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BrushStrokes of Being

Karin Merx Fine Art
Art
Creativity
Spirituality
Artemisia Gentileschi
Old Masters
Mastery
World Building
Sacerdos Series
Art Education
Berthe Morisot
The Gaze Reclaimed
Character Development
Music
Leonardo Da Vinci
Women In Art
Camille Claudel
Impressionism
Rembrandt Van Rijn
Literature
Imagination

Brushstrokes of Being Podcast with conversations about art to inspire, encourage and teach brushstrokesofbeing.substack.com

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If Diego Velázquez applied to a gallery today, it’s not certain he would be accepted.

Not because of a lack of skill, but because of what is now required of artists before the work is even seen.

Today, artists are often evaluated through questions ... more

The first episode of 2026 begins not with acceleration, but with attention on the power of mastery.

While painting Janine Jansen, immersed in the music of Jean Sibelius, there was a moment in which the work aligned. Technique, listening, and observat... more

Mahalia, Rising Star places a contemporary Black British vocalist at the centre of a visual language historically complicit in marginalisation. Drawing on Pre-Raphaelite aesthetics while actively interrupting their gaze, the painting confronts questi... more

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In this new instalment of Letters from the Studio, I open the door to the beginnings of my portrait of Sol Gabetta, a work that listens before it speaks. The first layer meets the canvas through music: the arc of movement, the breath between phrases,... more

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Recent Guests

Karen van Hoey Smith
Mentor, art director, educator, and curator
Episode: Art as Portal or Mirror?
Elizabeth Markevitch
Founder of IkonoTV and specialist in Impressionist and Modern Masterpieces
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Episode: Elizabeth Markevitch
Adebanji Alade
A well-known artist in the UK, president of the Royal Institute of Oil Painters, trained at Yabba College of Technology and Heatherly School of Fine Arts
Royal Institute of Oil Painters
Episode: Adebanji Alade
Elizabeth Amisu
Author of the Sacerdos series and an advocate for imaginative world-building in literature.
Episode: The Art of World Building
Agnes Gomori
Artist and spiritual seeker
Episode: A Conversation With Agnes Gomori
Louise Fowler
An oil painter and musician from Cornwall.
Louise Fowler Art
Episode: A Conversation With Louise Fowler

Hosts

Kajden Meriks
Host of BrushStrokes of Being Podcast, focuses on mastery, art, and education.
Joyce Ter Horst
Curator/mentor perspectives in equine art and exhibitions.
Tony O'Connor
Equine art specialist contributing artist perspectives.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 7 ratings
  • Great content

    Karin really draws in the listener and her podcast truly has great content for creatives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CreativeSheryl
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Appreciation for discussions about art in society and the role of mastery in creativity.
Vivid appreciation for how the host draws out guests and deepens understanding of art.
Listeners value thoughtful critiques of art history and representation.
Fans remark on the show's mentorship-forward approach and accessibility of complex topics.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#172
Finland/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#175
Sweden/Arts/Visual Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Adebanji Alade
Q: Do you believe that everyone who starts with some kind of type of putting a pen to paper or a brush to paper needs to learn how to sketch and see?
For representational art, yes. Sketching is essential for clearly and accurately communicating ideas.

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A thought-provoking series centered on visual arts, mastery, and the artist's journey. Episodes explore mastery in art and music, the value of training and technique, how art communicates emotion beyond appearance, and the artist's role in society—from historical women artists to mentorship, education, and the impact of technology on creativity. Notable threads include the balance between skill and imagination, the politics and economics of the art world, and the healing power of art in modern life. The show often foregrounds personal storytelling and cultural critique, making it valuable for listeners who want deeper insight into artistic practice, representation, and art's relevance today.

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2. Elizabeth Markevitch
3. Adebanji Alade
4. Elizabeth Amisu
5. Agnes Gomori
6. Louise Fowler

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