The Living Artist
Professional artist Preston M. Smith of PMS Artwork shares his insights, personal experiences in the art world and humor to help dispel the myth of the starving, or tortured artist. Instead, he sets his sights on the positive, abundant and joyful side of living this creative life. Preston shares his playful rants on a wide range of creative topics as well as interviews with interesting working artists, creatives and trendsetters from around the world.
Episodes
In this episode of The Living Artist podcast, Preston gets down and dirty (and vulnerable) with some "real talk". He shares some intimate details about what he has been going through over the past 4 and a half years and offers up some new perspectives and lessons learned from fighting off a life-threatening illness. These insights travel from poignant to dark, and then back to a vantage point of gratitude and strength. Wh...
In this episode of The Living Artist podcast, Preston talks a bit of strategy. More specifically, the importance of having a balanced strategy that ticks all of the boxes. We want to be balanced in our art practice so that we are fulfilling both the creative, as well as the business side of things. This can also bleed into our personal lives, health and general fulfillment. Preston discusses many aspects of what balance can look li...
In this episode of The Living Artist podcast, Preston revisits one of his favorite art movie biopics, "Basquiat". This time around, he gathered some new insights and perspectives from a rewatch at a different stage of life and in his art career. There is something in here for all artists. Enjoy and check out the movie if you haven't yet seen it, or need a refresher!
In this episode of The Living Artist podcast, it's story time. Well, sort of... Preston talks about the importance of reflecting on your past experiences in your art journey. This can be a tool to ground you in your own experience, reinforcing your roots, but also as a reminder of past learning experiences. What should you look for more of and seek out in the future? What should you remember to avoid? What is your individual st...
In this episode of The Living Artist podcast, Preston makes an attempt to appease our new AI Overlords by providing some perspective on how to protect yourself, as well as find balance as an artist in this "Brave New World". He draws from a brand new experience with his own podcast to discuss copyright issues and how to protect yourself in the current and future AI landscape. Will it all be figured out, or are we on our w...
In this episode of The Living Artist podcast, Preston introduces the idea that we might be approaching our art careers from the wrong angle, with the wrong mindset, or using the wrong order of operation. He uses insights that he has discovered in dealing with his own personal health struggles over the past 4+ years to draw parallels with blocks that we all might have in our approach to becoming successful in the art world. Could yo...
In this episode of The Living Artist podcast, Preston dives into the world of "Biohacking". This is a field that he has been interested in for sometime, and has used many tools from personally to heal and promote longevity in his own life. In this episode, Preston focuses specifically on two tools (PEMF and Red Light Therapy) and how they can be used to enhance our art and recovery. He also gives some free options for those who can...
In this episode of The Living Artist podcast, Preston talks about all things sustainable. Well more specifically, he talks about what being a sustainable artist might look like. The answer to this is very subjective and can obviously take on many different forms, for many different artists. Sustainability can even change, or evolve over time. What does being a sustainable artist look like, or mean to you? Let's try to figure it...
In this episode of The Living Artist podcast, Preston draws inspiration from a highly unusual place; the fascinating and unethical world of the scam/con artist. Does that make him a "bad guy"? Well "say goodnight to the bad guy" then... Okay, okay, you get it. Enjoy!
For more information on Preston M. Smith and his artwork, visit https://www.pmsartwork.com...
In this episode of The Living Artist podcast, Preston gets by with a little help from his "friends". As we approach the sixth season (wow!) of The Living Artist, Preston takes the time to reflect on the past years and all that has happened and changed along the way. Hopefully you will find some lessons learned, as well as some insights helpful from this episode. If not, well at least there's the Muppets... Enjoy!
In this episode of The Living Artist podcast, Preston reminds himself (and all of us) from the floor of his healing space, that WeAre Energy. Soak it up and be well everybody. Enjoy!
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In this episode of The Living Artist podcast, Preston gets "emotional"... But really, he dives into the topic of emotions being for sale in the art world and beyond, and how they are truly at the center of most objects we buy, consume, or find important in this world. How can you tap deeper into your emotions in your art and what are some examples of this in the world we live in? Listen in to this episode to find out. Enj...
In this episode of The Living Artist podcast, we are going to stay on message, "shut the f#%k up" and let the episode speak for itself. Enjoy!
For more information on Preston M. Smith and his artwork, visit https://www.pmsartwork.com, or follow him on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/pmsartwork...
In this episode of The Living Artist podcast, Preston dives into the complicated world of Authenticity. What is authenticity and does it even exist anymore? How do we know when we are being authentic in our art and lives? Listen in to this episode to hear some thoughts on authenticity, as well as countless examples on what it is not. We hope it is inspiring and thought-provoking. Enjoy!
In this episode of The Living Artist podcast, Preston talks about the devastating Los Angeles wildfires. These fires have been truly apocalyptic and are still threatening Los Angeles communities as this episode airs. Preston speaks about the local (as well as his own personal) experience with this natural disaster. How can we better prepare ourselves and our art for unforeseen catastrophic events such as these? Listen in to this ep...
In this first episode of 2025 for The Living Artist podcast, Preston gives us a healthy and fresh spin on the old New Year's resolution concept. Why do most resolutions fail? Learn how to super-charge your own resolution, or goals, by "anchoring" them in to a deeper and more powerful source. Want to hear some examples? Well, check out this episode and get inspired. Enjoy!
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In this episode of The Living Artist podcast, it is a "special" New Year's Mumford takeover... Check in for some quick thoughts from our favorite little rascal. Might there be some bits of wisdom sprinkled in with the madness? We don't know... Listen in to find out for yourself. Happy New Year everyone!
For more information on Preston M. Smith and his artwork, visit https://www.pmsartwork.com...
In this episode of The Living Artist podcast, we send you tidings of joy? True, or False? Listen in to find out the answer... Enjoy!
For more information on Preston M. Smith and his artwork, visit https://www.pmsartwork.com, or follow him on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/pmsartwork...
Wow... In this episode of The Living Artist, Preston aims to "Free Your Mind" from all of the blocks that are holding you back in life and art. Or at least expose them so that you can free yourself. Enjoy!
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Not feeling like creating for any number of reasons? Well, just strap on in for this episode of The Living Artist podcast, where we reckon we can change all that... Enjoy!
For more information on Preston M. Smith and his artwork, visit https://www.pmsartwork.com, or follow him on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/pmsart...
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