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The Independent Artist Podcast

Douglas Sigwarth/ Will Armstrong
Art Shows
Art Fairs
Mental Health
Independent Artists
Community Support
Art Fair Circuit
Community
Creativity
Artist Community
Art Community
Fascism
Visual Arts
Transgender Issues
Photography
St. Louis Art Fair
Jewelry Theft
Minnesota
Social Justice
Glassblowing
Jewelry

Visual Artists! You are not alone! IAP gives voice to the working artist. Inspirational and entertaining conversations with successful road show artists. Every story delves into the process of self-discovery behind the work and the career path that creates financial success. Douglas Sigwarth is a glassblower, and Will Armstrong is a mixed-media artist. Both have been working as independent artists... more

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Welcome to The Independent Artist Podcast with your hosts Douglas and Will — the show where we pull back the curtain on the real life of working artists. 

As spring show season ramps up, co-hosts Douglas Sigwarth and Will Armstrong dive into the rea... more

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Welcome to The Independent Artist Podcast with your hosts Douglas and Will — the show where we pull back the curtain on the real life of working artists. 

Fresh off winning Best in Show at the Coconut Grove Arts Festival, Ecuadorian artist Nathalia ... more

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Welcome to The Independent Artist Podcast with your hosts Douglas and Will — the show where we pull back the curtain on the real life of working artists. 

Visual artists Douglas Sigwarth (www.sigwarthglass.com/) and Will Armstrong (ww... more

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Welcome to The Independent Artist Podcast with your hosts Douglas and Will — the show where we pull back the curtain on the real life of working artists. 

Visual artists Douglas Sigwarth (www.sigwarthglass.com/) and Will Armstrong (ww... more

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Recent Guests

Natalia Toledo Barcia
Professional visual artist featured on episode, Best in Show winner at Coconut Grove show
Episode: Manifestation of the Soul/ Nathalia Toledo Barcia
Erin Curry
Visual artist and guest on The Independent Artist Podcast
Episode: Art That Speaks to This Moment/ Erin Curry
Elissa Brown
Artist discussing her journey in the art world, her creative processes, and personal anecdotes.
Episode: Am I the Artist, or Am I the Art?/ Elissa Brown
Marina Terauds
Printmaker who immigrated from Latvia, shares her experiences and artistic journey.
Episode: Nurturing a Gift/ Marina Terauds
Cali Hobgood
A professional photographer known for her traditional film work and hand-painted images
Episode: How I See The World/ Cali Hobgood
Su Abbott
Abstract painter and comedian, reflecting on her artistic journey.
Episode: It's a Great Drug/ Su Abbott
Laura Junge
Co-owner of Jackson Junge Gallery and artist specializing in color-driven artwork.
Jackson Junge Gallery
Episode: Brick-and-Mortar/ Chris Jackson and Laura Junge
Chris Jackson
Co-owner of Jackson Junge Gallery and artist with a focus on innovative artwork.
Jackson Junge Gallery
Episode: Brick-and-Mortar/ Chris Jackson and Laura Junge
Sarah Umlauf
Executive Director of the St. Louis Art Fair
St. Louis Art Fair
Episode: I Check My Ego At The Door/ Sarah Umlauf

Hosts

Will Armstrong
Cohost of the show; mixed-media artist with two decades in the art fair circuit
Douglas Sigwarth
Cohost of the show; glassblower with deep experience in the touring artist scene

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 118 ratings
  • No longer working in silence

    I used listen to music while I worked in my studio and then for some reason the last 10 years I just preferred silence. My husband recommended podcasts, but there wasn't a single one that stuck. Until this one! Love getting into my studio to work and listen to these guys: funny, informative, relatable. Finally found my people!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    suz331383
    United States2 years ago
  • Wish there was less bro chit chat

    This show has some useful bits but unfortunately the hosts seem to forget there’s an audience on the other end.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    WorkinArtGurl
    United States2 years ago
  • Every episode is 5 stars

    Really. Their conversation is down to earth, full of useful insights and commentary, and pretty funny. I learn so much every episode and always feel encouraged after listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Horncarver
    United States2 years ago
  • Tons of fun, with a heap of solid info

    This podcast is in my top five. Will and Douglas know how to dig into the juice of the traveling artist’s life. It’s a joy to listen to, and it really helps pass the time while driving to a show or mowing the lawn. I can tell you I hate mowing the lawn so this is a real savior. Thanks Will and Douglas, I’m hooked!

    Jon

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J1137
    United States2 years ago
  • Great guys, great chats and great insights into the Art Show world

    So easy to listen to Doug and Will, such light and engaging commentary - they are my road companions on the way to the next show! Also great for me as a photographer to hear about the other worlds of fellow artists.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dave the Storm chaser
    United States2 years ago

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Many praise the hosts' interview skills and authentic, relatable storytelling.
Fans value the community feel and motivational guidance for independent artists.
Listeners appreciate the down-to-earth banter and practical tips for art fairs.

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Art That Speaks to This Moment/ Erin Curry
Q: What do you want to talk about?
Honestly, kind of that. Like, I've actually it's been making its way into my work and I think that's good. But I also feel very troubled by it.
Nurturing a Gift/ Marina Terauds
Q: How do you overcome the language barrier after immigrating?
My husband helped me communicate as he speaks Latvian, and it was very difficult to understand at first.
Nurturing a Gift/ Marina Terauds
Q: How are you feeling after your shoulder surgery?
I'm doing pretty well and recovering from the shoulder replacement surgery.
How I See The World/ Cali Hobgood
Q: Have experiences like that affected what you're going to make or what you're going to say, or have you stayed true to your voice?
Oh, absolutely, truer than ever. Although I'll tell you, there was a time four years ago, during COVID...
How I See The World/ Cali Hobgood
Q: So did he have words with you or some issues that he took up with you?
Yes. And I stepped forward and then I stepped back. I left the back of my booth and I went to find an officer.

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A vibrant show centered on working visual artists navigating the art fair circuit, studio life, and the business of making a living from art. Conversations span show setups, mentorship, pricing, authenticity, community, and resilience on the road, with frequent humor and practical tips for artists touring and selling at fairs. Noteworthy threads include mentorship stories, real-world show logistics, the tension between staying true to an artistic vision and commerce, and the supportive artist community that forms around touring life.

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1. Natalia Toledo Barcia
2. Erin Curry
3. Elissa Brown
4. Marina Terauds
5. Cali Hobgood
6. Su Abbott
7. Laura Junge
8. Chris Jackson

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