Plein-Air Painting Archives - Compliance Podcast Network

The Museum of Western Art is dedicated to excellence in the collection, preservation, and promotion of Western Heritage, as well as the education and cultural enrichment of our diverse audiences. The Museum serves as a bridge between the past and the present, ensuring that the legacy of the American West will be preserved for the future. Western Art is as engaging and important as ever. In this award-winning podcast series, Museum Executive Director Darrell Beauchamp welcomes renowned landscape artist Shanna Kunz from Ogden, Utah, to discuss her artistic journey.

Shanna shares how she transitioned from a career as a court stenographer to becoming a full-time artist after a life-changing watercolor class at age 29. She details her formal education at Utah State and the significant influences of mentors and fellow artists. Shanna also talks about balancing art with life, the importance of values and design in painting, and her pleasure in teaching workshops. Additionally, she highlights her involvement with a group of eight female artists called the Wild Women, who travel and paint together. The episode delves into her preferred techniques, favorite subjects, and upcoming projects, offering listeners valuable insights into her creative process and the business of art.

Highlights include:

Shanna’s Journey into Art
The Wild Women Artists Group
Advice for Aspiring Artists
The Importance of Values in Painting
The Business Side of Art
The Journey and Passion for Art

Resources:

Museum of Western Art

Darrell Beauchamp on LinkedIn

Shanna Kunz Fine Art website

Hill Country Artists Podcast: Laura Williams on Plein – Air Painting and Hunt Art Fair

Delve into the heart of the Texas Hill Country with the award-winning “Hill Country Artists Podcast,” which illustrates and illuminates the vibrant tapestry of art rooted in this iconic region. From the sun-drenched limestone cliffs to the serene Guadalupe River, the Hill Country has been a muse for countless artists, providing a unique backdrop for creativity to flourish.

In each episode, we uncover the stories behind the area’s most captivating artworks, converse with local artists about their inspirations, and explore the fusion of Texan traditions with contemporary artistic expressions.

In this episode, host Tom Fox welcomes Laura Williams, a member of the ‘Magnificent Seven,’ to discuss the thriving local art scenes in Kerrville and Hunt, Texas.

Laura shares insights about the group’s formation and their shows, as well as the evolution and rebranding of the Hunt Art Fair into the Hill Country Artists Art Fair. Key highlights include the diversity of art styles, the supportive artist community, and preparations for upcoming events. Laura also details the beauty of the venue, Bridget’s Basket, and her own artistic endeavors in plein air painting and smaller works inspired by local wildflowers.