Working Artists! You are not alone! Listen to these entertaining and inspirational podcast conversations with working artists. Rob Matthews https://www.hiddenspringdesigns.com/home moved around a lot in his youth which fostered a comfort level with new experiences and adventure. His teenage years found him smack in the middle of a thriving music scene around Los Angeles. He crossed paths with many famous musicians that shaped his own artistic career as a mixed media artist. Once Rob aqcuired his VW bus in the 1970’s, he stumbled into becoming a “Legit Roadie” by transporting band members and equipment to gigs. In this conversation, Rob recounts his numerous experiences with the likes of Steve McQueen, Willie Nelson, and Mamma Cass.Visual artists Douglas Sigwarth https://www.sigwarthglass.com/ and Will Armstrong http://www.willarmstrongart.com/ co-host and discuss topics affecting working artists. Each episode is a deep dive into a conversation with a guest artist who shares their unique experiences as an independent professional artist. In today’s preamble, the hosts talk about being “invited,” van build outs, and the book, “Stolen Focus,” by Johann Hari.PLEASE RATE US AND REVIEW US.......... and SUBSCRIBE to the pod on your favorite streaming app.SUPPORT THE SHOWVENMO/ username @independentartistpodcast or through PAYPAL.ME by clicking on this link https://paypal.me/independentartistpod?locale.x=en_USEmail us at independentartistpodcast@gmail.com with conversation topics, your feedback, or sponsorship inquiries.Facebook https://www.facebook.com/independentartistpodcastInstagram https://www.instagram.com/independentartistpodcast/Website https://www.sigwarthglass.com/independentartistpodcast.htmlYouTube https://www.youtube.com/@theindependentartistpodcastMailing List  http://eepurl.com/hwQn7bSponsorsThe National Association of Independent Artists (NAIA). http://www.naiaartists.org/membership-account/membership-levels/ZAPPlication https://www.zapplication.orgMusic  "Walking" by Oliver LearBusiness inquiries at theoliverlear@gmail.comhttps://soundcloud.com/oliverlearhttps://open.spotify.com/artist/5yAPYzkmK4ZmdbWFLUhRNo?si=i6Y8Uc36QZWIDKIQfT3XSupport the show