Off the Easel
Skye Becker-Yamakawa & Catherine Moore
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.
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Episode 103: Stream of Consciousness with Craww
Off the Easel
12/27/23 • 54 min
Join Skye Becker-Yamakawa and Catherine Moore as they travel all the way to the UK to interview Craww, or Shaun Friend.
Shaun delights the ladies with his evolution from art director to full time fine artist. Shaun describes his process and inspires artists to sketch and save those moleskins. Shaun explains the mystery and meaning behind his beautiful artwork as well as what inspires him.
Get your pencils out and get ready to be inspired by Shaun Friend!
Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at:
Skye Becker-Yamakawa
Catherine Moore
Polka Dot Raven
Episode 43: The Power of Creative Constraint
Off the Easel
11/02/22 • 23 min
This week Catherine Moore, and Skye Becker-Yamakawa discuss the power of creative constraints and the limitations of creative freedom. The episode ends with a fun art news about the largest watercolor in history. Get ready to be inspired and let’s start creating.
Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at:
Skye Becker-Yamakawa
Catherine Moore
Polka Dot Raven
Episode 15: Teaching Art to Babes and Beginners
Off the Easel
04/20/22 • 28 min
What job can an artist do to still make art and have a steady paycheck? Teach Art! This week Catherine and Skye share their experiences in the world of teaching. They also get into a deep discussion about forged Basquiat Art and conspiracy theories.
Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at:
Skye Becker-Yamakawa
Catherine Moore
Polka Dot Raven
Episode 8: A Beautiful Day with Leon Loucheur
Off the Easel
03/02/22 • 44 min
This week we begin with the poetic graffiti of Leon Loucheur. Next we jump deep into Social Science, bartending and learn all about Leon's amazing adventures into art. He shares his experiences doing murals, creating a children’s book, and developing his upcoming solo show at Modern Eden.
Website: http://www.loucheur.com/
Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at:
Skye Becker-Yamakawa
Catherine Moore
Polka Dot Raven
Episode 124: Self Promotion for Artists
Off the Easel
05/22/24 • 40 min
Join 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 you do it without feeling like a braggart? Why should you promote yourself and your art?
Let’s find out this week on Off the Easel.
Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at:
Skye Becker-Yamakawa
Catherine Moore
Polka Dot Raven
03/19/25 • 49 min
Join Catherine Moore and Skye Becker-Yamakawa for an engaging interview with the talented Jessica Hess from Oakland, California.
Known for her hyperrealistic paintings of dilapidated buildings, Jessica incorporates elements of pixelation, graffiti, and urban decay in her work. She shares her artistic journey, from early painting lessons to studying at the Rhode Island School of Design, and discusses her diverse skills in creating 3D models, miniature interiors, and spooky-themed installations.
Tune in this week for an inspiring conversation with the incredibly creative Jessica Hess!
Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at:
Skye Becker-Yamakawa
Catherine Moore
Polka Dot Raven
Off The Easel - Season 3!!
Off the Easel
01/05/24 • 1 min
Season 3 Promo
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Skye Becker-Yamakawa
Catherine Moore
Polka Dot Raven
Remembering Josh Coffy - Interview Re-Airing
Off the Easel
12/22/23 • 81 min
This is a re-airing of the Josh Coffy interview episodes.
If you would to purchase or view Josh's work, go to https://undersong.com/
To view the GoFundMe setup by Josh's supporters to assist Josh's family, contribute at https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-for-josh-coffy-his-family-as-they-sit-vigil
Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at:
Skye Becker-Yamakawa
Catherine Moore
Polka Dot Raven
Mid-Season Preview
Off the Easel
07/07/23 • 1 min
What's Coming Up Later This Year on Off The Easel!!
Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at:
Skye Becker-Yamakawa
Catherine Moore
Polka Dot Raven
Episode 129: The Magic of Art with Phillip Singer
Off the Easel
06/26/24 • 63 min
Join 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 mesmerizes with his enchanting portraits and stilllifes. Renowned for his exquisite oil paintings, Phillip earned the prestigious 2020 Beautiful Bizarre Art Prize, and his works grace art festivals annually.
In this episode, Phillip shares his journey from humble beginnings as an illustrator to establishing a flourishing career in the art world. With unwavering dedication, he divulges his secrets to successfully selling his art and sustaining his passion while providing for his family. Tune in to the Off the Easel Podcast for an inspiring conversation you won't want to miss!
Check out Skye's and Catherine's work at:
Skye Becker-Yamakawa
Catherine Moore
Polka Dot Raven
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FAQ
How many episodes does Off the Easel have?
Off the Easel currently has 175 episodes available.
What topics does Off the Easel cover?
The podcast is about Visual Arts, Artists, Podcasts, Education and Arts.
What is the most popular episode on Off the Easel?
The episode title 'Episode 106: The Valuable Episode with special guest host Cassandra Kim' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Off the Easel?
The average episode length on Off the Easel is 40 minutes.
How often are episodes of Off the Easel released?
Episodes of Off the Easel are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Off the Easel?
The first episode of Off the Easel was released on Jan 7, 2022.
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