Talking Miniatures with Erik Swinson

This week Bruce and Magnus welcome Erik Swinson, one of the most accomplished painter and instructor in the field. They discuss Erik's unique approach to art, the importance of feedback, and the challenges of artistic growth. Erik shares insights on color theory, the role of competition, and how to overcome plateaus in painting.

01:10 Introduction and Context
03:58 Balancing Art and Business
07:14 Inspiration and Creativity in Painting
10:10 Judging and Competition Perspectives
13:07 Understanding Style and Technique
16:12 Color Theory and Decision Making
19:13 Feedback Fridays and Teaching Methodology
22:06 Identifying Skill Levels in Painting
25:20 Navigating Artistic Plateaus
28:08 Embracing Discomfort in Growth
33:07 Managing Expectations in Competitions
35:18 The Importance of Feedback
40:49 Training Your Eye and Observational Skills
45:55 Finding Passion and Inspiration in Painting
51:45 Exploring the Future of Miniature Painting
57:46 Key Lessons from Artistic Growth

Erik on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erik_swinson/
Erik on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/erik_swinson/

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