Hooked on Art Podcast

Are you traveling to Edinburgh in Scotland? Here you’ll discover hidden treasures of the Scottish National Gallery, home to the best Scottish art in national gallery Edinburgh. I’m on a mission to uncover as many stories in famous paintings in Scottish National Gallery as I can before my time runs out. From brutal dramas to national controversies, these are the details most visitors walk right past. The clock is ticking… let’s go! To read and see pictures of the gallery, go here: https://veronicasart.com/5-undeniable-reasons-to-love-scottish-national-gallery/ If you’d like to support my work, subscribe & rate this podcast on Spotify and Apple | Show your support for the podcast: here | Host: Veronica Winters, MFA | veronicasart.com The post An Artist’s Love letter to the Scottish National Gallery appeared first on Veronica Winters Painting.

Dedicated to the enjoyment of the public from the very beginning, this palace was never Isabella’s house. Rather, it is a Venetian-style palace filled with art, history, and beauty that reflects her rt collecting aesthetic and taste. The house-museum is the world of Isabella Stewart Gardner, the fiery socialite and adventurous spirit who turned her passion for beauty into one of America’s most audacious art collections. This museum experienced the largest art theft in history, 13 artworks were stolen. A crime so brazen it left empty frames mocking visitors to this day. Welcome inside the powerful, enigmatic realm of Isabella Gardner—a tale of creative vision, tragedy, and treasures still missing. To read about the Isabella Stewart Gardner’s Palace in Boston, Massachusetts and to see pictures: https://veronicasart.com/the-queens-hidden-palace-isabella-stewart-gardners-boston-legacy-of-art-intrigue-and-the-greatest-heist-ever/ video: https://youtu.be/69qpQMk5eVw If you’d like to support my work, subscribe & rate this podcast on Spotify and Apple | Show your support for the podcast: here | Host: Veronica Winters, MFA | veronicasart.com The post From Venice to Boston: The TRUE Story of America’s Craziest Art Collection & the Thieves Who Stole It appeared first on Veronica Winters Painting.

Discover how one of the most famous artists lived, loved, created, and failed. Visit his House-Museum in Amsterdam to trace Rembrandt’s career, art, and success. Video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-WpakXGmLjA Article with images: https://veronicasart.com/revealing-rembrandts-artistic-career-inside-the-amsterdams-house-museum/ If you’d like to support my work, subscribe & rate this podcast on Spotify and Apple | Show your support for the podcast: here | Host: Veronica Winters, MFA | veronicasart.com The post Rembrandt’s Rise & Fall: inside Amsterdam’s House-Museum appeared first on Veronica Winters Painting.

Strasbourg is one of the most beautiful cities in old Europe I’ve traveled to thus far. This inspirational place offers a unique blend of German and French architecture that feels special. In this podcast episode I walk you through major art seeing in this town. To read and see pictures of Strasbourg: https://veronicasart.com/strasbourg-unique-blend-of-french-and-german-architectural-influences/ Video: https://youtu.be/5Yz-w5TnFiE Subscribe & rate this podcast on Spotify and Apple | Show your support for the podcast: here | Host: Veronica Winters, MFA | veronicasart.com The post Strasbourg art guide appeared first on Veronica Winters Painting.

You won’t believe this place exists in Greece! Walk inside the monasteries of Holy Meteora and learn about its rich history, stunning Byzantine paintings and the Eastern Orthodox church. Explore this unique destination with me to feel inspired at heart to create art! Floating in the air, Meteora is a group of 6 monasteries of various size that provide shelter to monks, religious art and spirit. Stunning views from and to the monasteries are everywhere along the road leading to the top. Located about 5-6 hours away from Athens, Greece, it’s a must-see attraction. I explain some facts about the history of Meteora and its rock formations, the origins of monkhood and how they climbed the rocks. I also give explanation about the origins of the Byzantine painting and the Eastern orthodox church. I explain the rules of icon painting. Finally, I share some travel tips in the end. To read about the Holy Meteora and its history, the orthodox church and byzantine painting: https://veronicasart.com/holy-meteora-magical-spiritual-place-on-earth-its-history-the-byzantine-painting/ Video: https://youtu.be/NvmqdCqlNCo?si=Xn7G-sndzxMgeB4J Subscribe & rate this podcast on Spotify and Apple | Show your support for the podcast: here | Host: Veronica Winters, MFA | veronicasart.com The post Holy Meteora: Discover Magical Place on Earth appeared first on Veronica Winters Painting.

What’s inside the Louvre? I take you on a virtual tour of the best art museum in the world. To read the article and see art: https://veronicasart.com/the-most-beautiful-art-in-the-louvre-from-sculpture-to-painting-to-ancient-cultures-of-egypt-assyria-and-greece/ Video: https://youtu.be/5EkpVRnBkqg Subscribe & rate this podcast on Spotify and Apple | Show your support for the podcast: here | Host: Veronica Winters, MFA | veronicasart.com The post The best art in the Louvre art museum appeared first on Veronica Winters Painting.

Delve into the enigmatic world of the Eleusinian Mysteries! This video explores the ancient Greek rituals, their connection to the cult of Demeter and Persephone, and the potential role of psychedelic substances like the “kykeon” in inducing altered states of consciousness. We’ll examine the archaeological evidence, historical accounts, and philosophical interpretations of these sacred rites, uncovering the mysteries surrounding death, rebirth, and the pursuit of esoteric knowledge in ancient Greece Although the use of psychedelics is a forbidden topic in our society, ancient cultures have used them for centuries. Join me as I dive deep into the secrets of Demeter’s ancient cult, sacred space and architecture in Eleusis! Video on Youtube: https://youtu.be/RFUU8yxs5yU To see pictures of the place and read more: https://veronicasart.com/what-lies-beneath-demeters-ancient-cult-of-eleusinian-mysteries-psychedelics-death-god/ Subscribe & rate this podcast on Spotify and Apple | Show your support for the podcast: here | Host: Veronica Winters, MFA | veronicasart.com The post The Eleusinian Mysteries: A Window into the History of Mystery Religions and Ancient Spirituality appeared first on Veronica Winters Painting.

We all know that the reach on Instagram has declined tremendously. While I think that the golden days of Instagram are over, there are many things you can tweak on your art account to receive more views and followers. I include many tips that you would normally pay for in a course but I decided to make the majority of information available for free on my blog and YouTube. I’d appreciate it if you rate this podcast on Apple and Spotify. Links are below. Thank you! The YouTube video guides you visually: https://youtu.be/p_ZxkNDo5s4 Subscribe & rate this podcast on Spotify and Apple | Show your support for the podcast: here | Host: Veronica Winters, MFA | veronicasart.com The post How to boost your reach on Instagram appeared first on Veronica Winters Painting.

Mycenae is the ancient archeological site near Mykines in Argolis, Greece. It’s a fascinating place to visit when you learn about its connection to the ancient Greek history. 16th century BC to be exact. It’s a place of one of the oldest known cultures in the world- the Mycenaeans. They wrote in Linear B text, the cyclopes built walls and people worshiped the Earth goddess. Perseus founded Mycenae and Agamemnon, king of Mycenae, set out against Troy in the Trojan War. Go on a journey to discover myths and art of ancient Greece. Video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/V1iCUh91qD0 To read and see pictures about Mycenae, Greece: https://veronicasart.com/from-perseus-to-trojan-war-7-mind-blowing-myths-about-mycenae-that-changed-ancient-greece/ Subscribe & rate this podcast on Spotify and Apple | Show your support for the podcast: here | Host: Veronica Winters, MFA | veronicasart.com The post From Perseus to Trojan War: 7 strange myths of Mycenae that changed ancient Greece appeared first on Veronica Winters Painting.

You can take a deep dive into ancient Greek history by virtually visiting Delphi, the cult center with its gods, oracles, art, architecture, and myths. To see art, articles, and references for this episode, visit: https://veronicasart.com/cult-center-of-delphi-its-history-oracles-greek-myths-architecture-and-art/ Video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/qogqH1kKzHM Subscribe & rate this podcast on Spotify and Apple | Show your support for the podcast: here | Host: Veronica Winters, MFA | veronicasart.com The post What you don’t know about Ancient Delphi, God Apollo, Oracle, Myths, History, Architecture & Art appeared first on Veronica Winters Painting.

The artist’s style defines the creator in the eyes of art collectors, curators, artists and any art enthusiasts. The artist’s name becomes the brand name. In this episode, I share my thoughts on happiness, creativity and how to find your unique voice or art style. These are my ideas that you can explore further in your art and life. Video https://youtu.be/5YejRjRYLEQ You can read the essays here: https://veronicasart.com/can-you-just-do-on-artistic-inspiration-self-doubt-and-work/ Subscribe & rate this podcast on Spotify and Apple | Show your support for the podcast: here | Host: Veronica Winters, MFA | veronicasart.com The post How to find your unique art style appeared first on Veronica Winters Painting.

As artists we experience a wide range of emotions. All people have them but we tend to feel them much deeper. In this episode I share my thoughts about artistic sensitivity, jealousy, self-doubt, failure and work. I also tell you how I’m learning to dream big as a creative. I hope this is helpful to you if you feel stuck or unaccepted for who you are. Dive into the world of visionary art and explore the emotions and beauty behind art creation. You can read the essays here: https://veronicasart.com/can-you-just-do-on-artistic-inspiration-self-doubt-and-work/ Subscribe & rate this podcast on Spotify and Apple | Show your support for the podcast: here | Host: Veronica Winters, MFA | veronicasart.com The post On artist sensitivity, jealousy, self-doubt, failure, work and dreams appeared first on Veronica Winters Painting.

In this episode I compare popular brands of colored pencils – Polychromos vs. Prismacolor. I look at their advantages and disadvantages drawing with them for many years. I also share what papers work best with these professional colored pencils. On YouTube: https://youtu.be/dRFvYFRZSSY The Colored Pencil ManualHow to Color Like an ArtistThese art instruction books are on sale on Amazon! Subscribe & rate this podcast on Spotify and Apple | Show your support for the podcast: here | Host: Veronica Winters, MFA | veronicasart.com The post From Faber-Castell Polychromos to Prismacolor Premier Colored Pencils: reviewing their characteristics to create realism art appeared first on Veronica Winters Painting.

Explore the world of Greek sphinxes in this fascinating video, delving into history, mythology, and art. From ancient pottery to colorful myths, uncover the mysteries of these enigmatic creatures! In this episode I share my research about ancient Greek Sphinxes. I explore cultural influences, places and meaning of the Sphinx that’s based on my trip to Greece. A lot of information also comes from the Met’ website. It’s best to either watch a video or see the pictures of ancient Greek art on my blog. So to read and see the art of the sphinx figure, go here: https://veronicasart.com/the-sphinx-of-greece-its-history-mythology-art/ To watch the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/GFjTedAqKjU If you find this episode interesting, share it with your friends and review the show! Subscribe & rate this podcast on Spotify and Apple | Show your support for the podcast: here | Host: Veronica Winters, MFA | veronicasart.com The post The Enigmatic World of Greek Sphinxes: history, mythology & art appeared first on Veronica Winters Painting.

In this episode I discuss the birth of the 19th-century art movements, some famous artists and their career success. I share one of my personal life’s lessons in the arts and what you need to pay attention to working on your art and career as an artist. You can see the art and read here: https://veronicasart.com/the-infamous-fate-of-some-famous-artists/ Video: https://youtu.be/Jfs2sg00U3g https://youtu.be/Jfs2sg00U3g If you find this episode interesting, share it with your friends and review the show! Subscribe & rate this podcast on Spotify and Apple | Show your support for the podcast: here | Host: Veronica Winters, MFA | veronicasart.com The post Art, creativity & commercial success: the infamous fate of some famous artists appeared first on Veronica Winters Painting.

Are you an artist looking for the best quality colored pencils? In this episode (that’s also available in a video format on YouTube), I reveal the top 4 brands that are worth the splurge. Plus, I’ll tell you about the most expensive colored pencils on the market!Whether you’re an artist, a student, or simply love to color, this video will help you choose the best colored pencils for your needs. If you’re tired of low-quality colored pencils and want to invest in the best, then this podcast episode is for you. I’ll compare each brand’s price, softness, and overall quality to help you make the most informed decision for your art supplies. Don’t miss out on seeing the best colored pencils for your next masterpiece! Warning. The episode is highly informative review of the top colored pencil brands! On YouTube: https://youtu.be/vu0kycGEWzc The Colored Pencil ManualHow to Color Like an ArtistThese art instruction books are on sale on Amazon! Subscribe & rate this podcast on Spotify and Apple | Show your support for the podcast: here | Host: Veronica Winters, MFA | veronicasart.com The post 4 Best Brands of Colored Pencils: are they worth the splurge? appeared first on Veronica Winters Painting.

Discover the hidden power of art and how it can enhance your emotional well-being. Join me as I explore the often overlooked connection between art and emotion, and why it deserves more attention in our public education system. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to enrich your life through the world of art – subscribe now! To watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/Zh0KvUedMpQ Subscribe & rate this podcast on Spotify and Apple | Show your support for the podcast: here | Host: Veronica Winters, MFA | veronicasart.com The post 3 Surprising Reasons How Art Improves Creativity & Well-Being appeared first on Veronica Winters Painting.

In this episode I share my thoughts and experiences outlining our unique perception of reality and how to expand on our awareness, understanding and love. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/z7bFUwyNXRY Subscribe & rate this podcast on Spotify and Apple | Show your support for the podcast: here | Host: Veronica Winters, MFA | veronicasart.com The post This is why you have unique perception of reality, emotions & awareness appeared first on Veronica Winters Painting.

In this episode I list 4 different surfaces for colored pencil drawing I use the most often. There are many more drawing papers of course. Share your ideas in the comments on YouTube or in messages on Instagram To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/LdXTinmciDc Subscribe & rate this podcast on Spotify and Apple | Show your support for the podcast: here | Host: Veronica Winters, MFA | veronicasart.com The post 4 best papers for colored pencil drawing appeared first on Veronica Winters Painting.

Megan Seiter is an accomplished, contemporary hyperrealist artist working in colored pencil. A winner of many prestigious awards, Megan creates beautiful floral paintings with a twist. Using the pan pastel and watercolor she draws realistic still life paintings with amazing precision and vibrancy. In the interview she shares her colored pencil techniques, art supplies and gives us valuable tips on art marketing, presentation, networking, gallery representation, and so on. You don’t want to miss this episode! Parrot Tulips by Megan Seiter, colored pencil drawing Megan Seiter website: https://www.meganseiter.com/ To watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/53_ObOt26F8 Subscribe & rate this podcast on Spotify and Apple | Show your support for the podcast: here | Host: Veronica Winters, MFA | veronicasart.com The post Learn art promotion and colored pencil techniques with Megan Seiter appeared first on Veronica Winters Painting.