In this episode, sculptor and NMA program director Johanna Schwaiger will be interviewing Ben Fenske, an exceptional oil painter in the spirit of the 19th and 20th-century impressionists. Ben will be sharing with you his creative routine and his inspiration from the Russian Impressionists. You will learn about his opinion on composition, lighting, and his preferrable painting materials. Lastly, Ben will give you an overview of his upcoming course here at NMA.

This episode belongs to the podcast Path to Mastery. In this series, Johanna Schwaiger will be interviewing professionals in different visual art fields. Each artist will share their art practice, creative stories, and career advice to help inspire you. Whether you want to become a full-time studio artist or work for large production companies, these motivational episodes will give you the valuable insights that prepare you for your upcoming mastery.