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Lucy Stevens on Birds, Bold Color, and Finding Creative Flow Through Nature

In this colorful and heartfelt interview, UK-based artist Lucy Stevens invites us into her latest body of work, Blackbird—a deeply personal series inspired by her walks in nature, daily rituals, and love for birds. Learn how her connection with the natural world and creative journaling practice have shaped her evolving studio process.

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Claire Elliott: Painting the Unruly Beauty of Gardens, Uncovering Plant Blindness, and the Illusion of Control

Painter Claire Elliott reflects on her deep connection to gardens, the concept of plant blindness, and the tension between nature and control. In this interview, she shares the evolution of her practice, the inspiration behind her striking botanical paintings, and how she captures the wild, overlooked, and mysterious life of plants.

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Radical Joy and Conscious Creation: A Conversation with Ingrid V. Wells

In this inspiring conversation on the Art & Cocktails podcast, Ingrid V. Wells shares how she cultivates joy, resilience, and energetic presence in her art practice. Her vibrant still lifes explore themes of consciousness and healing, offering a refreshing take on intentional creativity. This episode is a powerful reminder to lead with intuition, trust your artistic voice, and create from within.

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Elizabeth Bergeland: While You Were Sleeping at Studio 105, Ray Philly

Philadelphia-based artist Elizabeth Bergeland presents While You Were Sleeping, a compelling solo exhibition at Studio 105, Ray Philly, from March 22 to May 11, 2025. Through deeply personal and symbol-rich oil paintings, Bergeland explores themes of modern exhaustion, motherhood, and the tension between ambition and solitude. Join us for the opening reception on March 22 and experience this powerful reflection on contemporary life.

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