Visual Artists! You are not alone! IAP gives voice to the working artist. Inspirational and entertaining conversations with successful road show artists. Every story delves into the process of self-discovery behind the work and the career path that creates financial success. Douglas Sigwarth is a glassblower, and Will Armstrong is a mixed-media artist. Both have been working as independent artists for over 20 years on the art fair circuit. As cohosts, their contrasting experiences and styles make for comical and relatable talks that affect today’s contemporary artists.
Welcome to The Independent Artist Podcast with your hosts Douglas and Will — the show where we pull back the curtain on the real life of working artists. How's Your Summer Season Going? (Part 1 of 2) After months of traveling on separate schedules, Douglas and Will finally sit down to catch up on how the summer art fair season has really been going. In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, they discuss the severe storms that have disrupted art fairs and threatened artists' livelihoods, along with the personal life changes that can make it difficult to stay focused while running a creative small business. They swap stories about memorable (and sometimes harrowing) show setups, navigating dangerous weather on the road, getting the call off a waitlist, and what it takes to think fast and go all in when opportunity arrives with almost no notice. The episode also features a conversation with fellow artist Evan Reinheimer, who shares a practical new tool he's developed to help artists and exhibitors better manage their art fair businesses. https://artshowplus.com/ Whether you're a veteran exhibiting artist, just beginning the festival circuit, or simply curious about what life on the road is really like, this episode offers an honest look at the challenges, surprises, and resilience it takes to build a career in the arts. Settle in and enjoy the ride. Topics covered: Summer art fairs and festivals Storms, weather, and their impact on artists Personal challenges behind the scenes Waitlist opportunities and last-minute decisions Traveling to shows and surviving difficult setups Evan Reinheimer's new tool for artists https://artshowplus.com/ COCONUT GROVE ARTS FESTIVAL https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=14788 FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram https://www.instagram.com/independentartistpodcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/independentartistpodcast Website https://independentartistpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@theindependentartistpodcast Email independentartistpodcast@gmail.com (contact us here about advertising on our show) PLEASE RATE US AND REVIEW US.......... and SUBSCRIBE to the pod on your favorite streaming app. SUPPORT THE SHOW VENMO/ username @independentartistpodcast or through PAYPAL.ME by clicking on this link https://paypal.me/independentartistpod?locale.x=en_US Sponsors The National Association of Independent Artists (NAIA). http://www.naiaartists.org/membership-account/membership-levels/ ZAPPlication https://www.zapplication.org Support the show
Art Fair Bingo: Stories You Can't Make Up
Welcome to The Independent Artist Podcast with your hosts Douglas and Will — the show where we pull back the curtain on the real life of working artists. Art Fair Bingo: Stories You Can't Make Up What do threatening storms, celebrity sightings, unsolicited business advice, and tens of thousands of customer interactions have in common? They all happened during our recent whirlwind through some of the country's biggest art events. In this episode, Douglas and Will unpack the wild, funny, frustrating, and occasionally surreal moments from a stretch that included Main Street Fort Worth , New Orleans Jazz Fest , Southlake, Brookside Art Annual , and Artisphere . From keeping one eye on the radar as storms threatened to upend entire weekends, to navigating the feeling of losing control when circumstances refuse to cooperate, the road delivered no shortage of stories. Along the way, we talk about the customers who generously offered their suggestions on everything from booth design to business strategy, unexpected celebrity encounters, and the challenge of processing the overwhelming amount of information gathered from thousands of conversations with a constant stream of humanity. What do all of those interactions tell us about the shows, the art, and ourselves? Pull up a chair as we play a round of Art Fair Bingo and share the stories you simply couldn't make up—even if you tried. Every square on the card got marked during this run. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram https://www.instagram.com/independentartistpodcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/independentartistpodcast Website https://independentartistpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@theindependentartistpodcast Email independentartistpodcast@gmail.com (contact us here about advertising on our show) PLEASE RATE US AND REVIEW US.......... and SUBSCRIBE to the pod on your favorite streaming app. SUPPORT THE SHOW VENMO/ username @independentartistpodcast or through PAYPAL.ME by clicking on this link https://paypal.me/independentartistpod?locale.x=en_US Sponsors The National Association of Independent Artists (NAIA). http://www.naiaartists.org/membership-account/membership-levels/ ZAPPlication https://www.zapplication.org Support the show
Juggling Act
Welcome to The Independent Artist Podcast with your hosts Douglas and Will — the show where we pull back the curtain on the real life of working artists. As spring show season ramps up, co-hosts Douglas Sigwarth and Will Armstrong dive into the real-life balancing act of being a working artist on the road. Fresh off a demanding Florida circuit and gearing up for a run of Texas art festivals, they unpack what it takes to juggle family life, studio production, and the nonstop pace of travel. This candid conversation explores the often unseen side of an artist’s career—managing responsibilities at home, caring for loved ones, and staying present for family while being pulled into the intense focus required to create and sell work at a high level. It’s a season where the pressure is real, the calendar is full, and keeping all the balls in the air becomes both an art and a challenge. If you’ve ever struggled to balance your creative ambitions with the people and priorities that matter most, this episode will hit home. Episode tags: Art Worth: A Festival at Clearfork- https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=14014 FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram https://www.instagram.com/independentartistpodcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/independentartistpodcast Website https://independentartistpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@theindependentartistpodcast Email independentartistpodcast@gmail.com (contact us here about advertising on our show) PLEASE RATE US AND REVIEW US.......... and SUBSCRIBE to the pod on your favorite streaming app. SUPPORT THE SHOW VENMO/ username @independentartistpodcast or through PAYPAL.ME by clicking on this link https://paypal.me/independentartistpod?locale.x=en_US Sponsors The National Association of Independent Artists (NAIA). http://www.naiaartists.org/membership-account/membership-levels/ ZAPPlication https://www.zapplication.org Support the show
Manifestation of the Soul/ Nathalia Toledo Barcia
Welcome to The Independent Artist Podcast with your hosts Douglas and Will — the show where we pull back the curtain on the real life of working artists. Fresh off winning Best in Show at the Coconut Grove Arts Festival , Ecuadorian artist Nathalia Toledo Barcia joins us for a deeply moving conversation about culture, soul, and the stories embedded in her work. Nathalia’s art lives at the intersection of painting and porcelain—where delicate surfaces become artifacts of memory and identity. Drawing from her Ecuadorian heritage, her paintings carry the visual language of her culture while her porcelain forms feel like relics of something timeless, as if they’ve been unearthed from a personal mythology. In this conversation, Nathalia shares a belief that resonates with many artists: every piece of art carries a piece of the maker’s soul. For her, art isn’t just an object—it’s a manifestation of spirit, a form of nourishment for both the creator and the viewer. We talk about what it means to create outside the corporate system, to live with the courage—and sometimes the naïveté—of believing that art can sustain a life. Natalia reminds us that artists are constantly evolving, constantly transforming, and that staying open to change is essential to a creative life. In a world that often measures value in productivity and profit, artists quietly become something else entirely: a form of resistance. This episode is a reminder that making art is more than a profession—it’s a way of keeping the soul alive. Episode tags: Art Worth: A Festival at Clearfork- https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=14014 FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram https://www.instagram.com/independentartistpodcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/independentartistpodcast Website https://independentartistpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@theindependentartistpodcast Email independentartistpodcast@gmail.com (contact us here about advertising on our show) PLEASE RATE US AND REVIEW US.......... and SUBSCRIBE to the pod on your favorite streaming app. SUPPORT THE SHOW VENMO/ username @independentartistpodcast or through PAYPAL.ME by clicking on this link https://paypal.me/independentartistpod?locale.x=en_US Sponsors The National Association of Independent Artists (NAIA). http://www.naiaartists.org/membership-account/membership-levels/ ZAPPlication https://www.zapplication.org Support the show
Art That Speaks to This Moment/ Erin Curry
Welcome to The Independent Artist Podcast with your hosts Douglas and Will — the show where we pull back the curtain on the real life of working artists. Visual artists Douglas Sigwarth (https://www.sigwarthglass.com /) and Will Armstrong (http://www.willarmstrongart.com/ ) co-host and discuss topics affecting working artists. In this episode, we sit down with Erin Curry (https://erincurryart.storenvy.com/) , an artist whose work is deeply informed by both science and lived experience. With a background in biology and a childhood shaped by parents who collected fine art and brought her to art fairs from an early age, Erin’s creative language is grounded in observation, systems, and an intimate understanding of how form, pattern, and meaning emerge over time. Our conversation moves squarely into the present moment—one marked by political tension, the rise of fascist ideologies, and the ever-present weight of ICE and state power pressing into daily life. Erin speaks candidly about how these forces inevitably seep into the studio, and why making art that responds to now is not only unavoidable, but necessary. This episode is a thoughtful reflection on inherited art worlds, scientific ways of seeing, and the responsibility—and risk—of creating work that bears witness to the time we’re living in. Episode tags: Art Worth: A Festival at Clearfork- https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=14014 FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram https://www.instagram.com/independentartistpodcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/independentartistpodcast Website https://independentartistpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@theindependentartistpodcast Email independentartistpodcast@gmail.com (contact us here about advertising on our show) PLEASE RATE US AND REVIEW US.......... and SUBSCRIBE to the pod on your favorite streaming app. SUPPORT THE SHOW VENMO/ username @independentartistpodcast or through PAYPAL.ME by clicking on this link https://paypal.me/independentartistpod?locale.x=en_US Sponsors The National Association of Independent Artists (NAIA). http://www.naiaartists.org/membership-account/membership-levels/ ZAPPlication https://www.zapplication.org Support the show
Switching Gears in '26
Welcome to The Independent Artist Podcast with your hosts Douglas and Will — the show where we pull back the curtain on the real life of working artists. Visual artists Douglas Sigwarth (https://www.sigwarthglass.com /) and Will Armstrong (http://www.willarmstrongart.com/ ) co-host and discuss topics affecting working artists. Switching Gears in '26 is a candid conversation about what it means to keep making work when the ground feels uncertain. We talk about the influence of legendary glassblowing artist Lino Tagliapietra, the pressure of staying creative during difficult economic and political times, and the strange in-between of waiting for application results for the 2026 season. We also dig into the ongoing tension between making work about something versus creating decorative work—and which of those paths is actually harder to sell. From making the work to finding the audience for it, this episode sits in the space between patience, persistence, and adaptation. We also look at how tools like ChatGPT and emerging AI technologies are beginning to shape creative thinking, workflow, and decision-making. This is a conversation about recalibration, resilience, and choosing to move forward even when the path isn’t fully visible. Episode tags: Sono Lino - documentary about Glass Maestro Lino Tagliapietra https://www.sonolino.com/ Kimball Arts Festival - https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=13821 Sun Valley Arts & Crafts Festival- https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=14057 Art in the High Desert - https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=14073 Art in the Pearl - https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=13832 Cat Tesla Business of Art- https://www.catteslaworkshops.com/ FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram https://www.instagram.com/independentartistpodcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/independentartistpodcast Website https://independentartistpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@theindependentartistpodcast Email independentartistpodcast@gmail.com (contact us here about advertising on our show) PLEASE RATE US AND REVIEW US.......... and SUBSCRIBE to the pod on your favorite streaming app. SUPPORT THE SHOW VENMO/ username @independentartistpodcast or through PAYPAL.ME by clicking on this link https://paypal.me/independentartistpod?locale.x=en_US Sponsors The National Association of Independent Artists (NAIA). http://www.naiaartists.org/membership-account/membership-levels/ ZAPPlication https://www.zapplication.org Support the show
Am I the Artist, or Am I the Art?/ Elissa Brown
Welcome to The Independent Artist Podcast with your hosts Douglas and Will — the show where we pull back the curtain on the real life of working artists. Before we dive into today’s conversation, Will and Douglas kick things off by talking about the whirlwind of doing the One of a Kind Show —the highs, the hustle, and what it takes to say yes to an opportunity before it slips away. They reflect on the importance of moving quickly when the window opens, trusting your instincts, and learning to spot the difference between real opportunity and distraction. The intro wraps with a timely reminder for artists: how to recognize and ward off a scam email before it costs you time, money, or peace of mind. Today’s episode is titled “Am I the Artist, or Am I the Art?” —and it’s a deep, unfiltered conversation with mixed media artist Elissa Brown (http://www.thefreckledarmy.com/p/mina-page.html) Elissa is a storyteller first, even when the story begins with crippling anxiety, sweating through her shirt, and stepping straight into the void. In her work, she creates entire worlds—layered, constructed realities that blur the line between facade and truth, between an impenetrable exterior and what’s breaking underneath. She openly embraces the unreliable narrator , questioning whether we ever fully control the stories we tell about ourselves. We talk about the commonality of the banal, the necessity of invention, and why, sometimes, if you can’t teach, you have to do . We talk about choosing your hard, about becoming a better version of yourself, even though you know full well it doesn’t say “asshole” on the check. This is a conversation about identity, anxiety, and the uncomfortable honesty of making art from necessity rather than comfort. Elissa’s work isn’t just something you look at—it’s a place you step into. And once you’re there, the question becomes unavoidable: where does the artist end, and the art begin? Visual artists Douglas Sigwarth (https://www.sigwarthglass.com /) and Will Armstrong (http://www.willarmstrongart.com/ ) co-host and discuss topics affecting working artists. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram https://www.instagram.com/independentartistpodcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/independentartistpodcast Website https://independentartistpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@theindependentartistpodcast Email independentartistpodcast@gmail.com (contact us here about advertising on our show) PLEASE RATE US AND REVIEW US.......... and SUBSCRIBE to the pod on your favorite streaming app. SUPPORT THE SHOW VENMO/ username @independentartistpodcast or through PAYPAL.ME by clicking on this link https://paypal.me/independentartistpod?locale.x=en_US Sponsors The National Association of Independent Artists (NAIA). http://www.naiaartists.org/membership-account/membership-levels/ ZAPPlication https://www.zapplication.org Music "Walking" by Oliver Lear Business inquiries at theoliverlear@gmail.com Support the show
Picking Up the Pieces/ Janine DeCresenzo
Welcome to The Independent Artist Podcast with your hosts Douglas and Will — the show where we pull back the curtain on the real life of working artists. In the intro of this episode, we’re talking about what it means to recharge your creative batteries after a long, exhausting season of art shows. We’ll share how we find inspiration and motivation when burnout creeps in, and tell a story about serendipity — one of those unexpected moments that reminds us why we chose this path in the first place. Guest: Janine DeCresenzo ( https://www.janinedecresenzojewelry.com ) What do you do when everything you’ve worked for is suddenly gone? In this episode, we sit down with jeweler Janine DeCresenzo , who faced every artist’s nightmare — the theft of her entire inventory after a show. Janine opens up about the emotional and professional impact of that moment, and how she found the strength to rebuild her career from the ground up. This is a raw, insightful conversation about resilience, vulnerability, and recovery. Janine shares the concrete steps she took to move forward, the support systems that helped her heal, and practical advice for other jewelers to protect themselves before disaster strikes. If you’ve ever faced loss, setback, or the fear of starting over — this episode will remind you that it’s possible to pick up the pieces and create something even stronger. Whether you’re packing up from your last show or just trying to find your spark again, this conversation is all about slowing down, refocusing, and reconnecting with what drives your art. Visual artists Douglas Sigwarth (https://www.sigwarthglass.com /) and Will Armstrong (http://www.willarmstrongart.com/ ) co-host and discuss topics affecting working artists. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram https://www.instagram.com/independentartistpodcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/independentartistpodcast Website https://independentartistpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@theindependentartistpodcast Email independentartistpodcast@gmail.com PLEASE RATE US AND REVIEW US.......... and SUBSCRIBE to the pod on your favorite streaming app. SUPPORT THE SHOW VENMO/ username @independentartistpodcast or through PAYPAL.ME by clicking on this link https://paypal.me/independentartistpod?locale.x=en_US Sponsors The National Association of Independent Artists (NAIA). http://www.naiaartists.org/membership-account/membership-levels/ ZAPPlication https://www.zapplication.org Music "Walking" by Oliver Lear Business inquiries at theoliverlear@gmail.com Support the show
Art Cop
Working Artists! You are not alone! Listen to these entertaining and inspirational podcast conversations with working artists. When the art show season wraps up, the podcast season renews! Back on their mics, Will and Douglas catch up over topics from this year's art fairs. Somehow, these guys incorporate the following topics together into a conversation that only art fair artists can: Booth shots, food poisoning, reproductions, Plaza Art Fair, artist "collaborators," taxes, Devo, tricky installs, personal style, incestuous art collections, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, and being an "Art Cop." Visual artists Douglas Sigwarth (https://www.sigwarthglass.com /) and Will Armstrong (http://www.willarmstrongart.com/ ) co-host and discuss topics affecting working artists. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram https://www.instagram.com/independentartistpodcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/independentartistpodcast Website https://independentartistpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@theindependentartistpodcast Email independentartistpodcast@gmail.com PLEASE RATE US AND REVIEW US.......... and SUBSCRIBE to the pod on your favorite streaming app. SUPPORT THE SHOW VENMO/ username @independentartistpodcast or through PAYPAL.ME by clicking on this link https://paypal.me/independentartistpod?locale.x=en_US Sponsors The National Association of Independent Artists (NAIA). http://www.naiaartists.org/membership-account/membership-levels/ ZAPPlication https://www.zapplication.org Music "Walking" by Oliver Lear Business inquiries at theoliverlear@gmail.com Support the show
Where Ya Been?
Working Artists! You are not alone! Listen to these entertaining and inspirational podcast conversations with working artists. We are thrilled to return to the mics to record our podcast conversations, and we are touched by the love and encouragement from our listeners. With all the chaos that surrounds us, we hope to continue to share the conversations that inspire us and make us laugh. But ultimately, we hope to foster meaningful connections with fellow members of our artist community. Please help us spread the word that The Independent Artist Podcast is back on the air for your listening pleasure. Visual artists Douglas Sigwarth (https://www.sigwarthglass.com /) and Will Armstrong (http://www.willarmstrongart.com/ ) co-host and discuss topics affecting working artists. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram https://www.instagram.com/independentartistpodcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/independentartistpodcast Website https://independentartistpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@theindependentartistpodcast Email independentartistpodcast@gmail.com PLEASE RATE US AND REVIEW US.......... and SUBSCRIBE to the pod on your favorite streaming app. SUPPORT THE SHOW VENMO/ username @independentartistpodcast or through PAYPAL.ME by clicking on this link https://paypal.me/independentartistpod?locale.x=en_US Sponsors The National Association of Independent Artists (NAIA). http://www.naiaartists.org/membership-account/membership-levels/ ZAPPlication https://www.zapplication.org Music "Walking" by Oliver Lear Business inquiries at theoliverlear@gmail.com Support the show
Season 5 Trailer
Working Artists! You are not alone! Listen to these entertaining and inspirational podcast conversations with working artists. Visual artists Douglas Sigwarth (https://www.sigwarthglass.com /) and Will Armstrong (http://www.willarmstrongart.com/ ) co-host and discuss topics affecting working artists. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram https://www.instagram.com/independentartistpodcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/independentartistpodcast Website https://independentartistpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@theindependentartistpodcast Mailing List http://eepurl.com/hwQn7b Email independentartistpodcast@gmail.com PLEASE RATE US AND REVIEW US.......... and SUBSCRIBE to the pod on your favorite streaming app. SUPPORT THE SHOW VENMO/ username @independentartistpodcast or through PAYPAL.ME by clicking on this link https://paypal.me/independentartistpod?locale.x=en_US Sponsors The National Association of Independent Artists (NAIA). http://www.naiaartists.org/membership-account/membership-levels/ ZAPPlication https://www.zapplication.org Music "Walking" by Oliver Lear Business inquiries at theoliverlear@gmail.com Support the show
Nurturing a Gift/ Marina Terauds
Working Artists! You are not alone! Listen to these entertaining and inspirational podcast conversations with working artists. Marina Terauds (https://www.marinaterauds.com/) has always loved to draw. When she was a child, her parents would sneak her sketchpad, and while she slept, they created drawings for her to find when she awoke. She enrolled in an arts academy in 5th grade and continued her art education, earning a master's in printmaking at The Latvian Academy of Arts. She worked as a key animator for many years before she emigrated to the United States with her husband Uldis. In this conversation, Marina describes her experiences adapting to rural life in a different country without being fluent in the language. Her nature walks became the source of inspiration, which ultimately fueled her body of work. #printmaking #intaglio #etching #watercolor #naturestudy #originalprint #handpulledprint #artbyhand #roadwarrior #art #artist #workingartist #podcast #artistconversation #positiveattitude #artistlife #independentartist #independentartistpodcast #artfair #artfairartist #emergingartist #sketchbook #journal #visualdiary #sketch #drawing #ink #inkdrawing #inkillustration #naturestudy #naturesketchbook #mushroomsketchbook Visual artists Douglas Sigwarth (https://www.sigwarthglass.com /) and Will Armstrong (http://www.willarmstrongart.com/ ) co-host and discuss topics affecting working artists. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram https://www.instagram.com/independentartistpodcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/independentartistpodcast Website https://www.sigwarthglass.com/independentartistpodcast.html YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@theindependentartistpodcast Mailing List http://eepurl.com/hwQn7b Email independentartistpodcast@gmail.com PLEASE RATE US AND REVIEW US.......... and SUBSCRIBE to the pod on your favorite streaming app. SUPPORT THE SHOW VENMO/ username @independentartistpodcast or through PAYPAL.ME by clicking on this link https://paypal.me/independentartistpod?locale.x=en_US Sponsors The National Association of Independent Artists (NAIA). http://www.naiaartists.org/membership-account/membership-levels/ ZAPPlication https://www.zapplication.org Music "Walking" by Oliver Lear Business inquiries at theoliverlear@gmail.com Support the show
How I See The World/ Cali Hobgood
Working Artists! You are not alone! Listen to these entertaining and inspirational podcast conversations with working artists. Cali Hobgood ( https://www.photographsbycali.com/ ) is a traditional photographer who uses 35mm film and develops her black-and-white images in a darkroom. She finishes her work using oil paints to add color. Her imagery reflects the sensory pictures she sees in her mind's eye that depict beautiful memories from her life. These images celebrate their essential, ordinary functions yet trigger a wealth of emotional resonance from their symbolism. Cali talks about her intuitive process and recounts a story about when her work sparked controversy at an art festival that nearly threatened her safety. #roadwarrior #art #artist #workingartist #podcast #artistconversation #positiveattitude #artistlife #independentartist #independentartistpodcast #artfair #artfairartist #emergingartist #film #darkroom #calihobgood #photgraphsbycali #photographer #fineart Visual artists Douglas Sigwarth (https://www.sigwarthglass.com /) and Will Armstrong (http://www.willarmstrongart.com/ ) co-host and discuss topics affecting working artists. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram https://www.instagram.com/independentartistpodcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/independentartistpodcast Website https://www.sigwarthglass.com/independentartistpodcast.html YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@theindependentartistpodcast Mailing List http://eepurl.com/hwQn7b Email independentartistpodcast@gmail.com PLEASE RATE US AND REVIEW US.......... and SUBSCRIBE to the pod on your favorite streaming app. SUPPORT THE SHOW VENMO/ username @independentartistpodcast or through PAYPAL.ME by clicking on this link https://paypal.me/independentartistpod?locale.x=en_US Sponsors The National Association of Independent Artists (NAIA). http://www.naiaartists.org/membership-account/membership-levels/ ZAPPlication https://www.zapplication.org Music "Walking" by Oliver Lear Business inquiries at theoliverlear@gmail.com Support the show
It's a Great Drug/ Su Abbott
Working Artists! You are not alone! Listen to these entertaining and inspirational podcast conversations with working artists. Settle in and get to know Su Abbott ( https://www.susustudios.com/ ), an abstract painter currently residing in Atlanta, GA. She grew up in a military family and developed her sense of humor to adapt socially to that transient life. She even parlayed those talents into a career as a stand-up comic before she picked up a paintbrush. Su describes her entry into being a festival artist and her path to a successful career. Thanks for listening! #roadwarrior #art #artist #workingartist #podcast #artistconversation #positiveattitude #artistlife #independentartist #independentartistpodcast #artfair #artfairartist #emergingartist #atlantaart #suabbott #susustudios #susustudiosart #abstractpainter Call for Entry: Rittenhouse Fine Art Show: June 6-8, 2025 https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=12933 September 19-21, 2025 https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=12935 Visual artists Douglas Sigwarth (https://www.sigwarthglass.com /) and Will Armstrong (http://www.willarmstrongart.com/ ) co-host and discuss topics affecting working artists. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram https://www.instagram.com/independentartistpodcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/independentartistpodcast Website https://www.sigwarthglass.com/independentartistpodcast.html YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@theindependentartistpodcast Mailing List http://eepurl.com/hwQn7b Email independentartistpodcast@gmail.com PLEASE RATE US AND REVIEW US.......... and SUBSCRIBE to the pod on your favorite streaming app. SUPPORT THE SHOW VENMO/ username @independentartistpodcast or through PAYPAL.ME by clicking on this link https://paypal.me/independentartistpod?locale.x=en_US Sponsors The National Association of Independent Artists (NAIA). http://www.naiaartists.org/membership-account/membership-levels/ ZAPPlication https://www.zapplication.org Music "Walking" by Oliver Lear Business inquiries at theoliverlear@gmail.com Support the show
Brick-and-Mortar/ Chris Jackson and Laura Junge
Working Artists! You are not alone! Listen to these entertaining and inspirational podcast conversations with working artists. Have you ever dreamed of opening a brick-and-mortar gallery location to offset your time on the road? Today's guests, Chris Jackson and Laura Junge ( https://lleejunge.com/ ), did just that when they opened the Jackson Junge Gallery ( https://j2gallery.com/ ) in the Wicker Park neighborhood of Chicago. In this conversation, they talk about how the gallery allows Laura the time she needs to create her work, the nuances of running a gallery, and their next giant leap of faith regarding gallery shows in Miami's world-famous Art Week! Thanks for listening! #roadwarrior #art #artist #workingartist #podcast #artistconversation #positiveattitude #artistlife #independentartist #independentartistpodcast #artfair #artfairartist #emergingartist #j2gallery #jacksonjungegallery #brickandmortar #artgallery #chicagoart Visual artists Douglas Sigwarth (https://www.sigwarthglass.com /) and Will Armstrong (http://www.willarmstrongart.com/ ) co-host and discuss topics affecting working artists. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram https://www.instagram.com/independentartistpodcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/independentartistpodcast Website https://www.sigwarthglass.com/independentartistpodcast.html YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@theindependentartistpodcast Mailing List http://eepurl.com/hwQn7b Email independentartistpodcast@gmail.com PLEASE RATE US AND REVIEW US.......... and SUBSCRIBE to the pod on your favorite streaming app. SUPPORT THE SHOW VENMO/ username @independentartistpodcast or through PAYPAL.ME by clicking on this link https://paypal.me/independentartistpod?locale.x=en_US Sponsors The National Association of Independent Artists (NAIA). http://www.naiaartists.org/membership-account/membership-levels/ ZAPPlication https://www.zapplication.org Music "Walking" by Oliver Lear Business inquiries at theoliverlear@gmail.com Support the show
Would Ya Like a Lollipop?
Working Artists! You are not alone! Listen to these entertaining and inspirational podcast conversations with working artists. Do you ever feel like that creepy, awkward person trying to "break the ice" with a potential collector? When you're off your game, you just are! In this episode, Douglas and Will deliver their take on the most recent art fair "hot topics." They discuss Memphis, being a civilian, doing a show during the week of an election, creative ways to clean your tent and money laundering. There's just enough nauseating banter to keep you thoroughly entertained in the studio or on the road. Thanks for listening! #roadwarrior #art #artist #workingartist #podcast #artistconversation #positiveattitude #artistlife #independentartist #independentartistpodcast #artfair #artfairartist #emergingartist #nofriendsatbreakdown Visual artists Douglas Sigwarth (https://www.sigwarthglass.com /) and Will Armstrong (http://www.willarmstrongart.com/ ) co-host and discuss topics affecting working artists. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram https://www.instagram.com/independentartistpodcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/independentartistpodcast Website https://www.sigwarthglass.com/independentartistpodcast.html YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@theindependentartistpodcast Mailing List http://eepurl.com/hwQn7b Email independentartistpodcast@gmail.com PLEASE RATE US AND REVIEW US.......... and SUBSCRIBE to the pod on your favorite streaming app. SUPPORT THE SHOW VENMO/ username @independentartistpodcast or through PAYPAL.ME by clicking on this link https://paypal.me/independentartistpod?locale.x=en_US Sponsors The National Association of Independent Artists (NAIA). http://www.naiaartists.org/membership-account/membership-levels/ ZAPPlication https://www.zapplication.org Music "Walking" by Oliver Lear Business inquiries at theoliverlear@gmail.com Support the show
There Are No Friends At Breakdown
Working Artists! You are not alone! Listen to these entertaining and inspirational podcast conversations with working artists. Just like there is no crying in baseball, every art fair artist knows there are NO friends at breakdown. In this episode, Douglas and Will deliver their take on the most recent art fair "hot topics." They review their most recent shows, including Armonk, Cottonwood, and Bayou City. Other conversations include challenging collectors, losing a big sale, and talking sales numbers. There's just enough nauseating banter to keep you thoroughly entertained in the studio or on the road. Thanks for listening! #roadwarrior #art #artist #workingartist #podcast #artistconversation #positiveattitude #artistlife #independentartist #independentartistpodcast #artfair #artfairartist #emergingartist #nofriendsatbreakdown Visual artists Douglas Sigwarth (https://www.sigwarthglass.com /) and Will Armstrong (http://www.willarmstrongart.com/ ) co-host and discuss topics affecting working artists. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram https://www.instagram.com/independentartistpodcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/independentartistpodcast Website https://www.sigwarthglass.com/independentartistpodcast.html YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@theindependentartistpodcast Mailing List http://eepurl.com/hwQn7b Email independentartistpodcast@gmail.com PLEASE RATE US AND REVIEW US.......... and SUBSCRIBE to the pod on your favorite streaming app. SUPPORT THE SHOW VENMO/ username @independentartistpodcast or through PAYPAL.ME by clicking on this link https://paypal.me/independentartistpod?locale.x=en_US Sponsors The National Association of Independent Artists (NAIA). http://www.naiaartists.org/membership-account/membership-levels/ ZAPPlication https://www.zapplication.org Music "Walking" by Oliver Lear Business inquiries at theoliverlear@gmail.com Support the show
Just Keep Swimming!
Working Artists! You are not alone! Listen to these entertaining and inspirational podcast conversations with working artists. When times are tough, Kina Crow https://www.instagram.com/kinacrow/ says, "Just Keep Swimming!" We welcome Kina back from season 1 as our guest cohost this week. Hear all about the fabulous Birthday party/ private showing her collectors are throwing for her in Witchita. We also talk about the Plaza Art Fair and Arts Beats and Eats. Other topics include weirdos, politics, and retiring from shows. #roadwarrior #art #artist #workingartist #podcast #artistconversation #positiveattitude #artistlife #independentartist #independentartistpodcast #artfair #artfairartist #emergingartist Justin Teilhet https://www.instagram.com/jteilhet/ Visual artists Douglas Sigwarth https://www.sigwarthglass.com / and Will Armstrong http://www.willarmstrongart.com/ co-host and discuss topics affecting working artists. Each episode is a deep dive into a conversation with a guest artist who shares their unique experiences as an independent professional artist. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram https://www.instagram.com/independentartistpodcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/independentartistpodcast Website https://www.sigwarthglass.com/independentartistpodcast.html YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@theindependentartistpodcast Mailing List http://eepurl.com/hwQn7b Email independentartistpodcast@gmail.com PLEASE RATE US AND REVIEW US.......... and SUBSCRIBE to the pod on your favorite streaming app. SUPPORT THE SHOW VENMO/ username @independentartistpodcast or through PAYPAL.ME by clicking on this link https://paypal.me/independentartistpod?locale.x=en_US Sponsors The National Association of Independent Artists (NAIA). http://www.naiaartists.org/membership-account/membership-levels/ ZAPPlication https://www.zapplication.org Music "Walking" by Oliver Lear Business inquiries at theoliverlear@gmail.com Support the show
Soaking Up The Gratitude
Working Artists! You are not alone! Listen to these entertaining and inspirational podcast conversations with working artists. Making a living from our artwork comes with its unique set of challenges. For art fair artists, this involves venturing out of our solitary studios and hitting the road, searching for our audience. We risk physical and financial security, and if we can't maintain a positive attitude during adversity, that dark spiral can cycle us downward and act as a barrier to connecting with collectors. This week's conversation discusses the Pacific Northwest Tour, The St. Louis Art Fair, Emerging Artist Programs, and planning for next season. #roadwarrior #art #artist #workingartist #podcast #artistconversation #positiveattitude #artistlife #independentartist #independentartistpodcast #artfair #artfairartist #emergingartist CALL FOR ENTRY Oklahoma City's Festival of the Arts https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=12466 Visual artists Douglas Sigwarth https://www.sigwarthglass.com / and Will Armstrong http://www.willarmstrongart.com/ co-host and discuss topics affecting working artists. Each episode is a deep dive into a conversation with a guest artist who shares their unique experiences as an independent professional artist. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram https://www.instagram.com/independentartistpodcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/independentartistpodcast Website https://www.sigwarthglass.com/independentartistpodcast.html YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@theindependentartistpodcast Mailing List http://eepurl.com/hwQn7b Email independentartistpodcast@gmail.com PLEASE RATE US AND REVIEW US.......... and SUBSCRIBE to the pod on your favorite streaming app. SUPPORT THE SHOW VENMO/ username @independentartistpodcast or through PAYPAL.ME by clicking on this link https://paypal.me/independentartistpod?locale.x=en_US Sponsors The National Association of Independent Artists (NAIA). http://www.naiaartists.org/membership-account/membership-levels/ ZAPPlication https://www.zapplication.org Music "Walking" by Oliver Lear Business inquiries at theoliverlear@gmail.com Support the show
I Check My Ego At The Door/ Sarah Umlauf
Working Artists! You are not alone! Listen to these entertaining and inspirational podcast conversations with working artists. When asked about her choice to network with other show directors in order to make her show better, Sarah Umlauf says, “I’m not afraid to ask for help…….I check my ego at the door.” Sarah became the Executive Director for the St. Louis Art Fair https://www.saintlouisartfair.com/ in Clayton, MO in 2019, right before the global pandemic shut things down. In this conversation, she brings her experience from the other side of the industry to reveal a director’s point of view on topics like running an ethical jury, managing stakeholders, and her favorite part of the job. Tune in for this enlightening conversation. #artdirector #artfair #stlartfair #artist #independentartist #independentartistpodcast #artfairjury #theboss #workingartist #contemporaryart Visual artists Douglas Sigwarth https://www.sigwarthglass.com / and Will Armstrong http://www.willarmstrongart.com/ co-host and discuss topics affecting working artists. Each episode is a deep dive into a conversation with a guest artist who shares their unique experiences as an independent professional artist. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram https://www.instagram.com/independentartistpodcast/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/independentartistpodcast Website https://www.sigwarthglass.com/independentartistpodcast.html YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@theindependentartistpodcast Mailing List http://eepurl.com/hwQn7b Email independentartistpodcast@gmail.com PLEASE RATE US AND REVIEW US.......... and SUBSCRIBE to the pod on your favorite streaming app. SUPPORT THE SHOW VENMO/ username @independentartistpodcast or through PAYPAL.ME by clicking on this link https://paypal.me/independentartistpod?locale.x=en_US Sponsors The National Association of Independent Artists (NAIA). http://www.naiaartists.org/membership-account/membership-levels/ ZAPPlication https://www.zapplication.org Music "Walking" by Oliver Lear Business inquiries at theoliverlear@gmail.com Support the show
