Prepare to navigate the transformative tide of technology in the arts with Alison Nearpass from Arteza, who guides us through the labyrinth of ethical and creative challenges posed by AI's foray into visual artistry. This episode promises a rich exploration of the "real art" campaign's crusade to uphold the sanctity of human creativity against the surge of digital art-making. We're dissecting the community's response to AI-generated art in competitions, the importance of protecting artists' r...

Picture yourself diving into the vibrant world of crafting, armed with the highest quality cutting tools, and surrounded by a sea of yellow - a color that has become synonymous with creativity and inspiration. In our latest episode, we welcome Yvonne Busdeker, the brand channel manager for OLFA, a trailblazer in the realm of cutting tools, and we venture into the vast universe of crafting. Yvonne shares profound insights about OLFA's quality products with a special focus on their Pro Se...

Ever wondered how a renowned artist's journey unfolds? This episode has you covered as we invite the versatile and highly talented Drew Steinbrecher, a collage, printmaking and fiber artist, with an unshakeable connection to the influence of the historic German Bauhaus design school. In an immersive conversation, Drew shares his artistic voyage, from his first tryst with design in high school to his degree in graphic design, onto his evolution as a distinct artist in the world of collages. Ge...

Just imagine a journey through time, revealing the captivating story of a renowned company in the art supply industry, Speedball. We have the pleasure of hosting David Valliere, VP of Marketing and Business Development at Speedball, whose insights are sure to pique your interest. David recounts Speedball's evolution from its quaint origin in 1899 as the Hunt Penn Company to its impressive expansion under Walt Glazer’s ownership, focusing on US manufacturing. Ever wondered how a company...

Prepare to be entranced as we navigate the intricate world of Natural Pigments, unraveling the captivating tale behind the creation of historically accurate art supplies. Founded by George and Tatiana in a humble garage, this innovative company has passionately committed to crafting art supplies that mirror their historical counterparts. With a range of unique products that include dry powder pigments and pigments pre-dispersed in water, they source natural pigments from every corner of the g...

Prepare to immerse yourself into the textural world of washi, as we reveal secrets about its traditional hand-making process right through to its commercial production. We are joined by the charming Victor Vélez, founder and CEO of Hobby Art International Supply, a man with a deep passion for washi paper and tapes. Victor enlightens us on how adhesive washi sheets are revolutionizing card making and why they're a notch above the regular washi tape. He takes us through the intricate details of...

Brace yourselves as we embark on an artistic journey with Joe Souder, the creative pulse behind the Art Store in Syracuse, New York. Join us as he peels back the canvas on the ever-evolving trends in the art world, especially in these tumultuous times. The pandemic has spun the color wheel and pushed people toward traditional media and art forms. Joe, with the heart of a true artist, encourages everyone to embrace the change and fearlessly experiment with new materials. This episode isn't ju...

Get ready to unlock your creativity with the queen of card crafting herself, Justine Hovey! In a delightful conversation, Justine walks us through her journey as a self-taught artist who found her niche in card making. She shares the secrets behind her transition from scrapbooking enthusiast to YouTube's most-loved card maker, and her passion for teaching this understated art form. And if you think you need fine art skills to express yourself creatively, Justine's wonderful insights will sure...

Imagine painting a masterpiece from discarded material. Listen in as we engage with Steve Ross, the brainchild behind Encore Artistic Solutions. He's turning the art industry upside down, transforming waste into a source of creative inspiration, acrylic paint. Steve takes us through his innovative journey of product design, where he turned a neglected waste stream of architectural paint (house paint) into a captivating product line named 'Tomorrow's Artist'. With the aid of 15 artists from di...

Get ready to spin the roulette wheel with Stephen Gunn & Mary Gunn FUNN, the brilliant minds behind the YouTube sensation Craft Roulette. Picture a show where artistry meets chance and creativity is put to the test live on air! Every week, a guest crafter hops on board and lets the wheel decide the course of their project. This cheeky, unpredictable show has taken the internet by storm, growing from a humble audience of 10 to thousands of dedicated viewers spanning the globe in a span of ...