78. From Acting to Painting, Kate Maggart Shares The Evolution of a Multi-Passionate Artist

"I would rather let go of something to open a new door than to do the same thing forever  when I was supposed to go through that door 10 years ago."

In this episode of The Modern Frida, Kate takes us on her captivating journey from her time as a actress/comedian to becoming a surrealist artist.

She shares with us her experiences living and working in various cities and how each offered a different art scene.

 She explains the challenges and rewards of balancing creative pursuits with a social media presence.

Tune in and learn the importance of stepping back, focusing on long-term goals, and finding joy in the process of artistic discovery!

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Chapters

• 8:00 Kate opens up about the challenges of living in Los Angeles and compares it to her experiences in the Midwest
• 12:48 She discusses her artistic journey and how she thrived in the art scenes of Chicago, Las Vegas, and Detroit.
• 18:49 She shares her artistic background, shifting interests as a multi-passionate artist, and how she learned to let go of some interests.
• 28:32 How she learned to show up on social media while growing artistically, plus her complex relationship with social media.
• 33:50 How social media serves as both a necessary tool for visibility and a platform for artists to share their creative process.
• 37:54 The importance of making and maintaining connections and getting used to rejection in the art world.
• 42:27 The dream of making art a full-time career, a realistic outlook on financial challenges, and her unwavering passion.
• 52:26 How she crafts intense visual contrasts to evoke discomfort and challenge conventional perceptions.
• 58:53 Kate addresses the fears and stereotypes of traditional marriage through her "His and Her" series.
• 1:05:50 Battling perfectionism and how experimenting with abstract painting has helped her let go of control and unlock new dimensions of creativity.
• 1:09:50 How having a dedicated studio space has revolutionized her practice.
• 1:13:50 Why she chooses a career in restaurant service, plus the challenges of balancing creative careers with future goals.
• 1:19:00 A talk about the grounding influence of Capricorn energy, The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho, and discovering personal destiny.
• 1:25:29 How she recognized she was forcing outcomes and stepped away from acting and music.
• 1:30:21 The importance of perseverance and self-trust to overcome fears tied to creative pursuits.
• 1:34:51 The value of stepping back from social media to hone skills and prioritize growth.