Episode 6 - Richie Carter

Fine Art Podcast

RICHIE’S LINKS
https://www.richiecarterfinearts.com   / richiecarterfinearts     / richard.d.carter.9  

MARK'S PHOTOSHOP COURSE FOR ARTISTS
https://thebusinessof-art.teachable.c...

BOOK REFERENCE
“Steal Like an Artist” – by Austin Kleon

SUMMARY
Richie Carter, a young artist from Montana, shares his journey and experiences in the art world. He grew up in a rural community and developed a love for creating things from a young age. He pursued a BFA in painting from the University of Montana, where he faced challenges with the post-modern conceptually based art approach. Despite the difficulties, he persevered and continued to paint, eventually finding inspiration in plein air painting and the landscapes of Paris. Richie has studied with artists like John Poon, Maggie Siner, and Daniel Keys, who have influenced his artistic development. The conversation covers three main themes: the generosity of artists in sharing knowledge, the importance of painting from life, and the process of selling artwork. The guests emphasize the willingness of artists to share information and shortcuts they have learned throughout their careers. They encourage artists to start locally and show their work in their own communities. The conversation also explores the benefits of painting from life, whether it's landscapes or live portrait models, as it teaches valuable lessons and keeps artists humble. Lastly, the guests discuss the process of selling artwork, highlighting the importance of starting small and building a foundation in the local community. In this conversation, Mark and Richie discuss the importance of finding one's own artistic voice and not being afraid to be influenced by other artists. They emphasize the need to explore and experiment with different styles and techniques, while also staying true to oneself. They share personal experiences of discovering their own voices as artists and offer advice for those starting out. Richie also talks about his upcoming art show and workshops.

TAKEAWAYS
• Follow opportunities that present themselves, as they can have a significant impact on your career.
• Be kind and compassionate to yourself as an artist.
• There are multiple paths to success in the art world, including university education and workshops.
• Learning the fundamentals of drawing, value, color, and atmospheric perspective is essential.
• Find inspiration in nature and the places that resonate with you.
• Building relationships with other artists can lead to valuable learning experiences and friendships. Artists are
generous in sharing information and shortcuts they have learned throughout their careers.
• Painting from life, whether it's landscapes or live portrait models, teaches valuable lessons and keeps artists
humble.
• Starting small and showing artwork in the local community is a great way to begin selling artwork.
• Emulate and learn from artists you admire, but find your own voice and develop your own techniques. Don't
be afraid to be influenced by other artists, but also find your own artistic voice.
• Experiment with different styles and techniques to discover what resonates with you.
• Personal growth as an artist comes from pushing through challenging periods and embracing the process.
• Building an online presence and networking with galleries can help get your work seen.
• Teaching workshops can be a valuable way to share knowledge and connect with other artists.

KEY WORDS
Richie Carter, artist journey, creativity, painting, realism, art education, artist challenges, plein air painting, Paris, art workshops, John Poon, Maggie Siner, Daniel Keys, generosity, artists sharing knowledge, painting from life, selling artwork, art community, artistic voice, artistic exploration, artistic experimentation, personal growth, art show