Artists Talking to Artists Inaugural Episode: The Art Advice You Didn't Know You Needed

Artists Talking to Artists 1: An Insightful Conversation with Josephine Close

In this inaugural episode, Amanda Close launches her video podcast 'Artists Talking to Artists' with a heartfelt and engaging conversation with her sister, Josephine Close, an inspiring artist based in Los Angeles. They discuss the joy of creating art, the inspiration behind Josephine's work, and her artistic journey. The conversation delves into early childhood influences, the impact of social media on selling art, and the challenges of maintaining motivation and overcoming creative blocks. Josephine also shares insights into her artistic process, her love for poetry, dreams, meditation, and unique practices like using a pendulum for creative decision-making. The episode also features a tarot card reading for the future of the podcast and a showcase of Josephine's artwork, including her spirit paintings and minis. With candid conversations, laughter, and genuine love, this episode offers an intimate glimpse into the lives of two creative sisters.

Links & Mentions:
Josephine Close -- www.josephineclose.com
‪@art_as_magic‬ on YouTube, Tiktok and Instagram

Joseph Cornell
https://www.theguardian.com/artanddes...

Pam Grossman
https://www.pamgrossman.com/

Shangri La
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shangri...)
Emily Henry
https://bookshop.org/beta-search?keyw...

Mount Analogue
https://bookshop.org/p/books/mount-an...

Canvas Lamps
https://www.shopcanvas.co/

The Cloister's Unicorn Rooms https://www.metmuseum.org/art/collect...

Musee de Cluny Paris
https://www.musee-moyenage.fr/en/

Musee De La Chasse
https://www.chassenature.org/


00:00 Introduction and Joy of Art
00:32 Meet the Hosts: Amanda and Josie
00:40 Launching the Podcast
01:11 Josie's Artistic Journey
04:37 The Evolution of Art Journaling
07:18 Photography and Transition to Painting
09:58 Current Projects and Inspirations
11:35 The Magic of Minis and Spirit Paintings
13:40 Sources of Inspiration
16:25 Lucid Dreams and Meditation
19:36 Tarot Reading and Creative Practices
23:41 Handling Creative Blocks and Low Motivation
24:18 Show and Tell: Hot Pink Kitty
25:31 Switching Mediums to Overcome Creative Blocks
27:17 The Unicorn Obsession
30:50 The Role of Social Media in Art Sales
36:10 Inspiration Beyond Art
40:27 Fun and Future Plans