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Veteran award-winning podcaster Chris Stafford talks to women artists from across mediums and around the world to get to know the person behind their art. Conversations are intimate and free flowing as we learn about the journey these talented women have taken to become successful artists.Testimonials:"It’s rare that I let everything hang out there about my past and what has formed me into an arti... more

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In this compelling episode, host Chris Stafford welcomes German cinematographer Bebe Dierken for an intimate and revealing conversation about the art and emotional power of visual storytelling.

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In this fascinating episode of the AART Podcast, host Chris Stafford sits down with British illuminator Thea Gould to explore the intricate and fascinating world of illumination—an ancient art form that continues to inspire modern creativity. Known f... more

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In this compelling episode of the AART Podcast, host Chris Stafford sits down with acclaimed American author and art historian Donna Seaman to explore her extraordinary life and career at the intersection of visual art and literature. Known for her d... more

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In this episode of the AART Podcast, host Chris Stafford sits down with acclaimed American trompe l’oeil painter Natalie Featherston, a Charlotte, North Carolina–based artist known for her extraordinary ability to create hyper-realistic paintings tha... more

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Bebe Dierken
Cinematographer, camera department professional
Filmmaking/Camera Department
Episode: Inside the Lens with Bebe Dierken | Cinematography, Storytelling & Creative Vision
Thea Gould
Illuminator and botanical artist specializing in gold leaf work
Independent artist
Episode: Preserving a Timeless Craft: Illuminator Thea Gould in Conversation
Donna Seaman
Author, art historian, advocate for women in the arts
Episode: Donna Seaman: The Life of an Art Historian, Author, and Champion of Artists
Natalie Featherston
American trompe l'oeil artist
Episode: Painting Reality: The Trompe l’Oeil World of Natalie Featherston
Erin Rothstein
Canadian hyperrealist artist focused on food and fashion
Independent artist
Episode: Canadian Hyperrealism Artist Erin Rothstein on Process, Inspiration & Career
Liz Nichols
Concrete artist (cement mason)
Portland, Oregon
Episode: Building Beauty: The Life and Art of Concrete Artist Liz Nichols
Katherina Olschbaur
Austrian-born painter living in New York; studio-based artist with a color-rich practice
Independent artist
Episode: Katherina Olschbaur: Vulnerability, Power & the Psychology of Contemporary Painting
Megan Seiter
Color pencil artist known for her detailed botanical artworks
Episode: Drawing a Life in Color: Megan Seiter on Art, Patience, and Process
Jazzy Kettenacker
A passionate video editor and filmmaker.
Bruton Strobe Outpost
Episode: Jazzy Kettenacker: Cutting a Life in Film — A Personal Journey of Art and Identity

Host

Chris Stafford
Host of the show, leads conversations with women artists across disciplines.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
  • Great podcast!

    I have really enjoyed this podcast. I appreciate the variety of artists Chris interviews and the questions she asks. As a newer artist it is reassuring that there is no one size fits all for artists! Thanks you Chris!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    abl2001
    United States2 months ago
  • Layers of Expression: The Art and Vision of Anna Carll, Contemporary Mixed-Media Artist

    I recently had the immense pleasure of spending an hour talking with Chris Stafford about my history and how that lead to my being an artist today. Stafford’s clear questions, humor and innate knowledge of how to really talk with you to bring a clarity to any subject was illuminating and insightful. It was a wonderful experience.

    ~Anna Carll

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A. Carll
    United States7 months ago
  • Upclose and personal

    I recently had the pleasure of being interviewed by Chris Stafford for her podcast, and it was a truly wonderful experience. Chris has a genuine gift for drawing out the stories, inspirations, and creative processes of women artists. She guided our conversation with warmth and insight—gently exploring my childhood experiences, making me laugh, and creating a space that felt both comfortable and inspiring. I deeply respect her commitment to celebrating female artists, and she herself is an inspir... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lorrie Anne Minicozzi
    United States8 months ago
  • Very insightful and visceral podcast

    I look forward to Tuesdays because Chris Stafford releases new episode every week!!!! AART podcast is a very intimate chat with female artists from around the world. She totally brings us into the daily life of these artists and how they go about their art and life practice. Definitely one of my fav podcasts

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aartsiiii
    United States2 years ago
  • Quality Interviewer

    Chris is such an interesting & interested interviewer. She manages to make her guests feel so relaxed & asks such unexpected questions, that the artist’s life story seems to unfold before you. She often goes right back to the grandparent’s history which sheds a rich light on the formative years of the artist. Chris allows her guests so much freedom & time to answer her questions that you actually feel you start to know them. She somehow had me talking about subjects entirely unrelated to art, bu... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    happy creative customer
    Switzerland2 years ago

Listeners Say

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The host draws out guests with warmth and insight, making interviews feel intimate and thoughtful.
Guests consistently praise the host's preparation, curiosity, and ability to surface meaningful career context.
Listeners appreciate the focus on female artists and the deep, personal storytelling.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#75
Germany/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#88
Finland/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#122
Brazil/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#129
Austria/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#148
Denmark/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#150
United Arab Emirates/Arts/Visual Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Inside the Lens with Bebe Dierken | Cinematography, Storytelling & Creative Vision
Q: What were your turning points or milestones in your career?
A sequence of steps—from starting as a photo assistant, moving into focus pulling, and then making a deliberate jump to directing photography—played out over many years, with mentors and pivotal opportunities in the UK that opened up the international stage.
Inside the Lens with Bebe Dierken | Cinematography, Storytelling & Creative Vision
Q: What has being an artist in this industry taught you about yourself?
It taught me to reflect continually, to challenge myself, and to bring empathy to every set I work on; I've learned that preparation and instinct must work together, and that personal growth often comes from tough experiences.
Preserving a Timeless Craft: Illuminator Thea Gould in Conversation
Q: What role did travel and exposure to different cultures play in your career?
A pivotal three-to-four-month work placement in the United States exposed her to American conservation practices and iconic institutions like the Getty, expanding her understanding of earth-shaking preservation standards and the visual language of gallery-ready conservation.
Preserving a Timeless Craft: Illuminator Thea Gould in Conversation
Q: How did your education and early career shape your current practice?
Her conservation training at Guildhall/Whitechapel laid a practical foundation, followed by a three-year apprenticeship at Titian Studio, which sparked her hands-on approach to gilding, japanning, and restoration for interior designers and antique dealers.
Preserving a Timeless Craft: Illuminator Thea Gould in Conversation
Q: Tell us where you are exactly and what you're working on now.
Thea describes her base in the south of England, her love for botanical subjects, and how illumination with gold leaf has become her primary focus, blending traditional techniques with modern media like watercolor and Procreate.

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Intimate conversations with women artists across a wide range of mediums, exploring how personal histories, mentorship, and industry dynamics shape creative paths. Episodes blend craft-focused details—from painting and sculpture to film and restoration—with candid stories about resilience, entrepreneurship, and balancing art with life. The format tends to surface practical insights for artists and aspiring guests, while highlighting underrepresented voices and diverse practices. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on personal evolution, the impact of mentorship, and the host's skill at asking thoughtful, unvarnished questions that reveal both process and mindset.

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Recent guests on AART include:

1. Bebe Dierken
2. Thea Gould
3. Donna Seaman
4. Natalie Featherston
5. Erin Rothstein
6. Liz Nichols
7. Katherina Olschbaur
8. Megan Seiter

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