Thank You For Making That

In today's episode Erin discusses the idea of why art matters even in sad and uncertain times. Maybe even ESPECIALLY in sad and uncertain times. Erin refers to teacher and Franciscan Priest Richard Rohr and discusses his book the Naked Now. Rohr writes about a mantra, "Beauty Back," that he developed with help from a poem by Gerard Manley Hopkins called, "the Golden Echo." 

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Erin kicks off Season 2 of Thank You For Making That by discussing how seasons help us welcome new things: mindsets, patterns and creativity. 

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In this episode, Erin talks about age. Specifically, she confronts the idea of age as a limitation. Erin is joined by a special co-host, her 10-year-old son, Griffin who shares an early memory of creativity. 

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Erin talks about artistic voice and about an artist’s unique perspective including four things that make up an artist’s artistic voice: 1. Memories. 2. Ordinary things. 3. Practice. 4. Skills.

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In today's episode, Erin talked to Kyle Marty about his creative practice, the things he likes to cook, a kitchen tool he can’t live without and his new business. 

Erin talks about the importance of things not done both in life and in art. In art, there is a term called “white space,” which refers to the portion of a work of art that is left unmarked. White space brings balance to a piece. Erin tells a story about what she is not doing in her own life and gives a bit of advice about how to tell when your art piece might be finished.

Erin talks to podcast guest Lynda Homan about what it looks like to start an art practice. Lynda is a creative human who has spent her life making art in various forms. Lynda recently began painting and talks about what it looks like in her life.

Erin talks about the things that held up for her during a year of global pandemic and economic recession. She talks about her art practice and running. Erin goes on to reveal the element that has carried her through this year and a skill that may have been honed by survival brain. 

Erin is joined by Artist Michelle Faber to talk about art, healing and the courage to create. A conversation between artists MUST include art supplies and Michelle shares her favorites.

Michelle shares a few favorite artists - featured in the artist spotlight for the week. Be sure to check out links to their work below.

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Erin welcomes ShoreLake Arts Executive Director Lorie Hoffman to talk about what 2020 has looked like for artists and how her organization has pivoted to support the creative community during this time. Lorie goes on to talk about what she sees as the lasting legacy of 2020 and gives a book recommendation for creatives.

Erin welcomes internationally acclaimed artist Justin Hillgrove to the show. Justin has been working as a fine artist since 2005 and joins this episode of the podcast to talk about his own creative journey and how this year has changed his business and his art practice. Justin leaves us something to look forward to and talks 2021 and beyond.

Erin talks about failure and why artists need to get good at failing. She recommends three books as good guides for failure, resilience and authenticity. It’s all about getting back on the horse and using criticism or failure to propel you forward. Erin talks about a lesson from the Great British Baking Show with a reminder that every artist is more than the successes and failures along the way.

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Erin talks about three essential things you need to move forward with your creative practice. HINT: you don’t need to spend a lot to make it happen. She goes on to talk about where to shop for supplies when you are ready and recommends a few out-of the-box ideas for sourcing materials. Finally, the Artist Feature this week is Iris Scott.