Paint Talks Podcast Episode 2 with Artist and Puppet Maker, Michelle Breedlove Sells
Release Date: 09/24/2020
Ep 163 Lisa Worley of Southern Yankee Designs with Deep in the Arts
Paint Talks Podcast
Lisa Worley was born in upstate New York. Growing up, her mother was an interior designer and Faux finisher and Lisa would go to job sites with her and help her while getting hands-on experience. That’s where her passion for art and interior design began. Lisa has been a Master Faux Finisher for over 25 years. She studied abroad throughout Italy to learn the old master's techniques of a decorative faux finish. Lisa also studied the art of finishing with several well-respected artists in the industry from Gary Lord to Martin Allen Hirsch. In the late 90s, Lisa became a distributor and...
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Ep 162 with Sarah Berry of Sarah Berry & Co the Accidental Entrepreneur
Paint Talks Podcast
Dionne Woods talks with Sarah Berry on the Paint Talks Podcast. Sarah is an entrepreneur, CEO, volunteer, and a support staff to her husband’s small business. But those are her official titles. The most important names she goes by are “mom, wife, daughter, sister," and "friend.” The most challenging, yet rewarding, capacity she has worked in, (just behind motherhood!), has been that of self-employment. Although she has had an entrepreneurial “spark” most of her life, she officially started her small business journey in January 2014, with absolutely no clue what she was doing!...
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Ep 161 Jen Cushman of Soul Stirring Retreats in the South of France
Paint Talks Podcast
Jen Cushman is a natural storyteller drawn to the imperfect, the quirky, the artsy and the authentic. She’s spent 25 years as a mixed-media artist and instructor, authored two jewelry-making books, appeared on numerous DIY television shows as a guest artist and has been widely published in national magazines. Currently, she is a contributing artist on the MadeTV maker network. When the pandemic hit, Jen followed her heart and started a new business called Soul Stir Magic to virtually work one-on-one with clients as an empathic intuitive, reiki energy practitioner and a creativity coach for...
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Ep 160 Brenda Glad with Finding Your Creative Voice at Any Age
Paint Talks Podcast
Dionne Woods talks with Brenda Glad on this week’s Paint Talks Podcast. Brenda was born to create art from her heart just for the love and satisfaction she receives. Brenda loves learning and loves to pass it on whenever she can. Behind a camera, at the potter wheel, sewing, refurbishing old treasures, repurposing items giving them new life, making books, journals, and nichos with handmade religious statues and decorations. Through commission work, Brenda refurbished an antique Spanish Galleon model by creating by hand -- missing wooden parts, replacing all the ratlines, matching paints, and...
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Ep 159 Cover Artist Marlis Dean-Walker on Bold Artistry at Any Age
Paint Talks Podcast
Marlis Walker of “Dare To Be You Designs By Marlis” is a self-taught, late-blooming artist, she started painting canvas at the age of 60. She inspires, encourages, and teaches others to find their creative joy so they can “color outside the lines” in every aspect of their lives while bringing joy and smiles to themselves and others. Marlis says, “Find that creative spark that makes your heart smile and share it with others”. Facebook Instagram YouTube @daretobeyoudesignsbymarlis
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Ep 158 Mansi Makes on Motherhood and Gratitude
Paint Talks Podcast
Mansi is a creativity facilitator guiding women to let go fully, to embrace wholeheartedly, to feel deeply and to paint freely. Mansi encourages women to acknowledge the pressures of the day-to-day and say “not now” when they’re creating art. She helps women see themselves in a new light, love themselves for the unique beings they are, and appreciate the perspective they bring to their art as a result of their own life experiences. Mansi deeply believes that vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness, and creates a safe space for tears, squeals, laughter, anger, frustration and love....
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Episode 157 Kim White of The Mad Cow on Back to Her Roots of Fashion Design
Paint Talks Podcast
Kim White of The Mad Cow, is a multi-faceted artist who loves to experiment with color, pattern, and different mediums. As an upcycle queen, she has a talent for transforming old materials into beautiful works of art. With years of experience in her craft, Kim has developed a passion for teaching workshops and sharing her expertise with others. Kim's energy and enthusiasm are contagious. Her artistic talent is only matched by her love of adventure, as she's often out exploring the great outdoors and discovering new sources of inspiration. Website Facebook Instagram YouTube
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Episode 156 - Reset Your Algorithm Today with Dionne Woods
Paint Talks Podcast
Are you like so many of us and have decided you would like some more positivity showing up in your social media? You have the power to reset your algorithm. It’s true. In her self-care holiday podcast series, Dionne shares three easy tips that you can start today! As part of her mission to empower creatives, Dionne has launched Paint Talks, a podcast designed to share the true, inspiring stories of creatives from all walks of life. Dionne founded The Turquoise Iris Journal, a digital magazine by and for creatives, filled with tutorials, step-by-step projects, and powerful messages of...
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Ep 155 Dionne Woods with 3 Steps to Reframe Your Brain for a Growth Mindset
Paint Talks Podcast
There are many ways to learn to reframe our mental narrative - in this podcast, Dionne shares a visualization exercise that has helped her along her journey. Imagining your brain as wires, you can learn to disconnect the old wires that need to be replaced and then reconnect with new ideas and tools for a growth mindset. Dionne Woods is an artist, business owner, and creative business coach. In her work, she uses her signature layering and blending techniques to create one-of-a-kind statement pieces. Dionne also offers professional tools, paint workshops, and online communities designed...
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Ep 154 Heather Donohue on Building a Ric Rac Inspired Life
Paint Talks Podcast
Heather Donohue is known for her charming, nostalgic take on felt Christmas stockings, tree skirts, ornaments, and other creative commissions. She creates original content and craft projects, and loves leading in-person craft workshops. (They usually include sequins…and treats.) Her craft lab is in Minneapolis, where she lives with her husband, their twins, and cavalier king charles spaniel. Upcoming Events: December 1-3, Julmarknad (YOUL-mark-nod) Handcraft Market & Festival at the American Swedish Institute in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Monday, Dec 11 at noon CT: MadeTV live holiday...
info_outlineDionne chats with her friend and fellow creative, Michelle Breedlove Sells. Michelle is the artist behind By Love Sells on Facebook and Instagram. She is contributing quarterly to the new #IrisJournal by sharing her story of overcoming grief and finding her way back through the ashes. Her powerful story will make you laugh, cry and remind you that love always wins.