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In this episode of The Open Sketchbook podcast, Nicolás Uribe shares his journey as a painter, reflecting on the personal connections in his work, the challenges of the art world, and the influence of family and social media on his artistic expression. He emphasizes process over product, the power of vulnerability in art, and his transition from a gallery-focused painter to taking control over his market and creating a new Patreon to support it.The conversation delves into finding an authentic artistic path amid commercial pressures, the complexities of simplicity in painting, and the realities of navigating gallery relationships. Uribe also explores the impact of technology on image-making, the value of slowing down, and the process of unlearning traditional teachings to develop a unique voice. Throughout, he highlights the importance of community, the human experience in art, and rediscovering past influences to shape contemporary creativity.Want to see our conversation with video? We're on YouTube!Watch Episode 2 here:Our YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@theopensketchbookThe Open Sketchbookhttps://theopensketchbook.comhttps://www.instagram.com/the.open.sketchbook/The Virtual Studio - Join for Exclusive Podcast Content and More!https://learn.theopensketchbook.com/bundles/virtual-studioHOST: Evan Kitsonhttps://evankitson.comhttps://www.instagram.com/evan_kitson/GUEST: Nicolás Uribehttps://www.ourpaintedlives.com/https://www.instagram.com/nicolasuribebOPL Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/c/OPLTogether/postsRECOMMENDATIONSDavid Mazzucchelli's Batman Year One Artist's Editionhttps://amzn.to/41xffFmJack Kirby's Fantastic Four Artisan Editionhttps://amzn.to/3FncBKQThe Famous Artist School (Course)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Famous_Artists_SchoolARTISTS SHOWN:Steven Assaelhttps://www.stevenassael.com/https://www.instagram.com/stevenassael/Max Ginsburghttps://www.maxginsburg.com/https://www.instagram.com/ginsburg.max/Nude Boy on the Beach at PorticiFortuny, MarianoCopyright ©Museo Nacional del PradoNote- some of these are affiliate links- should you choose to make a purchase, we'll make a small commission at no additional cost to you
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