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  • Laura Williams - Recent Public Art Projects

    Laura Williams - Recent Public Art Projects
    2026/09/10
    Welcome back to The Magnificent 7 Rides Again, a captivating podcast series that delves into the vibrant world of seven talented female artists painting amid the breathtaking landscapes, wildlife, and vistas of the Texas Hill Country. Join us as we explore their creative journeys, uncover the inspirations behind their work, and celebrate their unique perspectives on art and life. In Season 3, we visit with the artists about their 2026 exhibit, The Magnificent Seven Rides Again, at the Kerrville Art and Culture Center. In this episode, host Tom Fox welcomes back Laura Williams to discuss her recent work and preparations for the fourth Magnificent Seven Rides Again show. Williams recounts completing a memorial mural in Austin’s Easton Park on a repurposed shipping container, incorporating layered steel to add depth and honoring a colleague who died of cancer. She also mentions private commissions in Beeville and Hunt, selling work at LJ’s reopening, and her board service with the Houston Area Parkinson’s Society, including donating a plein air oak tree painting (“Hermosa Prima”) to its Leaders and Legends program. For the upcoming show, she plans to exhibit Hill Country plein air works, a claret cup cactus painting, an acrylic nocturne roadrunner, and a large textured purple thistle. She credits Magnificent Seven marketing and camaraderie for audience growth and professional development, shares that she will miss the demo day due to travel, and provides her website and social channels. Key highlights: Memorial Mural Austin Show Preview of New Works Oil Versus Acrylic What Magnificent Seven Means Resources: Laura Williams Gallery Texas Hill Country Podcast Network The Hill Country Artists Facebook Page The Hill Country Artists Facebook Page
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    15 分
  • Deanna Eixman on New Work, Live Wedding Painting, and the Upcoming KACC Exhibit

    Deanna Eixman on New Work, Live Wedding Painting, and the Upcoming KACC Exhibit
    2026/09/03
    Welcome to The Magnificent 7 Rides Again, a captivating podcast series that delves into the vibrant world of seven talented female artists painting amidst the breathtaking landscapes, wildlife, and vistas of the Texas Hill Country. Join us as we explore their creative journeys, uncover the inspirations behind their work, and celebrate their unique perspectives on art and life. In Season 3, we visit with the artists after their 2024 exhibit, The Magnificent Seven Rides Again at the Kerrville Art and Culture Center. In this episode, host Tom Fox welcomes back Deanna Eixman. Deanna discusses her recent activity and the next Magnificent Seven exhibit at the Kerrville Art and Culture Center. She describes multiple early-year shows, including her largest in downtown Dallas, which required her to create new work for the upcoming exhibit. She also discusses a book project with Creating With the Creator focused on using art and prayer to help women who have experienced sex trafficking, along with ongoing pet portraits and live wedding paintings commissioned to capture key wedding moments. For the next show, she plans Texas landscapes and regional flora (including yuccas and bluebonnets) and animals, using a blend of brush and palette-knife techniques. The exhibit opens on September 24th and runs through October 17th, with a reception on October 3, and possible live painting dates to be posted by the artists and the center. Key highlights: New Work For 2026 Palette Knife Explained Live Wedding Painting Preview Pieces and Themes Signature Large Canvases Dates, Reception, and Live Painting Resources: Deanna Eixman Fine Art Texas Hill Country Podcast Network The Hill Country Artists Facebook Page Kerrville Arts and Cultural Center
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    13 分
  • Capturing the Essence of Art with Dawn Weyer

    Capturing the Essence of Art with Dawn Weyer
    2025/01/09
    Welcome to The Magnificent 7 Rides Again, a captivating podcast series that delves into the vibrant world of seven talented female artists painting amidst the breathtaking landscapes, wildlife, and vistas of the Texas Hill Country. Join us as we explore their creative journeys, uncover the inspirations behind their work, and celebrate their unique perspectives on art and life. In season 2, we visit with the artists after their 2024 exhibit, The Magnificent Seven Rides Again, at the Kerrville Art and Culture Center. In this episode, host Tom Fox welcomes back Dawn Weyer. Tom and Dawn reflect on the Magnificent 7 Rides Again show, discussing the increased energy and audience engagement. Dawn shares memorable moments, including interactions with enthusiastic young art lovers and visitors curious about her pastel techniques. They also touch upon the unique dynamics of the exhibit and Dawn’s ongoing artistic journey, including her various shows and plans for 2025. Dawn reveals her process of continuous learning and experimentation with different mediums, as well as her ability to adapt and find inspiration through seasonal changes and personal growth. Key highlights: Reflecting on the September-October Show Engaging with the Audience Painting at the KCC Looking Ahead to 2025 Resources: Dawn Weyer Fine Art Texas Hill Country Podcast Network The Hill Country Artists Facebook Page
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    17 分
  • Nancy Huffman on Seeing the Changing Colors in Your Head

    Nancy Huffman on Seeing the Changing Colors in Your Head
    2024/12/19
    Welcome to The Magnificent 7 Rides Again, a captivating podcast series that delves into the vibrant world of seven talented female artists painting amidst the breathtaking landscapes, wildlife, and vistas of the Texas Hill Country. Join us as we explore their creative journeys, uncover the inspirations behind their work, and celebrate their unique perspectives on art and life. In season 2, we visit with the artists after their 2024 exhibit, The Magnificent Seven Rides Again, at the Kerrville Art and Culture Center. In this episode, host Tom Fox welcomes back Nancy Huffman. Nancy discusses her reflections on the recently concluded art show and her upcoming plans for the new year. Nancy shares her experience of the event’s energetic opening and the community’s engagement with her whimsical, colorful artworks, especially their appeal to children. She also discusses her artistic process, how changing seasons inspire her work, and her approach to new subject matter and media. Looking ahead, Nancy reveals her plans for rescheduling art shows disrupted by family issues, including exhibits at Pint and Plow and Grape Juice. She also discusses the return of the Hunt show and previews her thoughts on future projects, including the 2025 Magnificent Seven exhibition. Key highlights: Reflections on the Recent Show Experiences and Interactions at Art Exhibits Artistic Inspirations and Processes Upcoming Shows and Future Plans Resources: Nancy Huffman Fine Art Texas Hill Country Podcast Network The Hill Country Artists Facebook Page The Hill Country Artists Facebook Page
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    14 分
  • Laura Williams - Reflecting on The Magnificent Seven

    Laura Williams - Reflecting on The Magnificent Seven
    2024/12/12
    Welcome to The Magnificent 7 Rides Again, a captivating podcast series that delves into the vibrant world of seven talented female artists painting amidst the breathtaking landscapes, wildlife, and vistas of the Texas Hill Country. Join us as we explore their creative journeys, uncover the inspirations behind their work, and celebrate their unique perspectives on art and life. In Season 2, we visit with the artists after their 2024 exhibit, The Magnificent Seven Rides Again, at the Kerrville Art and Culture Center. In this episode, host Tom Fox welcomes back Laura Willams and discusses the recent art show, The Magnificent Seven Rides Again. Laura shares her observations and reflections on the event, highlighting the increased foot traffic and interactions with visitors during a live painting demonstration. She talks about the diverse demographics of the crowd, including out-of-town visitors who came after attending another art show. Laura also reveals insights into her painting techniques, mainly working on an upside-down cow painting to gain a different perspective. Additionally, Laura discusses her recent and upcoming projects, including her involvement in a show at Brookwood Community, and plans to engage more school children in future art events. She touches upon her seasonal inspirations for her work and various holiday shows she will be participating in. Laura also shares her goals and aspirations within the Oil Painters of America and Outdoor Painters Society. To learn more about Laura and her art, visit her website or social media profiles. Key highlights: Reflections on The Magnificent Seven Rides Again Engaging with the Audience Seasonal Inspirations and Artistic Techniques Roadrunner Encounters and Holiday Shows Looking Ahead to 2025 Resources: Laura Williams Gallery Texas Hill Country Podcast Network The Hill Country Artists Facebook Page The Hill Country Artists Facebook Page
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    19 分
  • Deanna Eixman on Engaging Audiences Through Live Painting and Show Experiences

    Deanna Eixman on Engaging Audiences Through Live Painting and Show Experiences
    2024/12/05
    Welcome to The Magnificent 7 Rides Again, a captivating podcast series that delves into the vibrant world of seven talented female artists painting amidst the breathtaking landscapes, wildlife, and vistas of the Texas Hill Country. Join us as we explore their creative journeys, uncover the inspirations behind their work, and celebrate their unique perspectives on art and life. In season 2, we visit with the artists after their 2024 exhibit, The Magnificent Seven Rides Again, at the Kerrville Art and Culture Center. In this episode, host Tom Fox welcomes back Deanna Eixman. In this episode, Deanna Eixman reflects on the recently concluded show ‘The Magnificent Seven Rides Again’ and her extensive experience exhibiting at various art shows. Deanna shares insights into her live painting sessions, highlighting the joy of interacting with audiences and inspiring young and older potential artists. She discusses the significance of the show’s growing popularity, the diverse and enthusiastic crowd it attracted, and the importance of making a memorable impact in Western art. Additionally, Deanna provides an overview of her recent and upcoming shows, including her participation in the Ingram Texas Arts and Crafts Fair, the distinctive Round Top show, and her plans for 2025, indicating her busy and productive schedule ahead. Key highlights: Reflections on the Magnificent Seven Rides Again Painting in Front of an Audience Seasonal Influences on Art Upcoming Projects and Shows Resources: Deanna Eixman Fine Art Kerrville Arts and Cultural Center Texas Hill Country Podcast Network The Hill Country Artists Facebook Page The Hill Country Artists Facebook Page
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    15 分
  • Creative Seasons: A Conversation with Janelle Lindley

    Creative Seasons: A Conversation with Janelle Lindley
    2024/11/21
    Welcome to The Magnificent 7 Rides Again, a captivating podcast series that delves into the vibrant world of seven talented female artists painting amidst the breathtaking landscapes, wildlife, and vistas of the Texas Hill Country. Join us as we explore their creative journeys, uncover the inspirations behind their work, and celebrate their unique perspectives on art and life. In season 2, we visit with the artists after their 2024 exhibit, The Magnificent Seven Rides Again, at the Kerrville Art and Culture Center. In this episode, host Tom Fox welcomes back Janelle Lindley. Tom and Janelle reflect on the 2024 version of the exhibition, ‘The Magnificent Seven Rides Again.’ They deeply dive into the increased attendance and enthusiasm at this year’s show, especially the surge of interest in the reception and the popular giveaway of art prints. Janelle shares her engaging experience chatting with young and adult art enthusiasts alike and how this has led to growing interest in her upcoming art classes, where she encourages the involvement of children. They also explore the flourishing local art scene in Kerrville and Kerr County, attributing it to the collaborative efforts and mutual inspiration among artists. Janelle reveals the demanding yet exciting nature of preparing for multiple art shows and discusses the continuous influence of seasonal changes on her artistic vision. Finally, Janelle talks about her upcoming solo show and upcoming plans for future events, including teaching workshops and possibly revisiting old art shows in Richardson and South Lake. Key highlights: Reflections on The Magnificent Seven Rides Again Engaging with the Audience Seasonal Inspirations for Art Current and Future Art Projects Resources: Janelle Lindley Fine Art Texas Hill Country Podcast Network The Hill Country Artists Facebook Page
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    17 分
  • Reflections and Future Plans: A Conversation with Elaine Capers

    Reflections and Future Plans: A Conversation with Elaine Capers
    2024/10/30
    Welcome to The Magnificent 7 Rides Again, a captivating podcast series that delves into the vibrant world of seven talented female artists painting amidst the breathtaking landscapes, wildlife and vistas of the Texas Hill Country. Join us as we explore their creative journeys, uncover the inspirations behind their work, and celebrate their unique perspectives on art and life. In this Season 2, we visit with the artists after their 2024 exhibit The Magnificent Seven Rides Again at the Kerrville Art and Culture Center. In this episode, host Tom Fox welcomes back Elaine Capers. Elaine shares her positive reflections on this year's show, including the diverse and beautiful subject matters that captivated a wide audience from different regions. She highlights the enthusiasm of both returning and new patrons, including children who were fascinated by the artwork, specifically Deanna Eixman’s paintings of baby animals. Elaine also delves into her personal experiences and successes during the show, like new commissions and sales, discussing how she unwinds and finds inspiration for future projects. She touches on the importance of continual growth as an artist, recounting a pivotal workshop decision that influenced her journey. Looking ahead, Elaine expresses excitement about experimenting with watercolors and planning for the upcoming shows, with ideas already forming for next year’s exhibition. This episode offers an insightful look at the ups and downs of an artist’s journey and the community’s support surrounding it. Key Highlights · Reflections on This Year's Show · Exploring New Artistic Directions · Personal Growth and Artistic Journey · Looking Forward to Next Year's Show Resources Elaine Capers on Instagram Texas Hill Country Podcast Network The Hill Country Artists Facebook Page
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    14 分