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Artwork for The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor

The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor

Birgit O’Connor
Watercolor Painting
Creativity
Watercolor
Art Community
Birgit O'connor
Motivation
Imposter Syndrome
Find Your Creative Flow
Northern Lights
Composition
Growth Season
Plateau
Perfectionism
Floral Abstractions
Lonely Artist
Artistic Isolation
Confidence
Creative Flow
Art Techniques
Creative Process

Watercolor tips, guest interviews, demonstrations, marketing, techniques, how to stay motivated

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Artwork for The World of Watercolor Painting with Birgit O’Connor

Latest Episodes

In this members discussion, we chat about the growing excitement around Bohan watercolor paper, how it compares to other surfaces, and what students are experiencing while painting on it.

We also dive into the creative journey behind my newest books... more

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How do you create flow in your painting—and why does it sometimes feel stuck or overworked?

In this episode, we explore how to create flow in watercolor by simplifying shapes, grouping values, and learning to see your subject differently. Instead of... more

Today, I’m joined by performance artist Sha Sha Higby—a truly unique creative whose work blends watercolor, sculpture, costume design, and shadow performance into immersive, emotional storytelling.

We talk about her upcoming shadow puppet performanc... more

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Shasha Higby
World-famous performance artist and puppeteer
Self-employed / independent artist
Episode: The Creative Process, Guest Artist Sha Sha Higby
Gloria Andison
A student artist and painter from Whitehorse, Yukon, specializing in watercolor landscapes, particularly the Northern Lights.
Episode: Painting the Northern Lights in Watercolor: A Student's Journey

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Birgit O'Connor
Host of The World of Watercolor Painting Podcast

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4.3 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • I think this would be a 5 star podcast IF I could SEE Brigit's visual references.But I can't.So here she is, describing a painting or art she admires or something she is working on as if you are watching a video of it. I had thought perhaps it would be a discussion of techniques or pigments, or interviews with aetists about their styles, struggles, and triumphs. Maybe it is. But after the umpteeth reference to a visual element, I gave up and went hunting for the actual podcast vid elsewhere.I d... more

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    The Bookie
    United States5 years ago
  • Clearly a visual podcast, not for audio

    I think this would be a 5 star podcast IF I could SEE Brigit's visual references.But I can't.So here she is, describing a painting or art she admires or something she is working on as if you are watching a video of it. I had thought perhaps it would be a discussion of techniques or pigments, or interviews with aetists about their styles, struggles, and triumphs. Maybe it is. But after the umpteeth reference to a visual element, I gave up and went hunting for the actual podcast vid elsewhere.I d... more

    Audible
    2
    The Bookie
    United States5 years ago
  • Informative

    Loved the information and the authentic discussion!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ketta08
    United States6 years ago
  • Great podcast.

    It is great to have an in-depth discussion about Watercolour. Great guests and quality advice and stories all around. Inspiring. Keep up the amazing work. :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Southern Whitey
    Australia7 years ago
  • So much fun

    It is interesting to hear the pactical side of art while keeping it fun

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CW567
    United States7 years ago

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Engaging mix of technique and studio life that keeps painting momentum.
Informative and authentic discussions make the craft feel accessible.
High-quality guests and actionable watercolor advice.

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#88
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Apple Podcasts
#229
Canada/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#246
Australia/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#77
Denmark/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#110
New Zealand/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#188
Sweden/Arts/Visual Arts

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The show consistently centers on watercolor practice, technique, and the artist's journey, often pairing practical painting tips with interviews and demonstrations. Episodes frequently explore creative process, motivation, and how to sustain practice, with a focus on community, personal growth, and marketing oneself as an artist. Noteworthy angles include interdisciplinary work, seasonal creative cycles, and resilient approaches to pursuing art as a viable career, all conveyed through a supportive, studio-focused lens that appeals to watercolor artists at different levels.

Listeners are likely drawn to actionable guidance (composition, value, edges), inspiration from guest artists, and a sense of belonging within a like-minded artistic com... more

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