like the brush is moving on its own? That’s what we’re diving into today—flow state. But here’s the twist: is flow always a good thing? Or can it actually hold you back from e…

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WM-489: Good Habits are the Enemy of Silly Mistakes | Photography Clips Podcast 4:06

3d ago4:06

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How many times have you snapped a few pictures from the hip only to realize the lens cap is still on? How many times have you taken a few photographs, only to come back later and find spots and smudges in them because your lens had a fingerprint or dust on it? I know these sorts of things have happened to me more often than I’d like to admit. Podca…

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Episode 329: Your Studio Is a Lab – Teaching with Curiosity & Care with Alexandra Petropoulos 45:13

11d ago45:13

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Flute 360 | Episode 329: “Your Studio Is a Lab – Teaching with Curiosity & Care with Alexandra Petropoulos” Have you ever wished your flute studio felt more joyful, creative, and… human? In today’s episode, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay sits down with Alexandra Petropoulos—aka The Flute Nerd—to unpack how your studio can become a supportive, experimental, an…

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WM-488: The Dangers of Sunk Cost Fallacy | Photography Clips Podcast 4:35

14d ago4:35

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If you’ve never heard of “sunk cost fallacy,” I’ll take this opportunity to explain it. It’s a phenomenon that happens when you’ve invested in something so that you’re unwilling to stop pursuing that thing. Among gamblers, the idea is that if they keep betting another few bucks, eventually, they’ll win. They’ve sunk too much into their evening of g…

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Episode 328: Finding Your Flute Voice – How Rabbit, Tigger, and Owl See You with Erin Rauch, Part 10 47:28

1M ago47:28

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Flute 360 | Episode 328: “Finding Your Flute Voice - How Rabbit, Tigger, and Owl See You with Erin Rauch” (Part 10) Flute 360 podcast episode featuring Erin Rauch – a flutist, VA, and life coach helping creative artists overcome self-doubt and carve out their unique paths. What if the clarity you’re craving isn’t found in a technique book—but in th…

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Episode 327: Stop Blending In—Be the Flutist Everyone Remembers, Part 9 45:46

1M ago45:46

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Flute 360 | Episode 327: "Stop Blending In – Be the Flutist Everyone Remembers" (Part 9) Do you feel like your unique talents are getting lost in the noise? In today's episode, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay and Eric Jay Begay pull back the curtain on what it truly means to stand out as a flutist and creative artist. They explore how embracing your unique qua…

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Episode 326: Creative Flow & Strategic Planning with Eric Jay Begay, Part 8 38:22

1M ago38:22

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Flute 360 | Episode 326: "Creative Flow and Strategic Planning with Eric J. Begay” (Part 8) Are you struggling to find the perfect time and space for creativity in your busy life? In today's episode, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay and Eric J. Begay dive deep into practical strategies for unlocking your creative flow—even amid life's chaos. Whether you're look…

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Publishing at the Lit & Phil 1:03:15

1M ago1:03:15

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In an earlier episode, we met the founder of the new Sunderland Lit and Phil Society, Auburn Langley. This group now host monthly panel discussions - talking about issues and challenges that affect people in Sunderland across a range of sectors. From now onwards, they’re in Pop Recs, but we were there for last month’s Lit and Phil in the place wher…

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Episode 325: Stop Undervaluing Your Creativity – How to Sell Your Projects with Confidence, Part 7 22:42

1M ago22:42

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Flute 360 | Episode 325: “Stop Undervaluing Your Creativity – How to Sell Your Projects with Confidence!” (Part 7) What if the only thing standing between you and your next big leap as a musician…is your belief in the value of your work? In this heart-to-heart episode, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay challenges the outdated systems in our music training that h…

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WM-487: Opportunities are Fleeting | Photography Clips Podcast 3:51

1M ago3:51

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One day seems like the perfect day for some fall photography—the leaves are beautiful, the sun is shining—but you don’t have the time that day because life’s other demands are calling. The next day? It’s snowing! That’s a picture-perfect example of how opportunities can truly be fleeting. Sometimes, we miss photographic opportunities because we thi…

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Finding Joy and Creative Possibility in Unfinished Work 33:44

1M ago33:44

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Do you often feel guilty or frustrated when you see a piece of unfinished art in your studio? Instead of seeing that as proof of something wrong with you or your art practice, let’s transform your relationship with your works-in-progress and unlock new (and often overlooked) possibilities! In this episode of the Savvy Painter Podcast, learn how unf…

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Episode 324: Market Your Magic - Sharing Your Creative Work with Confidence, Part 6 17:16

1M ago17:16

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Flute 360 | Episode 324: “Market Your Magic – Sharing Your Creative Work with Confidence” (Part 6) How do you share your creative or musical work with the world…without feeling awkward, salesy, or unsure of yourself? In this powerful episode, Heidi flips the script on what it means to market your music. Whether you're an educator with a new teachin…

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Episode 323: Done Is Better Than Perfect – The Power of Following Through, Part 5 7:56

2M ago7:56

7:56

Flute 360 | Episode 323: “Done Is Better Than Perfect – The Power of Following Through” (Part 5) Are you sitting on a brilliant idea for a flute project, but struggling to bring it to the finish line? In this empowering solo episode, Heidi speaks to the flutist who’s halfway through writing a book, sketching out a course, or mapping out a tour—but …

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Episode 7: Pearl Cicci: From Burnout to Alignment - Tapping into Your Creative Power 18:54

2M ago18:54

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Pearl Cicci joins me in this episode to explore a powerful truth: your creativity lives in your body. A dancer, coach, and speaker, Pearl has guided countless high-achieving women back to their core through mindset work, somatic practices, and simple, powerful movement. We talk about how she went from working in hospitals to leading women through d…

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Episode 6: From Emulation to Emotional Mastery: How Joel & Justyna Found Their True Style 1:08:59

2M ago1:08:59

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Early in their career, Joel & Justyna were chasing trends and mimicking others. Today, they create with clarity, confidence, and intention—delivering work that resonates on a deeply human level. In this episode, they share how they moved from imitation to originality, how they stay connected to their creative instincts, and why they believe presenc…

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WM-486: Seize the Day | Photography Clips Podcast 3:31

2M ago3:31

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There’s one big aspect of creativity that tends to get lost in the shuffle of everything else. We spend a lot of time thinking about how to think in innovative ways or learning new techniques and approaches to art. In all of this discussion about creativity and how to be creative, we lose sight of the fundamental fact that creativity is often about…

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Episode 322: From Overwhelm to Focus — Doubling Down on What Truly Matters, Part 4 16:02

2M ago16:02

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Flute 360 | Episode 322: “From Overwhelm to Focus – Doubling Down on What Truly Matters” (Part 4) After countless creative ideas and the constant challenge juggling everyday life, many modern flutists feel stuck—unable to bring their art to life and achieve both creative and financial fulfillment. In this empowering episode, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay sha…

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Episode 5: The Future of Photo Editing: How AI Is Saving Photographers Hours (with James Broadbent) 37:41

2M ago37:41

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Unbelievably, only 1-2% of photographers using Lightroom are taking advantage of AI right now. After this conversation with James Broadbent - wedding photographer and founder of Narrative - I’m convinced that’s going to change. We talk about how Narrative’s tools (Select, Edit, and Publish) are helping photographers get their time back, reduce burn…

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Episode 4: Justine Milton: Mastering Film, Hybrid Workflows & The Art of Consistency 29:58

2M ago29:58

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In this episode, I sit down with Calgary-based photographer Justine Milton to talk all things film, hybrid workflows, and the pursuit of consistency behind the camera. From booking her first wedding off a Kijiji ad to becoming one of Canada’s go-to names in hybrid photography, Justine’s journey is full of lessons for any photographer looking to gro…

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Episode 3: Tessa Shannon on Taking Big Swings in Business, Style & Self-Belief 23:10

2M ago23:10

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In this episode, I sit down with Tessa Shannon, a destination wedding photographer whose career has been shaped by bold moves, evolving creativity, and trusting her gut. From shooting $50 sessions in Vancouver to building a thriving business across Australia, New Zealand, the Philippines, and now the U.S., Tessa shares her real journey: the risks, …

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Episode 2: Graeme of Grey House Visuals on Shooting with Intention 25:17

2M ago25:17

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Graeme isn’t just filming weddings, he’s telling stories that last. As the filmmaker behind Grey House Visuals, Graeme has built a reputation for capturing the quiet, honest, deeply emotional moments that define a wedding day. In this episode, we talk about how he and his partner Tricia approach storytelling as a team, what it means to shoot with t…

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WM-485: Extreme Familiarity | Photography Clips Podcast 3:43

2M ago3:43

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Here’s something I’ve discussed before, though when I last spoke about it, it was a bit different. It’s the idea that we must get to know our surroundings or subjects to photograph them most effectively. Today, I’m framing it a bit differently because we photographers have a habit of always going after something new. New places, new subjects—we wan…

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Episode 1: You Don’t Need Permission to Evolve – Cara Mia on Art, Identity & Letting Go 44:48

2M ago44:48

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Cara Mia joins me as we kick of Season 7 of the ARC Podcast for a powerful conversation about transformation, artistry, and what it means to show up - honestly and wholeheartedly. We talk about the messy middle: the seasons where the hustle stops working, and you're called to slow down, reassess, and reconnect with your why. Cara shares her path fr…

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WM-484: The Best Laid Plans | Photography Clips Podcast 3:30

2M ago3:30

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Adaptability—Being adaptable is one of the key parts of being a photographer. There are a few different ways to look at this, too. Being flexible can apply to the vagaries of daily life, the things we photograph, and even the techniques and styles we use to create our photographs. On the day-to-day level, being adaptable means being able to roll wi…

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Episode 321: Knowing Your Genius – Discovering Your Unique Creative Path, Part 3 7:17

2M ago7:17

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Flute 360 | Episode 321: “Knowing Your Genius – Discovering Your Unique Creative Path, Part 3” Embrace your unique gifts, uncover your God-given talents, and find your place in the flute community. In this episode, Heidi guides you through the concept of “chiseling away” fear and doubt—like Michelangelo sculpting David—to reveal your authentic, cre…

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The Slow Art Revolution — Because Instant Results Are a Scam 21:53

2M ago21:53

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Art is inherently slow. It demands time, thought, and presence, so embracing that slowness is essential for creating meaningful work and maintaining your artistic well-being. Yet, many artists feel behind in their art journey because they’re not producing fast enough. In this episode of the Savvy Painter Podcast, I’ll challenge the idea that faster…

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Episode 320: Permission to Pivot – Stepping into Your Element, Part 2 9:11

2M ago9:11

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Flute 360 | Episode 320: “Permission to Pivot – Stepping into Your Element, Part 2” After feeling stuck in a traditional path that doesn’t fulfill you, where do you go next? This episode invites you to pivot boldly—whether it’s starting your own teaching studio, creating an online course, or pursuing another creative venture. Discover how to choose…

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Episode 170: Timelessness with Katie Gamb 44:42

2M ago44:42

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Send us a text Join Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa as they sit down with the incredible Katie Gamb for an inspiring artist interview. Katie is known for her stunning oil paintings that blend antique aesthetics with contemporary narratives, creating timeless and captivating scenes of animals and people. In this episode, Katie shares her ar…

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Six Storytellers at Show & Tell 1:28:20

2M ago1:28:20

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Poetry, novels, audio drama, mixed media storytelling, flash fiction, stand-up, and short story writing. The stars just so happened to align at our second Show & Tell back in December, in the creative cafe and clothing store ‘Port Independent’, that every attendee who shared their practice were working with creative writing and storytelling: Poet a…

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Episode 319: From Vision to Reality – Owning Your Creative Path as a Modern Flutist, Part 1 10:27

2M ago10:27

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Flute 360 | Episode 319: “From Vision to Reality – Owning Your Creative Path as a Modern Flutist, Part 1” After a brief hiatus, Flute 360 is back and kicking off a brand-new series! Are you ready to break free from limiting career mindsets and take bold action toward your creative goals? In this first installment, Heidi opens up about the excitemen…

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How to Make Art When You Don’t Feel Like an Artist 27:49

2M ago27:49

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Does staring at a blank canvas sometimes cause you to question your abilities? Many artists (even those you admire) struggle with self-doubt and imposter syndrome, and the current chaotic world only amplifies those feelings. But what if the only thing holding you back is the mere thought that you aren’t an artist? In this episode of the Savvy Paint…

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Episode 169: Spending Time in Nature with Chris Austin 53:32

2M ago53:32

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Send us a text This week on Off the Easel Podcast, Catherine and Skye sit down with the incredible Chris Austin, joining from his home studio in Canada. Known for his mesmerizing gouache paintings on hand-built wood panels and frames, Chris brings to life powerful creatures like sharks and bears in surreal natural settings—often observed by a myste…

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Why Your Art Is Exactly What We Need Right Now 24:39

2M ago24:39

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Why does your art matter when the world feels heavy, uncertain, or even chaotic? If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “Who am I to create right now?”—you’re not alone. But that might be the wrong question. In this episode of the Savvy Painter Podcast, we’re talking about what it means to make art during difficult times. If you’re an artist feeling…

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Episode 168: Artists Dirty Little Secrets 28:37

2M ago28:37

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Send us a text Join Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa for a juicy deep dive into the "dirty little secrets" of the art world. From projectors to apprentices, limited editions, and more, they pull back the curtain on the tricks of the trade—some embraced, others met with judgment. Don't miss this entertaining and eye-opening conversation on t…

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Producing Audio Drama for BBC Radio 4 - Behind the Scenes of William's Castle 46:23

2M ago46:23

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In 1897, a young boy was facing his final days living at the Sunderland Orphan Asylum. He was about to turn 14, and would need to leave the orphanage. He was a choirboy, and during one church service he scribbled down words to the future on the back of an order of service. “Dear friend. Whoever finds this paper, think of William Elliott.” Over a ce…

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WM-483: Searching for Meaning | Photography Clips Podcast 3:22

2M ago3:22

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Searching for meaning is something that most of us photographers do almost by default. After all, that’s the point of creating artwork, isn’t it? To create something meaningful that resonates with the people who enjoy it. And that’s why we spend so much time talking about how to imbue our photographs with meaning. Here is perhaps another way to loo…

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Why Taking Big Risks Can Backfire (and What to Do Instead) 26:09

2M ago26:09

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How often have you heard phrases like, “Go big or go home,” or “Just put yourself out there”? Society loves to advocate for taking big risks. Yet too many end up freezing or avoiding risk-taking entirely when the leap they’re being asked to make feels too big for them. Thankfully, there’s a middle ground between taking a big risk and taking no risk…

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WM-482: Experiential Art | Photography Clips Podcast 3:38

2M ago3:38

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Experience and insight is what makes each of our perspectives unique. No two of us can lead the same life. Even though on the surface, it may seem as if some of us are on very similar paths, we all experience it a little bit differently. Every person will have a different set of successes and failures, joys and hardships, achievements and ambitions…

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Episode 167: Brutalist Architecture with Jessica Hess 49:09

2M ago49:09

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Send us a text Join Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa for an engaging interview with the talented Jessica Hess from Oakland, California. Known for her hyperrealistic paintings of dilapidated buildings, Jessica incorporates elements of pixelation, graffiti, and urban decay in her work. She shares her artistic journey, from early painting less…

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WM-481: Evergreen | Photography Clip Podcast 4:22

3M ago4:22

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We photographers produce an awful lot of content. It’s not just the photographs that we put up to share with the world, but also the words that we publish, too. Many of us run our own businesses or have photography as a side gig or a hobby that we promote via websites, social media, and elsewhere. Some of us just enjoy blogging, so we do that along…

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WM-480: Prints Aren’t Going Anywhere | Photography Clips Podcast 4:21

3M ago4:21

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There’s been a lot of buzz about the “death of prints” in photography. But frankly? Prints aren’t going anywhere. They may become less popular over time as digital technology continues to proliferate, but there will always be a demand for prints. Why is that? Well, some people argue that prints are the only way to preserve photographs forever—thoug…

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