Art Ink’s mission is to connect artists to art lovers with story. Each episode will feature one piece of art and a story that was inspired by it. Whether you’re an artist looking to learn how to tell better stories, a designer searching for a place to discover new artists, a storyteller who wants to contribute to the cause, or even an art lover in the mood for entertainment, this is the art podcast for you.
Art Ink – 9 – Storm of Ages: Nightmare – Sneak Listen of Chapter 1
I have a special treat for you in this episode of Art Ink, because today’s featured artist is not only a painter, and an art therapist, but she’s also author of the Storm of Ages series, which I am lucky enough to have had the opportunity to narrate for her. Ellie M. Jalbert is an amazing storyteller, so I’m absolutely thrilled to have her permission to share the first chapter of her book, Nightmare, with you today.
What’s interesting about Ellie’s painting is not just the fact that it doubles as Nightmare’s book cover, but that it was… Listen Here
Art Ink – 8 – Bonus Conversation with Artist and Author Ellie Jalbert
Today’s episode, is not your typical Art Ink episode. And… I’m going to be honest with you… experimentation is definitely in the cards for the future of this show, so get used to it. But, before you go anywhere thinking you got screwed out of a story this week, I want you to know that… Listen Here
Art Ink – 7 – The Sweet Smell of Roses – A Ghost Story Inspired by King Saul’s Art
I’m thrilled to be able to introduce you to King Saul’s art today. On his website he writes that his philosophy is: “to dig deep into the subconscious and build new worlds through art by tearing down the walls between beauty and horror, reality and fantasy, the hearing of pictures and the seeing of sounds. Intrigued?”… Listen Here
Art Ink – 6 – Beautifully Broken – A Short Story Inspired by Alisa Burke’s Art
Alisa Burke is the kind of artist I want to be when I grow up, because she just doesn’t limit herself creatively… yet her work is still so unmistakable that you know whose work you’re seeing at first glance… Listen Here
Art Ink – 5 – Orion’s Metamorphosis – The Story Behind my Tattoo
Today you’re getting a bonus, because this episode actually includes two stories. Ya see, I was so excited to begin creating this podcast that I let all the inspiration intoxicate me and wrote the first few stories before I ever asked any of the artists if I could share their work on the show. I got lucky, and our first few artists were more than happy to be included, but I haven’t been able to get in touch with…
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Art Ink – 4 – Infinite Bravery – A Short Story Inspired by Danielle Krysa’s Art
Today’s featured artist is Danielle Krysa, and if you listened to the very first episode of this podcast, you’d know that her podcast, The Jealous Curator, had a hand in helping me figure out a problem I was having with this podcast and so I figured I just had to include some of her work in this podcast because… Listen Here
Art Ink – 3 – Still Dancing – A Short Story Inspired by Kathleen Clemons’ Fine Art Photo
Sensual is the first word that comes to mind when I think of Kathleen Clemons’ gorgeous fine art photography. “Still Dancing” is both the title of today’s featured art and the story that was sparked from it. Why is she still dancing? You’ll have to listen to find out! Listen Here
Art Ink – 2 – Tie-Dyed Eyes – A Sci-fi Story Inspired by Susan Proctor Hume’s Art
Susan Proctor Hume’s abstract eye was insta-inspiration for today’s episode! Not just because I discovered this piece on Instagram, but also because the story that sprang from it came almost instantly. Listen in to hear a short sci-fi story on the verge of dystopia I called tie-dyed eyes. Listen Here
Art Ink – 1 – Flowing in Fear’s River – A Personal Essay Inspired by Melissa Dinwiddie’s Stitch River Yes
Melissa Dinwiddie’s mixed media painting Stitch River Yes is the inspiration behind today’s story. It’s a personal essay about the fear to create and how to get over it. Listen Here
Art Ink the Podcast: An Introduction
The introduction episode of Art Ink!
I share some of the challenges I faced naming the show (you’ll never guess the shocking title I almost used) and tell the story of how I overcame the biggest hurdle I faced: how to help artists without putting them to work.
You’ll also discover what you can expect from Art Ink in the future and how you can contribute to the show. Listen Here
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