Off the Easel
Calling all Creatives! Let’s go off the easel and talk about the ins and outs of the art world and how to survive life as a working artist. Join Skye Becker-Yamakawa and Catherine Moore as they interview modern masters of today’s art scene, delve into everyday events in an artist's working life, and experience an occasional art history dialogue. “Art is the stored honey of the human soul.” Theodore Dreiser Come join us in our creative hive.
Episodes
145 episodes since 2022
Episode 141: Straight to the Moon with Shannon Taylor
Episode 141: Straight to the Moon with Shannon TaylorAll the way from Oakland, California, Shannon Taylor joins the ladies of Off the Easel! Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa have a wonderful time interviewing o...
September 18, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 141
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56:00
Episode 140: Mastering Focus: How Artists Can Stay On Track
Episode 140: Mastering Focus: How Artists Can Stay On TrackIn this episode, Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa dive into the importance of focus in the creative process. We'll discuss practical tips and techniques to ...
September 11, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 140
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33:12
Episode 139: Revenge of the Circus Animals with Andrea Bergen
Episode 139: Revenge of the Circus Animals with Andrea BergenJoin Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa for a captivating interview with the fun and fabulous Andrea Bergen on this episode of Off the Easel Podcast. Andrea, a Bay...
September 04, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 139
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40:14
Episode 138: The Healing Power of Art: Exploring Art as Therapy
Episode 138: The Healing Power of Art: Exploring Art as TherapyIn this transformative episode of Off the Easel Podcast, Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa explore the profound impact of art as a therapeutic tool. Art ...
August 28, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 138
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19:29
Episode 137: Curiosity Cabinets with Casey Gray
Episode 137: Curiosity Cabinets with Casey GrayIn this inspiring episode of Off the Easel Podcast, Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa sit down with renowned San Francisco-based artist Casey Gray. Casey rarely use...
August 21, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 137
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43:51
Episode 136: Crafting Your Path: Thriving in an Art Career Without Formal Education
Episode 136: Crafting Your Path: Thriving in an Art Career Without Formal EducationIn this enlightening episode of Off the Easel Podcast, we explore the diverse avenues available to those who aspire to build a successful art caree...
August 14, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 136
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34:56
Episode 135: Enter the Whimsical Universe of Ador
Episode 135: Enter the Whimsical Universe of Ador In this compelling episode, Skye Becker-Yamakawa and Catherine Moore dive into the whimsical creative universe of Ador, a prolific French artist whose talents span murals, fin...
August 07, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 135
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24:55
Episode 134: The Power of Networking for Artists
Episode 134: The Power of Networking for ArtistsJoin Skye Becker-Yamakawa and Catherine Moore in this episode as we explore the intricacies of artist networking and its profound impact on creative careers. From building meaningful...
July 31, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 134
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25:54
Episode 133: Crochet Community with Caitlin McCormack
Episode 133: Crochet Community with Caitlin McCormackToday, we are privileged to delve into the world of Caitlin McCormack and her unique fine art approach to crochet.Caitlin McCormack shares her artistic journey, from earl...
July 24, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 133
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52:13
Episode 132: Art Investment Insights: Strategies for Collectors and Creators
Episode 132: Art Investment Insights: Strategies for Collectors and CreatorsIn this episode, Skye Becker-Yamakawa and Catherine Moore dive into the world of art investment, offering valuable tips and guidance for both seasoned col...
July 17, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 132
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27:24
Episode 131: Exploring the Imaginary Realms with Adrian Cox
Episode 131: Exploring the Imaginary Realms with Adrian CoxIn this episode we're thrilled to have Adrian Cox, an artist whose work blurs the boundaries between the real and the fantastical. Adrian Cox shares his journe...
July 10, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 131
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1:02:59
Episode 130: Framing Art: "The Intersection of Function and Form"
Episode 130: Framing Art: "The Intersection of Function and Form"In this episode, Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa delve into the fascinating world of art frames and explore the question: should frames be recognized as...
July 03, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 130
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33:40
Episode 129: The Magic of Art with Phillip Singer
Episode 129: The Magic of Art with Phillip SingerJoin Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa this week for a captivating artist interview featuring the remarkable Phillip Singer. Hailing all the way from Pennsylvania, Phillip me...
June 26, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 129
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1:03:49
Episode 128: Brushstrokes of Connection: Mastering Artist Newsletters
Episode 128: Brushstrokes of Connection: Mastering Artist NewslettersIn this episode, Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa unlock the secrets to crafting captivating artist newsletters. From building your subscribe...
June 19, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 128
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31:54
Episode 127: The Perfect Gourd with Kristen Egan
Episode 127: The Perfect Gourd with Kristen EganOn this Off the Easel Podcast episode, listeners are invited into the creative world of Kristen Egan, where they delve deep into her artistic process and inspirations.&...
June 12, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 127
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1:15:36
Episode 126: Art in Transit: Navigating the World of Shipping and Handling
Episode 126: Art in Transit: Navigating the World of Shipping and HandlingIn this episode, Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa delve into the intricate process of shipping and handling artwork. From ens...
June 05, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 126
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47:27
Episode 125: The Psychology of Color with Syd Bee
Episode 125: The Psychology of Color with Syd BeeJoin Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa for a wonderful interview with the delightful Syd Bee. Syd impresses us with her color prep for pain...
May 29, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 125
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1:06:58
Episode 124: Self Promotion for Artists
Episode 124: Self Promotion for ArtistsJoin Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa this week for a fun discussion about Self-Promotion. Why is it important to toot your own horn? How can ...
May 22, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 124
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40:02
Episode 123: Funny and Dark with Bob Dob
Episode 123: Funny and Dark with Bob DobJoin Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa for an enlightening interview with the talented and hardworking Bob Dob! Bob comes to us from Southern Califo...
May 15, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 123
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54:17
Episode 122: Who wants to do an Art Market with Mary Syring and Malisa Suchanya
Episode 122: Who wants to do an Art Market with Mary Syring and Malisa SuchanyaThis week we have a full house on Off the Easel! Joining Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa are the amazing Malisa S...
May 08, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 122
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1:10:46
Episode 121: Adoring Art with Kirsten Anderson of Roq La Rue Gallery
Episode 121: Adoring Art with Kirsten Anderson of Roq La Rue GalleryJoin Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa for a fascinating conversation with Kirsten Anderson, owner and founder of Roq la Rue Gallery.
May 01, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 121
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1:15:42
Episode 120: The Tiny Painting Episode
Episode 120: The Tiny Painting EpisodeAre you drawn to larger than life Art or do you gravitate to tiny art treasures? This week Skye Becker-Yamakawa and Catherine Moore talk all about tiny art. <...
April 24, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 120
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31:49
Episode 119: Lovely Nightmares with Annie Owens
Episode 119: Lovely Nightmares with Annie OwensJoin Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa for an amazing artist interview with the fabulous Annie Owens! Annie comes to us from Northern Cali...
April 17, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 119
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55:24
Episode 118: Diversify Your Art Income
Episode 118: Diversify Your Art IncomeJoin Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa for an eye opening episode about diversifying your art income. What does this mean? Why should artists do it? How do you diversify you...
April 10, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 118
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32:46
Episode 117: Planting a Garden with Malisa Suchanya
Planting a Garden with Malisa SuchanyaFrom Singapore to New York to California, we have the lovely Malisa Suchanya on Off the Easel this week! Malisa, the artist, illustrator, and art educator comes to us from Helvella Arts ...
April 03, 2024
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Season 3
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Episode 117
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58:56