Studio Break Podcast

2011 - 2026

A catalog of artist interviews with a focus on providing a platform for visual artists to share their work and provide an in-depth look into their studio practice. Since 2011, this series has steadily grown with national and international artists sharing their work and studio experience.

The podcast has featured a variety of singular and multimedia disciplines that include painting, drawing, printmaking, metalsmithing, ceramics, sculpture, installation, video, and new media. Studio Break has also evolved to include annual competitions/exhibitions for emerging student artists and professional artists at all stages of their careers.

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Most Recent Podcasts:

Featured
HANS HABEGER & DAVID LINNEWEH 2
Art Gallery, Color, Painting, Drawing, Works on Paper, Abstract, Architecture, Design, Geometric, Landscape, Observation, Realism
HANS HABEGER & DAVID LINNEWEH 2
Art Gallery, Color, Painting, Drawing, Works on Paper, Abstract, Architecture, Design, Geometric, Landscape, Observation, Realism

June 11, 2026

This week, Hans Habeger returns to the podcast to talk about recent paintings for the exhibition Geography of the Familiar, a two-person exhibition with David Linneweh that opens Friday June 12th from 6-9PM at Water Street Studios in Batavia, IL.

Art Gallery, Color, Painting, Drawing, Works on Paper, Abstract, Architecture, Design, Geometric, Landscape, Observation, Realism
MOLLY MARTIN
Art Gallery, Color, Painting, Craft, Drawing, Fabric, Found Materials, Installation, Mixed Media, Sculpture, Works on Paper
MOLLY MARTIN
Art Gallery, Color, Painting, Craft, Drawing, Fabric, Found Materials, Installation, Mixed Media, Sculpture, Works on Paper

May 15, 2026

This week, Molly Martin joins the podcast to talk about her mixed media works that explore line, color and material through various sculpture, installation and collage forms. Her work is very process driven, which allows the work to evolve through re-configuration, experimentation, and play.

Molly will be featured in an upcoming emerging artist exhibition entitled: “Crisp” that opens at Studio Break Gallery on June 13th, 5-8PM.

Art Gallery, Color, Painting, Craft, Drawing, Fabric, Found Materials, Installation, Mixed Media, Sculpture, Works on Paper
GRETA KRESSE
Abstract, Art Gallery, Color, Figure, Landscape, Narrative, Observation, Painting, Portrait, Realism, Still Life, Surrealism
GRETA KRESSE
Abstract, Art Gallery, Color, Figure, Landscape, Narrative, Observation, Painting, Portrait, Realism, Still Life, Surrealism

May 8, 2026

This week, Greta Kresse joins the podcast to talk about her narrative based paintings, which are created from direct observation and photo manipulation. Her recent works combine figurative elements in a variety of settings with diverse color pallets.

Greta will be featured in an upcoming emerging artist exhibition entitled: “Crisp” that opens at Studio Break Gallery on June 13th, 5-8PM.

Abstract, Art Gallery, Color, Figure, Landscape, Narrative, Observation, Painting, Portrait, Realism, Still Life, Surrealism
SHELLEY HEFFLER
Abstract, Art Gallery, Mixed Media, Color, Design, Found Materials, Sculpture
SHELLEY HEFFLER
Abstract, Art Gallery, Mixed Media, Color, Design, Found Materials, Sculpture

May 1, 2026

This week, Shelley Heffler joins the podcast to talk about her mixed media works created from re-purposed vinyl, which is cut, woven, and assembled into a variety of sculptural forms.

Shelly will be featured in an upcoming two-person exhibition with Sam Kelly entitled: “Dark Matters/Bright Signals” that opens at Studio Break Gallery on May 9th, 5-8PM.

Abstract, Art Gallery, Mixed Media, Color, Design, Found Materials, Sculpture
SAM KELLY
Abstract, Art Gallery, Drawing, Painting, Figure, Mixed Media, Works on Paper
SAM KELLY
Abstract, Art Gallery, Drawing, Painting, Figure, Mixed Media, Works on Paper

April 23, 2026

This week Sam Kelly joins the podcast to talk about his recent small paintings that are dark, intriguing, and layered with material exploration.

Sam will be featured in an upcoming two-person exhibition with Shelley Heffler entitled “Dark Matters/Bright Signals” that opens at Studio Break Gallery on May 9th, 5-8PM.

Abstract, Art Gallery, Drawing, Painting, Figure, Mixed Media, Works on Paper
Nick Satinover 3
Abstract, Design, Artist Residency, Artists Books, Color, Fiber, Geometric, Printmaking, Works on Paper
Nick Satinover 3
Abstract, Design, Artist Residency, Artists Books, Color, Fiber, Geometric, Printmaking, Works on Paper

April 17, 2026

This week Nick Satinover joins us once again to talk about some recent residency experiences at the College of Dupage and In Cahoots. In the episode, Nick talks about some recent print works that are layered with color and text and created through a variety of processes.

Nick has been featured on Studio Break episodes: : #144, #151, & #220.

Abstract, Design, Artist Residency, Artists Books, Color, Fiber, Geometric, Printmaking, Works on Paper
BRIAN CIRMO
Abstract, Art Gallery, Drawing, Identity, Painting, Design, Figure, Narrative, Portrait, Surrealism
BRIAN CIRMO
Abstract, Art Gallery, Drawing, Identity, Painting, Design, Figure, Narrative, Portrait, Surrealism

March 27, 2026

This week Brian Cirmo joins the podcast to talk about his paintings that explore ideas of humor, self reflection, observation of daily life through characters he’s developed over the years.

Brian will be featured in an upcoming two-person exhibition with Jess Peterson entitled “A Bit Odd” that opens at Studio Break Gallery on April 11th, 5-8PM.

Abstract, Art Gallery, Drawing, Identity, Painting, Design, Figure, Narrative, Portrait, Surrealism
JESSICA PETERSON
Abstract, Mixed Media, Art Gallery, Works on Paper, Drawing, Identity, Painting, Ceramics, Craft, Fabric, Fiber, Printmaking, Sculpture
JESSICA PETERSON
Abstract, Mixed Media, Art Gallery, Works on Paper, Drawing, Identity, Painting, Ceramics, Craft, Fabric, Fiber, Printmaking, Sculpture

March 13, 2026

This week Jessica Peterson joins the podcast to talk about her works that often explore themes of nature and fragility through nixed media ceramic driven works, soft sculpture, and additional media.

Jessica will be featured in an upcoming two-person exhibition with Brian Cirmo entitled “A Bit Odd” that opens at Studio Break Gallery on April 11th, 5-8 PM.

Abstract, Mixed Media, Art Gallery, Works on Paper, Drawing, Identity, Painting, Ceramics, Craft, Fabric, Fiber, Printmaking, Sculpture
DAVID WILSON
Abstract, Mixed Media, Color, Art Gallery, Collage, Works on Paper, Drawing, Design, Figure, Identity, Narrative, Painting, Surrealism
DAVID WILSON
Abstract, Mixed Media, Color, Art Gallery, Collage, Works on Paper, Drawing, Design, Figure, Identity, Narrative, Painting, Surrealism

February 27, 2026

This week David Wilson joins the podcast to discuss his mixed media collage works that combine classic media iconography and color fields that recontextualize experiences form his lived experience.

David’s current exhibition “Now Arriving”, is on view at the Nashville International Airport through April 19th.

Abstract, Mixed Media, Color, Art Gallery, Collage, Works on Paper, Drawing, Design, Figure, Identity, Narrative, Painting, Surrealism
SARAH SMELSER
Abstract, Mixed Media, Color, Sculpture, Landscape, Art Gallery, Artist Residency, Collage, Geometric, Printmaking, Works on Paper, Drawing
SARAH SMELSER
Abstract, Mixed Media, Color, Sculpture, Landscape, Art Gallery, Artist Residency, Collage, Geometric, Printmaking, Works on Paper, Drawing

January 6, 2026

This week Sarah Smelser joins the podcast to discuss her abstract print based work and collage that are primarily created through use of stencils and trace monotype.

Sarah solo exhibition “Escape Artist” is currently on view through February 14th at Western Michigan University in the Netzorg-Kerr Gallery.

Abstract, Mixed Media, Color, Sculpture, Landscape, Art Gallery, Artist Residency, Collage, Geometric, Printmaking, Works on Paper, Drawing
BONNY LEIBOWITZ
Abstract, Mixed Media, Found Materials, Fabric, Color, Fiber, Installation, Sculpture, Architecture, Landscape, Metal
BONNY LEIBOWITZ
Abstract, Mixed Media, Found Materials, Fabric, Color, Fiber, Installation, Sculpture, Architecture, Landscape, Metal

November 21, 2025

This week Bonny Leibowitz joins the podcast to talk about her mixed media installations and sculpture works, which examine the boundaries between manufactured and organic landscapes.

Bonny has an upcoming exhibition: Adventures In Plunderland that opens December 6th from 6-8 PM at the Oak Cliff Cultural Center in Dallas Texas. The exhibition runs December 6th - January 10th.

Bonny was selected as a 2021 Studio Break Professional Competition podcast winner by our juror Erika B. Hess.

Abstract, Mixed Media, Found Materials, Fabric, Color, Fiber, Installation, Sculpture, Architecture, Landscape, Metal
MARIE B. GAUTHIE
Abstract, Art Gallery, Drawing, Painting, Mixed Media, Collage, Conceptual, Found Materials, Fabric, Color, Craft, Fiber, Geometric, History, Works on Paper, Installation, Metal, Narrative, Printmaking, Sculpture
MARIE B. GAUTHIE
Abstract, Art Gallery, Drawing, Painting, Mixed Media, Collage, Conceptual, Found Materials, Fabric, Color, Craft, Fiber, Geometric, History, Works on Paper, Installation, Metal, Narrative, Printmaking, Sculpture

November 5, 2025

This week Marie B. Gauthiez joins the podcast to talk about her art evolution, growing up in France, traveling the world, and finding her way to the United States. Her mixed media work explore a range of materials both found and printed all coming together to make installation works that explore memory, identity, and the self.

Marie is part of the two-person exhibition with Griffin Allman entitled Withholding that opens at Studio Break Gallery in West Chicago, on Saturday November 8th from 5-8PM.

Griffin was selected as a 2024 Studio Break Student Competition podcast winner by our juror Natalie Pivoney.

Abstract, Art Gallery, Drawing, Painting, Mixed Media, Collage, Conceptual, Found Materials, Fabric, Color, Craft, Fiber, Geometric, History, Works on Paper, Installation, Metal, Narrative, Printmaking, Sculpture
GRIFFIN ALLMAN
Abstract, Art Gallery, Drawing, Painting, Mixed Media, Collage, Conceptual, Found Materials, Fabric, Color, Craft, Fiber, Geometric, History, Works on Paper
GRIFFIN ALLMAN
Abstract, Art Gallery, Drawing, Painting, Mixed Media, Collage, Conceptual, Found Materials, Fabric, Color, Craft, Fiber, Geometric, History, Works on Paper

October 30, 2025

This week Griffin Allman joins the podcast to talk about his mixed media assemblages that combine a variety of materials and approaches of mark making.

Griffin is part of the two-person exhibition Withholding with Marie B. Gauthiez Withholding at Studio Break Gallery in West Chicago, opening Saturday November 8th from 5-8PM.

Griffin was selected as a 2024 Studio Break Student Competition podcast winner by our juror Natalie Pivoney.

Abstract, Art Gallery, Drawing, Painting, Mixed Media, Collage, Conceptual, Found Materials, Fabric, Color, Craft, Fiber, Geometric, History, Works on Paper
JASON LIPOW
Abstract, Painting, Mixed Media, Collage, Found Materials, Architecture, Landscape, Conceptual, Fabric, Fiber, Installation, Sculpture
JASON LIPOW
Abstract, Painting, Mixed Media, Collage, Found Materials, Architecture, Landscape, Conceptual, Fabric, Fiber, Installation, Sculpture

October 10, 2025

This week Jason Lipow joins the podcast to talk about his interdisciplinary practice that explores a range of found media to create painting, sculpture, and installation work.

Jason was selected work was selected for our 2024 Studio Break Professional Competition by Marc Mitchell, Curator & Director of Exhibitions at the University of Arkansas.

Abstract, Painting, Mixed Media, Collage, Found Materials, Architecture, Landscape, Conceptual, Fabric, Fiber, Installation, Sculpture
QUINN ANTONIO BRICEÑO
Abstract, Drawing, Painting, Mixed Media, Identity, Collage, Found Materials, Architecture, Color, Digital, Figure, Landscape, Narrative
QUINN ANTONIO BRICEÑO
Abstract, Drawing, Painting, Mixed Media, Identity, Collage, Found Materials, Architecture, Color, Digital, Figure, Landscape, Narrative

September 26, 2025

This week Quinn Antonio Briceño is our guest for a new podcast where we talk all about his studio practice. Quinn’s paintings include mixed media works that combine acrylic paint and image transfers and images that speak to his American and Nicaraguan background.

Quinn was selected as a 2022 Studio Break Student Competition podcast winner by our Studio Break host David Linneweh.

Abstract, Drawing, Painting, Mixed Media, Identity, Collage, Found Materials, Architecture, Color, Digital, Figure, Landscape, Narrative
ERIKA B. HESS 3
Abstract, Drawing, Painting, Art Gallery, Color, Figure, Landscape, Arts Organization, Conceptual
ERIKA B. HESS 3
Abstract, Drawing, Painting, Art Gallery, Color, Figure, Landscape, Arts Organization, Conceptual

September 19, 2025

Erika b. Hess joins us once again to talk discuss her recent paintings for her solo exhibition Between Worlds that opens at Studio Break Gallery on October 4 from 5-8 PM.

Erika is the host of I Like Your Work Podcast and Director of Visual Arts at the Chautauqua School of Art.

Erika has been featured on Studio Break episodes: #207, #266, #314, & #328

Abstract, Drawing, Painting, Art Gallery, Color, Figure, Landscape, Arts Organization, Conceptual

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