22. Spirit of Adventure, Hope, and Doing the Work - Nicholas Coleman

Sparks of Gratitude

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Our guest today is Nicholas Coleman, an artist who captures the spirit of adventure primarily focusing on the heritage and romance of the American West. His work emphasizes the key elements of a good story: scene, structure, event, and plot. Every intentional brush stroke builds a story that evokes the common narrative of struggle, fortitude, and resiliency through both characters and characterization. Much of this is a result of his upbringing under his father, famed Western American artist Michael Coleman.
Nicholas shares that visiting art-filled spaces ignites inspiration, whether from a beautifully captured landscape or a masterful piece that feels effortlessly natural. Inspiration often stems from admired figures, past and present, who motivate us to push through the hardest part: the work itself. This drive combines personal agency with circumstantial luck, showcasing the remarkable achievements people can attain. He also shares despite hardships, maintaining vision and quality in art brings fulfillment and a sense of service to others, reminding us that our struggles build resilience and perspective.
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Chapter:
00:00 - Intro
03:00 - Inspired by his father Michael Coleman
06:42 - How his father impact on his life
11:44 - The magic and romance American West and Native American art
15:46 - The western landscape - a canvas for great art
18:01 - Who inspires Nicholas Coleman: People who do the work
22:18 - Being an artist is being willing to do the work
28:44 - The hard parts of being an artist - inspiration, rejection, opportunity
37:35 - What story is Nicholas Coleman's art telling - Hope
45:23 - What it's like to let a painting go
46:59 - When a painting takes someone somewhere and makes them feel something
49:08 - What gratitude means to Nicholas Coleman
51:07 - The best memories come from hard experiences

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