Ep. 30: Live Painting, Studio Work, and Finding Your Style w/ artist Jessi Laurence

March 11, 2025

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Ep. 30: Live Painting, Studio Work, and Finding Your Style w/ artist Jessi Laurence

Episode 30 of The Composed Artist

In Episode 30 of The Composed Artist, host Stephanie Gaffney has a conversation with New Hampshire-based live event painter Jessi Laurence.

Discussing Jessi’s artistic journey – Jessi started with classical, hyperrealistic training and later evolved towards a style that embraces visible brushstrokes and tonal realism. Jessi shares her experiences with different painting mediums, settling on oils for their blendability and longer drying time, which she finds essential for live painting.

Stephanie and Jessi also talk about the challenges and joys of balancing motherhood with an art career and the struggle of finding time to be with their loved ones. Lots of hard earned experience and tips in this one for anyone searching for a composed life!

Things Discussed in Episode 30

The Composed Artist Episode feat. Laura Swytak | https://youtu.be/TjjQGlgKwBU

The Composed Artist Episode feat. Olivia Andruss | https://youtu.be/62FpsepMPY8

Podcast Guest Jessi Laurence

Website | https://www.jlaurenceart.com/

Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/jlaurenceartstudio/

TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@jlaurenceartstudio

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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The Composed Artist Podcast on Spotify | https://open.spotify.com/show/44VXy2paykbwxGoACcEOCe

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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.

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