What happens when an artist transforms her deepest moments into a thriving community of artists? In this deeply moving episode, returning guest Becky Joan Springer reveals how she turned personal struggles into a powerful artistic practice that now fills international retreats and creates healing spaces for others.

Her journey from teaching local workshops to hosting sold-out retreats across the world proves that authenticity, and owning your voice, are really all you need to thrive as an artist.

Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_.

Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com!

Resources mentioned:

• Learn more about Paint It Forward: The Art of Teaching here: https://www.jodiekingart.com/paintitforward

• Keep up with Becky on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beckyjoanspringer/

• See more of Becky’s art: https://www.beckyjoanspringer.com/

• Learn more about Becky’s workshop in Greece: https://www.beckyjoanspringer.com/upcomingevents/greeceretreat

• Brandi Carlile: https://www.brandicarlile.com/

• XOBC Cellars: https://www.xobccellars.com/

• Episode 15: The Power of Art & Community With Becky Joan Springer: https://jodieking.com/episode-15-the-power-of-art-community-with-becky-joan-springer/

• Learn more about Studio Elite: https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite

• Learn more about the Honest Art Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has

• Join me at my Austin workshop in October: https://jodieking.com/honest-art-workshop-austin-october-2025

• Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6

• How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!

• Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA

• For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast

Don’t be caught by surprise. This episode of the Honest Art Podcast will equip you with the must-know topics to protect your art, manage your money, and build a thriving art career. It’s time to become the legally and financially savvy artist I know you can be.

Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_.

Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com

Resources mentioned:

• Learn more about Paint It Forward: The Art of Teaching Workshop: https://www.jodiekingart.com/paintitforward

• Learn more about Studio Elite: https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite

• Learn more about the Honest Art Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has

• Join me at my Austin workshop in October: https://jodieking.com/honest-art-workshop-austin-october-2025

• Learn more about Capital One credit cards: https://www.capitalone.com/credit-cards/

• Learn more about American Express credit cards: https://www.americanexpress.com/us/credit-cards/

• Learn more about Chase Sapphire credit cards: https://creditcards.chase.com/rewards-credit-cards/sapphire

• Stripe (payment system): https://stripe.com/

• PayPal (payment system): https://www.paypal.com/

• Square (payment system): https://squareup.com/us/en

• Venmo business (payment system): https://venmo.com/business/start

• Grab the Art Biz Mini Course: An Artist’s Guide to Instagram: https://www.jodiekingart.com/offers/9xFEJ2E3/checkout

• Join Jodie’s email list here:https://www.jodiekingart.com/jointhelist

• Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6

• How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!

• Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA

• For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast

After two traumatic brain injuries, everything changed for Cheri Carandanis. She was forced to give up a distinguished 25-year career as a critical care flight nurse in the U.S. military, where her identity was deeply intertwined with her profession.

Cheri faced unimaginable challenges, but when prescribed creativity to heal damaged brain pathways, her rehabilitation became a lifeline. Art became her new calling, and it led to a profound path to self-discovery and healing.

When I heard Cheri’s story inside Studio Elite, I knew I had to share it with the world. And trust me, my conversation with her is not one you want to miss!

Make sure to subscribe to this podcast so you don’t miss a thing! And don’t forget to come hang with me on Instagram @jodie_king_.

Interested in being a guest on a future episode of Honest Art? Email me at amy@jodieking.com!

Resources mentioned:

• Learn more about Cheri’s art: https://www.carandanisfineart.com/

• Stay in touch with Cheri on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carandanisfineart/

• Stay in touch with Cheri on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carandanisfineart

• Learn more about Studio Elite: https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite

• Learn more about the Honest Art Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has

• Join me at my Santa Fe workshop in July: https://www.santafeartistgetaway.com/service-page/honest-art-2?referral=service_list_widget

• Join me at my Austin workshop in October: https://jodieking.com/honest-art-workshop-austin-october-2025

• Worthy: How to Believe You Are Enough and Transform Your Life by Jamie Kern Lima: https://amzn.to/44PplTL

• Have a question for Jodie? Ask it here: https://forms.gle/hxrVu4oL4PVCKwZm6

• How are you liking the Honest Art Podcast? Leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform and let us know!

• Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA

• For a full list of show notes and links, check out my blog: www.jodieking.com/podcast