Drawing From Experience

Dark Art Society interview with Chris #123

Show notes:

Chris Bolton’s Instagram

Episode 122: Some Sort of Madness with Destiney Hett

September 23, 2021 Shane Izykowski

Get to know artist Destiney Hett in this episode, where Shane and Destiney chat about scary movies, her science background, true crime, religion and paranormal investigations.

The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.

Sponsors:

Destiney Hett’s Instagram

Show notes:

Destiney Hett’s Redbubble

Destiney Hett’s TikTok

Destiney Hett’s Patreon

Dark Art Society

Dusk Dark Art Collective

My Favorite Murder Podcast

S*Town Podcast

Episode 121: The Impostor Monster with Rick Kitagawa

August 27, 2021 Shane Izykowski

This episode tackles the ever-popular topic of Impostor Syndrome, and Rick Kitagawa's unique approach to dealing with it. Rick is an artist, an author and a leadership coach for creatives, as well as larger corporations. He has a business for leaders and creatives called "Kaiju Coaching," which launches a new course called "Wrangling Your Impostor Monster" in September. Listen in to find out how you can enroll and get an exclusive DFE discount.

The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.

Sponsors:

"Wrangling Your Impostor Monster"

Kaiju Coaching

Show notes:

Rick Kitagawa’s Website

Rick Kitagawa’s Instagram

Rick Kitagawa’s Twitter

Rick Kitagawa’s Blog

Rick Kitagawa’s Patreon

Tender Morsels by Rick Kitagawa

Binary Winter Press

The Inner Monster Podcast

Episode 120: Incantations with David Van Gough- Part 2

August 11, 2021 Shane Izykowski

Join us for the second part of our interview with David Van Gough, master Necro-Surrealist painter. This episode chronicles David Van Gough's journey into creating "Infernal: The Denouement," the third and final series to complete an overarching story that has spanned over the better part of a decade.

The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.

Sponsors:

David Van Gough’s Website

Show Notes:

David Van Gough’s Instagram

David Van Gough’s Patreon

“Infernal: The Denouement” at The Dark Art Emporium

Belgica Paola Rodriguez’s YouTube Channel

Episode 119: Incantations with David Van Gough- Part 1

August 3, 2021 Shane Izykowski

This episode chronicles David Van Gough's journey into creating "Infernal: The Denouement," the third and final series to complete an overarching story that has spanned over the better part of a decade. Part one of a two part interview covers some very personal and insightful reflections on working in a series, reference points and the philosophy of art making.

The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.

Sponsors:

David Van Gough’s Website

Show Notes:

David Van Gough’s Instagram

David Van Gough’s Patreon

“Infernal: The Denouement” at The Dark Art Emporium

Morphing Maia Designs

Episode 118: Tricking Myself with J.L. King

July 16, 2021 Shane Izykowski

This episode is a fantastic interview with the amazing realist/surrealist oil painter J.L. King. Shane gets a chance to hear about why she chooses what she chooses in her art, and to talk about her upcoming featured art show at Luna Rienne Gallery in SF.

The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.

Sponsors:

Berkeley Black Repertory Theater

Show Notes:

J.L. King’s Website

J.L. King’s Instagram

Episode 117: Future Forward Fashion with Haley Lynn of Five and Diamond

June 10, 2021 Shane Izykowski

This episode is with Haley Lynn of Five and Diamond, a fashion brand based in San Francisco, showcasing unique, dark and alternative fashion. This episode outlines the details of the Headgear IX show, where Shane will be unveiling three brand new, exclusive paintings from a collaboration with the brand. The Headgear IX show is opening in person and online June 18th from 5-8 p.m.

The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.

Sponsors:

Modern Eden Portrait Show IX

Show Notes:

Five and Diamond

Headgear IX

Dark Art Emporium

Lizzie Rose Photography

Episode 116: Direct to the Source with Courtney Bridges

May 22, 2021 Shane Izykowski

This episode wraps up the 2021 Pro Team Takeover Series with Trekell, with an interview with the President of the company, Courtney Bridges! Shane and Courtney have a deep conversation about the history of the company and the value of going direct to the source of creativity. They also talk about the future of Trekell and how they've been sustaining during Covid-19. Courtney also gives valuable advice if you have aspirations of becoming a Trekell Pro Team Artist.

The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.

Sponsors:

Trekell Professional Art Supplies

Episode 106: The Beauty of Imperfection with Kai Lun Qu

Show Notes:

Trekell Pro Team Artists

DesignerCon

The Bear Hunt of San Francisco in Quarantine

Episode 115: Cosmic Synchronicities with Chet Zar

May 14, 2021 Shane Izykowski

The return of Chet Zar! This time, to discuss his painting techniques, ghost stories, cosmic synchronocities and much more! It turns out that lexical–gustatory synesthesia is Chet’s superpower, and we get into what Chet has on the horizon. This episode is part of Trekell's 2021 Pro Team Takeover Series!

The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.

Sponsors:

Trekell Professional Art Supplies

The Dark Art Society Patreon

Show Notes:

Trekell Pro Team Artists

Chet Zar’s Store of Doom

Chet Zar’s Website

Chet Zar’s Instagram

Chet Zar’s Patreon

DFE 100th Episode w/ Chet Zar

Harmonic Convergence

Jim Beinke

Chet Zar: I Like to Paint Monsters

Gabe Leonard

Geneva Fine Art Brush Dip

Michael Hussar

Shawn Barber

Chris Mars

Episode 114: In the Skin with Jackee Sandelands-Strom

May 6, 2021 Shane Izykowski

Jackee Sandelands-Strom has become known for her hyperrealistic acrylic paintings of hands, but not just any hands. Hands that tell a story of experience, hard work and enriched lives. Together with her husband, Tom Strom, they co-own The Keep in Scotland, a tattoo shop and artist collective. This episode explores her philosophies on why hands are the main focus of her work, the tattoo industry, societal binaries and gender stereotypes in the art world and more. This episode is part of Trekell's 2021 Pro Team Takeover Series!

The theme song "Motivation For The Everyday Artist" was written and recorded by Shane Izykowski.

Sponsors:

Trekell Professional Art Supplies