Are you stuck in a cycle of perfectionism? Does making art feel like more pressure than play?

In this episode of The Honest Art Podcast, Nina Berenato and I dive into one of the biggest challenges artists face: letting go of the need to get it just right and instead, rediscovering the joy of creating. We’ll dive into how play, persistence, and being unapologetically yourself can open up endless opportunities. Not to mention, helps you make more honest art that resonates with YOUR people.

If you're an artist who's tired of overthinking and needs a fresh approach, this is the episode you’ve been waiting for.

Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_.

Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com!

Resources mentioned:

• Stay in touch with Nina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ninaberenato/?hl=en

• Stay in touch with Nina on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ninaberenato

• Check out Nina’s jewelry here: https://www.ninaberenato.com/

• The Creative Act: A Way of Being by Rick Rubin: https://amzn.to/3U2oCtM

• Color Course for Rebels 101: https://www.jodiekingart.com/ccfr101

• Subscribe to my Patreon for as little as $1 a month and get access to additional art career resources: patreon.com/honestartpodcast

• Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA

• How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!

• For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast

Ever stared at a finished piece, proud of your work, knowing you gave it your all…only to feel completely stuck when it comes to giving it a title?

I get it. It can feel daunting, but here’s the thing — it’s one of the most powerful tools you have as an artist!

In this episode of The Honest Art Podcast, we’ll talk about why a well-chosen title is more than just a label — it’s the secret weapon that can make your art more relatable and marketable. Plus, you’ll get a few of my best tips if you’re stuck titling your art!

Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_.

Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com!

Resources mentioned:

• See My Painting, Unfinished Business: https://jodieking.com/product-painting-sold-unfinished-business

• ChatGPT: https://openai.com/chatgpt/

• Color Course for Rebels 101: https://www.jodiekingart.com/ccfr101

• How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!

• Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA

• For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast

Color is strategic, not just creative. And it has the power to take your work from ordinary to extraordinary.

In this episode, we’ll look at how to use this powerful tool to make art that’s both authentic and eye-catching so you can sell more! You’ll also see how to leverage color to express your unique voice as an artist.

We’re going to dig deep so you can feel empowered to stop overthinking and start creating with confidence!

Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_.

Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com!

Resources mentioned:

• Color Course for Rebels 101: https://www.jodiekingart.com/ccfr101

• Shop my Nova Paint Bundle here: https://novacolorpaint.com/pages/artists/jodie-king

• Subscribe to my Patreon for as little as $1 a month and get access to additional art career resources: patreon.com/honestartpodcast

• The Commune: https://www.thecommuneatx.com/

• Check out my free meditation here: https://www.jodiekingart.com/guided-meditation

• How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!

• Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA

• For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast

Are brand photos great for an artist? You bet. Don't believe me? I've brought on my own brand photographer, Alicia Leigh Rios, to help me out!

Alicia has an incredible talent for bringing out the best in others, and really knows how to make even the most camera-shy people feel confident (that’s me!). But I didn’t just bring her on the show to tell you how good she is. I brought her here to help you see why you, too, need brand photos as an artist!

Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_.

Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com!

Resources mentioned:

• Guided Meditation for Creative Clarity: https://www.jodiekingart.com/guided-meditation

• Stay in touch with Alicia: https://www.instagram.com/alicialeighphoto

• Check out Alicia’s website here: https://www.alicialeighphoto.com/

• Step-by-Step Guide For Running Your New Creative Business: https://www.alicialeighphoto.com/stepbystep-guide

• 5 Gotta-Have Photos For Every Brand: https://www.alicialeighphoto.com/5-gotta-have-photos

• How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!

• Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA

• For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast

I used to think that because I was introverted, there was no reason to have an art community. I already had the support of friends and family — wasn’t that enough?

The truth is, it wasn’t. Because of us artists? We NEED people who innately understand the creative process and can provide us with constructive feedback to improve our work. We aren’t meant to do this alone.

In this episode, I’ll share more about how joining an art community helped me, and how it can also help you overcome creative ruts and take advantage of new opportunities to propel your career forward.

Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_.

Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com!

Resources mentioned:

• Learn more about joining the Rebel Artists Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/rebelartistssociety

• Learn more about the Color Course for Rebels: https://www.jodiekingart.com/ccfr

• How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!

• Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA

• For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast

I probably don’t have to tell you this, but…social media isn’t giving you the full story.

It’s really easy to play the comparison game when you see people (successfully) selling their art online. I’m guilty of it, too.

The truth is, most artists don’t JUST sell on social media. More than likely, they’re using multiple channels to show their work to potential buyers. It’s never JUST about posting a picture of your work and watching the bids roll in.

So, what about you? Are you relying solely on social media to sell your work? Well, then…it’s time to shake it up! Tune in to get a few different ideas for diversifying your artist's income.

P.S. This episode is full of some of my best tips for selling your work. Once you’re done listening (and have a better idea of what you want to do next), check out the FULL show notes library to learn more about each idea. I have TONS of content for you there: https://jodieking.com/podcast/

Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_.

Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com!

Resources mentioned:

• Instagram for Artists Mini-Course: https://www.jodiekingart.com/offers/9xFEJ2E3/checkout

• Artwork Archive — get 20% off your first year: https://www.artworkarchive.com/jk

• Episode 06: How to Use Social Media to Sell Your Art: https://jodieking.com/episode-06-how-to-use-social-media-to-sell-your-art/

• Episode 30: How to Sell Art for the Holidays. Hint: Start Now!: https://jodieking.com/episode-30-how-to-sell-art-for-the-holidays-hint-start-now/

• Episode 69: Best of: How to Price Your Art (So It Sells!): https://jodieking.com/episode-69-best-of-how-to-price-your-art-so-it-sells/

• Art Basel: https://www.artbasel.com/?lang=en

• Check out Jodie’s Prints here: https://shop.jodieking.com/collections/prints

• Join Jodie’s email list here: https://www.jodiekingart.com/jointhelist

• Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6

• How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!

• For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast

As adults, we’ve lost our playful spark. It’s been buried under expectations, self-doubt, and the pressure to create. But it’s time to bring the fun back into our art so we can dig deep and make our most honest work yet!

In this episode, we’ll talk about things like:

• How to lean into play and stop self-editing

• Why showing up to play takes away the pressure of creating

• A few tools and techniques you can use to help you make your art more unique (READ: give you more space to play)

Let’s ditch perfectionism and the restrictions we’ve put on our creativity. It’s time to have fun making art again!

Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_.

Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com!

Resources mentioned:

• My top 10 studio tools: https://www.jodiekingart.com/10-studio-tools-opt-in

• Episode 23: Tools To Create Abstract Art: https://jodieking.com/episode-23-tools-to-create-abstract-art/

• Try one of my favorite tools, a shop towel! (earns commission): https://amzn.to/3Mtn73B

• Episode 36: How Music Impacts Creativity: https://jodieking.com/episode-36-how-music-impacts-creativity/

• Watch this full episode on my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA

• How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!

• Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6

• For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast

Art validates the human experience. Whether you believe it or not, so does your work (yes, even if you’re just painting for fun!).

Every piece has a story to tell and someone to connect to, so we can’t be afraid to get vulnerable when making art. Someone out there needs the raw, real version of what you have to say.

Your art matters, really. In this episode, I’ll show you all the ways you can discover how it makes an impact.

Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_.

Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com!

Resources mentioned:

• Learn more about joining the Rebel Artists Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/rebelartistssociety

• Learn more about my Honest Art Workshop in Italy: https://stradatoscana.com/retreats/jodie-king/

• Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6

• How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!

• For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast