Hosted by Shannon Shine, We Are Artists is a heart-centered podcast that celebrates creative souls from around the world. Each episode features inspiring conversations with artists of all mediums — from painters and tattooists to musicians, makers, and multidimensional creators. Shannon explores each artist’s unique journey, diving into their favorite materials, creative processes, tips and tricks, and the personal stories behind their artwork. Whether you're an emerging artist or a seasoned professional, this podcast offers both inspiration and insight to support your creative path. ✨ Co-hosted by members of the Bring Me 2 Life Network, you'll also discover uplifting conversations and content designed to help you shine — both in your art and your life. 🎧 Tune in while you're working in the studio, walking in nature, or seeking a spark of creative connection — you're bound to learn something new and inspiring. 🎨 Are You an Artist Who <br /><br />Wants to Be Featured?<br />We’d love to hear from you!<br />Please send a portfolio and short bio to:<br />📩 projectbringme2life@gmail.com<br />Or reach out to Shannon Shine directly via Instagram:<br />@Shannonshine.official | @Bring.me.2.life.network | @Weareartists_podcast 🌐 Learn more about Shannon and explore her art at:<br /><a href="https://shannonshineart.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://shannonshineart.com</a><br />
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Podcast Overview
Hosted by Shannon Shine, We Are Artists is a heart-centered podcast that celebrates creative souls from around the world. Each episode features inspiring conversations with artists of all mediums — from painters and tattooists to musicians, makers, and multidimensional creators. Shannon explores each artist’s unique journey, diving into their favorite materials, creative processes, tips and tricks, and the personal stories behind their artwork. Whether you're an emerging artist or a seasoned professional, this podcast offers both inspiration and insight to support your creative path. ✨ Co-hosted by members of the Bring Me 2 Life Network, you'll also discover uplifting conversations and content designed to help you shine — both in your art and your life. 🎧 Tune in while you're working in the studio, walking in nature, or seeking a spark of creative connection — you're bound to learn something new and inspiring. 🎨 Are You an Artist Who <br /><br />Wants to Be Featured?<br />We’d love to hear from you!<br />Please send a portfolio and short bio to:<br />📩 projectbringme2life@gmail.com<br />Or reach out to Shannon Shine directly via Instagram:<br />@Shannonshine.official | @Bring.me.2.life.network | @Weareartists_podcast 🌐 Learn more about Shannon and explore her art at:<br /><a href="https://shannonshineart.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://shannonshineart.com</a><br />
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Recent Episodes
March 6, 2026
Gateway to Galleries: How Artists Actually Get Gallery Representation - with Guest Sonya Sparks
In this episode of the We Are Artists podcast, Shannon sits down with Sonya Sparks, founder of the Gateway to Galleries program and owner of Sparks Gallery, to explore what it really takes for artists to break into the gallery world. Sonya shares her journey from artist to gallery owner and educator, and the insights she’s gained from years of working with artists and curators inside the professional art market. Together, Shannon and Sonya dive into the realities of gallery representation, the biggest mistakes artists make when approaching galleries, and the strategies that can help artists position themselves for success. Throughout the conversation, Sonya explains how her Gateway to Galleries program helps artists develop stronger portfolios, craft professional submissions, and build the confidence and systems needed to approach galleries in a thoughtful and strategic way. If you’ve ever wondered how galleries actually discover artists, what curators are really looking for, or how to move your art career into the next level of professionalism, this episode offers practical insights, honest advice, and encouragement for artists navigating the business side of creativity. Whether you're an emerging artist looking for your first gallery opportunity or a seasoned creative hoping to expand your reach, this conversation offers valuable perspectives on building a sustainable and empowered art career.<br /><br />Sign Up with Shannon as a reference at this link: https://www.gatewaytogalleries.com/a/2148118593/4XRzuNQy <br /><br />Use Code: SHANNON
December 4, 2025
Creating with Purpose, Sharing Important Stories and Embracing Artistic Power with Michael Carini
On this episode of the We Are Artists Podcast, host Shannon Shine is joined once again by abstract artist and creative advocate Michael Carini for a heartfelt, honest, and empowering conversation. Michael shares how he’s turned personal grief and life experience into creative fuel — not just to express emotion, but to connect, advocate, and inspire. Together, Shannon and Michael explore what it truly means to use your art as a platform — to speak truth, to build connection, and to empower both the artist and the audience.<br /><br />🎧 In This Episode, We Dive Into:<br /><ul><li>How grief and personal loss shaped Michael’s art and deepened his sense of purpose — including the recent loss of a close friend</li><li>When it’s okay to work for free, and how to discern whether an opportunity truly supports your long-term creative vision</li><li>The importance of self-promotion and learning to be your own advocate as an artist in an evolving industry</li><li>Galleries vs. going solo — the risks, rewards, and how to align your work with spaces that match your energy</li><li>Mental health and artistic expression — how art can be a lifeline for those navigating dark or difficult emotions<br /><br />📲 Follow Michael Carini: <a href="https://instagram.com/acrylicalchemy" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@acrylicalchemy</a> | <a href="https://cariniarts.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">cariniarts.com</a><br />🎨 Hosted by Shannon Shine: <a href="https://shannonshineart.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">shannonshineart.com</a> | <a href="https://instagram.com/shannonshine.official" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@shannonshine.official</a></li></ul>
November 19, 2025
Excavations of the Soul: Visionary Art, Emotion, and Installation with Amy Funderburk
In this powerful episode of We Are Artists, host Shannon Shine sits down with Amy Funderburk, a visionary artist known for her emotionally rich painting installations and explorations of the spiritual and emotional realms through art. Together, we explore:<ul><li>The intense creative and emotional labor behind large-scale installations</li><li>Her latest projects Excavations and The Portal, both supported by North Carolina arts councils and driven by themes of emotional archeology and transformation</li><li>The process of revisiting and revising older works, and why not dating your art can give it new life</li><li>The evolving journey of visionary art, and how Amy blends 2D and 3D experiences to bridge the physical with the fluid</li><li>Thoughts on longevity in creative careers and making space for deeply emotional bodies of work to unfold over time</li></ul>Amy’s art invites us to step into the threshold between worlds — the tangible and the unseen, the personal and the collective, the wounded and the transformed. 🎧 Listen now: [Insert Spotify or podcast link]<br />🌐 Visit Amy’s website: <a href="https://www.amyfunderburkartist.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.AmyFunderburkArtist.com</a>
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