Patricia Watwood

We sit down with our dear friend, Artist, and Author Patricia Watwood and chat about her excellent new book, “ The Path Of Drawing. Lessons for Everyday Creativity and Mindfulness”. The book Introduces a practice to enhance mental and spiritual well-being to enrich one’s life through drawing and creativity. A beautiful and thoughtful book and we enjoyed talking to Patty about it. 

We sit down with our dear friend, Artist, and Author Patricia Watwood and chat about her excellent new book, “ The Path Of Drawing. Lessons for Everyday Creativity and Mindfulness”. The book Introduces a practice to enhance mental and spiritual well-being to enrich one’s life through drawing and creativity. A beautiful and thoughtful book and we enjoyed talking to Patty about it.

Episode 71: Patricia Watwood

Robert Bodem

Suggested Donation is back with celebrated sculptor and Athens Sculpture Atelier Director Robert Bodem. We discuss Rob’s approach, called “Drawing in Space” which he developed as the Director of Sculpture at the Florence Academy of Art and has continued to refine in Athens. He has a book coming soon that covers his approach for anyone unable to study in person with him. Rob discusses his journey from abstract to figurative sculptor and how this informed his process and perspective on working from life from the figure. Rob is a great friend and we hope you enjoy the conversation as much as we did. 

Suggested Donation is back with celebrated sculptor and Athens Sculpture Atelier Director Robert Bodem. We discuss Rob’s approach, called “Drawing in Space” which he developed as the Director of Sculpture at the Florence Academy of Art and has continued to refine in Athens. He has a book coming soon that covers his approach for anyone unable to study in person with him. Rob discusses his journey from abstract to figurative sculptor and how this informed his process and perspective on working from life from the figure. Rob is a great friend and we hope you enjoy the conversation as much as we did.

Episode 70: Robert Bodem

In collaboration with UNC Asheville’s 14th Annual Drawing Discourse, we recorded with Israeli artist Sigal Tsabari. While our conversation focused on drawing, Sigal has a profound way of thinking and talking about art in general that we are excited to share. Thanks to Sigal, UNC Asheville, and Tamie Beldue! We hope you enjoy it! http://www.sigaltsabari.com https://aah.unca.edu/exhibitions/drawing-discourse/14th-annual Integrated Growth, 2017, oil and pencil on paper, 106X107 cm Gravity, 2009, pencil on paper, 70x52 cm Internal Transparency, Pencil, charcoal and pastel on paper, 2021-2022, 70X70 139 I Drew Myself a Field, 2020, Pencil on Paper, 76X56

In collaboration with UNC Asheville’s 14th Annual Drawing Discourse, we recorded with Israeli artist Sigal Tsabari. While our conversation focused on drawing, Sigal has a profound way of thinking and talking about art in general that we are excited to share. Thanks to Sigal, UNC Asheville, and Tamie Beldue! We hope you enjoy it! <a href="http://www.sigaltsabari.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.sigaltsabari.com</a> <a href="https://aah.unca.edu/exhibitions/drawing-discourse/14th-annual" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://aah.unca.edu/exhibitions/drawing-discourse/14th-annual</a> Integrated Growth, 2017, oil and pencil on paper, 106X107 cm Gravity, 2009, pencil on paper, 70x52 cm Internal Transparency, Pencil, charcoal and pastel on paper, 2021-2022, 70X70 139 I Drew Myself a Field, 2020, Pencil on Paper, 76X56

Episode 69: Sigal Tsabari

Carl Dobsky

The Suggested Donation crew sits down and has a lively chat with the talented California-based narrative artist and friend Carl Dobsky about his work. Definitely a fun one for us. Thanks to the fine folks at Trekell Artist Supply for the support as always. https://www.trekell.com

The Suggested Donation crew sits down and has a lively chat with the talented California-based narrative artist and friend Carl Dobsky about his work. Definitely a fun one for us. Thanks to the fine folks at Trekell Artist Supply for the support as always. <a href="https://www.trekell.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.trekell.com</a>

Episode 68: Carl Dobsky

Jay Newman

Suggested Donation is back with another sizzling hot podcast. We recorded with Jay Newman, the author of the recently released and highly acclaimed thriller Undermoney, which looks at the intersection of finance, military, and politics. Art is peppered throughout his book and we discuss the role that money plays in the art world and the role that art plays for its collectors. Jay, having spent a career in finance before beginning his first book, has a unique insight into the relationship between art and money and power and corruption all of which we explore in our conversation. We hope you enjoy this one!

Suggested Donation is back with another sizzling hot podcast. We recorded with Jay Newman, the author of the recently released and highly acclaimed thriller Undermoney, which looks at the intersection of finance, military, and politics. Art is peppered throughout his book and we discuss the role that money plays in the art world and the role that art plays for its collectors. Jay, having spent a career in finance before beginning his first book, has a unique insight into the relationship between art and money and power and corruption all of which we explore in our conversation. We hope you enjoy this one!

Episode 67: Jay Newman

Amaya Gurpide

It is not an overstatement to say that Amaya Gurpide’s work has redefined the medium of drawing: Her exploration of materials expands the boundaries of what is possible for works on paper. She is the Artistic Director of the Lyme Academy and teaches online workshops independently. Her work and teaching are both widely admired and sought after and we were so honored to get the chance to record a conversation with her as part of UNC Asheville’s 13th Annual Drawing Discourse.

It is not an overstatement to say that Amaya Gurpide’s work has redefined the medium of drawing: Her exploration of materials expands the boundaries of what is possible for works on paper. She is the Artistic Director of the Lyme Academy and teaches online workshops independently. Her work and teaching are both widely admired and sought after and we were so honored to get the chance to record a conversation with her as part of UNC Asheville’s 13th Annual Drawing Discourse.

Episode 66: Amaya Gurpide

Todd Casey

We sit down and have a great chat with artist, teacher, author of the excellent book, “The Art of Still Life”, and a friend of the show,  Todd Casey. 

We sit down and have a great chat with artist, teacher, author of the excellent book, “The Art of Still Life”, and a friend of the show, Todd Casey.

Episode 65: Todd Casey

Kamille Corry

Suggested Donation sits down with the great artist and teacher Kamille Corry. We really enjoyed our time chatting about Kamille's amazing art, teaching, and living the artist lifestyle. Enjoy!

Suggested Donation sits down with the great artist and teacher Kamille Corry. We really enjoyed our time chatting about Kamille's amazing art, teaching, and living the artist lifestyle. Enjoy!

Episode 64: Kamille Corry

Carlo Russo

The crew sits down with the celebrated artist Carlo Russo to talk about art, the methods and practices of traditional realism, still-life,  teaching, and picture-making.

The crew sits down with the celebrated artist Carlo Russo to talk about art, the methods and practices of traditional realism, still-life, teaching, and picture-making.

Episode 63: Carlo Russo

Nicolas Uribe

We sit down with great artist Nicolas Uribe, who currently resides in Colombia, and have a great uncensored conversation about art and his philosophy of how he approaches his work.

We sit down with great artist Nicolas Uribe, who currently resides in Colombia, and have a great uncensored conversation about art and his philosophy of how he approaches his work.

Episode 62: Nicolas Uribe

Suggested Donation is a podcast devoted to the arts in all forms. Hosted by two contemporary painters, Tony Curanaj and Edward Minoff, the conversations provide an insight into the creative mind. By speaking with both traditional and non-traditional artists and craftsmen, curators and restorers, we create a dialog through which we discover common ground across disciplines and spaces united by a love of and deep devotion to skill.

I realized this when I had to pick something to listen to while my dentist transformed a molar I was born with (and rather attached to) into a molar sculpture (otherwise known as a crown.) I listen to many other podcasts and audiobooks, but it was these two whacky guys, interviewing the immensely fascinating Tony Ryder, that had me so captivated that the process going on in my mouth was no big deal. Please continue the mayhem and wisdom Ted and Tony!

Podcast closest to my heart

Love this podcast. Humble perspectives from real and struggling professional artists.

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podcast - Suggested Donation

We are very excited to present the latest Suggested Donation Podcast with Peter Van Dyck. Peter’s paintings are a perfect storm of talent, integrity, dedication, intelligence and raw coolness. His subjects range, but have hovered recently over place. His work is a favorite of ours and so many other painters with whom we speak. He is cerebral and hilarious and this episode is already a hall of famer. We hope that you enjoy getting to hear more from this singularly talented painter and good friend of the podcast.https://www.petervandyckart.com Peter Van Dyck Peter Van Dyck Peter Van Dyck Peter Van Dyck

We are very excited to present the latest Suggested Donation Podcast with Peter Van Dyck. Peter’s paintings are a perfect storm of talent, integrity, dedication, intelligence and raw coolness. His subjects range, but have hovered recently over place. His work is a favorite of ours and so many other painters with whom we speak. He is cerebral and hilarious and this episode is already a hall of famer. We hope that you enjoy getting to hear more from this singularly talented painter and good friend of the podcast.<a href="https://www.petervandyckart.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.petervandyckart.com</a> Peter Van Dyck Peter Van Dyck Peter Van Dyck Peter Van Dyck

Episode 41: Peter Van Dyck

Stephen Bauman

https://www.stephenbaumanartwork.comWe sit down with talented figure artist and teacher Stephen Bauman at the US campus of The Florence Academy of Art to discuss his journey from studying and teaching in Europe to being  the Director of the Anatomy and Ecorche programs at The FAA.  

<a href="https://www.stephenbaumanartwork.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.stephenbaumanartwork.com</a>We sit down with talented figure artist and teacher Stephen Bauman at the US campus of The Florence Academy of Art to discuss his journey from studying and teaching in Europe to being  the Director of the Anatomy and Ecorche programs at The FAA.

Episode 42: Stephen Bauman

Daniel Sprick

Daniel Sprick is widely considered one of the leading realist painters. His work is featured in numerous private and public collections including the Denver Art Museum, the Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washington, DC, and the Arkansas Art Center in Little Rock. His work has inspired countless artists including the Suggested Donation Duo. That’s right, the boys were honored to sit down with Daniel during his recent New York City show. Gerald Peters Gallery hosted us for this one in a plush private viewing room. You may hear signs of the flutter of activity at the gallery from time to time. You can see some of the work we discuss on the Gerald Peters Website: http://www.gpgallery.com/exhibitions/daniel-sprick-recent-works We are getting on top of the sound, and appreciate all of your feedback. Please let us know your thoughts and we hope you enjoy this one as much as we did! Wake from a Dream, oil on board, 60 x 54 inches Souls in Purgatory, 2016, oil on board, 30 x 48 inches Sherry, 2012, oil on board, 20 x 20 inches “Bird Skeleton” Oil &amp; Board 12″ x 9″  “Landscape &amp; Pansies” Oil &amp; Board 24″ x 30″

Daniel Sprick is widely considered one of the leading realist painters. His work is featured in numerous private and public collections including the Denver Art Museum, the Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washington, DC, and the Arkansas Art Center in Little Rock. His work has inspired countless artists including the Suggested Donation Duo. That’s right, the boys were honored to sit down with Daniel during his recent New York City show. Gerald Peters Gallery hosted us for this one in a plush private viewing room. You may hear signs of the flutter of activity at the gallery from time to time. You can see some of the work we discuss on the Gerald Peters Website:<a href="http://www.gpgallery.com/exhibitions/daniel-sprick-recent-works" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> </a><a href="http://www.gpgallery.com/exhibitions/daniel-sprick-recent-works" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.gpgallery.com/exhibitions/daniel-sprick-recent-works </a> We are getting on top of the sound, and appreciate all of your feedback. Please let us know your thoughts and we hope you enjoy this one as much as we did! Wake from a Dream, oil on board, 60 x 54 inches Souls in Purgatory, 2016, oil on board, 30 x 48 inches Sherry, 2012, oil on board, 20 x 20 inches “Bird Skeleton” Oil &amp; Board 12″ x 9″  “Landscape &amp; Pansies” Oil &amp; Board 24″ x 30″

Episode 32: Daniel Sprick

Jeremy Mann

End of Summer blues got you down? Well, the lads have the cure for your post-summer hangover- THAT'S RIGHT!! Boo-ya! Another dynamite Suggested Donation Podcast coming at ya! The fellas had a great time drinking wine and talking shop with artist Jeremy Mann in his home in Oakland California.http://redrabbit7.com The Forgotten (version two - Neglect) - 48 x 48 inches - Oil on Panel  Nadezda - 51 x 45 inches - Oil on Panel Empire - 42 x 84 inches - Oil on Panel SF11 - 48 X 48 Inches - Oil On Panel

End of Summer blues got you down? Well, the lads have the cure for your post-summer hangover- THAT'S RIGHT!! Boo-ya! Another dynamite Suggested Donation Podcast coming at ya! The fellas had a great time drinking wine and talking shop with artist Jeremy Mann in his home in Oakland California.<a href="http://redrabbit7.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://redrabbit7.com</a> The Forgotten (version two - Neglect) - 48 x 48 inches - Oil on Panel Nadezda - 51 x 45 inches - Oil on Panel Empire - 42 x 84 inches - Oil on Panel <h1>SF11 - 48 X 48 Inches - Oil On Panel</h1>

Episode 37: Jeremy Mann

Katie Whipple

It’s been a while but we are finally back with a GREAT new podcast. I am so excited to put this one out with one of my favorite artists and people; Katie G Whipple. Katie has been redefining flower painting over the past several years, initially inspired by ancient Roman wall painting. We discuss her personal history and her paintings in between having a great time just hanging out. Hope you enjoy this one!

It’s been a while but we are finally back with a GREAT new podcast. I am so excited to put this one out with one of my favorite artists and people; Katie G Whipple. Katie has been redefining flower painting over the past several years, initially inspired by ancient Roman wall painting. We discuss her personal history and her paintings in between having a great time just hanging out. Hope you enjoy this one!

Episode 51: Katie Whipple

James Gurney

We sat down at the Grand Central Atelier's Eleventh Street Arts Gallery to record a much anticipated conversation with artist James Gurney. Our discussion traces his journey from boxcar hopping with Thomas Kinkade and an assortment of hobos to the success of his Dinatopia books to his wildly popular blog Gurney Journey. Through it all, James never stops sketching. We had fun talking shop, and hearing amazing stories from one of the most widely requested guests to be featured on Suggested Donation Podcast. Many thanks to James for taking the time to share his thoughts with us, Jay Braun and the Grand Central Atelier. We hope you enjoy this episode! jamesgurney.comdinotopia.comhttp://gurneyjourney.blogspot.comhttps://www.youtube.com/user/gurneyjourney "Dinosaur Parade" "Garden of Hope" "Chandara" 24 x 52 inches, from "Dinotopia: Journey to Chandara" "The Sinking of the Cumberland" commissioned by Nat Geo and currently on display in the Maritime Museum in Virginia. "Tarquinia"  Nat Geo illustration of the Etruscan "Blue Devil Tomb" Lightweight sketch pochade

We sat down at the Grand Central Atelier's Eleventh Street Arts Gallery to record a much anticipated conversation with artist James Gurney. Our discussion traces his journey from boxcar hopping with Thomas Kinkade and an assortment of hobos to the success of his Dinatopia books to his wildly popular blog Gurney Journey. Through it all, James never stops sketching. We had fun talking shop, and hearing amazing stories from one of the most widely requested guests to be featured on Suggested Donation Podcast. Many thanks to James for taking the time to share his thoughts with us, Jay Braun and the Grand Central Atelier. We hope you enjoy this episode! <a href="http://jamesgurney.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">jamesgurney.com</a><a href="http://dinotopia.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">dinotopia.com</a><a href="http://gurneyjourney.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://gurneyjourney.blogspot.com</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/gurneyjourney" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/user/gurneyjourney</a> "Dinosaur Parade" "Garden of Hope" "Chandara" 24 x 52 inches, from "Dinotopia: Journey to Chandara" "The Sinking of the Cumberland" commissioned by Nat Geo and currently on display in the Maritime Museum in Virginia. "Tarquinia"  Nat Geo illustration of the Etruscan "Blue Devil Tomb" Lightweight sketch pochade

Episode 16: James Gurney

Steven Assael

We are honored to have been joined by a legend in the world of contemporary figure painting, Steven Assael. Steven has been a central figure in the realist painting world for decades, instructing at the School ofVisual Arts and at the New York Academy of Art. His work is represented by the prestigious Forum Gallery in New York City.We explored Steven's introduction to art, and what continues to inspire his outstanding paintings. The conversation goes very deep into Steven's philosophy, ranging from cave paintings to Bruce Lee. Thanks to the Salmagundi Club for hosting us in their inspiring Library, and to the excellent sound engineering skills of Jay Braun. See more of Steven's work at: http://www.stevenassael.com/  Preparation of the Bride, 1994, oil on canvas, 96 x 108 inches Julie, 2008, graphite and charcoal on paper, 13 x 14 1/2 inches

<blockquote>We are honored to have been joined by a legend in the world of contemporary figure painting, Steven Assael. Steven has been a central figure in the realist painting world for decades, instructing at the School ofVisual Arts and at the New York Academy of Art. His work is represented by the prestigious Forum Gallery in New York City.We explored Steven's introduction to art, and what continues to inspire his outstanding paintings. The conversation goes very deep into Steven's philosophy, ranging from cave paintings to Bruce Lee.  Thanks to the Salmagundi Club for hosting us in their inspiring Library, and to the excellent sound engineering skills of Jay Braun.  See more of Steven's work at: <a href="http://www.stevenassael.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.stevenassael.com/</a> </blockquote> Preparation of the Bride, 1994, oil on canvas, 96 x 108 inches Julie, 2008, graphite and charcoal on paper, 13 x 14 1/2 inches

Episode 10: Steven Assael

Jacob Collins

JACOB COLLINS Jacob is a seminal force in the realist movement. He has taught and mentored countless artists, and inspired many more through his beautiful painting.  His commissions include a Supreme Court Justice, a U.S. President, and his “Eastholm Project” which was a conduit to the forming of the Hudson River Fellowship. He has been featured in numerous interviews and articles, including a profile in "The New Yorker." In the late nineties, he founded the Water Street Atelier and has been at the center of the Atelier Movement ever since, now through the Grand Central Academy. We are excited to bring you a conversation with a teacher, mentor and close friend to both of us. There was no way we were going to stop this conversation short so we just let it go long form. Hope you enjoy it.Edward Minoff Carolina, Oil on Canvas, 22 x 20 inches, 2006 Gerard, Oil on Linen  16'' x 16'' inches, 2002  The Hen Islands from Eastholm, Oil on Canvas, 50'' x 120'' inches, 2008

JACOB COLLINS Jacob is a seminal force in the realist movement. He has taught and mentored countless artists, and inspired many more through his beautiful painting.  His commissions include a Supreme Court Justice, a U.S. President, and his “Eastholm Project” which was a conduit to the forming of the Hudson River Fellowship. He has been featured in numerous interviews and articles, including a profile in "The New Yorker." In the late nineties, he founded the Water Street Atelier and has been at the center of the Atelier Movement ever since, now through the Grand Central Academy. We are excited to bring you a conversation with a teacher, mentor and close friend to both of us. There was no way we were going to stop this conversation short so we just let it go long form. Hope you enjoy it.Edward Minoff Carolina, Oil on Canvas, 22 x 20 inches, 2006 Gerard, Oil on Linen  16'' x 16'' inches, 2002  The Hen Islands from Eastholm, Oil on Canvas, 50'' x 120'' inches, 2008

Episode 4: Jacob Collins

Vincent Desiderio

Vincent Desiderio is one of the leading figurative painters of our time. His work is featured in collections including the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Guggenheim Museum, The Walker Art Center among many others. He is a senior critic at the New York Academy of Art and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. Vincent has a reputation as one of the leading intellects in figurative art, and he did not disappoint. We are honored to have him join us on Suggested Donation, at the Salmangundi Club in New York City for a fascinating conversation about his work and his deep love for art history, film and philosophy. The conversation was fun and hugely informative. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did! "Cockaigne", 1993-2003, Oil on Canvas 112 1/8x 153 3/8 in. "Mourning and Fecundity ll", 2011, mixed media and oil on canvas 81 1/4 x 107 1/4 in.

Vincent Desiderio is one of the leading figurative painters of our time. His work is featured in collections including the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Guggenheim Museum, The Walker Art Center among many others. He is a senior critic at the New York Academy of Art and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts. Vincent has a reputation as one of the leading intellects in figurative art, and he did not disappoint. We are honored to have him join us on Suggested Donation, at the Salmangundi Club in New York City for a fascinating conversation about his work and his deep love for art history, film and philosophy. The conversation was fun and hugely informative. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did! "Cockaigne", 1993-2003, Oil on Canvas 112 1/8x 153 3/8 in. "Mourning and Fecundity ll", 2011, mixed media and oil on canvas 81 1/4 x 107 1/4 in.

Episode 6: Vincent Desiderio

Teresa Oaxaca

We had the pleasure to sit down and chat with the talented artist Teresa Oaxaca. We find out about her journey to becoming a professional artist, studying classical painting in Italy, what inspires her unique personal style and how it influences her great paintings in this lively episode. We hope you enjoy the conversation as much as we did.

We had the pleasure to sit down and chat with the talented artist Teresa Oaxaca. We find out about her journey to becoming a professional artist, studying classical painting in Italy, what inspires her unique personal style and how it influences her great paintings in this lively episode. We hope you enjoy the conversation as much as we did.

Episode 55: Teresa Oaxaca

Burton Silverman

We hope this one is worth the wait: We recorded with a legend in New York City Realism, Burt Silverman.  Burt has had a long career spanning over six decades. His list of shows and honors is far too extensive to state here, but some highlights are the inclusion of his work in the collections of the Brooklyn Museum, the National Portrait Gallery and the New Britain Museum, to name just a few. Burt is known for his figurative paintings, portraits and illustration for publications such as the New Yorker. He is also known as a generous teacher, a beacon for generations of young artists. Burt’s name has been at the top of our list since the inception of Suggested Donation Podcast, so we are honored to finally have the chance to present this conversation to you. We are grateful for all of your positive comments and your patience during our recent podcast drought. We recently switched to a different software and hope that the sound is still of high quality - please let us know your thoughts. Enjoy!http://www.burtonsilverman.com Beach Chair Series II Alabama Spring Night Dancer II  Ingenue Portrait of Emil Goldfus 1957 Church Protest Walking Together

We hope this one is worth the wait: We recorded with a legend in New York City Realism, Burt Silverman.  Burt has had a long career spanning over six decades. His list of shows and honors is far too extensive to state here, but some highlights are the inclusion of his work in the collections of the Brooklyn Museum, the National Portrait Gallery and the New Britain Museum, to name just a few. Burt is known for his figurative paintings, portraits and illustration for publications such as the New Yorker. He is also known as a generous teacher, a beacon for generations of young artists. Burt’s name has been at the top of our list since the inception of Suggested Donation Podcast, so we are honored to finally have the chance to present this conversation to you. We are grateful for all of your positive comments and your patience during our recent podcast drought. We recently switched to a different software and hope that the sound is still of high quality - please let us know your thoughts. Enjoy!<a href="http://www.burtonsilverman.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.burtonsilverman.com</a> Beach Chair Series II Alabama Spring Night Dancer II Ingenue Portrait of Emil Goldfus 1957 Church Protest Walking Together

Episode 31: Burton Silverman

Juliette Aristides

 Juliette Aristides is a monumental figure in the classical art community. Her three books on painting have been hugely influential to a generation of artists, with a new, fourth book in the works. Together they create a context for the pictures of some of the most revered contemporary classical realist painters by placing their works next to a lineage of old master and 19th Century paintings. Juliette continues to inspire scores with her own painting and drawing, teaching, and lectures. She is also an old friend and we were happy to finally catch her on a trip to NYC to record a conversation at the Salmagundi Club. Thanks so much for a great discussion Juliette. And, thanks always to Jay Braun!www.aristidesarts.com Juliette Aristides, "Roses", oil on Linen, 28 x 28 in Juliette Aristides "The Bowl", oil on linen Juliette Aristides Juliette Aristides "Touch", oil on linen, 18.5 x 26.5

Juliette Aristides is a monumental figure in the classical art community. Her three books on painting have been hugely influential to a generation of artists, with a new, fourth book in the works. Together they create a context for the pictures of some of the most revered contemporary classical realist painters by placing their works next to a lineage of old master and 19th Century paintings. Juliette continues to inspire scores with her own painting and drawing, teaching, and lectures. She is also an old friend and we were happy to finally catch her on a trip to NYC to record a conversation at the Salmagundi Club. Thanks so much for a great discussion Juliette. And, thanks always to Jay Braun!<a href="http://www.aristidesarts.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.aristidesarts.com</a> Juliette Aristides, "Roses", oil on Linen, 28 x 28 in Juliette Aristides "The Bowl", oil on linen Juliette Aristides Juliette Aristides "Touch", oil on linen, 18.5 x 26.5

Episode 20: Juliette Aristides

Julio Reyes

The boys sit down with the talented artist Julio Reyes resulting in a great and inspiring conversation on art and living as an artist. Enjoy.

The boys sit down with the talented artist Julio Reyes resulting in a great and inspiring conversation on art and living as an artist. Enjoy.

Episode 50: Julio Reyes

Robert Liberace

We caught up with acclaimed artist Robert Liberace. We had been planning to speak with Robert for a while so we were excited to finally record with him. Robert is one of the top figurative artists working today, drawing and painting figures that are swirling with life and movement

We caught up with acclaimed artist Robert Liberace. We had been planning to speak with Robert for a while so we were excited to finally record with him. Robert is one of the top figurative artists working today, drawing and painting figures that are swirling with life and movement

Episode 48: Robert Liberace

Joseph McGurl

It’s been a while, but we are back with another riveting installment of Suggested Donation Podcast! We sat down with an artist who is widely considered to be one of the greatest living landscape painters, Joseph McGurl. Joseph’s paintings fuse vivid detail with a textured surface creating paintings that possess real presence. His works are painted using only his plein-air sketches, scientific knowledge and large doses of imagination. We discuss his philosophy on art, technique, tools and his love of science. We are grateful to Joseph McGurl for generously sharing his ideas with us. Thanks always to the Salmagundi Club for hosting us, and to Jay Braun for his many talents. Enjoy the show!  http://www.josephmcgurl.com

It’s been a while, but we are back with another riveting installment of Suggested Donation Podcast!  We sat down with an artist who is widely considered to be one of the greatest living landscape painters, Joseph McGurl. Joseph’s paintings fuse vivid detail with a textured surface creating paintings that possess real presence. His works are painted using only his plein-air sketches, scientific knowledge and large doses of imagination. We discuss his philosophy on art, technique, tools and his love of science. We are grateful to Joseph McGurl for generously sharing his ideas with us. Thanks always to the Salmagundi Club for hosting us, and to Jay Braun for his many talents. Enjoy the show!  <a href="http://www.josephmcgurl.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.josephmcgurl.com</a>

Episode 22: Joseph McGurl

Scott Waddell

We're back, again. This time we are joined by artist and old pal, Scott Waddell. We recorded with local hero, Jay Braun, at the Grand Central Atelier in Queens, NY, where Scott, Tony and Edward all teach painting. Scott recently left his long run as one of the favorite core instructors to pursue his burgeoning online mentoring and instructional videos. We discuss this transition, his roots in film and, of course, his epic paintings. We hope you enjoy this conversation with one of our favorite artists! Definitely check out Scott's informative and engaging videos at his website:http://scottwaddellfineart.com

We're back, again. This time we are joined by artist and old pal, Scott Waddell. We recorded with local hero, Jay Braun, at the Grand Central Atelier in Queens, NY, where Scott, Tony and Edward all teach painting. Scott recently left his long run as one of the favorite core instructors to pursue his burgeoning online mentoring and instructional videos. We discuss this transition, his roots in film and, of course, his epic paintings. We hope you enjoy this conversation with one of our favorite artists! Definitely check out Scott's informative and engaging videos at his website:<a href="http://scottwaddellfineart.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://scottwaddellfineart.com</a>

Episode 23: Scott Waddell

Cesar Santos

We were recently joined by acclaimed artist Cesar Santos, who dropped by the Grand Central Atelier while in town for the Art Miami show in NYC. We had a super fun and energetic conversation about art, getting into galleries, boxing and more. Thanks again to Jay Braun, the Grand Central Atelier and Cesar Santos!  Next Door Neighbor. 36 X 28 in, oil on linen Welder. 63 X 40 in, oil on linen Amore. 29 X 22 in, oil on linen http://www.santocesar.com

We were recently joined by acclaimed artist Cesar Santos, who dropped by the Grand Central Atelier while in town for the Art Miami show in NYC. We had a super fun and energetic conversation about art, getting into galleries, boxing and more. Thanks again to Jay Braun, the Grand Central Atelier and Cesar Santos!  Next Door Neighbor. 36 X 28 in, oil on linen Welder. 63 X 40 in, oil on linen Amore. 29 X 22 in, oil on linen <a href="http://www.santocesar.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.santocesar.com</a>

Episode 19: Cesar Santos

Max Ginsburg

Sharpen your pencils and get ready for our latest back-to-school spectacular! In by popular demand we have a wide-ranging conversation with the one and only Max Ginsburg. Max walks us through about seven decades of realist art and illustration enlightening us with his philosophy along the way. Thanks to the Grand Central Atelier in Queens, NY where we recorded this one and as always to the fabulous and fierce Jay Braun. Hope you enjoy! http://www.maxginsburg.com FORECLOSURE   Oil   40" x 65"   2011 UNEMPLOYED ON LINE   Oil   40" x 80"   2013 BUS STOP   Oil   50" x 72"   2010

Sharpen your pencils and get ready for our latest back-to-school spectacular! In by popular demand we have a wide-ranging conversation with the one and only Max Ginsburg. Max walks us through about seven decades of realist art and illustration enlightening us with his philosophy along the way. Thanks to the Grand Central Atelier in Queens, NY where we recorded this one and as always to the fabulous and fierce Jay Braun. Hope you enjoy! <a href="http://www.maxginsburg.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.maxginsburg.com</a> FORECLOSURE   Oil   40" x 65"   2011 UNEMPLOYED ON LINE   Oil   40" x 80"   2013 BUS STOP   Oil   50" x 72"   2010

Episode 29: Max Ginsburg

Peter Trippi

Lawrence Alma-Tadema: At Home in AntiquityLawrence Alma-Tadema : In My Studiohttp://fineartconnoisseur.comhttps://figurativeartconvention.comWe sat down with Peter Trippi, Editor-in-Chief of Fine Art Connoisseur Magazine. Peter directed New York’s Dahesh Museum of Art, which specialized in 19th-century European academic painting and sculpture; before that, he held senior posts at the Brooklyn Museum and Baltimore Museum of Art. In 2002, Phaidon Press published Trippi’s monograph J W Waterhouse, which reassesses the Victorian painter best known for his Lady of Shalott at Tate Britain. Trippi went on to co-curate the Waterhouse retrospective that appeared 2008-2010 in the Netherlands, England, and Canada.  In 2016, Trippi co-curated the exhibition Lawrence Alma-Tadema: At Home in Antiquity, which is visiting three European museums through 2017: the Fries Museum (Leeuwarden, Netherlands), Belvedere (Vienna, Austria), and Leighton House Museum (London).  Trippi co-edited and contributed to the 250-page book that accompanies the project. Peter will host the up coming Figurative Art Convention and Expo, November 8-11 in Miami, Florida which will pull together some of the best figurative artists in the world. 

Lawrence Alma-Tadema: At Home in AntiquityLawrence Alma-Tadema : In My Studio<a href="http://fineartconnoisseur.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://fineartconnoisseur.com</a><a href="https://figurativeartconvention.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://figurativeartconvention.com</a>We sat down with Peter Trippi, Editor-in-Chief of Fine Art Connoisseur Magazine. Peter directed New York’s Dahesh Museum of Art, which specialized in 19th-century European academic painting and sculpture; before that, he held senior posts at the Brooklyn Museum and Baltimore Museum of Art. In 2002, Phaidon Press published Trippi’s monograph J W Waterhouse, which reassesses the Victorian painter best known for his Lady of Shalott at Tate Britain. Trippi went on to co-curate the Waterhouse retrospective that appeared 2008-2010 in the Netherlands, England, and Canada.  In 2016, Trippi co-curated the exhibition Lawrence Alma-Tadema: At Home in Antiquity, which is visiting three European museums through 2017: the Fries Museum (Leeuwarden, Netherlands), Belvedere (Vienna, Austria), and Leighton House Museum (London).  Trippi co-edited and contributed to the 250-page book that accompanies the project. Peter will host the up coming Figurative Art Convention and Expo, November 8-11 in Miami, Florida which will pull together some of the best figurative artists in the world.

Episode 35: Peter Trippi

We are very excited to announce the latest installment of Suggested Donation Podcast featuring artist, and founder and director of the Florence Academy, Daniel Graves. Daniel is a titan of the Classical Realism/Atelier movement and we are deeply honored that he took the time to sit down with us and share his ideas. We were lucky enough to schedule an evening at the Salmagundi Club  during his recent trip to inaugurate the newest branch of the Florence Academy here in the US, in Jersey City. Daniel is unparalleled in his tremendous impact spreading Classical training and the ideals of humanist art, and we sincerely hope that you enjoy this conversation. Thanks to Daniel Graves and to Susan Tintori for organizing the recording, the Salmagundi Club for hosting us, and Jay Braun for being a dear. http://www.danielgravespaintings.com/index.html http://www.florenceacademyofart.com Survivor of Abstract ArtOil on linen80 x 60 cm(31.5 x 23.75 in.)2013

We are very excited to announce the latest installment of Suggested Donation Podcast featuring artist, and founder and director of the Florence Academy, Daniel Graves. Daniel is a titan of the Classical Realism/Atelier movement and we are deeply honored that he took the time to sit down with us and share his ideas. We were lucky enough to schedule an evening at the Salmagundi Club  during his recent trip to inaugurate the newest branch of the Florence Academy here in the US, in Jersey City. Daniel is unparalleled in his tremendous impact spreading Classical training and the ideals of humanist art, and we sincerely hope that you enjoy this conversation. Thanks to Daniel Graves and to Susan Tintori for organizing the recording, the Salmagundi Club for hosting us, and Jay Braun for being a dear. <a href="http://www.danielgravespaintings.com/index.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.danielgravespaintings.com/index.html</a> <a href="http://www.florenceacademyofart.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.florenceacademyofart.com</a> Survivor of Abstract Art Oil on linen 80 x 60 cm (31.5 x 23.75 in.) 2013

Episode 18: Daniel Graves

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