Birgit O'Connor and The World of Watercolor Painting

About Birgit O'Connor and The World of Watercolor Painting

Watercolor tips, guest interviews, demonstrations, marketing, techniques, how to stay motivated

Publisher

Birgit O’Connor

Category

arts

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

9 Dec 2017

Latest episode

21 May 2026

Latest episodes

80 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   21 May 2026

   The Next Step in My Creative Journey

   This behind-the-scenes conversation reflects the next step in my creative journey—moving beyond painting alone into a deeper exploration of artistic flow, confidence, and the creative process.

2. 

   15 May 2026

   Moving Forward - The Creative Seasons of an Artist - Part 4

   Season of an Artist – Part 4: Moving Forward In this episode of the World of Watercolor podcast, Birgit O’Connor shares an honest conversation about moving forward creatively, reconnecting with your artistic voice, and learning how to see beyond detail. We explore:• Why artists lose momentum—and how to begin again• How watercolor teaches us to simplify and let go• Building confidence without overworking your paintings• Understanding artistic flow and visual movement in a composition• Letting go of perfection and trusting the creative process• Finding inspiration after creative burnout or self-doubt Birgit also shares insights from her new book and guided journal, Find Your Creative Flow: A Guided Creative Journal to Overcome Overwhelm and Find Your Flow — created to help artists slow down, reflect, and reconnect with creativity through simple prompts, exercises, and artistic reflection. Whether you’re a beginner watercolor painter, a creative returning after time away, or an experienced artist searching for renewed inspiration, this episode offers encouragement, practical insight, and a reminder that growth happens one painting at a time. Topics include:watercolor painting, artistic confidence, creative flow, watercolor techniques, learning to see values, composition and design, overcoming creative overwhelm, watercolor mindset, simplifying shapes, painting light, watercolor podcast, creativity for artists, watercolor instruction, Birgit O’Connor, artist motivation, painting with confidence, watercolor inspiration, creative journaling, and artistic growth. 🎨 Learn more about workshops, books, and courses by Birgit O’Connor.

3. 

   5 May 2026

   Finding Your Creative Flow: Seeing Shapes and Letting Go

   How do you create flow in your painting—and why does it sometimes feel stuck or overworked? In this episode, we explore how to create flow in watercolor by simplifying shapes, grouping values, and learning to see your subject differently. Instead of trying to paint every detail, you’ll discover how connecting shapes and recognizing patterns can bring more movement, clarity, and ease into your work. We talk about:• How to create flow in your painting• Why paintings become overworked• Seeing shapes instead of details• Connecting the dots within your composition• Letting go of control and trusting the process We also touch on the Women in Watercolor community and their current competition, along with how to approach a prospectus in a simple, manageable way—so it feels less overwhelming and more like an opportunity to grow. I also share my guided journal, Find Your Creative Flow—a quiet, supportive space designed to help you slow down, reflect, and reconnect with your creativity without pressure or perfection. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overworking your paintings, or looking for a more natural way to paint, this episode is an invitation to step back, simplify, and let your painting breathe.

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.5 / 5

17 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

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