
Join us on Art Ladders, the Creative Climb, where we explore the inspiring journeys of artists and uncover the wisdom they've gained along the way. In each episode, hosts Valerie Allen and Armin Mersmann delve into the creative processes, challenges, and triumphs of artists. They interject their own experiences in their “coffee talk” style episodes between the two of them. Once a month, Val and Ar... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 116 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Arts | |||

In this episode, Val and Armin dive into the concept of working in series, discussing its benefits, challenges, and how it shapes artistic development. They also explore parallels between art and science, the importance of intentionality, and practic... more
Embracing Artistic Curiosity and Community: Insights from Stacy Phillips
Join us for an inspiring conversation with mixed media artist Stacy Phillips, whose journey bridges fine art, entrepreneurship, and teaching. Stacy shares her experience naviga... more
Most artists have cried over a painting — but what if those tears point to a deeper emotional truth about your art? In episode 116 of Art Ladders, Valerie and Armin dive into the powerful, often overlooked, emotional reactions that make artists tear ... more
Art, Mentorship, and Navigating Creativity During Challenging Times with Christine Evans.
Discover how artist and mentor Christine Evans navigates her creative journey, integrates diverse skills from psychotherapy to abstract art, and offers invalu... more
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The show centers on artists' journeys, creative processes, and the practical realities of making a life in the arts. Through candid conversations, hosts share lessons on experimentation, collaboration, storytelling in art marketing, legal considerations, and the role of residencies and communities in artistic growth. A distinctive feature is the informal mix of coffee-talk banter between two long-running hosts and monthly guest interviews that explore resilience, mentorship, and the evolving art landscape. Listeners can expect actionable tips, personal narratives, and a strong emphasis on persistence and community as core drivers of artistic success.
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