Alexandra Plim - A Very DIY Situation
EPISODE 70
My guest today is Australian artist, Alexandra Plim. Alexandra paints energetic and intuitive abstract landscapes from her home studio in the inner west of Sydney.
She describes her creative journey as a ‘Very DIY Situation’. From having an open studio when she didn’t actually have a studio to setting up her website one-handed while breastfeeding - this is an inspirational story about letting go of perfection, embracing the mess and making things happen for yourself!
A few things you will hear us talk about:
How Alexandra’s background in performing arts has impacted her painting.
The role Instagram has played in growing her audience.
Transitioning from being a stay-at-home mum to creative business owner.
The benefits of participating in Art Fairs, Art Prizes and Open Studios.
Letting go of perfection, asking questions and giving things a go!
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT ALEXANDRA
Alexandra’s Links
Website
Instagram
Facebook
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Fenton and Fenton
Out There, Solo Exhibition from 26 Nov - 8 Dec 2019
Podcasts Mentioned
Art Juice
Talking with Painters with specific mention of #34 with Ken Done
Artists Mentioned
Frederick McCubbin
Arthur Streeton
Elisabeth Cummings
Tony Tuckson
Amira Rahim
Felicity O’Connor
Ken Done
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