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American Art Collective

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Welcome to the American Art Collective podcast, the official podcast of International Artist Publishing. Each week we'll bring you fresh perspectives from the communities of our five magazines:
American Art Collector, Western Art Collector, American Fine Art Magazine, Native American Art and International Artist.

On the podcast, we'll go beyond the magazine pages, and into the secret gardens of imagination. We'll visit with the movers and shakers and newsmakers. Everyone from artists and gallery owners, to collectors, museum curators and more. Join us to hear their stories and secrets behind how they got to be who they are, and where they are, in the world of art. The American Art Collective Podcast is YOUR all-access behind-the-scenes pass to what's new, what's now, and what's next in American art!

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#401
Thursday · 43 min
Ep. 401 - First Look: Western Art Collector October Issue
[Western Art] Host Wendie Martin talks with executive editor Michael Clawson about the October issue of Western Art Collector magazine. Charles M. Russell plays a big part in today's episode: Russell died in October 1926, a century ago. In addition to lots of content about Russell, the issue also has features on Jivan Lee and a trio of Montana artists, as well as our annual Western Museum Guide. Read the issue by subscribing at westernartcollector.com.
#400
Thursday · 41 min
Ep. 400 - First Look: American Art Collector October Issue
[Contemporary Realism] Wendie Martin hosts our 400th episode today as Michael Clawson, filling in for Sarah Gianelli, talks about the October 2026 issue of American Art Collector. The fall issue includes features on David Dibble, Robin Weiss and the Palette & Chisel, the art organization founded by Richard Schmid. The issue also includes our destination guide on Charleston, South Carolina, as well as a section on plein air painting. Subscribe to the issue on americanartcollector.com.
#399
September 14 · 50 min
Ep. 399 - Views from the Front Seat: Mitch Baird on his Painting Journey
[Contemporary Realism] Artist Mitch Baird joins the show to discuss his journey as an artist, from drawing as a youngster all the way to being a respected painter and accomplished teacher. Mitch has several upcoming shows, including the Beaux Arts 2026 show at the Scottsdale Artists' School on November 7, 2026, in Scottsdale, Arizona. Today's episode is sponsored by American Art Collector magazine. Never miss an issue by subscribing at americanartcollector.com.
#398
August 25 · 1 hr 4 min
Ep. 398 - SWAIA Santa Fe Indian Market 2026
[Native American Art] Welcome to our annual report from Santa Fe Indian Market. We recorded four interviews right on the streets of Santa Fe, New Mexico, for the 104th Santa Fe Indian Market. Our guests today are best of show winner and pottery artist Sergio Lugo, jeweler Nanibaa Beck, painter Monty Singer and sculptor William Rogers. The annual market is put on by SWAIA, the Southwestern Association for Indian Arts. Native American Art is the official magazine of the market, and works closely with SWAIA to bring attention to the market and the artists. Next year's event will take place August 21 and 22, 2027. For more information about the magazine, visit nativeamericanartmagazine.com
#397
August 20 · 57 min
Ep. 397 - First Look: Western Art Collector September Issue
[Western Art] Co-publisher Adolfo Castillo speaks with executive editor Michael Clawson about the September 2026 issue of Western Art Collector, which includes a big cover feature on Mark Maggiori, as well as coverage of the 60th annual Cowboy Artists of America exhibition, the Jackson Hole Art Auction, Quest for the West and much more. This issue also has a massive wildlife special section just in time for all of our coverage in Jackson Hole. Subscribe today at westernartcollector.com.
#396
August 20 · 37 min
Ep. 396 - First Look: American Art Collector September Issue
[Contemporary Realism] Co-publisher Adolfo Castillo speaks with managing editor Sarah Gianelli about the September 2026 issue of American Art Collector, which includes features about Michael Bergt and Alexey Steele, previews of events hosted by the Washington Society of Landscapes and American Impressionist Society, our annual special section on landscape painting and much more. This episode is sponsored by American Art Collector. Learn more at americanartcollector.com.
#395
August 12 · 59 min
Ep. 395 - A Delicate Touch: Watercolors with Ali Cavanaugh
[Contemporary Realism] Our guest for Episode 395 is painter Ali Cavanaugh, whose watercolor works have thrilled viewers and collectors for more than 30 years. Ali is still very active in her studio, but she is also an advocate for watercolor as a medium, as well as champion for art education. She has taught hundreds, if not thousands, of artists of the years and continues to educate and guide new painters all around the world. Today's episode is sponsored by American Art Collector. Subscribe today at americanartcollector.com.
#394
July 28 · 49 min
Ep. 394 - Charles King Celebrates 30 Years of Contemporary Pottery at King Gallery
[Native American Art] Joining us in our Scottsdale headquarters is Charles King, the owner of King Galleries in Scottsdale and Santa Fe. Charles represents some of the top Native American potters in the country, and his gallery is known for its top-quality contemporary works from the pueblos. We talk about his 30 years in business, the madness that is August in Santa Fe, and what makes pueblo pottery so remarkable. The episode is sponsored by Native American Art magazine, the official magazine of Santa Fe Indian Market, held this year on August 15 and 16 in New Mexico. Visit nativeamericanartmagazine.com to subcribe.
#393
July 23 · 39 min
Ep. 393 - First Look: Western Art Collector August Issue
[Western Art] Welcome to our First Look episode on the August 2026 issue of Western Art Collector. Hosting the show is co-publisher Wendie Martin who is chatting with executive editor Michael Clawson about all the content in the August issue. First up, we have a look into the Cowboy Artists of America on the eve of its 60th annual show. We also have major features on the women of Gallery Wild and Adrienne Stein's new exhibition in Texas. In addition to this great content, the August issue also has our annual On the Ranch special section. Be sure to subscribe to Western Art Collector at westernartcollector.com.
#392
July 23 · 30 min
Ep. 392 - First Look: American Art Collector August Issue
[Contemporary Realism] Co-publisher Wendie Martin speaks with managing editor Sarah Gianelli about the August 2026 issue of American Art Collector, which includes features about Adrienne Stein, Ellen Eagle and and a major figurative group show at Principle Gallery in Charleston. This is also our annual Art of the Portrait issue which contains our special Collector's Focus dedicated to the genre, an international Portrait Artists Directory and much more . This episode is sponsored by American Art Collector. Learn more at americanartcollector.com.
#391
July 15 · 54 min
Ep. 391 - 60 Years of History - Bruce Greene, Dustin Payne and Brandon Bailey with the Cowboy Artists of America
[Western Art] We are joined today by three special guests, all members of the Cowboy Artists of America: painter and sculptor Bruce Greene, sculptor Dustin Payne and painter Brandon Bailey. They join us to discuss the Cowboy Artists of America, which celebrates its 60th annual show this October in Denver. Western Art Collector is a proud media sponsor of the CAA. Read more about the group at westernartcollector.com.
#390
July 7 · 54 min
Ep. 390 - SOLD: Talkin' Western Auctions with Coeur d'Alene Art Auctions' Mike Overby
[Western Art] Our guest is Mike Overby, partner at the Coeur d'Alene Art Auction. Mike discusses the auction world, including the banner year Western art is experiencing in 2026, major works coming up for sale and some of the nuances of auctions. He also gives us a sneak peek of the CDAA's upcoming sale in Reno, Nevada, on July 25, 2026. This can't-miss sale is expected to do upward of $15 million. Learn more about this sale and others by subscribing to Western Art Collector at westernartcollector.com.
#389
June 30 · 46 min
Ep. 389 - Comic Books, Fine Art and Laguna Beach with Brian Haberlin
[Contemporary Realism] Joining the show today is painter Brian Haberlin, who is well known in both the fine art world, as well as in the world of comic books, where he is a superstar for a number of popular titles. Brian will be showing at the Festival of Arts Laguna Beach from July 7 through September 3, 2026, in Laguna Beach, California. American Art Collector is a media sponsor of the show. Learn more about the magazine at americanartcollector.com.
#385
June 25 · 38 min
Ep. 388 - First Look: Western Art Collector July Issue
[Western Art] Adolfo Castillo hosts today's First Look of the Western Art Collector July 2026 issue with executive editor Michael Clawson. Adolfo and Michael chat about a stunning collection in the Phoenix area, and features on two bronze artists, Mick Doellinger and Paul Rhymer. The issue also includes previews of shows by Billy Schenck, the Coeur d'Alene Art Auction and special sections on Wyoming and sculpture. Subscribe to Western Art Collector at westernartcollector.com.
#387
June 25 · 37 min
Ep. 387 - First Look: American Art Collector July Issue
[Contemporary Realism] Co-publisher Adolfo Castillo speaks with managing editor Sarah Gianelli about the July 2026 issue of American Art Collector, which has a special focus on sculpture and includes features about Lee Price, Carole Feuerman and Paul Rhymer. Also in the issue is coverage of more than a dozen events happening around the country from Sculpture in the Park in Loveland, Colorado, and the Festival of Artt Fine Art Show in Laguna Beach, California, to the Art Renewal Center's International Juried Salon Competition exhibition at Sotheby's in New York City, and much, much more. This episode is sponsored by American Art Collector. Learn more at americanartcollector.com.
#386
June 16 · 54 min
Ep. 386 - On Location at the Prix de West 2026
[Western Art] We are on location at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City for the Prix de West exhibition. This annual event brings out some of the best painters and sculptors in the country as they celebrate Western art at one of its most important venues. This year we start things off with an interview with painter Kim Wiggins, who won the museum purchase award at this year's show. Then we move onto wildlife sculptor Richard Loffler, and then finally to painter Don Oelze. The show is on view at the museum through July 12, 2026. The episode is sponsored by Western Art Collector. Learn more at westernartcollector.com.
#385
June 2 · 51 min
Ep. 385 - Skulls and Flowers with Painter Adrienne Stein
[Western Art] Joining us on the show today from a house that predates the United States is Pennsylvania painter Adrienne Stein, whose new works featuring botanicals and skulls are connecting life and death in stunningly beautiful paintings. Adrienne's new exhibition will open August 2026 at the Museum of Western Art in Kerrville, Texas. This episode is sponsored by Western Art Collector. Read about this exhibition and others at www.westernartcollector.com.
#384
May 21 · 48 min
Ep. 384 - First Look: Western Art Collector June Issue
[Western Art] On today's episode, host Wendie Martin talks to executive editor Michael Clawson about the June 2026 issue of Western Art Collector. Inside the issue are features on three outstanding women artists: Sara Bloodwolf, Kim Randleas and Amber Blazina. We also have coverage of the Prix de West in Oklahoma City, as well as special sections on women artists and canyon deserts. Read more and subscribe at westernartcollector.com.
#383
May 21 · 44 min
Ep. 383 - First Look: American Art Collector June Issue
[Contemporary Realism] Co-publisher Wendie Martin speaks with managing editor Sarah Gianelli about the June 2026 issue of American Art Collector, which includes features about Katie O'Hagan, Marissa Oosterlee and Rene Pozas. Also in the issue is coverage of International Guild of Realism's Annual Juried Exhibition and Oil Painters of America's National Exhibition, as well as our art lover's guide to the Great Lakes Region and a genre focus on marine art and seascapes. This episode is sponsored by American Art Collector. Learn more at americanartcollector.com.
#382
May 19 · 45 min
Ep. 382 - Art in Provincetown: Painter Gaston Lacombe
[Contemporary Realism] For this special episode we return to Provincetown, Massachusetts, home to painter Gaston Lacombe, whose works frequently highlight the town's many qualities, including its color, rich history and welcoming spirit. Gaston discusses his introduction to art, his journey to Provincetown and his role as a member of the art community and podcaster. Celebrate this unique and exciting art destination as we again explore Provincetown. This episode is sponsored by the Provincetown Office of Tourism. Learn more at ptowntourism.com.

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