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Pencil Brush and Beyond

Pencil Brush and Beyond

By: Nat Wilks
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Hello and welcome to Pencil Brush and Beyond with Nat Wilks where we share tips, tricks and insights into creative practice and arts for wellbeing. Each episode we will dive into a new topic to help us on our creative journey and learn how to navigate the ups and downs of a creative life. If you are an artist, dreamer or creative soul who wants to build a meaningful creative practice then subscribe now and don’t miss an episode.Nat Wilks Art
Episodes
  • Art as therapy and income with Sharell Katelynn
    Jun 18 2025

    It's great that art can be a source of therapy but it can be a delicate balance when you try to earn an income from your art. In this episode Sharell Katelynn shares her art journey with us along with some insights into how she balances art as therapy and income. We touch on protecting therapeutic art from business demands, monetising / pricing your art, common mistakes to avoid and avoiding burnout by reconnecting with the joy of creating.


    You can find Sharell here:

    Website: ⁠Sharell Katelynn

    Newsletter: Newsletter Sign Up — Sharell Katelynn

    Instagram: ⁠Sharell Katelynn | Printmaker | Surface Designer (@sharellkatelynn) • Instagram photos and videos

    Pinterest: Pinterest

    TikTok: Sharell Katelynn (@sharellkatelynn) | TikTok


    All music licensed by Artlist

    Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Nat Wilks Art⁠⁠⁠⁠

    Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠


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    29 mins
  • Art as a second career with Kristin Steinke
    Jun 4 2025

    In this episode we dive deep into the world of art as a second career, with special guest Kristin Steinke. Kristin, a talented artist and friend shares her journey of transitioning from a 27 year military career to pursuing a creative life.

    The conversation explores; the initial fears and hesitations she faced, defining success in a creative career, what she thinks about having an art style and so much more.

    Kristin has great advice for aspiring artists, particularly those in demanding careers, don't miss what she has to say.


    You can find Kristin here:

    Website: http://www.kristinmsteinke.com

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/black_bird_art_design/

    All music licensed by Artlist

    Website: ⁠⁠⁠Nat Wilks Art⁠⁠⁠

    Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠

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    34 mins
  • How to use your 5 senses for art inspiration
    May 28 2025

    Do you ever feel stuck for inspiration? Your daily life is bursting with inspiration, you just need to know how to tap into it. Lets dive into how you can use your 5 senses to inspire your art. This episode has practical tips for you to use and even a challenge to get you started.

    All music licensed by Artlist

    Website: ⁠⁠Nat Wilks Art⁠⁠

    Instagram: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠

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    12 mins
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