Episodes

  • 170: Why Critique Matters (Even When It Stings)

    170: Why Critique Matters (Even When It Stings)
    Jun 5 2025
    On this episode of The Adventures in Arting Podcast, Julie and Eileen dive into the often uncomfortable—but absolutely essential—topic of critique in the creative process. …
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    55 mins
  • 169: Who Are You? How to Define Your Creative Identity as an Artist

    169: Who Are You? How to Define Your Creative Identity as an Artist
    May 20 2025
    In This Episode: Julie and Eileen dig into how artists can define who they are, what they offer, and why people should follow or support …
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    39 mins
  • 168: Why Artists Need Frameworks

    168: Why Artists Need Frameworks
    Apr 16 2025
    In this episode, Julie and Eileen explore how frameworks can transform your creative process from scattered to sustainable. Discover why the best artists—from jazz musicians …
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    59 mins
  • 167: 10 Questions to Catch Up & Spark Creativity

    167: 10 Questions to Catch Up & Spark Creativity
    Apr 2 2025
    Episode 167: 10 Questions to Catch Up and Spark Creativity Welcome back to the Adventures in Arting podcast! After a much-needed hiatus, we’re diving back …
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    1 hr
  • 166: Mary Correa on Her Art Practice

    166: Mary Correa on Her Art Practice
    Mar 18 2025
    Episode Summary: Welcome back to Adventures in Arting! After a long break, we’re diving back into inspiring conversations about creativity, art practice, and the artistic …
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • 165: Organizing Small Spaces

    165: Organizing Small Spaces
    Mar 4 2025
    Episode Title: Organizing Small SpacesPodcast: Adventures in Arting with Julie Fei-Fan BalzerHosts: Julie Fei-Fan Balzer & Eileen Hsu-Balzer Episode Summary:In this episode, Julie and her …
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    40 mins
  • 164: Drawing at the Danforth

    164: Drawing at the Danforth
    Aug 8 2024
    On this podcast (recorded over three weeks), I share my highs and lows, break throughs and frustrations with a drawing class I’m taking at the …
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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • 163 – Artwork Statements Aren’t Easy

    163 – Artwork Statements Aren’t Easy
    Aug 1 2024
    An Artwork Statement is a piece of writing that gives context to a specific artwork. It often explains the meaning, inspiration, techniques, and context behind …
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    38 mins