Savvy Painter Podcast With Antrese Wood

Are limiting beliefs holding you back from being the artist and person you want to be? Many artists are not satisfied in their art practice but fail to see why they haven't reached the place they want to be. Is it external circumstances or something deeper? On this episode, I’m going to discuss how our underlying belief systems impact what happens in our art studio and how you can take control of your growth. Outline of This Episode [0:54] The reason our feelings are so powerful and how beliefs shape actions [6:42] Why this episode probably applies to you too [10:11] What if being an artist was easy? [17:51] Exploring internal beliefs, limits, and expectations Resources Mentioned on this episode The Savvy Painter Growth Studio The Savvy Painter Community Episode artwork by Lisa Diebboll  This Is How You Take Your Power Back - EP 266  Connect With Antrese On Facebook On Pinterest On Instagram On Twitter

What do you do when it feels like things aren’t happening in your art practice fast enough? Maybe you’ve taken lots of workshops, established a consistent painting practice, and you show up and put in the work, but your painting is just not at the level you think you should be at by now. Should you double down or just be patient with yourself? On this episode, I’m going beyond the understanding that patience is simply having the ability to wait without complaining. I want to offer you a more nuanced definition as it applies to your art and career as well as help you cultivate patience within your art practice and with yourself as you create. Outline of This Episode [2:33] What is patience? [7:22] Signs you are running out of patience [16:53] Why patience goes beyond a simple character trait [18:32] The benefits of patience in your art practice Resources Mentioned on this episode The Savvy Painter Growth Studio The Savvy Painter Community Yes, You Can Create Flow On Purpose - EP 261  Jon Batiste Wins Album

Are you in the messy middle? That part of creating where it starts to get a little uncomfortable or uncertain. Or maybe, that’s how you feel about your art practice as a whole. In any case, you have some decisions to make. On this episode, I’m going to give you insight on how to navigate the messy middle of both individual paintings and plateauing art practices while teaching you how to get to know your inner voice.  Outline of This Episode [0:13] Welcome to the messy middle [1:55] Navigating the messy middle of individual paintings [10:58] Overcoming plateaus in your painting practice [23:36] Getting to know our inner voice Resources Mentioned on this episode The Savvy Painter Growth Studio The Savvy Painter Community Your Art Matters - EP 265  Connect With Antrese On Facebook On Pinterest On Instagram On Twitter

A lot of artists think that if they are not hard on themselves, they won't improve their work. I have a different approach. One that doesn’t leave you feeling like crap. In this episode, I give you some tools that will help you progress faster with your art and have fun while you do it.   When you are not where you want to be with your art, there is a tendency to get a little harsh with yourself. You think punishing yourself will make you work harder. But that just makes you miserable in your studio. In this episode, I tell you what works 1,000 times better - and creates a space for you to have fun in the studio again (while getting your work done). Our art must come from a place of love. A love for the art and a love for the artist who makes it. This philosophy goes beyond positive thinking.  There is a misconception that simply having positive thoughts fixes everything. But that doesn’t work. Because when people think “just be optimistic” is the solution, they ignore, push down, or gloss over what seems neg

One of the most underrated qualities of a successful art practice is consistency. There is an insane amount of power that comes from showing up to your studio on good days, bad days, and all the days in between. On this episode, get a taste of what it’s like to be part of the Savvy Painter Community as I share a Mindset Monday talk about creating an art practice that you can rely on. Outline of This Episode [1:23] The consequences of an inconsistent art practice and the struggle to find balance in the studio.  [6:10] Taking advantage of the Domino Effect in your art studio [14:49] Why kindness patience, and trust should be critical to your art practice [17:33] The rewards of consistency and creating an upward spiral Resources Mentioned on this episode The Savvy Painter Growth Studio The Savvy Painter Community Domino Chain Reaction (Video) Connect With Antrese On Facebook On Pinterest On Instagram On Twitter

The Savvy Painter Podcast is officially 8 years old! I thought this would be the perfect opportunity to talk about why I do what I do. I’m often asked why I devote so much time and energy to helping other artists. The short answer is that it’s my passion. On this episode, I’ll discuss the long answer and share snippets of conversations with other artists discussing my WHY, art’s impact on humanity, and the power of invitation. Outline of This Episode [2:37] What’s your dollar amount to stop making art?  [5:28] My WHY and what separates dreamers from doers.  [10:57] Creativity as human nature and fighting to keep art in the culture [20:55] The artist’s invitation  Resources Mentioned on this episode The Savvy Painter Growth Studio The Savvy Painter Community Eduardo Galeano’s books Un Mar de Fueguitos video Connect With Antrese On Facebook On Pinterest On Instagram On Twitter

How do I become the artist I’ve always wanted to be? Asking that question can be dangerous because often the answer isn’t for the faint of heart. Working on ourselves isn’t always easy, but it’s always worth the effort. On this episode, I want to show you how to hold space for what is and what will be in your art journey and how to take steps right now to build the future you. Outline of This Episode [1:45] How our habits impact our results [4:01] The power of belief over doubt in your art practice [11:16] Holding space for the future YOU [16:45] Why “fake it till you make it” is bad advice Become who you are  What we consistently do, day in and day out is what creates excellence. It's our habits, our processes, and the things that we do in the studio that create our results. All the small steps we take to learn color, to become better at composition, to become fluent in the language of brushstrokes…each brushstroke informs the next and each painting informs the painting we do after that. The shorthand we e

Many artists are surprised by the results of their art practice. Despite feeling like they have put in the proper time and effort for success, the outcome doesn’t meet their expectations. They may even feel it’s unfair that other people have achieved more than them in a smaller amount of time. This is what I call “disempowered thinking”! On this episode, I want to help empower you when it comes to making art. I want to teach you how to stop giving your power away and make the changes needed to see positive results. Outline of This Episode [1:38] When the outcome and the expectation don’t match [4:29] Taking responsibility for the results of your art practice [07:53] Separating thoughts from actions to see results [14:12] Getting rid of the artist’s martyr complex and choosing how you respond to discomfort [18:43] Why many artists give up and what you need to keep going Your results are in direct proportion to the actions you take If you’re brutally honest with yourself, you may notice that you haven’t been

Last week, I talked about how we find meaning in our art practice by connecting the dots of our art journey. This week, I want to connect a few more of those dots and talk about why sharing your work matters so much. I’ll dive into why sharing your art makes it better and how it can actually change the world. We’ll also take an in-depth look into how we need both sides of our brain to produce our best work. Outline of This Episode [0:40] What expands your mind also expands your art [4:23] Why sharing your art makes it better [6:14] How to change the world with your art [7:30] Using both sides of our brain in the process of making and sharing art  Embracing the process So many artists that I talk to believe that their art doesn’t matter. I am 100% convinced that not only does your art matter to you, but it also matters to us. ALL of us. I also understand that my belief doesn’t help someone going through a funk. This episode might inspire someone for a week, however lasting change only happens when we can hol

Every artist wants to produce meaningful work. Yet the pressure to constantly do so can be an ironic obstacle to creating art that is meaningful. I want to help alleviate that pressure by showing you that meaningful work doesn’t always need to make a big statement. On this episode, I’ll dive into why that is, how to create our own meaning, and why you might be painting for the wrong people. Outline of This Episode [0:55] The artist’s unnecessary burden [4:37] Appreciating the small moments [10:00] Being the source of your own meaning [18:00] Painting for your people and not your critics [21:10] Listening to your voice Identifying negative thinking Art is about making sense of what it means to be human and then sharing that with the world. It’s all about connection. Artists want to create meaningful work. They want their work to make an impact and help people feel things or stir their thoughts. However, it’s easy for artists to feel like they have to say something deep or revolutionary all the time with thei

Have you ever felt like an hourglass that’s always running out? Of time? Of ideas? Of patience? You may be struggling with a scarcity mindset. It truly damages our ability to create with confidence and find our voice. On this episode, I want to dive into why we as artists feel like we don’t have enough, the differences between scarcity and abundance, and how to rewire your brain so you can thrive creatively.   Outline of This Episode [0:50] The relationship between time and a scarcity mindset [6:38] Creating from abundance [12:22] Breaking out of the “fight or flight” response [13:07] How scarcity and abundance impact our ideas [21:56] Why choosing abundance changes everything   A picture of scarcity Most of us struggle with time. We’ve all felt like there is not enough time in the day to get everything done on our list. However, when a scarcity mindset takes over, our brains become a broken record, constantly telling us how busy we are and that we have so much to do. We start hoarding our time and get supe

Do you like your art or yourself as an artist? Do you believe you're good enough? I think too many creators would answer those questions NO. Despite a mountain of evidence to the contrary! On this episode, I’m going to tackle why it can be such a struggle to feel good about our art and how we can change our mindset and embrace our potential.   Outline of This Episode [0:34] Exploring the artist’s mental struggle [8:10] Identifying negative thought patterns  [15:10] Dealing with imposter syndrome and creative anxiety  [18:38] Going to the source and getting to know your mind  [20:04] Why perfection is overrated  [24:21] The most important thing we create as artists   Whatever you believe gets multiplied I often hear people say that If they can only finish the painting or sell enough pieces, THEN they’ll feel accomplished, validated, or credible as an artist. These things represent a desire to feel good enough as an artist. Even if there are aspects of your art-making that can improve, achieving those things

Have you ever found yourself in a flow state while creating? A place where distractions don’t exist and all of your creativity is available to you. Is it something you struggle to duplicate with consistency? On this episode, I’m going to define what a flow state is, how we experience it, why it matters to our practice, and how to create it on purpose.  Outline of This Episode [0:38] What is flow? [3:31] Why and how we experience flow states as artists [12:21] Connecting the dots between flow and confidence [13:33] Why flow matters in your practice [19:15] Creating flow on purpose Going with the flow Ok, so what is flow? We hear fellow artists talking about it all the time like it’s a mystical force that shows up to our studio on a whim, but is it really like magic? While it certainly can feel that way, it’s actually far more practical. Childhood is often filled with flow states. I remember getting lost for hours drawing, playing, and figuring out puzzles. I was completely engrossed in whatever I was doing t

As someone who works with many different artists, I see too many who don’t trust themselves. It shows up in subtle ways and usually manifests as feelings of helplessness and inadequacy. Much of this struggle can be attributed to the fact that they don’t trust the unique voice inside of them. Or they are completely unaware that this voice exists in the first place. On this episode, I want to challenge how you think about your confidence as an artist. I want you to feel empowered to create again. Don’t waste another second weighed down by self-doubt! Outline of This Episode [0:52] The power of believing in your own capacity to “figure it out” [11:51] Learning to trust your own opinion and listen to your voice [25:55] Getting the most out of your “one wild and precious life” [31:07] Loving yourself and sharing your art Making one mark after the other Life doesn’t come with an instruction manual. It would be great if there was a book that told us how to be successful in any situation, but it seems to be missing

We ALL have multi-faceted lives. We are both artists AND a plethora of other wonderful things. Parents. Partners. Siblings. Friends. Do you ever feel like your art is constantly on the back burner to everything else in your life? Like your creativity is getting lost in a sea of everyone else’s needs and wants? I’ve been there and I want to help you find a healthy balance so that every area of your life gets the attention it deserves. Join me as I share five reasons why it feels like making art should always come last.   Outline of This Episode [0:56] Signs you are putting your creativity in last place [3:29] Learning how to say NO [5:52] Breaking down self-care stigmas [9:46] Why you never have time for yourself [16:58] Breaking the people-pleasing cycle [23:41] Why your art is valuable   Your time is valuable  Have you ever said to yourself, “I would love to make more art, but I just don’t have enough time.” If that sounds like you, may I offer this paradigm shift? You do, in fact, have enough time. You ju

As artists, we all want our work to matter — for us and for those who enjoy it. But that “want” or desire can be more than it appears at first glance. It can be a false desire that drives us in strange and unprofitable directions, OR it can be a true desire that moves us to a place of commitment. Results come when we are committed, when we are willing to take repeated action consistently for as long as it takes. You manage your mindset and become the person who figures it out. The BONUS is that when you do achieve your desire you will have learned new skill sets and built new habits that enable you to build future success easier, faster, and with greater skill. This episode is about that. Outline of This Episode [0:06] A topic you may not think about often, but can create incredible results [0:35] Definitions are always helpful: false and true desires  [4:49] Filling our art with our true selves (true desire)  [6:41] Why it’s important to know the difference between true and false desires [9:10] How desires

Do you feel that your art simply isn’t good enough yet? Is it your belief that artists always struggle to make ends meet? Are there skills or techniques that you feel you simply can’t do well? Is it common for you to believe that you don’t have enough time to work on your art? These are common beliefs that I hear from members of the Savvy Painter Community on a regular basis. In this episode, I want to get out the magnifying glass and take a deeper look at what we believe and to question those beliefs. Why? So we can identify the beliefs we have that are not serving us, holding us back, or limiting our creativity and success.  Outline of This Episode [0:14] A peek into my world here in Argentina [0:57] How beliefs impact the way we live and do our art [4:10] Beliefs usually come to us from outside influences [8:57] We become what we believe — how it works and why it matters [11:13] Empowering beliefs shared by Savvy Painter Community members [14:51] Beliefs that create results that are not so positive [19:00

What would you say is the greatest tool you have in your studio. Don’t look down the page to see what I think it is… take a moment to answer the question for yourself. Is it your brushes? The canvas in the corner? The turntable that spins the vinyl you listen to while painting? Honestly answer, what is the most important thing in your studio? In this episode, I want to walk you through my discovery that the most important tool I have as an artist is none of those things. The most important tool you have is not even talked about in most art classes. What is it? Keep reading and listen to this episode… Outline of This Episode [0:05] A transformational year for me and the work I’ve been doing with artists [1:32] Your brain is the most powerful tool you have in your studio [10:25] Your thoughts are the obstacle and that’s good news [11:59] My results from making this mental tweak [12:44] An example: You can’t figure out what’s wrong with a painting [13:30] Another example: I have to make this painting work [15:3