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candy colored studio podcast episode #123 - ladies of the candy colored club present the “candy club collective” small works show
on thursday october 1st our art biz membership, mastermind & community: the candy colored club will be presenting our very first show together! it is an online-only show of small works 10x10 or smaller that will be available on my website (www.katrinaberg.com). 25 artists, 3 to 8 pieces each...all priced at either $150 or $200. (hint hint: our email list subscribers will be getting first dibs on this collection). in this episode, you’ll see and hear from 16 of our artists.
candy colored studio podcast episode #122 - watercolor artist erin acker & a peek at the upcoming “candy club collective” show
the candy colored club (our art biz mastermind/membership/community) has been preparing for our first online small works show: “candy club collective” that will be available on my website (www.katrinaberg.com) on thursday october 1st! we’ll have early access links sent to all of those on our email lists...so make sure you’re on my email list as well as erin’s and other candy club members (if you’re like me, you need more than one reminder lol). each candy club member has prepared 3 to 8 original pieces and they are all priced at either $150 or $200. Our small works are all 10x10” or smaller -- perfect for holiday gifting, starting your art collection or adding to it during this crazy time.
candy colored studio podcast episode #121 - fear. brave souls. reading more & open minds
what do YOU do when a new or old fear starts creeping in? do you meditate/pray/go for a run/share with a loved one or research your heart out? i’ve been voraciously reading, listening and researching every aspect of this pandemic, the sidebar events etc. i want to hear ALL the things and experiences from ALL the people.
candy colored studio podcast episode #120 - megan gray
if you don’t know her already, let me introduce you to my dear friend megan gray. if you feel like you’ve had to make tough decisions lately, or have been feeling the pull within your heart to make hard decisions...this episode is for you. if you’ve wanted to let go of things so you can be a better human, full of potential, a more aligned soul, and allow others the same growth and potential -- this episode is for you. megan is not just an artist, she is a mother and a friend, a connector of souls, a lover of becoming and understanding life deeper. listen as she talks about leaving instagram, her art journey...suggestions for school, what she gives up, and so much more. enjoy!
candy colored studio podcast episode #119 - SWEETlady: richelle jolley
meet our 3rd midwife, richelle jolley, who cared for and delivered our middle son and our twins. what is it that makes richelle such a great midwife and why do i love her so? hear about her unique gifts, talents, beautiful nurturing soul, and how she continues to bless my life and the lives of our family members each day.
candy colored studio podcast episode #118 - nila conzens - eat. move. matter.
“EAT. MOVE. MATTER. became my daily mantra.” meet lovely nila conzen from hamburg, germany! we had the loveliest chat. her light and love shines ...
candy colored studio podcast episode #117 - SWEETlady: gayle jones kotula
when i think of my dear friend gayle, i think of gifts or superpowers...the ability to feel so deeply, intuitively...to interpret nature and all it’s goodness...to listen, to breathe deeply...to share love and accept it freely. this is gayle jones. the photographer, painter, installation creator, entrepreneur, boss, site scout, mother, and amazing friend. Enjoy hearing about this special lady.
candy colored studio podcast episode #116 - essential alternative paths in life
i’m thinking about you, new homeschool parents, parents trying to survive this new world! alternatives aren’t just for the excelled or even those behind...alternatives are for anyone who finds that the traditional path isn’t working for them. hear more than 12 alternatives that have been the best paths for me, my family & friends. not all alternatives are the best path for everyone -- so listen to your heart while you listen to this episode...it will tell you which alternatives are right for you & your loved ones.
candy colored studio podcast episode #115 - SWEETlady: crystal miller
there’s nothing quite like finding friendship and connection where you can chat, eat yummy food, hit the town with the girls or your hubbies, celebrate art and culture...and then there’s crystal miller, who taught me that friendship is all those things and so much more -- it’s taking the hard times and using your experiences to make someone else’s journey a bit smoother or a bit less unexpected. meet crystal: the cheerleader everyone needs in their life, a warrior, survivor, mother of five, nurse and midwife, and one smart cookie to boot!
candy colored studio podcast episode #114 - my painting process
"tell me about your process"...sometimes there's just not enough time to really describe it all...so let's dive in. below you'll find a link to the YouTube version where you can see my paintings, materials & tools i use in the candy colored studio. i talk about my inspiration, how I choose my subjects, the symbolism in each subject, and my latest portrait series that combines all of these elements. enjoy!
candy colored studio podcast episode #113 - SWEETlady: desiree madsen
hear about my sister, sweet lady desiree madsen, or as our kiddos call her: auntie dez or auntie dezzer. dez is so much fun, a lover of christmas lights, eastlake, holidays in general, all things dance, the cosmos, movie quotes, gift boxes & games. she’s a massage therapist, and an artist... and i’m so grateful to be her sister...even if you can’t tell which of us is the oldest (personality-wise of course lol).
candy colored studio podcast episode #112 - working through triggers during covid (and the rest of our life...as when is life not stressful lol)
sharing some raw and hard things in this episode...please be mindful of those around you while your listening (earpods might be good) or take it as an opportunity to have a hard conversation with a loved one, friends, your children. these triggers are real. they are seemingly large and small but truly, no matter how large or small, they need to be acknowledged and used to better ourselves. know that you’re loved and thought of and that i have the greatest confidence in you and your heart to allow you to work through these triggers...and be there for others as they work through theirs.