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The Healing Power of Art Workshops with Returning Guest, Becky Joan Springer

I’m still thinking about this week’s episode, long after recording it. It was truly an honor to welcome back my first-ever returning guest, the incredible Becky Joan Springer! 

For those of you who weren’t watching on YouTube, you missed me intentionally dressing to match Becky’s vibrant hair colors — that’s how much I admire her and her journey. Our conversation was something every artist needs to hear, revealing how deeply art, community, and authenticity intertwine to create not just beautiful work, but a profoundly meaningful life.

And that’s exactly the kind of work Becky is doing through her art workshops, what she affectionately calls “emotional labs.”

The Power Behind Art Workshops

This episode dives deep into Becky’s incredible artistic journey, beginning with her decision to leave her career to pursue her passion for art. Becky shared how painting became a means of survival and therapy during one of the darkest periods of her life.

Her artistic practice is deeply rooted in joy and self-expression — and it’s something she brings to other artists through her sold-out workshops across the world. Her journey shows us as artists that it’s not just about making art, it’s also about the healing, connections, and ability to own your voice in the process. 

In this episode, we’ll talk more about: 

• The healing power of art — how it can be a vital tool for survival and self-discovery.
• The immense power of community in fostering artistic and personal growth 
• The importance of authenticity and dreaming big

Until next time, y’all!

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Resources Mentioned: 

• Learn more about Paint It Forward: The Art of Teaching here: https://www.jodiekingart.com/paintitforward 
• Keep up with Becky on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beckyjoanspringer/
• See more of Becky’s art: https://www.beckyjoanspringer.com/ 
• Brandi Carlile: https://www.brandicarlile.com/ 
• Learn more about Becky’s workshop in Greece: https://www.beckyjoanspringer.com/upcomingevents/greeceretreat 
• XOBC Cellars: https://www.xobccellars.com/ 
• Episode 15: The Power of Art & Community With Becky Joan Springer: https://jodieking.com/episode-15-the-power-of-art-community-with-becky-joan-springer/ 
• Learn more about Studio Elite: https://www.jodiekingart.com/studioelite
• Learn more about the Honest Art Society: https://www.jodiekingart.com/has 
• Join me at my Austin workshop in October: https://jodieking.com/honest-art-workshop-austin-october-2025 

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• Watch this full episode on my YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64Vn6NF5BfiwLNTSb_VnDA  

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