Honest Art Podcast with Jodie King

It took me years to find my artistic voice and achieve success, but I know it would have taken me a whole lot longer if I hadn’t invested in mentorship. In this episode, I’m talking about why this level of support is critical to helping artists make their fine art fine. If you’re skeptical about mentorship and community, listen in. If you’ve been mulling over the idea of

Being an artist and waiting for opportunities can feel a lot like being a middle schooler, awkwardly waiting in the gymnasium, hoping to be chosen for the team — or at least hoping you won’t be chosen last. The good news is that this isn’t the middle school basketball team — it’s YOUR art. So you don't have to wait…you can create your own opportunities! Tune into this

The world needs more of Maggie Stephens' joyful perspective on art and creativity — and it’s why I am SO excited to have her on the show. Maggie is an Austin artist who, in her own words, "Makes things out of things," giving found objects a new life in her installations. Listen to hear more about her work, how she fills it with stories, how she finds inspiration in the most un

When starting out, many artists (myself included), struggle to understand how to elevate their work. They often wonder if they need to add more or change their style to make something beautiful happen. However, the secret isn’t in adding MORE, but in utilizing LESS. We’re talking about negative space! But it’s not a dirty word — it just means the empty space surrounding th

Many artists wonder how to be more free with their art, but the answer isn't a single step — it’s a way of life. When you are free, you start listening to your intuition and discover your own unique style. That freedom helps you to create art that is honest, raw, and connects with others. Your art becomes more than just a pretty picture; it becomes an expression of your true s

2024 — the year of self-worth. As the year comes to a close, I’m reflecting on all the growth, lessons, and beautiful moments that shaped 2024. From learning to believe in myself to deepening friendships and embracing unexpected challenges, this year has been a RIDE. So in this week’s special podcast episode, I dive into all the ups, the downs, lessons learned, and growth I�

This week’s episode has a very special guest! Meet Margie Woods — a soul-centered artist who I’ve brought in to talk more about how art helps us heal. We’ll talk about her journey as a mixed media artist, photographer, creativity coach, and therapist and how she uses art as a mode of healing and self-expression with herself and her clients. We’ll also talk about how to

As an artist, you’ll eventually face donation requests to have your art auctioned off for a good cause. And while it is an absolute honor, how do you decide which requests to accept — and which to politely decline? In this episode, I’m sharing the art of setting boundaries and making thoughtful decisions when it comes to donating your work. Because yes, donating your art can

Trying to get your work into galleries? You need to know how to properly wire and hang your art first! In this episode, we’re talking about the nitty-gritty details of preparing your art for gallery exhibitions — specifically wiring and hanging. I’ll share the exact, step-by-step process I use to comply with gallery standards and the must-have resources you need to make it ha

When it comes to creating honest art, color values are EVERYTHING. They set the mood, build depth, and create that undeniable connection in a piece. If you’re wondering what might be missing in your work, tune into this episode to learn more about the basics of color values, how they set the mood, and why balancing high and low contrasts can give your art a powerful edge. This i