Ep. 31: Growing as an Artist through Critique

March 17, 2025

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Episode 31 of The Composed Artist Podcast

In Episode 31 of The Composed Artist, host Stephanie Gaffney discusses the importance of critiques for artists, particularly for live wedding painters. She emphasizes the difference between academic or studio critiques and those for live painting, where time constraints, changing environments, and client requests play significant roles.

Stephanie shares her experience hosting group critiques in her “Wedding Painters Blueprint” course, highlighting how feedback can lead to rapid improvement and new perspectives.

She encourages artists to join critique groups, whether online or in person, and to be generous members of the community in doing so. Rare insights for artists of any level and stripe!

Things Discussed in this Episode

Facebook group: Live Wedding and Event Painters (Artists Only) | https://www.facebook.com/groups/397492712508469

Facebook group: USA Live Wedding Painters: Event Artists | https://www.facebook.com/groups/253740986970103

The Composed Artist Podcast Host – Stephanie Gaffney

Stephanie Gaffney Website | https://stephaniegaffney.com/

Stephanie Gaffney Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/torregrossafineart/

Stephanie Gaffney TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@torregrossafineart

Stephanie Gaffney Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/TorregrossaFineArt/

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Stephanie Gaffney - Live Wedding Painter

Podcast Host, Stephanie Gaffney

Stephanie Gaffney is a premier live wedding painter and founder of Torregrossa Fine Art, based in New Orleans, LA.

As the premier live wedding painter educator, she helps artists transform their creative vision into thriving businesses through her signature course, The Wedding Painter's Blueprint, and personalized coaching programs.

Stephanie is the host of The Composed Artist podcast and provides valuable resources to help artists master techniques, build confidence, and attract their ideal clients.

With a passion for both creating and teaching, Stephanie travels globally painting at weddings while mentoring other artists through her online education platform.

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