Best Gabor Svagrik Podcasts (2024)

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Size Versus Quality 3:25

6M ago3:25

3:25

Are you painting for excellence or just to fill a space on the wall? Often I hear students speak about having to paint in certain dimensions, but bigger isn't always better...To sign up for a free webinar, check out: ⁠https://gaborsvagrik.easywebinar.live/registration⁠Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos and more!Website ⁠svagri…

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Camaraderie Among Artists with Mitch Baird and Eric Jacobsen 14:11

7M ago14:11

14:11

Earlier this month, artists Mitch Baird, Eric Jacobsen, and Gabor met up at a Plein Air Painters of America convention. While there, they discussed why cultivating a crew of likeminded artists is so vital for the creative process.About the Artists: Eric Jacobsen was born and raised in New England. He received a BA in History from Gordon College in …

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Outdoor painting with Special Guest David Curtis and Colley Whisson: PART 3 26:18

7M ago26:18

26:18

In the final part of the conversation between David, Colley, and Gabor, the three dive into the contemporary painters they admire and Colley asks David about some of the specific techniques he uses while painting. About the Artist: Born in Doncaster in 1948, David headed an engineering design team until 1988 when he became a full time painter. He w…

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Outdoor painting with Special Guest David Curtis and Colley Whisson: PART 2 24:17

8M ago24:17

24:17

Continuing the conversation from last episode, Gabor, Colley, and David discuss how they feel inspired on the field, what music they listen to when they paint, and the importance of developing your drawing skills. About the Artist: Born in Doncaster in 1948, David headed an engineering design team until 1988 when he became a full time painter. He w…

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Outdoor Painting with Special Guest David Curtis and Colley Whisson: PART 1 24:09

8M ago24:09

24:09

It was our treat to record an insightful discussion between Gabor, Colley Whisson, and acclaimed British watercolour and oil painter, David Curtis. This conversation is broken up into three parts, the first of which is recorded here where the three consider the joys of painting outdoors and the benefits of sharing your work on the internet. About t…

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The Relationship between Large Masses with Matt Smith 5:09

8M ago5:09

5:09

All scenes are comprised of abstract shapes - the key is to spot them, and render them artistically. Artist Matt Smith and Gabor also discuss the difference between representing visual reality and photo-reality, pointing to the work of artist Daniel Sprick as a good example of someone who's work is highly rendered, yet still based in the foundation…

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Keeping your Brushes Clean with Matt Smith 5:21

8M ago5:21

5:21

Not all oil painters are the cleanest when they get out into the field and paint. Matt shares with you some tips about how to organize and keep your brushes so you can get the best results on the canvas. About the Artist: Matt Smith earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in painting from Arizona State University. Somewhat frustrated with the abstrac…

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Do not over explain 7:47

9M ago7:47

7:47

Painters are often tempted to over explain their subject by going into detail. But too many details muddies the character of the painting. To sign up for a free webinar, check out: https://gaborsvagrik.easywebinar.live/registration Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos and more! Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/ Inst…

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Finding the Horizon line with Matt Smith 3:35

9M ago3:35

3:35

One of the largest issues that Matt sees his students struggle with is perspective, specifically finding the horizon line. About the Artist: Matt Smith earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in painting from Arizona State University. Somewhat frustrated with the abstract focus of the program at ASU, he began looking to outside sources for inspiratio…

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Alone Time for Artists 7:13

9M ago7:13

7:13

A vital part of creativity is allowing yourself time everyday to pause and reflect. Here I discuss my philosophy of alone time and how I carve out time every day to achieve it. To sign up for a free webinar, check out: https://gaborsvagrik.easywebinar.live/registration Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos and more! Website svagr…

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Artistic Approach to the Portrait with Simon Kogan 28:42

9M ago28:42

28:42

What is likeness? How do you achieve it? Simon Kogan recounts and experiment he did with his class where he distorted a photograph to accentuate certain features, demonstrating that creating an artistic portrait is not merely recording the facial features accurately. About the Artist: Since immigrating to the U.S. in 1991, [Simon Kogan] has steadil…

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What's Your Plan with Randy Sexton 11:42

10M ago11:42

11:42

Today's topic is intent. If you have no master plan or purpose behind your painting, then you may find improving your work difficult. Randy discusses with Gabor what inspires him and how he allows his intent to shape his work. About the Artist: California based artist, Randall Sexton, is nationally known for the use of color and expressive brushwor…

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Brushing up on your Brushes with Randy Sexton 12:34

11M ago12:34

12:34

As artists we are always learning, growing, and experimenting. In this episode, Randy discusses how exploring different types of brushes unlocked more of his creativity as a painter. About the Artist: California based artist, Randall Sexton, is nationally known for the use of color and expressive brushwork in his oil paintings of “everyday” scenes.…

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Sargent was a Copycat with Randy Sexton 8:02

11M ago8:02

8:02

After a recent visit to the Sargent in Spain exhibition in San Francisco, Randy was struck by how often Sargent would copy other artists in order to better himself. He reflects on how this simple exercise can better every artist. About the Artist: California based artist, Randall Sexton, is nationally known for the use of color and expressive brush…

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Community with Randy Sexton 9:11

11M ago9:11

9:11

For nearly 30 years Randy Sexton has been teaching workshops and has surrounded himself with a community of artists, which has proven tremendously beneficial in his career. He finds that in community, he would learn more from his peers than he had in art school. About the Artist: California based artist, Randall Sexton, is nationally known for the …

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Are you a Slow or Fast Painter? 5:57

12M ago5:57

5:57

There is no right or wrong answer to this question, but you can improve how fast you paint, which is particularly important if you are a plain air painter, if you practice consistently. To sign up for a free webinar, check out: https://gaborsvagrik.easywebinar.live/registration Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos and more! Webs…

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Outdoor Painting Tips with Matt Smith 10:01

12M ago10:01

10:01

Matt Smith jokes that when he retires as a professional painter, he will become a full time plein air painter so he can spend all his time doing what he loves. Check out this episode to get some of his tips for new (and veteran) outdoor painters. About the Artist: Matt Smith earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in painting from Arizona State Unive…

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Work the Whole Painting 4:37

12M ago4:37

4:37

When you write a paper, the best place to begin is with an outline, an overview of what you would like to say. Similarly with painting, especially plein air painting, you ought to focus on the big ideas, the whole picture, instead of getting bogged down with one aspect of the painting. To sign up for a free webinar, check out: https://gaborsvagrik.…

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Today's Struggles are Tomorrow's Successes with Colley Whisson 10:17

1y ago10:17

10:17

Sometimes paintings "paint themselves" and other times painting can become laborious. The question then becomes: will you give up or keep going? About the Artist: "I have long believed “It’s not what you paint but how you paint it”. With this in the fore-front of my mind I’ve dedicated myself to developing my skills to the highest level possible. I…

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Deviating from the Photograph with Matt Smith 8:12

1y ago8:12

8:12

Often times in class, Matt sees his students struggle to design their paintings because it causes them to deviate from copying the photo. But there are rarely perfect scenes found in nature, so following the foundational principles becomes essential to adapting a photographic reference for painting. About the Artist: Matt Smith earned a Bachelor of…

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Peaceful Areas with Colley Whisson 7:31

1y ago7:31

7:31

Colley Whisson recounts the time that someone once said to him, "You know what I love about your work? Your peaceful areas." At first he didn't understand what the person meant, but now he not only understands, he expounds upon the importance this idea. About the Artist: "I have long believed “It’s not what you paint but how you paint it”. With thi…

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Does Brush Work Really Matter? 6:33

1y ago6:33

6:33

I get asked by the students at our academy about brushwork and how much it matters, and that answer depends on your level. To sign up for a free webinar, check out: https://gaborsvagrik.easywebinar.live/registration Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos and more! Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/ Instagram www.instag…

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Shapes in Painting with Matt Smith 8:03

1y ago8:03

8:03

Many beginners think in terms of objects and figures instead of thinking in terms of shapes. But seeing a painting as a collection of shapes can allow you to orchestrate the viewers attention. About the Artist: Matt Smith earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in painting from Arizona State University. Somewhat frustrated with the abstract focus of …

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Are Distant Shadows Always Lighter? 6:34

1y ago6:34

6:34

Depending on the type of landscape you are painting, shadows in the distance may not necessarily always be lighter... To sign up for a free webinar, check out: https://gaborsvagrik.easywebinar.live/registration Make sure to visit my blog for free instructional videos and more! Website svagrikfineart.com/gabor-svagrik-blog/ Instagram www.instagram.c…

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I Don't Want to Get Rusty with Colley Whisson 19:23

1y ago19:23

19:23

Imagine your favorite food. Now Imagine that you had to eat it every night. Eventually what you once loved will become at best something you find boring and at worst something you despise. In the same way, unless artists mix up their subject matter, they run the risk of becoming worn out and may become rusty. About the Artist: "I have long believed…

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How to Create the Illusion of light 6:35

1y ago6:35

6:35

As painters, we are all illusionists, but how ought we to go about creating the illusion of light? In this episode I offer you some ways to improve your understanding and application of light in paintings. To sign up for this free webinar, check out: https://gaborsvagrik.easywebinar.live/registration Make sure to visit my blog for free instructiona…

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Details, not Detail with Colley Whisson 16:39

1y ago16:39

16:39

So often as a teacher, Colley sees his students face the the temptation to add more visual information in the hopes of improving their painting. But these are the wrong sorts of "details" to focus on when painting, and can actually serve as a distraction from the aspects of painting we should be considering. About the Artist: "I have long believed …

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Is White a Color with Skip Whitcomb 12:34

1+ y ago12:34

12:34

Is white actually a color or is it merely a modifier? Tune in to this week's episode with Skip Whitcomb, who teaches a course with us on practical approaches to understanding color and color harmony, if you want to learn more. About the Artist: An accomplished outdoor painter, Whitcomb has received numerous awards for his landscape paintings in oil…

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Figure Drawing from Life with Randy Sexton 16:09

1+ y ago16:09

16:09

In college, Randy took four semesters of figuring drawing; a practice that not only shifted his focus from sculpting to painting, but also shapes everything he works on. About the Artist: California based artist, Randall Sexton, is nationally known for the use of color and expressive brushwork in his oil paintings of “everyday” scenes. Raised in ru…

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Looking Back at Your Old Work with Andy Evansen 12:27

1+ y ago12:27

12:27

Sometimes accomplished artists struggle looking back at their early work. But looking at looking at previous pieces has its benefits, including giving you an appreciation for how far you've come. About the Artist: Andy Evansen’s interest in art started in childhood, as he can’t recall a time when he wasn’t drawing. He began painting watercolors in …

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Painting rocks underwater 6:38

1+ y ago6:38

6:38

After a long hiatus, we are back on the Concept to Canvas podcast with a rather unusual episode! In my recent webinar, "4 Key Mistakes to Avoid when Painting Rocks," I was asked a question regarding how to paint rocks underwater, and elaborate on my answer in this episode. To sign up for this free webinar, check out: https://gaborsvagrik.easywebina…

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The Importance of Getting ONE Edge with Colley Whisson 14:44

1+ y ago14:44

14:44

We all know that composition is integral in good painting, but where do edges fit into that? For Colley, the concept of edges boils down to one thing: drawing in and hooking the viewer. About the Artist: "I have long believed “It’s not what you paint but how you paint it”. With this in the fore-front of my mind I’ve dedicated myself to developing m…

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Diffused Light with Laura Robb 10:47

1+ y ago10:47

10:47

From her studio in Taos, Laura Robb discusses why she prefers natural diffused light with Gabor. About the Artist: Robb took her first steps to becoming an artist while still in high school by attending Art Student’s Academy in Tulsa, Oklahoma. After graduation she moved to New York City to continue her education under Michael Aviano and upon retur…

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What We Glean from the Old Masters like Michelangelo with Simon Kogan 20:28

1+ y ago20:28

20:28

In this fascinating episode for painters and sculptors alike, Simon discuses how he has been inspired by the drawings and sculptures of the Old Masters, and how he incorporates those concepts that into his own art. About the Artist: Since immigrating to the U.S. in 1991, [Simon Kogan] has steadily risen to national prominence as a sculptor whose wi…

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Is Color More Important than Value with Skip Whitcomb 6:25

1+ y ago6:25

6:25

Is the old adage, “color gets all the credit and value does all the work” actually true? Tune into this conversation between Gabor and Skip Whitcomb to find out. About the Artist: An accomplished outdoor painter, Whitcomb has received numerous awards for his landscape paintings in oil and pastel, his work resides in major public and private collect…

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Are you Prepared to Paint in the Winter? 6:03

1+ y ago6:03

6:03

Many of our episodes tend to center around theoretical and technical advice for artists. However, in this episode Gábor gets into the nitty gritty of the practical considerations (gear, prep, clothing, etc.) necessary for the landscape painters who want to brave the cold or snow. About the Artist: Gábor Svagrik was born in Szeged, Hungary. His fami…

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Why your Shadows are too Dark with Gábor Svagrik 4:03

1+ y ago4:03

4:03

A common problem that Gábor sees in the work of students is that their shadows are too dark. In this episode, he offers practical tips on how to remedy this issue. About the Artist: Gábor Svagrik was born in Szeged, Hungary. His family immigrated to the United States and settled in Illinois. Svagrik studied at the American Academy of Art in Chicago…

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Foundational Principles with Matt Smith 6:53

1+ y ago6:53

6:53

Every time Matt Smith goes out to paint, he runs through the foundational principle of painting: Drawing, Value, Design, and Color. Here he and Gabor discuss the merit of each principle and the necessity of painting with each principle in mind. For more of Matt's perspective on color, see his previous episode on The Reality of Color. About the Arti…

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To Pencil or Brush with Randall Sexton 18:22

1+ y ago18:22

18:22

In this episode, Randy Sexton recalls his experience with pencil drawing and how that has shaped his painting. If you want to learn more about Randy's 365 Day Online Mentorship Course with TAAO, visit: https://tucsonartacademyonline.com/randall-sexton-oil-painting-online-art-workshop If you want to check out Randy's Video Downloads with us, see: ht…

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The Reality of Color with Matt Smith 10:38

1+ y ago10:38

10:38

Of the foundational principles of painting, Matt Smith claims that color, while being the most emotional, is the least important of the principles. Tune in to this week's episode to hear his reasoning. About the Artist: Matt Smith earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in painting from Arizona State University. Somewhat frustrated with the abstract …

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What's in a Foreground with Andy Evansen 12:32

1+ y ago12:32

12:32

Andy often gets asked questions from students about the foreground. How much information should be put in or how much detail should be included? Here he lays out some guiding principles for artists to consider. About the Artist: Andy Evansen’s interest in art started in childhood, as he can’t recall a time when he wasn’t drawing. He began painting …

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Painting Outside the Box with Randall Sexton 19:15

1+ y ago19:15

19:15

Randy walks Gabor through his development over the years as an artist: where he started, how he's changed, and what he's interested in now. You never know where your journey with art may take you until you try something new! If you want to learn more about Randy's 365 Day Online Mentorship Course with TAAO, visit: https://tucsonartacademyonline.com…

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Masking with Andy Evansen 7:16

1+ y ago7:16

7:16

Calling all watercolorists! If you have ever had questions regarding masking (liquid frisket), then this episode is for you: tune in to hear Andy share his thoughts with Gabor on the subject. About the Artist: Andy Evansen’s interest in art started in childhood, as he can’t recall a time when he wasn’t drawing. He began painting watercolors in the …

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The Many Hats we Wear with Randall Sexton 12:05

1+ y ago12:05

12:05

Most artists don’t have the luxury of having people who work for them, so it’s up to them to handle their own shipping, marketing, etc. In this episode, Randy Sexton discusses how he as a professional artist manages, organizes, and priorities his time in the studio. About the Artist: California based artist, Randall Sexton, is nationally known for …

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Opaque Paint with Andy Evansen 12:16

1+ y ago12:16

12:16

We are back on the Paint & Clay Podcast with a more controversial episode for you where watercolorist Andy Evansen shares all his thoughts on the use of Opaque paint! About the Artist: Andy Evansen’s interest in art started in childhood, as he can’t recall a time when he wasn’t drawing. He began painting watercolors in the mid 1990s as a change of …

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Who Inspires You with Colley Whisson 11:30

2y ago11:30

11:30

In this episode Colley tells Gabor about his admiration for the great painter Elioth Gruner and what we can learn from his work. About the Artist: "I have long believed “It’s not what you paint but how you paint it”. With this in the fore-front of my mind I’ve dedicated myself to developing my skills to the highest level possible. I’m aiming to tel…

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Arranging your Palette for Pastel Artists with Lorenzo Chavez 20:15

2y ago20:15

20:15

Have you thought about dabbling in pastels, but are unsure where to start? Well this episode is for you! Gabor and Lorenzo Chavez discuss the rising popularity of the medium and how learning about color palettes actually drew Lorenzo towards his love of pastels. About the Artist: Lorenzo Chavez's first inspirations and foundation as a young artist …

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Taking the Bad News with Colley Whisson 10:00

2y ago10:00

10:00

Taking criticism about your work is never easy, but according to Colley Whisson, if you want to improve your art, it is necessary. Tune into this week's episode to listen to a discussion about why we need to hear the bad news. About the Artist: "I have long believed “It’s not what you paint but how you paint it”. With this in the fore-front of my m…

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Growth and Patience with Lorenzo Chavez 15:07

2y ago15:07

15:07

Behind every great athlete are thousands of hours of practice, preparation, and training. Painting and sculpting also require practice in order to grow, and that requires time, which can be frustrating to the new artist. Tune into this episode to listen to Gabor and Lorenzo Chavez offer their thoughts and stories on this topic. About the Artist: Lo…

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Transporting the Viewer with Colley Whisson 9:07

2y ago9:07

9:07

Australian artist Colley Whisson and Gabor discuss how you can make the viewer feel like they are "in the scene" of your painting. About the Artist: "I have long believed “It’s not what you paint but how you paint it”. With this in the fore-front of my mind I’ve dedicated myself to developing my skills to the highest level possible. I’m aiming to t…

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